Wait. I need to change who I am? This motto is heard so much around the new year. At gyms. Online challenges. If these places are saying it, what does it even mean? I would imagine that for a lot of people, it means a transformation. It's a new year. I'm going to "look" like a new person. It will be a new me. Maybe some look at it as an opportunity to create new habits in their lives. They believe they can make life better for themselves. My life will make me a new m

Trying to eat properly around this time of year can be a bit tricky. But it doesn't have to be. Here are some great tips to keep your eating aligned with your goals. Don't be scared to bring the veggies. If you know veggies are important for you, then bring them to the gathering. Put them out each meal. Have some ready throughout the days just to munch on. Not only will you feel better, you'll stay fuller longer, stay regular, and be guilt free. ;) Don't arrive on an emp

Hey! How are things going? Busy being busy? That's typically the kind of answer we give people, isn't it? I'm so busy. Life is so busy. Run, run, run. Go, go, go. But why? Well, everyone has their own reasons for being busy. Family life, work, sports, school, leisure, travel, etc. Oh, yeah, and don't forget about sleeping, eating and exercising! So, is all that busy bad? No it isn't. Is any busy good? As long as it's lined up with a purpose, then yes, it's good. You c

Welcome to December. For the next 3 weeks, FitStop blog will be all about living out the holidays in a healthier way. I've decided to break up the weeks in the following sections: Staying Active amid the sometimes hectic schedules Busy is a choice (how to slow down in such a fast-paced month) Healthier food choices at the get togethers (and every other meal too) So, today we are going to dive into being and staying consistent in our physical activity. I know a lot of you a

Are you starting to come up with new years resolutions? Do you find yourself saying you'll wait until the new year to do such and such? The idea of a new year resolution dates as far back as 4000 years ago with the ancient Babylonians, pledging to their gods different things they would do. It became a more popular tradition in the 18th century. However, we know that nowadays most people who declare a resolution very rarely see it through. I bet its because they don't have a

Are you a morning or evening person? When is the best time for you to get your workout in? Is there actually a "better" time to exercise? Not really, but today we're going to to look at different benefits of of the early AM and the later PM. Morning workout: best for consistency, fat-burning, energy and mood. Let's break it down, shall we. Consistency as there are fewer interruptions first thing in the morning. Also, there's less fatigue as you've had a good night's sleep.

Have you ever heard of mindful eating? All it is is simply putting all our senses to work when we eat. It means paying full attention. Noticing when you're hungry or full, and understanding your thoughts and feelings toward food. Mindful eating is not a diet. It doesn't tell you what to avoid, when to eat, or how much. It helps you focus on how you eat. It helps create a calm, intentional relationship with food that honors what your body needs. Mindful eating helps activ

Our health is comprised of much more than just physical activity. Mental health is huge component and in the last couple of decades have helped people to be made more aware of it, although is still feels like a taboo subject. This week's blog will explore it, and the also the art of journaling. If you have never journaled, this is for you. If you are an avid journaler, I hope you can be affirmed by this blog. Let's take a look at mental health benefits first: sometimes we

Hey there. I know what you're thinking. I already squat. But have you thought of why you squat? Is it just to have a nice booty? A great bonus by the way, but not the ultimate purpose of the squat. Here are 9 reasons to push yourself to do the best squats possible. Build your lower body strength. Squats target more than just your bum. They get the hamstrings, quads, hip flexors, and calves! Core strength and stability. Tighten your core just a bit more as you lower and

Tis the season for colds and flus. It just seems that everywhere you turn someone is coughing, sneezing or feverish. Instead of reaching for pills in reaction to a cold or fever, let's be proactive and dive into natural ways to boost your immune system. The best one by far is the recharging with the sun! Get that vitamin D naturally. Especially in these shorter days, when it's nice, get outside! Laugh. Laughter is the best medicine and keeps you feeling great due to the d

**Merriam Webster Dictionary gives this definition of Consistency: firmness of constitution or character : persistency **Cambridge dictionary says this: consistency noun (BEING THE SAME) [ U ] the quality of always behaving or performing in a similar way, or of always happening in a similar way: **And Oxford dictionary: the quality of always behaving in the same way or of having the same opinions, standard, etc.; the quality of being consistent. What is your definitio

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