August 2012 archive

Eat in Color

Skittles are not the only way you can taste the rainbow!  Read more to see the benefits of adding more color to your diet via fruits and vegtables. The link explains why each color is important and what it can do for our bodies.  Some of the chemicals in thecolors can become tedious, but skim through …

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Fitness Ink: A Yes or No?

Olympic Rings Tattoo

As spectators of the 2012 Olympic Games, we cannot help but notice solid, well-earned physiques and some serious “game-faces” of the world’s top competitors.  However, one thing becoming more popular on athletes (and even the spectators) are tattoos; particularly the Olympic Rings.  I found this link when browsing on my MSN homepage and I am …

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What gets you pumped…

The 2012 Olympics are upon us!  We think of athletes competing as gods, envying their will-power, adherence, and motivation.  Their training schedules and eating habits seem absolutely insane, but we remain in awe as we watch such crisp clean execution.  It’s their job, their life.  I love the opening ceremonies, watching literally the whole world …

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Fitness Bucket List

We all have something we want to do in our lives.  Maybe it’s something crazy, like skydiving, or something simple like reading a book series.  These lists can be personal, or can serve as a great conversation starter with a group of friends.  But have you thought about what you might like to accomplish in the fitness …

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Beginning Guide to Best Pre-Packaged Foods for a College Student

You’re miles away from a home-cooked meal, Dominoe’s is just a phone call away and vending machines are everywhere during study breaks. As a student, it is nearly impossible to always have fresh produce on hand, let alone even THINK about going Paleo. Taking the time to pre-plan your eating habits is neither convenient nor …

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