After finishing the Run Barbados Marathon last December, I found myself at a crossroads with running. In the post-race lethargy, I wasn’t sure what my running goals were. I bought myself a Garmin Forerunner 265S ($450) as a reward, a type of post-run treat, but in a twist of irony, my training became inconsistent. I’d […]
Total Gym Holiday HITT Challenge Maria Sollon, MS, CSCS, PES Life doesn’t pause for the holidays, and neither should your movement. Between the chaos of errands and the joy of celebrations, fitness can feel like an afterthought – but not this year! This holiday challenge is all about sneaking in bursts of activity that are […]
If there’s one thing that TikTok has taught us, it’s that protein at breakfast is an absolute must. Between the 30-30-30 method and protein-boosting recipe hacks like scrambled pancakes, adequate protein at breakfast is the theme—for good reason. Prioritizing protein, especially at breakfast, has numerous benefits. But a major barrier is time. Those morning minutes […]
Calorie cutting is a common strategy in the quest for weight loss. Yet, there is a fine line between effective calorie reduction and pushing your body into starvation mode. It is a state that can hamper your fitness goals and endanger your health. Starvation mode is a term that people often use in dieting communities. […]
Fasting is a practice as ancient as it is modern. It has long been woven into the cultural, spiritual, and health narratives across the globe. The act of voluntarily staying away from food has been documented from the sands of time to contemporary clinics. That illustrates both its ceremonial significance and its practical approach to […]