Healthy Tips for the Holidays Contributed by: Dustin Gonzalez, NASM-CPT The holiday season is a time to celebrate with family and friends. Unfortunately, for many it also becomes a time for overeating and weight gain. According to the National Institutes of Health, holiday eating can result in an extra pound or two every year. Over …
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What’s the Deal with Apple Cider Vinegar?
What’s the Deal with Apple Cider Vinegar? Contributed by: Michael Devon, NASM-CPT Apple cider vinegar has many uses but did you know it can used as part of a healthy diet? You’d want to chose apple cider vinegar with “the mother” which is the slimy substance seen at the bottom of the bottle. The mother …
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A Positive Daily Habit
A Positive Daily Habit Contributed by: Michael Devon, NASM-CPT Working out provides a much needed escape from your daily obligations, concerns, and stressors. If you want to transform your body and your life, loyalty to a daily habit of some form of exercise is a must! Whether it is five minutes of body movement, an …
Climbing to New Heights for Cystic Fibrosis
Contributed by: Ciara Floyd, M.S., NSCF-CPT, NSCA-CSCS Every year JKFITNESS participates in one or more community fitness events to support a great charitable cause. In 2017, JKFITNESS will have a team in the annual Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Climb on January 28th at the Tower of the Americas in San Antonio, TX. This event consists of a the …
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Power 30 Changed My Life
Power 30 Changed My Life Contributed by: Carol Kline I was familiar with the Power 30 program for nearly two years because I’m the administrative assistant for JKFITNESS. I’ve seen clients get started and experience positive results on the program and I’ve even sat in on training about the nutrition program. I had a basic understanding …
Healthy Tuna Salad
Healthy Tuna Salad Recipe Contributed by: Michael Devon, NASM-CPT Healthy Tuna Salad: 1 serving of your favorite tuna, or salmon1/2 cucumber or pickle (or both)1/2 tomato1/2 carrot, finely chopped or grated1/4 red onion1/2 stalk of celery1/4 cup of raisins or your favorite dried fruitPepper and garlic seasoning to taste Ditch the mayo and substitute 1 …
Healthy Snacks for Kids
Healthy Snacks for Kids Contributed by: Ciara Floyd, M.S., NSCF-CPT, NSCA-CSCS Finding the right snack for your children can be difficult. Some kids are picky eaters, only want to eat what they saw on a commercial, or you may as a parent be short on time. Children can snack 2 or 3 times a day; popular …
Drink Water & Drop Weight
Contributed by: Dustin Gonzalez, NASM-CPT You may have heard that drinking more water is a good weight loss tip; but recent research shows even more compelling support for this weight loss tactic. New, unpublished clinical evidence shows that drinking water prior to eating can be an effective weight loss tool. The researchers found that people who drank two eight ounce cups …
Fall Into Vegetable Performance Boosters
Fall Into Vegetable Performance Boosters Contributed by: Amanda Albiar, NSCF-CPT This is the season for cooler weather and an abundance of fall fruits and vegetables. Your workouts might change with the reduction of daylight, but don’t let that dampen your training. Boost your performance within-season vegetables such as winter squash, beets and pumpkins. These vegetables are …
Tips to Deal with Stress and Anxiety
Contributed by: Ciara Floyd, M.S., NSCF-CPT, NSCA-CSCS Many people deal with stress and anxiety on a daily basis. The cause of stress or anxiety can stem from things you have control over, such as your family or your health choices, or from matters outside of your control such as a co-worker. No matter the source, a …