Hey Teachers- School is Out! Now it’s Time to Take Care of You.
After a long, hard winter in the classroom, we think that you could use a little TLC. Now that school is out for the summer, why not take this opportunity to fine tune your health or start on your way to whole new you? Because we think teachers are just the greatest,...
Shape-Up Challenge: Week 4— The Benefits of Flexibility
Welcome to Week 4 of the Shape-Up Challenge! This week, we’re going to talk about the importance of flexibility and some of the benefits it can provide. Our goal is for you to begin incorporating a flexibility component into your exercise program. So what is...
Recipe of the Week: Grilled Snapper with Corn Salad
Enjoy a taste of summer with this delicious fish paired with a refreshing seasonal salad. Recipe Nutritional Information: Servings: 4 Estimated Total Preparation Time: 30 minutes Calories per Serving: 511 Recipe Ingredients: 4, 7-oz snapper filets 2 tbsp grapeseed oil...
Shape-Up Challenge: Week 3—Resistance (Exercises) Are Anything But Futile
Welcome to Week 3 of the Shape-Up Challenge! This week, we’re going to discuss the benefits of resistance exercise, plus give you some easy exercises you can do on your own to start looking and feeling better. According to the American College of Sports Medicine...
Recipe of the Week: Southwestern Pizza
If you like a little spice, this unusual but delicious pizza, studded with antioxidant-rich black beans, fits the bill. Recipe Nutritional Information: Calories per Serving: 512 Servings: 2 Estimated Total Preparation Time: 30 minutes Recipe Ingredients: 1 frozen...
Tips to Boost Your Metabolism
If you’re trying to lose weight, you’ve probably heard a lot about metabolism: How people blessed with fast metabolisms can shed pounds at the drop of the hat, while those with slower metabolisms have more trouble staying at a healthy weight. While there is some truth...
Shape-Up Challenge: Week 2— Warm Up, Cool Down and Eating for Exercise
Welcome to Week 2 of the Shape-Up Challenge! So you’ve gotten your physician’s clearance, you have the proper gear, and you’re ready to add an exercise program to your medical weight loss plan. Congratulations! But don’t forget the basics. Below, we lay out some...
Recipe of the Week: Salad with Grilled Tuna and Mimosa Viniagrette
This simple salad with grilled tuna is definitely more festive when paired with fresh oranges and a delightful dressing. Recipe Nutritional Information: Calories per Serving: 503 Servings: 2 Estimated Total Preparation Time: 25 minutes Recipe Ingredients: 2 6-ounce...
Walking for Weight Loss
In 20 minutes you can watch a sitcom, eat your lunch, or make a quick trip to the grocery store. More importantly, 20 minutes is all it takes to make a positive impact on your health. A recent study found those at risk or those who have cardiovascular disease can...
Shape-Up Challenge: Week 1 – Setting Goals
May is here, and with it brings the advent of summer…and bathing suit season. You’ve been watching the scale move in the right direction on your medical weight loss plan, but maybe you’d also like to tone up a bit. With just a little effort each day, you can see a...