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Exercising is all fun and games until it's not. Usually, people go through a couple of phases in their relationship with working out. First, they break through and finally commit to going to the gym and start some workouts that can help get them results. After a little habit-building, you probably start to see results on the scale and in non-scale victories. But what about months after that? If you feel like your exercise routine is a little, well, routine , then it’s time to mix things up! Here are a few tips to keep you inspired on your fitness mission and change things up.  Hit the Trails Sure, you can get killer results with the treadmill, but running in place gets old for most of us. Take your cardio regimen outside and hit a trail or the sidewalk in your neighborhood for some fresh air. It surprises many people how different running outside is compared to on a treadmill, and the beautiful weather and sights can make it more interesting as well. Sign Up...

Believe it or not, for a lot of people, working out is like a (healthy) addiction. If they go more than a day without hitting the gym or the trails, they don’t feel quite like themselves. Although they might seem like superhumans, these people had to build the habit at some point and had to face similar obstacles.  If you're at the start of your health journey and still fight with motivation, here are some tips to help you while you build the workout habit. Stick with them long enough, and you'll be one of those superhumans too!   Dress for Success Look good, feel good, right? Having dedicated gym clothes that are comfortable, fit your body well, and look flashy can be all it takes to help get you going in the morning. Lay your workout clothes out before you go to bed so you can wake up without having to think about finding the right top for your leggings.  Pump Up the Jams Just like you follow a weight loss meal plan that has foods you actual...

Nobody wants people to see them as selfish, but when it comes to your health and wellness, putting yourself first is a good thing! Nobody can eat that broccoli for you or go on that jog in your stead, so it’s all on you to make your health a priority and get after it. If you feel like the hustle and bustle of the day is getting in the way of your health goals, here’s why you should double-check your priorities. Your Health Should Come Above All Else We all have priorities. Whether it’s your job, your kids, or your personal health, how you prioritize things can have an overall impact on your happiness. The thing is, your health and maintaining your body should come above all else. You only get one body—and its gotta last! Unlike your car, you can’t get a new one once it starts slowing down, so it’s essential you’re doing what you can to keep things running smoothly. It can be tempting to sacrifice your personal needs for others, and to a point, this is laudable behavi...

So, you’ve been on this diet for a few weeks. How’s it going so far? Even if you’re starting to see the needle move, if you’re on the wrong diet or eating program, you might crash and burn. Is trouble ahead? Here are some huge red flags to look for.  It Isolates You From Social Events You need flexibility in your program, and if you’re stuck eating the same three foods at the same exact time, you’ll likely become that person. There’s nothing wrong with sticking to your carrots when you go to a barbeque, and your goals should come before all else. But, if your diet has you bringing food containers to an event (and not to take home their yummy leftovers) then you should think about how flexible it really is. Want to know a secret? There are meal plans out there that let you actually live and enjoy your life! Weird to think, huh? Whether it’s a combination of intermittent fasting weight loss and carb-loading, or a low-carb, high-protein split, you can find something that keeps ...

When you’re first starting out on your health, weight loss, and fitness journey, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. From the things you have to say “no” to, to the change in your daily habits, just the thought of altering your lifestyle forever can be intimidating. Which is part of the reason why the key to anything life-changing is taking baby steps. It’s also vital to allow yourself to celebrate and take pride in those small steps. So, whether you’re well on your way to achieving your final goal or you’re just starting your health journey, here are five milestones worth celebrating along the way. You Move the Needle The first and perhaps most celebration-worthy milestone is when you move the needle of the scale for the first time. After years of either not giving fitness and nutrition any thought or following the wrong diet or exercise regimen, you're finally seeing results. It can only get better from here, so pat yourself on the back and keep moving forward. Your Clothes Stop...

To some, mornings suck. Waking up and working out first thing seems like a faraway dream that isn’t worth the effort in the end. Not true! If you aren’t a natural morning person, going without hitting snooze at least once can feel like a huge accomplishment in and of its own. That’s step one. Keep going, let’s get you up, moving, and sweating in the mornings. While exercising in the evening is better than not exercising at all, here are a few reasons why the early bird truly does get the worm when it comes to reaching your health goals. Feel the Early Burn If you’re an avid follower of intermittent fasting weight loss , then you'll know how effective fasting for set periods can be at boosting your metabolism and kicking your body into fat-burning mode. When you exercise in the morning as opposed to in the evenings, you can shift that process into high gear first thing in the a.m.—one study even found that if you exercise on an empty stomach as opposed to a full one, you can b...

Spring is here, and with the weather warming up and your favorite spot opening their patio space, you know what that means—it’s officially brunch season! Brunch is a sacred time for most of us and gives us a chance to pause, catch up with the girls, and enjoy some sunshine on the patio. What could go wrong? Well, there is that one little thing you might have forgotten—your diet. Luckily, you’re following a flexible, brunch-friendly weight loss meal plan . But even so, you can’t just go hog-wild after merely smelling some French toast. If you have a brunch date (or many) coming up, these are some easy tips that will help you stay on track with your health goals.  Plan Ahead A huge part of keeping your meal plan in check is planning well in advance what you’re going to eat when you get to brunch. If you just show up and wing it, chances are you’ll eat a big plate of pancakes and syrup with a side helping of regret for later on in the day. On the other hand, if y...