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Having a hard time finding your groove week after week? As we know, when it comes to fitness, what we do most of the time is what really makes a difference, but when it comes to consistency—getting in your jogs and eating nutritious food—maintaining a healthy routine can be quite an arduous task. Your motivation, for example, can wax and wane depending on a variety of factors, and then there’s all of life’s great little curveballs. It can be hard to be consistent when everything else is so unpredictable! Fortunately, there are some things we can control in order to help us keep a healthy lifestyle and shape our bodies in the way that we’d like.
1. Your energy levels fluctuate from week-to-week
I’m definitely …
Are food-related friendships making you fat? It’s astoundingly true how much our social activities can revolve around dinner. Don’t get me wrong, I love going out for drinks with friends, or bonding over discovering an amazing new eatery. In fact, the Montreal 5-7 Happy Hour is one of the most popular things to do between friends. Still, if you’re looking to keep a cap on the calories and maintain your fitness goals, food-based friendships can be difficult to navigate. See how you can partake in the social eating while making good on your commitment to better health and nutrition.
1. If you’re used to ordering pizza, try making dinner together
It’s understandable when good pals get together, the comfort food hits the table. I’m also …
How fit is your workplace? When it comes to getting in shape, the people we spend our time with have a huge impact on our goals. Whether you’re at school during the day or if you’re at the office from 9-5, you’re still likely to be surrounded by a network of people—friends, coworkers, and acquaintances. I’ve talked about the power of peer support before, and I’d like to revisit the topic, specifically with respect to your colleagues in the office. Having a fit friend at work is key, especially since you’re probably spending at least 8 hours a day in that environment. Toughing through all the temptations of sweets, office luncheons, and general stresses can be so much easier with a friend in tow.
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Are you still working through the guilt of a well-spent Easter holiday? Maybe your gym was closed this weekend, or you were just too busy enjoying your time off to worry about getting sweaty—no problem! When life calls, it’s hard to feel bad about saying ‘no’ to the gym. That’s what the Week After is for, right? Rev up your first week back from the holidays with some key tips for getting in gear. Check it out!
1. Makeover your leftovers!
Have a lot of extra roasted meat? Pair your ham with some healthy whole grains and bring it for lunch! Ditch the gravy and grab some brown rice instead, or make it a lamb sandwich on whole grain bread. The best part? Your …
Craving a little chocolate this Easter? Whether you’re hunting for eggs or chowing down on the holiday ham, the calories can really add up! I know I’ll be feasting, on both sweet and sugary goodies as well as some always-delicious comfort food. No matter what you’ve got lined up for today, make your Sunday a little more fitness-friendly with some handy advice from the vault. Happy Easter, readers!
1. Motivated to hit the pavement before the Easter festivities get underway? Oh, how I envy your willpower! Check out some holiday-themed fitness tips here. Get it, girl!
2. Sometimes, staying in shape means maintaining good habits as we get closer to the big day. Take note of how to keep fit ‘round the …
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