How to Burn More Calories in Less Time with HIIT
High-intensity interval training, more casually known as HIIT, is becoming a more popular exercise because of its high effectiveness and little time required. In 2017, HIIT was among the top fitness...
View ArticleThe Pilates Technique to Building Muscle
Unlike high-intensity interval training, pilates is a form of exercise that reduces the impact on the joints through slow and controlled movements. Pilates is great for strengthening your muscles,...
View ArticleYoga for Bariatric Patients
I think it is safe to say that we all desire to find our inner peace and zen. And you may be able to achieve just that by practicing yoga—a mind and body practice that dates back to 5,000 years ago....
View ArticleFasted vs Fed Cardio: Which if Better for Fat Loss?
Exercise is a very important part of living a healthy lifestyle and is recommended to many of our patients as it promotes weight loss, preserves your muscle mass, and improves your mood. But is it true...
View ArticleExercise for Weight Loss: Cardio vs. Weight Training
As I prepare to become a certified personal trainer, I am asked by many patients how to exercise for weight loss. There is a common belief that cardio is the way to go if you are looking to torch those...
View ArticleHow to Create a Workout Routine for Beginners
The gym can be an intimidating place, especially for those patients who haven’t worked out since high school gym class. And the idea of jumping into a workout routine is a scary thought. “What if I...
View Article7 Simple Habits That Will Keep You Healthy
We all want to be healthier, but knowing how can be challenging. There is too much conflicting advice out there, and too many fads, miracle cures, and wellness trends to keep track of. On the opposite...
View ArticleThe Bariatric Patient’s Guide to a Healthy Christmas
We are halfway through December and as much as you may hate to admit it, you have probably slipped up a few times on your healthy eating and exercise regimen. But before you fall too far off the wagon,...
View ArticleHow Walking Can Help You Lose Weight
Exercise after bariatric surgery is important to ensure you maintain your weight loss and can help you achieve the body you have dreamed of. If you have been relatively inactive in the past, the...
View ArticleWhy Sleep is Good for Your Health
How often have you asked someone how they are doing and they respond by saying, “busy”? We live in a time when being busy is cool. Busy means making time for work, errands, family obligations, and of...
View ArticleHow to Stay Healthy with the Coronavirus Outbreak
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is warning Americans about the spread of the coronavirus (officially called the Covid-19) in the U.S. So we wanted to take a pause from our regular...
View Article8 Tips to Stay Healthy When Working From Home
As coronavirus continues to spread across the country, many employees are working from home. Although there are advantages to not having to go into the office—like never having to get out of your...
View ArticleHow to Workout from Home + Free Bariatric Home Fitness Guide
We have all been spending a lot of time at home lately as a result of the COVID-19 Shelter-in-Place orders. With gyms closed and some public parks, it can be challenging to motivate yourself to workout...
View ArticlePost Bariatric Tips for Incorporating Strength Training into Your Workout...
Do you want to reduce body fat, increase lean muscle mass, and burn calories more efficiently? Strength training, here we come! There are many post bariatric surgery tips, and one that is extremely...
View ArticleWhy You Should Train and Not Workout
The alarm goes off at 5:15 AM. I drudgingly roll out of bed (after snoozing for 15 minutes) and slip into my workout clothes. As I lace up my sneakers, I think of every excuse not to go to the gym—”I...
View ArticleHeart Rate Zone Training for Fat Loss and Improved Health
Your heart is one of the most important muscles in your body. Although many people don’t look at it as a muscle because they can not artificially see it. Following heart rate zone training during...
View Article5 Easy Cardio Workouts You Can Do at Home
Today, we’re back with a list of cardio workouts you can do at home to get your sweat on! Whatever your fitness goals – losing weight, toning, coming back from an injury – these workouts will get your...
View ArticleHow to Curb Sugar Cravings After Bariatric Surgery
Halloween is a season of candy and sugared goodies. And as a patient, this can be quite frightful if you are unable to overcome those sugar cravings after bariatric surgery. It can be hard to resist...
View ArticleHow Habits Work and How to Change Your Unhealthy Behavior
We all have numerous healthy daily habits, which (hopefully) include things like showering, brushing teeth, eating meals at regular times, and washing our hands after using the bathroom (especially now...
View ArticleHow to Make Healthy Habits Stick
When looking into how to make habits stick, you need to understand the basics of habit formation. You consciously choose a behavior that you want to make part of your life without having to overthink...
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