The Health And Fitness Equation
One of my nephews recently started learning his multiplication tables in school. He has this little game where a problem is presented and he has to select the answer he thinks is correct. I watched him one day and started thinking about how simple basic math is. I mean, 2 x 2 will always equal…
3 Free Tips To Reduce Stomach Fat
Increased stomach fat is the new normal in America today. We eat more than ever before and it clearly shows in our pant and belt sizes. Because of this, everyone wants to know is how they can reduce their stomach fat. There are countless products out on the market now, dedicated to helping you do this…
How Under-Eating Can Prevent You From Losing Weight
Most of clients I see at Tidewater Fitness come in looking to lose weight, become leaner, drop a few clothing sizes, have more energy, and feel better. Nutrition plays a huge role in these goals, obviously. One of the major services I provide is habit-based nutrition coaching. This has proven to be the most successful way…
The Myth Of Spot Reduction
You may have read that title and thought to yourself, “What the heck is spot reduction?”! It sounds like something very complicated, but the truth is, it’s a common question within the fitness industry. Spot reduction means reducing body fat at a specific body part by using exercises that train that specific body part. If that…
A Simple Way To Eat More Vegetables Throughout The Day
There’s no debating the importance of eating more vegetables throughout the day. I’ve mentioned the primary benefits of vegetables several times on this site before. They are loaded with fiber, contain important vitamins and minerals, and are low in calories. Research shows they also possess protective effects against cancer, coronary heart disease, stroke, and hypertension. Needless…
Eat These Foods To Stop Hunger Cravings
The main nutritional focus with any weight loss or fat loss goal is to eat less calories than you expend. While some would have you believe there’s more to it than that, it all comes down to calories. One of the main problems people face when eating less calories is hunger cravings. But this is…
Why Food Journaling Can Improve Weight Loss Results
Weight loss is one of the most sought after goals in America. Unfortunately, many struggle to find success. And if they do lose weight, it’s not as much as they were hoping for. Well, what if I told you though just by doing one thing, you could double your results. You could lose twice as…
Do You Need To “Earn Your Carbohydrates”?
The health and wellness industry is expected to be worth 1 trillion dollars by 2017. Yes, you read that right. 1 trillion dollars! This industry is home to categories like fitness, nutrition, supplements, clothing, and wearable tech. The market has a huge reach, not only in America, but around the world too. And within any…
5-Minute, High-Protein Breakfast Meals That Are Actually Healthy
In all my experience when working with clients, the one meal that’s always hardest to conquer is breakfast. Most morning meals are loaded down with carbohydrates (pancakes and french toast anyone?) and hardly any protein to boot. This does little to satisfy your hunger, as many will find themselves reaching for a snack an hour…
Are Low-Carb Diets For Everyone?
In a world of fads, low-carb diets are very popular right now. Most know that cutting back on carbohydrates typically leads to weight loss. But are these type of diets for everyone? Though we may want to believe so, the answer is no. Decreasing carbohydrates for too long can have long term consequences on your…