Fitness Goals in 2014
Another year commences and with that comes new goals for many. Whether these goals are personal, professional, or fitness related, most of us have something that we want to work toward. Having realistic and obtainable goals is a very healthy part of life and we encourage you to continually strive for excellence here at the […]
Staying Healthy Over The Holidays
The holiday season is upon us and you know what that means! Holiday parties, food and booze! We want to encourage you to take part in the festivities, and we have some tips and recipes to share with you to make the holiday season a little less taxing on your body. This time of year […]
Healthy Meal Delivery Services For Gym Members
Our nutrition challenge has come to an end – just in time for the holidays! Congratulations to all who kept consistent for the past month. We’ve shared some beautiful photos and learned a few new exciting recipes too. Hopefully, the experience has helped to develop some new positive habits and create awareness of daily food […]
Eat Nuts!
Eating nuts and seeds regularly has shown to improve heart health. We’ve discussed previously that our bodies need good fats. Nuts contain mono and poly-saturated fats that provide benefits to the heart in addition to Vitamin E, and plant sterols. Replacing snacks like crackers, cookies and chips with nuts will help improve cholesterol, plus fat […]
Soy: Friend or Foe?
I recently posted about protein and the important role it plays in the human body. We took a look at non meat protein sources and I mentioned that I was not going to include soy in that list. Let’s take a look at the pros and cons of soy, and I will let you be […]
Eat Fat Get Fit
Why is the word ‘fat’ when used in its setting of being an essential macronutrient, so frightening to people? Of course from a physique stand point no one wants to be “fat” per say, but the foods that contain good healthy fats do not lead to weight gain or poor health. So many low fat […]
Which Vegetables Should Be Cooked For Optimal Health?
We know we’re supposed to eat our vegetables. They provide us with many vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, and fiber which are all essential to our health. Interestingly enough, some sorts of produce have higher nutrient counts when cooked. The process of cooking softens the fibrous exteriors which in some cases releases more nutrients and boosts […]
Women in Weights – Alicia Talks About Her Favorite Training Method
Hey everyone, it’s Alicia here! Just wanted to chat with you about iron for a bit. Whether it’s in a consultation or a casual conversation outside of the gym, when I ask females what their goals are, the common consensus is that they want to be lean and toned, and most add that they’d like […]
What do Personal Trainers Eat for Breakfast?
Have you ever wondered how your personal trainer starts their day? Let’s take a look inside the world of the KFS training team and learn about what everyone eats for breakfast. Sean typically starts his day with steel cut oats, low fat Greek yogurt, cinnamon, craisins, and some sunflower seeds or ground walnuts to […]