The Fitness Benefits of Walking

The fitness benefits of walking are numerous. Walking is something we do every day but usually not for a very long time. We have short bursts here and there when we are at home or at work. However, because of our busy lifestyles, we usually don’t walk to the grocery...
How Exercise Prevents Coronary Heart Disease

How Exercise Prevents Coronary Heart Disease

The coronary arteries are the arteries supplying blood to the heart. Coronary heart disease is literally the blockage of these arteries which inhibits blood flow to the heart. While there are medical reasons why this would happen, it is typically caused by diet and an...
Is Eating Saturated Fat Good For You?

Is Eating Saturated Fat Good For You?

In the past year or so, there has been a growing debate questioning the consumption of saturated fat and the alleged ill effects of doing so. There are more studies being done focusing on highly refined carbohydrates and the effects they may have on diseases such as...
The Skinny On Fiber And Weight Loss

The Skinny On Fiber And Weight Loss

Mary, one of my many personal fitness clients in Fort Collins, asked me an interesting question during our most recent outdoor training session. Since we had such a productive conversation I thought I’d address it here as well. The topic? Fiber. How much? What kind?...