By MJ Did you know that in times of stress, it is beneficial to reach for nutrient-dense foods? In particular, certain foods that build neurotransmitters, which can help boost mood and energy. Here are 10 foods high in these healthy hormones and...
READ MOREBy Terri Ross We are all at home doing the best we can to stick with our goals, take care of our families and fit in some self-care, which is hard with all the spas and salons closed! I’ll be the first to admit that self-care doesn’t...
READ MOREBy Terri Ross I hear all the time that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but also the hardest to get in. And I agree, early morning hours don’t allow for one to be cooking up gourmet meals, if one values sleep! I found this recipe...
READ MORESnacking is sometimes seen as a negative when trying to lose weight, especially if you’re munching on packaged foods, which are often highly processed and high in calories, fat and sugar. However, when done smartly, snacking can help you maintain...
READ MOREBy: Terri Ross These burrito bowls are easy to customize and can be thrown together in a matter of minutes. Full of a variety of produce and colors, they are healthy, nutritious and you can feel good about including these in your weekly prep. 1-2...
READ MOREBy Terri Ross You’ve got new big goals and you have put everything you’ve got into it. Perhaps you are doing your first endurance race or you really want to conquer something new. Nothing can stop you from going to the gym! Or can it? In the...
READ MOREBy Terri Ross This morning I woke up earlier than expected, laid in bed wondering if it was worth trying to go back to sleep. But then I had a thought—I would really like to go for a run. I checked the weather and it was 28 degrees outside. There...
READ MOREIt’s about this time of year when we start to notice food all around us. The Christmas treats are out the day after Halloween at the stores and it won’t be long before we will be treated by clients at the office, the neighbor brings over holiday...
READ MOREBy Deb Withington Parents often wonder if their children are getting enough exercise, and if they are, how much should they be getting? The World Health Organization (WHO), recommends 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous activity daily. So what...
READ MOREArapahoe Basin is already open and others will be opening soon behind it. Is your body ready? Three main areas you can work on to prepare your body include strength training, flexibility, and hydration. Start with these tips so you can have fun...
READ MOREBy: Shelby Nolan This isn’t likely, and I’ll tell you why. Weight change is determined by your energy intake and your energy expenditure. If you have a higher INTAKE than expenditure, meaning you are eating more and moving less, you will...
READ MOREBy Deb Withington I have heard many debates over what macro nutrients/foods should be included in a “weight conscious” meal plan. Should carbs be included, reduced or excluded completely? The answer to this question is dependent on...
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