Healthy 716- Connecting the 716 to Healthier Living

  I’ve got an ACTION-packed post for you today – and it has to do with making sure your body is ready for an action-packed life! And by action, I mean enjoying outdoor activities, having fun with family or friends, sports, adventures, and being able to EASILY go through your daily activities – with energy to spare! Having strong muscles makes each one of those things easier and can even improve your overall confidence. PLUS having a good base of muscle actually benefits your overall health. I can’t think of many activities that give you more value for your investment than your workouts! 7 Surprising Reasons Your Muscles Matter 1. Muscle helps your body manage your blood sugar. When you work out, your muscles use more glucose, which is the sugar in your bloodstream. Over time, this can lower your blood sugar levels. PLUS … it also helps your body improve how it uses insulin. This can help ward off metabolic issues and diabetes. 2. They keep you STRONG. Muscles power all of your acti...

  Nerd alert! I’ve got some weird (but super interesting) science for you! As a coach, I’m always curious about the reasons why people stick with their routines, so whenever I get the chance, I ask them. Especially the ones who have been exercising and prioritizing their activity for decades. Almost every one of the active older people (70s, 80s, and beyond!) I talk to say they get in a workout most days of the week because it makes them feel better mentally. Have you ever worked out and then felt loose, relaxed, and generally awesome afterward? This isn’t like the euphoric “runner’s high” we always hear about. This is a more chill vibe – the calm, content, and centered feeling you can get after a good workout. It’s actually one of my favorite things about exercise … and guess what? Scientists now say it’s NOT from endorphins! They believe it’s caused by a natural hormone that’s similar to cannabis. When you exercise, your body releases endocannabinoids — chemicals that are natur...

  What are you eating for your snacks and small meals? <== This is SUPER important! If you’re eating the wrong thing every 2-3 hours then it’s easy to gain weight quickly, rather than the result that you want ==> which is to drop fat and clothes sizes. Check out the following 3 ways to snack smarter, to keep you on track and burning fat all day long… Snack smarter tip #1: quit sugar Sugar is a huge problem! Snack on sugar and you WILL gain weight. So when it comes to snacks, this needs to be the number one nutrient that you check. Your frequent snacks should contain very little, or zero, added sugars. WARNING : many ‘health’ foods have massive amounts of added sugars, which will destroy your results. Items like protein bars, jerky, dried fruit, green juice, and trail mix often have added sugars and preservatives that you need to watch out for and avoid. Instead of added sugars, your snacks should be a nice blend of protein, fiber and complex carbohydrates. Snack smarter...

  I want to talk about a “feel-good” topic that’s finally becoming a mainstream trend. It’s BODY POSITIVITY … which basically means loving your body right this very minute – without any ifs, ands, or buts. Because, frankly, your body is a miracle! It deserves your care and respect because it works so hard to support you each and every day. And one of the BEST things you can do to show your body that love and support is to MOVE it – regularly and intentionally. That’s why this month we’re taking a deep dive into all the wonders of MOVEMENT and how it impacts pretty much EVERY aspect of your life! When you exercise regularly, your body just plain FEELS and FUNCTIONS better from the inside out. BONUS: You do NOT have to spend hours a week working out to get these payoffs. Here’s a list of just some of the many benefits: A longer life because you are less likely to die early from chronic disease. Less risk of heart disease , metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, and some cancers (...