Saturday, July 31st, 2010

Exercise After Pregnancy: Getting Back in Shape

If you exercised during pregnancy, you will now feel the benefits of your prenatal workouts. Your muscles are toned, you are able to lose weight more quickly, and you can recover faster after birth. However, some form of exercise after pregnancy is necessary to keep fit and stay healthy. Aerobics, swimming, walking or yoga can help prevent post partum depression or mood swings. Exercise after pregnancy... [Read more]


The Diet Solution Program Review: Does It Work?

Two out of three Americans are overweight. Thus, it comes as no surprise that diets and weight loss programs are proliferating everywhere. The Diet Solution Program by Isabel de los Rios is touted to be an excellent and highly effective weight loss program. It focuses on your nutrition intake and guarantees a sustained weight loss by introducing healthy eating habits. And that is the reason why... [Read more]


Easy Exercises for Pregnant Women

There was a time when pregnancy was viewed as a medical condition where the pregnant woman was advised to rest, relax and avoid exercise. Today we know that prenatal exercise has many benefits. However, you should consult with your doctor before starting any exercise program for pregnant women. Your doctor can also give you some exercise guidelines based on your medical history. Aerobic Exercise According... [Read more]


Eating Healthy On A Budget

Doesn’t it seem like it’s so expensive to eat healthy? Sometimes eating healthy on a budget can seem next to impossible. One of the main reasons for this is that nearly all weight loss or calorie reduced brands sell expensive prepackaged meals. The funny thing is, these frozen and over priced items are so simple to make for yourself! And for the most part are even healthier when prepared... [Read more]


Walking For Weight Loss

Walking for weight loss works, but only if you work it! For many Moms walking is the number one fitness activity of choice. Walking for weight loss is considered to be one of the best ways to strengthen the cardiovascular system and improve over all health. But only if your walking routine never becomes monotonous or predictable. When walking regularly it can seem that over time your workout becomes... [Read more]


High Protein Low Carb Diet – Fad or Fabulous?

It’s not a secret that many of the weight loss diets popular today are nothing but false promises, filled with unrealistic expectations and requirements. If you are looking to join a diet plan or weight loss program it’s important to know which ones are actually healthy. High protein low carb diets have been around for quite some time. However, in recent years have they become increasingly... [Read more]


How To Get Rid Of Belly Fat

Do you want to know how to get rid of belly fat? Like many women who just had a baby, I bet you’ll do almost anything to lose it! I know because I’ve been there. Wait. I’m still there! And my ‘baby’ is almost THREE.  But that’s okay because it takes CONSISTENT effort to lose that belly fat. And it requires that we work out our whole body. So don’t commit... [Read more]


Five Easy Toning Exercises For Women

As Fit Moms, exercise is an important part of our lives! Getting and staying fit is one way to have enough energy to keep up with our little ones! After having a baby it can be really difficult to firm up certain spots on your body. But there are some toning exercises for women that can really target these spots and help you get rid of that flab. You can use just your body weight and you will see a... [Read more]


How To Lose Weight Quickly After Having A Baby

The wait is finally over. You now have your bundle of joy safely in your arms. All is well…except for those extra rolls and jiggles you feel as you tend to your baby. Maybe you were one of the lucky ones and you only gained 25-35 pounds, but I was not so fortunate. I gained 50 pounds with both of my kids and when things settled down you better believe I was looking for a way to lose weight fast! So... [Read more]


What Motivates You To Lose Weight And Get Fit?

Every busy Mom needs a little motivation to lose weight and get fit every now and then.  The key is knowing what motivates you and what doesn’t. You have to have a reason…a purpose for losing weight and getting fit. I am motivated to lose weight and get fit because I don’t want to be unhealthy. I want to look good and feel good. When you are healthy, you greatly decrease your chances... [Read more]