As with fad diets, gimmicky equipment and boring workout programs. This will be the first in a series of advice articles about diets, nutrition and workout routines, along with related subjects on health and fitness. The information will be based on facts learned through years of studying and digging for the truth in a culture where […]
Author: Ed Shepherd
The KickBox Club and Circuits
There are some appreciable differences between The KickBox Club and franchise fitness gyms like Title Boxing, iLoveKickboxing, Orangetheory Fitness, 9-Rounds, Punch, etc. In fact, there are no other gyms, I’m proud to say, quite like The KickBox Club. Here are just a few with focus on circuit training following: Circuit Training gets your heart rate up and strengthens […]
Health Benefits of Kickboxing
Kickboxing is a workout that gives A LOT. Instead of doing multiple workouts, you get all the same benefits and more. To be totally fit, there are 5 components: body composition, cardio endurance, flexibility, muscular endurance and strength. Kickboxing focuses on all five while getting your heart rate up and strengthening your muscles at the […]
Buddha Bowl
By Maria Marlowe (IIN) If you’d like a hearty plant-based meal that will keep you satisfied, try this Buddha Bowl recipe. A Buddha Bowl is a well-balanced meal, made primarily of various different cooked veggies, alongside a healthy portion of plant-based protein like chickpeas, beans, lentils, or quinoa, and some healthy fat like avocado and […]
Avocado and Heirloom Tomato Tartar
Besides being some of the richest sources of monounsaturated (healthy) fats in the world, avocados are also one of the better sources of B vitamins, such as niacin, which assist your body in building and repairing DNA. From “Nourish and Glow,” by Jules Aron Serves 4 to 6 For the avocado layer: For the tomato […]
Mixed Fruit with Lime and Mint
This refreshing combination is delicious any time of the day. Prep and Cook Time: 5 minutes Serves 2 Ingredients: Directions:
Turmeric Glazed Salmon
A sprinkle of turmeric adds extra flavor, nutrition, and anti-inflammatory properties to this already nutrient-rich salmon dish. Salmon has earned its research reputation as a health-supportive food based largely on its unusual omega-3 fatty acid content. It’s very common for 4 ounces of baked or broiled salmon to contain at least 2 grams of omega-3 […]
Seafood Asparagus With Garlic Mirin Sauce
The garlic and mirin add an ethnic twist to this easy-to-prepare seafood dish. Note: This recipe is served with ½ cup brown rice for this meal. This can be done ahead of time. Prep and Cook Time: 25 minutes Serves 1Ingredients: Directions:
Mediterranean Dressing
Time Saver: This dressing can be made ahead and used on many vegetable recipes. Prep and Cook Time: 3 minutes – Yields about 1-1/3 cup Ingredients: Directions: The dressing will store in the refrigerator for up to 10 days. It will solidify, so you will need to bring it back to room temperature before using. To […]
Will Eating More Protein Help Your Body Gain Muscle Faster?
Find out how consuming too much protein can harm your body. By Miriam E. Nelse, PhD Seems like everyone at the gym is doing it: filling up on protein to bulk up those biceps. But it’s a misconception. Eating extra protein actually doesn’t do much toward boosting your muscle mass and strength. In fact, medical […]