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Get Up and Get On The Scale!

August 29, 2016
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When you roll out of bed and drag your pre-caffeinated feet to the bathroom, the last thing you may want to do is step on the scale. But you should. We breakdown why you should check your weight in the morning, every day. Experts agree that morning weigh-ins are the most accurate and impactful when it comes to the healthy choices you make throughout the day. Here are the facts. You lose water weight overnight so weighing yourself in the morning provides you with the most accurate number. Doctors and scientists also believe knowing your weight on a daily basis helps you make healthier decisions whether they be eating less or exercising more. Stepping on the scale consistently is also linked to preventing age related weight gain...

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Getting Fit: Good Pain Vs Bad Pain

August 25, 2016
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If you're accustomed to great workouts then you know there is some pain associated with getting fit. Of course, all pain isn't good pain - it's important you know the difference between good and bad. On the path of reaching your fitness goals it's easy to go from poppin' to popped hamstring (or any other muscle for that matter). The good news, your body will give you plenty warning before serious injury. To help you out we summarized a physical therapist's guide to recognizing good pain vs bad pain. Good Pain Muscle soreness is a good, natural thing as long as you feel the soreness in areas targeted in your last workout. That achy feeling the day after a really good sweat session is the result of DOMS or...

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Abs: Giving It To You Straight

August 18, 2016
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You only need to make one simple adjustment to be closer to 6-pack abs! We’ve all tried minute to win it routines and we all know abs are made in the kitchen. But, did you know the way you sit and stand plays a key role in getting those abs into formation? Yes ladies, perfect posture may lead the way to your washboards.  Having good posture or form, as it’s referred to in the fitness world, means making sure your body is properly aligned. So how exactly does your posture equal no exercise abs? Experts say, “When your body is in alignment, everything functions at a heightened level, but when you are hunched over a desk typing every day, or if you have a job where you...

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Body Goals Past 40, How Eva Mendes Does It!

August 17, 2016
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Eva's dedication to her coke bottle shape lands her in our #WCW spotlight. Find out what she does and what she eats to stay so fit and vibrant! This week’s #WCW goes to none other than the beautiful Eva Mendes. From her sexy curves to her beautiful skin she is turning heads all around town. Even after becoming a mother she is still is in what many call “the best shape of her life”. This A-lister has graced movie screens and magazines all over the world. So, how does this 42-year-old bombshell maintain her young and vibrant look? According to popsugar.com “Eva loves to run, not only for exercise, but also to clear her mind of all stress in her demanding life. Eva says she runs...

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A Golden Attitude On and Off The Mat

August 15, 2016
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She's a gymnastics powerhouse and has an amazing ability to overcome hardships. Simone Biles is a gold medalist on and off the mat. As the 2016 Rio Olympics head into their second week, we’ve watched as athletes prove what makes them best in the world. This statement is true for many on Team USA especially Simone Biles. The “4-foot-8 giant” as she is commonly referred to, has been dominating the gymnastics world and shattering world records for years. Biles, the favorite to win in each competition she will face, has a very real chance of bringing home 5 gold medals. In addition to her widely publicized qualifying stats, the world has learned that Simone’s biological mother struggled with drug and alcohol problems. As a result, she and...

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AFTER CHUCKIN’ UP THE DEUCES, CHRIS BROWN’S EX IS ON THE RISE !

August 10, 2016
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Her unique style, beauty and fitness routine lands Karrueche Tran in our #WCW spotlight. We first heard about this week’s #WCW when she came to the scene as R&B sensation Chris Brown’s girlfriend. Now this beauty has made a name all on her own. Karrueche Tran is acting and has been featured in many magazines and blogs around the world for her style and beauty expertise. So how does this young beauty keep her glow? Well, according to allure.com, she drinks tons of water and she makes sure that she cuts out fast food. She’s also adopted a sure fire night-time skin routine which consists of cleaning her skin every night and spraying on Mario Badescu facial spray with aloe, herbs, and rosewater. When it comes to...

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Benefits of Partner Workouts

August 4, 2016
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Good news for gal time! Instead of heading to happy hour head to the gym with your girls. Multiple studies show there are benefits to buddying up in the gym. On the list of statistically proven benefits: enjoyment, post-workout calmness, and a 200% increase in the intensity of your sweat session! The more obvious benefits of working out with a partner: It’s fun, you’ve got someone to check your form, take your flex photos for the ‘gram and you can reach your health goals together. Whether you’re looking for a way to get back on track with your fitness goals or push it to the next level, grab a friend or your bae and hit the gym together! While you’re there, snap a pic of the...

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Avocado Chocolate Pudding


August 3, 2016
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No more feeling guilty about eating that chocolate pudding, this recipe is a healthy way to use avocados. ENJOY!! INGREDIENTS: 3 large avocados, (soft and ripe) 1/4 cup cacao powder 5 to 6 Tablespoons coconut milk 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract 2 Teaspoons coconut oil 2 to 3 Tablespoons agave nectar or raw honey (to taste) DIRECTIONS: Combine avocados, cacao powder, coconut oil, coconut milk, vanilla extract, agave nectar or honey in a blender. Blend until smooth. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour. COOK’S NOTE: You can use almond milk or whole milk instead of coconut milk. You can also add a pinch of sea salt. #WhatscookingKJ...

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Diet Transformation Health Benefits

August 2, 2016
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Changing your diet is a huge transformation! In recent years, the vegan diet has been gaining notoriety within the black community. While this lifestyle has been practiced in our communities (think Rastafarians) for ages we can probably credit big named celebs for the surge in awareness. So why do stars like Russell Simmons, Beyonce, Mike Tyson and more transform their pallets and adapt this lifestyle? Russell Simmons credits health and spiritual benefits while Tyson and Queen Bey adapted the diet as a way to maintain their body weight. To find out if there’s any validity to these claims we did a little a research. According to the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, “vegan diets tend to contain less saturated fat and cholesterol and more dietary fiber....

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