Weight Loss

Benefits to Exercising Outdoors (Even) When It’s Cold

Most of us find it pretty easy to forgo our outdoor workouts (or exercise altogether) during the colder, darker winter months. Getting to the gym becomes that much harder when you throw in snow, wind, gloomy days, and low temperatures.

Making Chocolate Work For You, Not Against You

Did you know that chocolate is the most craved food in North America? Chocolate is so popular that 40 percent of women list it as their favorite food. But what some people do not realize is that chocolate can be a valuable weight-loss tool.

Hit the Weights to Lose the Stubborn Weight

As far as you know, you’re doing everything right to keep losing weight. You’re hitting your calorie and activity targets. You’re on the treadmill every day. You’ve got Shake Days and Cleanse Days down to an art form, and you’re eating balanced meals and controlling your portions while also getting plenty of fruits and veggies daily.

Build Abs Without Breaking Your Back

Are your sit-ups and crunches actually doing you more harm than good? These exercises might put too much resistance directly on the lumbar spine. The result is excessive compressive force that could lead to back injuries (1-2). But sports scientists have identified numerous safe and effective alternatives to common abdominal exercises that tighten and tone without harming the back.

How to Fix Your Third Meal Issues

When it comes to Shake Days, breakfast and lunch are taken care of. It’s the third meal that becomes a problem for people. Research Nutritionist Alex Mohr, M.Sc., Ph.D. Candidate joins the show to teach you how to hit your target calories while enjoying the meals you make! “It’s not only important to know what to eat, but why your body needs certain foods,” Alex says. Listen in as Alex gives you the breakdown on balanced meals, their benefits, and how to make smart choices to keep you going on Shake Days.

5 Things You Should Know About Cleansing

The New Year calls for a fresh start and a renewed commitment to reaching your weight-loss, health, and fitness goals. It’s why January is one of the most popular months for performing Isagenix Cleanse Days for getting rid of unwanted pounds and inches.

Power Up Your New Year’s Resolution

At the beginning of every New Year, thousands vow to make the necessary changes in their diets and lifestyles to lose weight. The majority of people neglect the role of regular exercise to help shed the pounds in pursuit of their ideal body weight. Exercise can seem daunting and the sheer amount of time and effort turns many off.

Enjoy Your Holiday Treats Without Packing On The Pounds

Everything in moderation, right? Well that’s only half of what Nutrition Communications Specialist Lindsay Gnant M.Sc., RDN joins our Podcast to tell you. Look, it’s nearly impossible to avoid all of the goodies surrounding you this holiday season, but that doesn’t mean you need to cave in and overeat them every day from Thanksgiving to New Years.