The Beginner’s Guide to Clean Eating

We know what healthy food looks like (or at least have some idea), so why is it challenging to eat healthy on a regular basis? Between a busy career, school, a significant other and kids—life happens, and suddenly our good intention to be healthier falls to the wayside. Deep down we still want to develop sustainable, clean eating habits because we know our diet, or the culmination of foods we consistently...

Lemon Chicken & Asparagus Stir-Fry

Check out this 25-minute stir-fry from Clean Eating that is loaded with fresh veggies like asparagus. It bursts with bright, lemony flavor and plenty of crunch.     Print     Lemon Chicken & Asparagus Stir-Fry Ingredients 1 lemon, juiced and grated 3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 pound chicken breast, cut into 1-inch...

“Rule Yourself” Reminds Us to Celebrate Every Step of the Journey

Whatever your health and fitness goals are, and no matter what stage of the journey you’re in, it’s important to remember that nobody reaches all of their goals instantly. Even the fittest professional athlete is the sum of thousands of hours of training day in and day out. Under Armour’s new Rule Yourself campaign celebrates that all health and fitness goals worth striving for require hard work...

Consider This If “Eat Less, Exercise More” Isn’t Working for You

Here’s some news that might be of interest to anyone who’s ever struggled to get fit—and been met with a sigh and a haughty, “Just eat less and exercise more.” Your intuition—not to mention your experience—might have suggested that things weren’t really so simple—and new research backs that up. Turns out, the science behind the slogan is much more complex than it seems. “If you just try to eat less...

French Toast Sticks

Wanna set a food alarm to wake up your family? Crispy French toast sticks from Fit Foodie Finds will do the trick! Made with just 6 ingredients, this morning finger food can be dunked headfirst into maple syrup or fruit yogurt. Enjoy with a side of fresh fruit or a hard-boiled egg.     Print     French Toast Sticks Ingredients 6 large eggs 1 cup unsweetened...

Does Drinking Alcohol Trigger Overeating?

You’ve even been eating healthier, watching portion sizes and haven’t skipped a workout in weeks. So what could be the culprit behind those few extra pounds you’ve put on? Here’s the hard truth: Drinks after work may be to blame, but not in the way you think. According to a recent study, alcohol exposure sensitizes the brain’s response to food aromas and increases caloric intake. That means that...

2 Science-Backed Strategies to Avoid Long-Term Weight Gain

With weight gain, slow and steady is the common pace—we often look back, wondering: “How did I get to this weight?” Long-term weight gain typically happens at a miniscule 1-2 pounds per year, which can snowball into something substantial as we age. Fad diets lure us with the promise of rapid weight loss, but researchers are looking at it from a different angle: Can changing what we eat stop long-term...

Tex-Mex Baked Spaghetti Squash

Instead of scraping the delights out of the shell and tossing it away, we’re giving the entire squash the credit it deserves. This Tex-Mex Baked Spaghetti Squash from The Honour System is stuffed with protein-packed beans and chili-lime chicken. Toss in some spice via salsa, fresh cilantro, and top it all off with a unique cheese blend and you’ve got a delicious dinner.     Print     Tex-Mex...

5 Free, Low Impact Cardio Videos to Try at Home

“Low impact” typically refers to workouts that avoid jumping, or where you’ll always have one foot in contact with the ground at all times. But don’t be fooled; low impact doesn’t have to equal low intensity! There are plenty of ways to get your heart rate up without jumping or jogging. Swimming, cycling, walking, rowing, water aerobics, using the elliptical trainer and even kettlebell-style weight...

The 5 Best Exercises for a Stronger Back

When it comes to strengthening the core, a strong back is often overlooked. We shift our focus entirely to the front of our bodies or our abdominals and forget that developing midsection strength and postural support should also involve the upper and lower back. Further, much of our days are spent sitting, looking at a computer, phone or other device with our bodies flexed forward. Building and...

3 Lunch Picks at Starbucks Under 450 Calories

If you’re used to thinking of Starbucks as just coffee, coffee, and more coffee with the occasional mini vanilla scone thrown in—you are missing out. The Bux actually offers some awesome food options for both breakfast and lunch. Try one of our picks for a healthy midday meal that you’ll be able to find no matter where you are this summer. Thai-Style Peanut Chicken Wrap: It’s got exciting flavors...

How to Wash Your Workout Gear

Remember the iconic scenes from the “Rocky” movies when Sylvester Stallone runs up the stairs of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, pumping his fists in triumph as he reaches the top? Now, do you remember what he was wearing? Allow me to jog your memory: a full cotton sweat suit. While Rocky remains an inspiring character, when you consider the advances made in the materials used to construct workout...

Hawaiian Chicken Kebabs & Cilantro Lime Rice

The flavors of the Pacific (sweet pineapple, ginger and soy) accompany bite-sized pieces of boneless chicken in this grilled kebab. The secret ingredient? Toasted sesame oil. Its strong aroma means it only takes a small amount to add big flavor. Serve kebab over cilantro lime rice for a complete meal.     Print     Hawaiian Chicken Kebabs & Cilantro...

10 Simple Clean Eating Swaps

When it comes to eating better, an easy place to start is to cut back on the amount of highly processed foods you’ve been noshing on. Are you bummed at the thought of overhauling your diet … yet again? Well, you can officially relax, because replacing a few go-to convenience foods (“potato” chips in a cardboard tube, we’re looking at you!) with simple, homemade alternatives every so often is a way...

The (Unofficial) Official Guide to Activity Trackers

Activity trackers have never been hotter. Between 2014 and 2018, sales of wearables, including trackers, are expected to grow from 29 million to 172 million globally, according to CCS Insight. More telling? A PwC US survey revealed that 20 percent of Americans use a wearable. But can activity trackers really help you get healthier, even lose weight? Yes—with a few caveats. “Trackers can help you...

5 Work-Friendly Sandwiches Under 400 Calories

Packing for lunch is a truly tricky situation, especially if cooking isn’t your forte. Sandwiches make the perfect quick and complete meal—lean protein and high-fiber veggies rest between 2 slabs of high-energy carbs to power you through the day. Check out these 5 work-friendly sandwiches all under 400 calories each! 1. Chicken Panini with Butternut Squash | Healthy Nibbles & Bits Got some...

7-Minute Routine to Improve Mobility

Have you ever found yourself in the middle of a workout and unsure of why you’re putting yourself through all this torture? They say that working out is good for you, but what’s the point, especially when it’s so hard? Well, I have some exciting news: We’ve curated this workout to specifically train you to live better. Every single exercise will enhance your everyday movements like carrying and balancing,...

How to Break Your Body-Shaming Habit

I know a woman (not a client) who, about a year ago, decided to do something pretty radical to her body. It affected everything—from what she ate to how she worked out to the clothes she wore. This experiment was so radical that she even ended up making new friends and buying new clothes. It wasn’t a diet, exercise plan, a gym membership or a life coach. In fact, it was only one thing, and it took...

Parmesan Spinach Scramble

If you’re looking for a way to uses up that tub of spinach in the fridge, make this simple scrambled egg dish. It’s an easy breakfast (or dinner) option that’s low in carbohydrates. Simply scramble, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and serve!     Print     Parmesan Spinach Scramble Ingredients 2 large eggs (50 grams each) 1/8 teaspoon...

The Anatomy of a Sports Drink

As you chug down your favorite sports drink after a long workout to rehydrate, have you ever wondered what exactly is in that bottle? To understand the effects of a sports drink on your body, take a look at the main components and what each one does to help your performance. Water (92–94%) This may seem intuitive, but good ol’ water is the key to rehydration! The goal is to drink enough fluid to...

3 Ways to Use Tracked Data to Meet Your Goals

I recently met a man at a gym where I consult wearing an Apple watch and a Basis watch, two heavy-duty trackers. He also tracked his food with MyFitnessPal, his sleep, his weight with a wifi scale, and a bunch of other things, too, all on disparate platforms. And after a year with all that data, his progress towards his goals had slowed to a crawl. You’d think he’d be doing better than ever, but...