Archive for April, 2008

How to Get Back on the Wagon

What do we do when we inevitably fall off the wagon?
As you know, there will be times when we simply cannot adhere to our firm intentions to eat right and exercise.
You know what I’m talking about. There’s a deadline at work – and, woops, we miss a few workouts in a row because of a [...]

The Basics for Grilling Vegetables

A quick reminder about the extensive recipes you’ll find on this site. In the mean time, this is a great season for grilling vegetables. And, this cooking technique adds so much delicious flavor, that you won’t even realize your eating something good for you…
Basic Grilled Vegetable Technique:

Cheating Secrets

If you’re like me, there are times we just have to indulge a little. You know what I’m talking about. Baby carrots are just not going to do it. There are times when we simply must satisfy those cravings so that we don’t binge on something we really shouldn’t binge on.
What’s the answer? Cheat a [...]

Is It Cardio First Or the Other Way Around?

Say goodbye to long boring hours spent on cardio machines and get ready to tone up with interval training. And the best part is — if done correctly, it only takes 15 minutes after your resistance workout!
That’s right. Many studies indicate that the ideal order of things should be resistance first, followed by cardio. Read [...]