Why They Happen and How to Break Through Them You’ve been eating clean, exercising regularly, and seeing steady results, until suddenly, the scale stops moving. Does it sound familiar? If so, you’ve likely hit a "weight loss plateau". As your trusted Virtual Personal Trainer, I am here to explain why it happens and how to push past it.
The Science Behind Mindful Eating In today’s fast-paced world, many people eat quickly, distractedly, and often far more than they need. But what if the secret to eating less and losing weight wasn’t another diet but simply slowing down? As your Virtual Personal Trainer, we’re here to explore how slow-mindful eating works and why it’s one of the most powerful tools in your weight loss journey.
Life was always unpredictable. The COVID-19 pandemic only made this volatility much more palpable. Around the world, more people have become health-conscious to alleviate the dangers of stressful jobs and toxic relationships. Exercise gives you a sustainable high due to its release of endorphins. No wonder it feels immensely demoralizing when a sudden illness or accident ravages your rigorous fitness routine. Thankfully, many people can eventually get back to exercising – at least to some...
The COVID-19 pandemic drastically transformed our world, affecting nearly every country. By May 2, 2023, the virus had claimed over 6.86 million lives globally, with the United States suffering more than a million deaths. As cases surged, countries, communities, and individuals joined to fight an invisible enemy. The response to this global crisis was multifaceted, involving government action, public cooperation, healthcare innovation, and adaptability in daily life. This article explores the...
We still need carbs. Do not fear them. Instead, love them! Carbohydrates have been a fear factor in people's lives. I have heard a lot of statements such as "carbs make you fat", "carbs are not good after 7 pm", etc. It is truly sad to hear that the main fuel of our engine is being declined and eliminated from the diet. Our body works like a car. It requires a specific power and contribution to work and give the best of it. Our leading and most promising fuels are CARBOHYDRATES. The quality of...
In today's digital age, the fitness industry is rapidly evolving thanks to the rise of virtual personal trainers. With advancing technology, individuals now have access to professional fitness guidance and personalized workouts from the comfort of their homes. This article delves into the exciting future of fitness by exploring the numerous benefits of working with a virtual personal trainer.
Salt is arguably the most common seasoning in America and is used in a variety of foods. It is so prevalent that it is not at all uncommon for any given recipe to call for at least a pinch of salt. But while everyone knows that excessive salt intake can increase blood pressure, do people know how salt contributes to weight gain? The most minor form of weight gain comes from water absorption since salt naturally has high water retention. It can show up on the weight scale as a few extra pounds,...
A few more weeks until summer ends! But fortunately we are still in time to get our body fit. If you are to get your beach body ready for the summer, this is the right challenge for you.
We all know and probably heard many times all the benefits of running or jogging(*). To name a few: running boots energy, controls weight, combats health conditions, improves mood, gives us better sleep, etc etc. But this time I am not gonna repeat what we know already very well. This time I am gonna talk about a hidden benefit of walking (at a pace) or running. Something that you might have experienced before but perhaps you never realized. And that is .... I know I am not alone when I say...
"Pure water is the world’s first and foremost medicine" Water is the more basic and needed molecule/element of life. It is a necessity. We needed it to maintain a healthy body, a clear mind, and a good balance within our tissues. About a 60 percent of our body is formed by water. We must constantly replenish the supply, as it is continuously used in all the processes of life. But water is not only extremely needed for life. Drinking water could be also one of the easiest efforts you can...