Lately, I’ve learned to love an exercise program that leaves me with blisters on my hands, soreness in muscles I didn’t know existed, and even the occasional bruise. It may sound strange, but I’ve learned to look at these minor ailments as proof that I’m improving every day. At my very first class, I remember loud music, barbells slamming on…
Do the words “healthy eating” bum you out or bring to mind visions of foods you’re not even sure if your dog would eat? Healthy eating can seem so boring and “blah,” but it can actually be a great excuse to try new things and keep your journey to weight loss and wellness fun. Healthy eating and fun? Hear me…
If you have an office job, your typical day might look like this: sitting in a car while on your way to work; sitting at your desk while at work; sitting in a meeting or two; sitting in your car while on your way home from work; sitting in front of the television or laptop; sitting down for dinner. That’s…
If you’ve ever tried to lose weight, you may have found that the pounds came off pretty steadily in the beginning and then the scale refused to budge. You may have wanted to toss said scale out of the window when this happens, but there are small tweaks you can make instead to get the numbers going down again. According…
Do you know the excitement you feel when you try on a brand new pair of workout shoes or sign up for a 5K? Does this help give you the extra motivation you need to hit the gym or head out for a long walk? That’s how I feel about the new memorial garden here at TOPS Headquarters. What does…
A short while back, I blogged about trying a kale smoothie. Apparently, I’m not the only one who thinks that salad greens and fruit can peacefully coexist in a blended treat. Katie Ferraro, a Registered Dietitian and nutrition expert for TOPS, shared a couple of different “green” smoothie recipes in a past issue of TOPS News membership magazine. If you’re trying…
The Wellness Wednesday blog is taking a quick break until Wednesday, July 16. In the meantime, scroll down to check out past installments including tips for a healthy barbecue, staying healthy while traveling, sample resistance band exercises and more. I hope you’re having a happy and healthy summer!
There are so many things to love about summer here in Wisconsin—warm weather, outdoor activities, festivals galore, and not having to scrape the ice off of your windshield in the morning. But one of my favorite summertime staples is the farmers market. I love the idea of stocking up on veggies and fruit (at a fraction of what the typical…
It’s no secret that sitting for prolonged periods is bad for your waistline. However, you may not be aware of just how bad it can be for your overall health. Research from Northwestern University found that people who spend more time sitting are more likely to become disabled when compared with people with similar health and exercise habits who sit…