Certified Fitness Trainer Explains | Chrononutrition: Timing Your Meals for Optimal Health

Mar 24, 2025 by Stephany Acosta

In the quest for better health, we often focus on what we eat—counting calories, macronutrients, and vitamins. But what if when we eat, is it just as important as the food itself?

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Certified Fitness Trainer Explains | Six Scientific Ways To Boost Circulation

Mar 10, 2025 by Stephany Acosta

The significance of maintaining robust circulation cannot be overstated in the quest for optimal health. Circulation, the body's ability to send blood to muscles, organs, and the brain, is fundamental for physical vitality and mental acuity.

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Certified Fitness Trainer Explains | How Visual Cues Influence What (and How Much) We Eat

Feb 24, 2025 by Stephany Acosta

Have you ever noticed how seeing a beautifully plated dish makes you hungrier, even if you weren’t thinking about food a moment ago? Or how does eating from a larger bowl seem to make your portion vanish faster?

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Certified Fitness Trainer Explains Understanding Hunger vs. Cravings

Feb 10, 2025 by Stephany Acosta

In a world where food is readily available, learning to distinguish between genuine hunger and cravings can help us build a healthier relationship with eating. While hunger reflects the body’s need for nourishment, cravings often stem from emotional, environmental, or psychological triggers.

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Certified Fitness Trainer Explains | How to Stick to Your New Year Fitness Resolutions

Jan 23, 2025 by Stephany Acosta

New Year’s fitness resolutions are often easy to make but difficult to maintain. As weeks pass and everyday life becomes busier, the excitement of your initial commitment can fade, and workouts can slide down the priority list. For many, the solution lies in building a morning workout routine that becomes as integral as brushing your teeth—something done automatically, without debate.

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Certified Fitness Trainer Explains How to Return to Training After a Break

Jan 13, 2025 by Stephany Acosta

Starting back at the gym after some time off can be both exciting and a little daunting.

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Certified Fitness Trainer Explains How to Start Your Year Strong: The SORT Principles for Success

Dec 30, 2024 by Stephany Acosta

As the New Year begins, it’s time to set bold goals, dream big, and make changes that transform your life. Success isn’t accidental—it’s intentional.

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Certified Fitness Trainer Explains | How to Set Up Your Next Year for Success: 4 Tips and Habits to Focus On

Dec 16, 2024 by Stephany Acosta

As one year winds down, it’s the perfect time to reflect, reset, and design a plan to make the next year your most successful yet. Success doesn’t happen by accident—it’s a result of consistent habits, focused effort, and becoming the person who follows through on their goals.

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Certified Fitness Trainer Explains | 5 Tips to Stay Fit This Holiday Season

Nov 29, 2024 by Stephany Acosta

The holiday season has started, bringing with it delicious feasts, festive gatherings, and the potential for weight gain. With the right strategies, however, you can get fit and feel great during the holidays.

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Certified Fitness Trainer Explains | Motivation vs. Discipline: How To Work Out Consistently

Nov 22, 2024 by Stephany Acosta

Motivation gets you out of bed, but discipline gets you out of bed without hesitation. This simple statement captures the essence of how motivation and discipline work together, especially when it comes to fitness.

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Certified Fitness Trainer Explains | 9 Ways to Maintain Your Workout Momentum Through Fall

Oct 30, 2024 by Stephany Acosta

As the temperatures drop and the days get shorter, trading your workout gear for a cozy blanket and a warm drink can be tempting. However, fall is a great time to stay active and maintain your fitness routine. T

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Certified Fitness Trainer Explains | Can You Build Muscle in a Calorie Deficit or Lose Fat in a Caloric Surplus?

Oct 14, 2024 by Stephany Acosta

The idea that you need a caloric surplus to build muscle or a caloric deficit to lose fat is a widespread belief in the fitness community. While there’s some truth to this, the reality is more complex.

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