Fitness

You are not a stupid person. Not by any means. In fact, it's my guess that you're healthier than most. You probably exercise regularly. You watch what you eat. You keep up-to-date on the latest health concerns. You don't binge on sugar. And you never - ever - eat fast food. Well, almost never. The following 5 Stupid Things are frequently committed by health conscious people. Once you break these bad habits, you'll find that achieving your weight loss goals just became a whole lot easier. 1. You're Dehydrated It has been said that 75 percent of the population is chronically dehydrated. Would you disagree? When was the last time that you actually drank 8 glasses of water in a day? Dehydration occurs when more fluid leaves ...

It's New Year's Day, and you have a clean slate. I don't know if you are one to make New Year's Resolutions or not, but either way you're probably thinking about how you can become fitter, healthier and happier than you are right now. These 27 Fitness and Fat Loss Tips will get you on the right track for this New Year: Visualize the accomplishment of your goals each and every day. Experience the taste of success and feel that sweet satisfaction. Push the intensity of your workouts. Don't kill time, burn calories by maintaining a challenging intensity. Use smaller plates at home. This effortlessly reduces calorie intake and promotes weight loss. Build accountability into your workouts so that you resist the temptation to ...

The New Year is still young, and if you've decided to make this your year for losing the weight and tightening your abs, you're in luck. Getting a flat midsection really boils down to two things: 1) Getting rid of the fatty layer that is covering your abdominal muscles; and 2) Tightening and toning your abdominal muscles. The following 7 Tight Abs Tips are your Fast-Track ticket to getting a flat, attractive midsection this year. Tight Abs Tip #1: Stop eating junk. Processed foods, refined sugar and high fructose corn syrup do NOT belong in your diet if, especially if you want tight abs. Cutting these items from your diet will allow your body to maintain stable blood sugar levels, alleviating your body's ...

Nutrition

BY: Ron Leach NSCA-CPT Does your body think it's starving to death? If you are typical, and only eating 1 or 2 super size meals a day, the answer is a resounding "Yes!" The notion of eating less to lose weight does not work in the way we would like. It encourages your body to store fat! You may actually get lighter, but it is due to muscle loss. So...eat less and get fatter? Are you confused? That's what the diet and weight loss industry is counting on. Your confusion is what sells the next "miracle" weight loss drug, diet, exercise machine, etc. The way our bodies work has not changed much in the last two millennium. Our bodies were designed to store ...

OK, we realize the year has only just begun, but there have been some AMAZING new food items on our radar. (That's right, we have food radar. Jealous?) Check out HG's favorite new finds... Eat Smart Simple Noodles Grab n' Go Cups PER SERVING (1 container): 210 - 240 calories, 7 - 9g fat, 360 - 570mg sodium, 32 - 37g carbs, 1 - 2g fiber, 8 - 12g sugars, 4 - 5g protein Holy quick and guilt-free lunch, Batman! This is pretty much the best instant cup-o'-noodles ever. It has veggies, ramen-like noodles, and sauce: Teriyaki, Spicy Orange, or Kung Pao. Follow the simple directions, and you have noodles and steamed veggies coated with yummy flavor. YAY! They're currently ...

When it comes to shopping for healthy and organic foods, I've heard many people complain about the price, stating that it is much more expensive than unhealthy food. Whole Foods may not be cheap, but there are many other stores that provide healthy options that won't break the bank. My recent favorite: Costco.Many argue that being a member isn't worth it because they'd never go through the amount of food you have to buy, but Costco's offerings are making it more and more worth the price of admission. Having been a member over the last few years, I continue to stumble upon healthy items that make me more and more appreciative of the $50 ...

Portion distortion is one of the prime causes of America's obesity epidemic, yet most of us don't realize that we overeat -- or that when it comes to reining in calories, serving size is crucial. Here's how you can downsize your portions and still feel satisfied.1. Contemplating seconds? Wait 10 minutes.Your stomach needs about that long to signal the brain that it's full, so stall before helping yourself to more mashed potatoes or lasagna. Keep the conversation going, tell a joke, or if you're dining alone, read the newspaper or walk around the house. If you're truly hungry after the delay, have seconds of the veggies or salad. 2. Quit the clean plate club. One in four Americans eat everything they're ...

How much thought do you put into what you eat? If you want to get into great shape then you'll be interested to know that 80% of your fitness results are attributed to your diet. In our fast-paced society, eating is often done with little or no thought as to what exactly it is being ingested. Excess body fat is a direct outcome of this hurried, poor nutrition. Even if you have the best intentions with your diet, you are likely frustrated and fed up with extra ...

Recipes

Open-faced sandwiches are great for cutting out extra calories while trying to lose weight. This recipe calls for sprouted grain bread, which is flourless bread that is densely packed with nutrients. Store your sprouted grain bread in the freezer, since it is made without preservatives or chemicals to promote shelf life. Yield: 2 servings Here's what you need: 1 sprouted grain bun 2 Tablespoons hummus 1/2 cup arugula Half of an avocado, peeled, pitted and sliced 6 oz smoked salmon 2 thin slices of onion 4 slices of heirloom tomato Salt and pepper to taste Spread each piece of the bun with 1 Tablespoon of hummus. Top each with half the arugula, avocado, salmon, onions, and tomato. Season with freshly ground sea salt and pepper. Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 267 ...

This simple recipe is the perfect meal for a chilly winter day. It is packed with tender vegetables, filled with protein and can be made with chicken or as a vegetarian dish. Serve it with a salad for a quick and healthy meal that the whole family will love. Yield: 6 servings Here's what you need... 2 medium yellow potatoes, peeled and diced 1 medium yellow onion, diced 3 large carrots, peeled and diced 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and diced 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced 1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced 2 cups chicken, cooked and cubed (or 1 package firm tofu, drained and cubed) 1 Tablespoon olive oil 1 Tablespoon fresh thyme leaves 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 can lowfat chili Preheat oven to 375 degrees....

This stew is perfect for a cold winter day. It is packed with antioxidant-rich vegetables and fragrant spices. Serve this stew over a scoop of cooked quinoa or whole grain brown rice. Yield: 6 servings Here's what you need: 1 1/2 cups plus 3 tablespoons water or vegetable stock, divided 1 large size yellow onion, finely chopped 2 large size red bell peppers, seeded and chopped 2 or 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon agave nectar or pure maple syrup 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon grated or minced fresh ginger 1/2 teaspoon saffron 2 medium size sweet potatoes or garnet or jewel yams, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes 1 can (15oz) diced tomatoes, undrained 1 can (15oz) chickpeas drained and rinsed Salt and pepper t...

Here's a real food item for you! If asparagus isn't a mainstay in your diet, then it's time you make it one. Asparagus is packed with folic acid, which is necessary for blood cell formation. Fresh squeezed lime makes this dish refreshing and delicious. This recipe only takes 15 minutes, perfect for weekday dinners.Yield: 2 servings Here's what you need... 1 teaspoon olive oil 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 shallot, minced 1 bunch fresh asparagus spears, tough ends trimmed Juice from 1/2 lime Salt and pepper, to taste In a large skillet heat the oil over medium heat. Mix in garlic and shallot, and cook for a couple of minutes. Add the asparagus spears, cook until tender, about 5 to 7 minutes. Squeeze lime juice over asparagus and seas...

Healthy Living

Pointe Fitness and Training Center

Welcome to Pointe Fitness, recently voted as the BEST GYM in the Detroit area on WDIV's "4 The Best" contest. We have one focus: your workout! Here you will find over 21,000 sq.ft. of Free weights, Cardio, Spinning Studio, Rowing, Three complete weight circuits 1/2 court basketball and an Artificial Turf Training Area.

Add in the DMC Rehab, private parking, easy access off I-94 and a central location to the metro area and of course, Moe the Gym Dog! Moe and I would like to give a great big THANK YOU AND A WOOF! To everyone that's voted for us.

Xtreme Advantage Personal Training & More

Xtreme Advantage Personal Training & More (formerly Xtreme Advantage Personal Fitness Studio) is a professional high energy, highly motivated, fun and exciting personal training studio for women, men, youth, seniors and athletes of all levels.

Our personalized result oriented programs are especially designed to meet each client goal using resistance / non-resistance exercises, free weights and weight bearing machines, so that regardless of their level of fitness all clients will find it beneficial. This personalized service is designed for people who want serious results in a private atmosphere, without the expensive fees of a health club membership. All of our programs are instructed by selected & experienced certified trainers with various back grounds in fitness.