Carl's Blog
"Drink water!"
We've all heard it a thousand times, from parents/teachers/fitness experts, etc. Even though we're constantly reminded, around 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated.Â
The big question is, why is it such a big deal to stay hydrated?
Our bodies are made up of 50-70% water. Ever...
"Healthy" doesn't have to mean you look like the model or bodybuilder you saw on Instagram.
Being healthy is a very personal experience that is different for everyone. For the 20 year-old playing college sports, healthy means running a 4.5 40-yard dash and squatting 500lbs.
For the father with a f...
The best way to get into those skinny jeans is not what you think.
It’s not the fad diet or weight loss pills, full of gimmicky marketing before/after pictures, that will give you lasting change.   It starves your body of the nutrients it needs, leaving you malnourished.Â
And I recently saw an ad ...
We are excited to announce our 1st Ever Bring A Friend Event!
Help your firend discover a revolutionary way not only to look good but feel good and create a quality of life that they can enjoy for decades to come. Â
We would like to cordially invite your friend to join us starting the week of Febr...
Ingredients
1/2 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 pound lean ground turkey
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 oz tomato sauce
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon ground chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 oz mild gr...
It shouldn't take reaching that ultimate milestone to be proud of yourself.
Instead, be proud of all the little steps to get there like completing a workout, losing a pound, or having consecutive healthy meals.
Keep stacking little wins and they'll quickly become big ones!
Having a positive or negative mindset doesn't just affect your mood!
Studies have shown that optimistic adults have a 38% lower chance of heart disease or stroke-related deaths than those with pessimistic attitudes.
So if you want to maintain a healthy heart, just think positive!
If you're struggling with carpal tunnel, these exercises should help to relieve pain and strengthen the surrounging musculature to take pressure off the affected nerve.
However, it's often not enough to resolve the problem. The most effective treatmnet for carpal tunnel syndrome is to follow a regu...
We've all had times when it feels like everything is happening at once and there's no way we can catch up. When life is easy, staying present isn't an issue. When life gets tough, that's a different story. So how do you stay on top of your mental health in those tough times? One extremely useful too...
27g Protein and 227 calories/serving make this Chicken Saltimbocca recipe a must-try!
Directions:
Total: 35 min
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 20 min
Yield: 6 servings
6 (3-ounce) chicken cutlets, pounded to evenly
flatten
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 paper-thin slices prosciutto
1 (10-ounce) box frozen chopp...
If you're on a journey to lose weight, odds are you don't look forward to checking in on the scale. In today's fitness world, the number on that scale has become the sole determinant of health. However, that's just not the case.Â
First off, yes the scale is important. Ultimately, your weight and bo...
Sure, looking good is the one aspect of exercising most people know of. However, most people exercise not just because of the number on the scale but because of the confidence, mood, energy, and functionality they've gained and want to continue to build upon.