Think of winter food and your mind conjures up images of thick vegetable soups, and steaming stews. And surprise, surprise these are exactly the type of food you should be eating at this time of year. When the days are colder you need more warmth from your food and this is provided by these types of meals where everything is cooked in one pan so no nutrients are lost and warming spices are … [Read more...]
Exercise Helps Prevent The Common Cold
We've all been encouraged at one time or another to exercise, and for good reason. Besides maintaining a normal body weight, exercise has numerous health benefits, including reducing your risk for heart disease, clearing the mind, and even improving our emotional state. Now health experts believe that people who get plenty of exercise, and as a result are more physically fit, also come down … [Read more...]
Your Winter Exercise Blueprint
It can be tough to stick with your exercise program when winter hits. The shortage of daylight, the cold weather and strong urge to stay in your nice warm bed can all work against you as you try to stay focused on your workouts. While winter does offer a variety of outdoor activities like skiing, snow-shoeing and cross-country skiing, not all of us have access or enjoy those types of … [Read more...]
Does Low Carb Beer Make You Fat?
How much do the calories in alcohol affect your weight loss? Does a few drinks each night or weekend really make that much difference? We look at the reasons why alcohol consumption might be holding your weight loss right back! Alcohol is the most social and common kind of 'drug' we can take, and it's a normal part of our society and socialising to have a few … [Read more...]
Friday Fitness Fun Facts- Might Riase An Eyebrow Or Two
The human body is an amazing thing. So for our Friday entertainment today and because it's always nice to take a bit of a lighter tact on Fridays, (And how did it get to be Friday again - I feel like someone hit the fast-forward button on the week!) here are a few fascinating and fun facts about your body. The Brain Your brain weighs about three pounds and all but 10 ounces of it is water. … [Read more...]
The “Biggest Loser” Is The Biggest Joke.
The “Biggest Loser” Is The Biggest Joke. It’s about time someone exposed ‘The Biggest Loser’ as a scam…..This “weight loss documentary” is nothing more than a hit TV drama. With all the glowing coverage and praise, the average viewer is starting to think ‘The Biggest Loser’ somehow represents the indomitability of human spirit and the triumph of modern bariatric … [Read more...]
What Is A Detox Diet And How Does It Work?
What is Detox? Detox, short for detoxification, is the body's natural, ongoing process of neutralizing or eliminating toxins from the body. Toxins (anything that can potentially harm body tissue) are transformed chemically to less harmful compounds and excreted via stools or urine. Sources of toxins include those produced in the body during normal functions, such as the ammonia produced … [Read more...]
Tips To Improve Your Mental Toughness
9 Tips to Mental Toughness by Garrett J. Braunreiter, CSCS, The Energy Coach It takes more than visualisation, self-talk, relaxation and concentration to be a real winner in life. (If only it were that easy, right? I am leaner, energized, and have a great body. Plus I make a million dollars … [Read more...]
PerFit Christmas Party Games Video!
On Tuesday December 21st PerFit held their annual Christmas BBQ. Keeping with tradition, the fun and games continued! Check it out below. … [Read more...]
Nutrition Tips for Christmas
Christmas cookies, mince pies and chocolates are only a few of many Christmas temptations. The high-calorie food extravaganza often begins in early December and lasts right into the New Year. Between office break ups, family gatherings and Christmas parties with your friends, you can quickly put on weight if you do not have healthy eating strategies in place. Consume Calories … [Read more...]
