Healthy Eating Tips

It is time to understand the importance of nutrition in your lifestyle change. Quality nutrition is just as vital as the exercise techniques you will learn (Exercise is the spark. Nutrition is the fuel. Without both, there can be no flame – no results). In order to maintain a lifetime change of health, a protein-plus, low-fat and moderate carbohydrate diet (low GI carbohydrates which are slow – releasing) is very important. PROTEIN   Protein is important for muscle development and repair from damage. Protein – rich foods will keep you feeling fuller which helps with weight … [Read more...]

Exercise For A Healthy Heart

Participating in any type of regular physical activity that gets your heart beating faster will strengthen the heart muscle and help lower the risk of heart disease and stroke, lower blood pressure, relieve stress and reduce the chance of depression. A stronger heart means the blood is pumped more efficiently through the body which also helps increase the “good” cholesterol levels ( HDL) and lower the “bad” cholesterol levels (LDL). There are many other positive benefits from exercising as well: Strengthen your cardiovascular system. Improve your circulation and help your body use … [Read more...]

Goal Setting and Developing Healthy Habits for the New Year

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When embarking on a healthy lifestyle change, it is very importance to have a set of goals in place. The purpose of goal setting is simple: to ensure clarity of vision. Clarity of vision is a key to any process as it enables those involved to behave in an efficient and effective manner. If our mission is unclear we run the risk of being distracted, procrastinating, or quitting half way through. However, if a goal is set, we know what we are doing, where we are headed, and why we are putting forth the effort. It is critical for goals to be achievable. Many of the goals that we set for … [Read more...]

It’s Time to Get American Families Healthy!

eFitFamily.com has officially launched! I want to personally welcome you to eFitFamily.com and hope that you will enjoy reading through all the great information we are looking forward to sharing with you. Our team of contributors consists of top physicians, fitness professionals, dietitians, mental health coaches, and medical professionals who are all dedicated to helping you and your family live healthier lives. Look no further for health and fitness information – the eFitFamily.com content is information you can TRUST! Our mission at eFitFamily.com is simple… “To stamp out … [Read more...]