Fit & Healthy Buffalo- Fitness Success After 40

  Here’s something you might be surprised to know if your social media feed is anything like mine. The “hustle and grind” is NOT the fastest path to your results. In fact, for some people, it’s a path to NOWHERE. Especially if you have responsibilities … like a career, family, home, pets, etc.! It’s true: the idea of “go hard or go home” might be exciting at first. But a few weeks later? Not so much. This way of thinking can leave you feeling tired, sore, and worn out! All that stress can actually work AGAINST you. There IS a better path. Listening to your body’s cues Making small, sustainable changes that add up to BIG results Creating new healthy habits that actually support your lifestyle Doing properly programmed workouts that help you reach your goals and GIVE you energy, not drain it Eating the right combo of nutrient-dense foods that support your body’s needs AND goals (and doesn’t make you feel deprived) Integrating lifestyle tweaks (sleep, stress management) that keep your hor

  Have you ever gone on a trip and found out you’ve been UPGRADED? Maybe it’s for a flight, car rental, or even your hotel room. Everything feels like a treat … better seats, better ride, better sleep. Well … that’s what your body feels like when you UPGRADE your food choices. When you STOP feeding it ultra-processed food and START giving it food that’s flooded with benefits (more fiber, vitamins, minerals, etc.), your body feels like it got an upgrade! Basically, it’s all about  SWAPPING out things that block you from your results  … and replacing them with foods that move you closer to your goals! Here are just a few examples of upgrade swaps to try: Chips → Nuts Why upgrade?  Potato chips contain very little in the way of positive benefits for your results or your health. They’re high in sodium, usually contain unhealthy fats, and their refined carbs can send your blood sugar up. Meanwhile, nuts contain heart-healthy unsaturated fats, fiber, and micronutrients your body needs. Fun f