by Amber O'Neal | Aug 2, 2006 | Atlanta personal training, exercise, fitness, healthy lifestyle, weights, work out, working out, workout schedule
AppetizerSpend LESS than 1 hour lifting weights. Unless you are planning to compete in a bodybuilding or figure competition, you do not need to weight train for more than an hour at a time. After 45 -60 minutes of training weight training, the muscle building &...
by Amber O'Neal | Aug 1, 2006 | Atlanta dietitian, Atlanta personal training, Atlanta pilates, Atlanta prenatal workouts, Atlanta yoga, eating healthy, exercise, fitness, healthy lifestyle, wellness
As you know, Café Physique is a virtual café based on the More or Less Philosophy of healthy living which states that by integrating small changes into our daily lives, we (regular people) can realistically achieve our weight loss and fitness goals. These changes...
by Amber O'Neal | Jul 31, 2006 | Atlanta dietitian, eating healthy, hidden calories, Nutrition, nutritionist
Appetizer Eat LESS servings at each meal. Try this experiment for a week – or even just a day: Fix your plate as your normally would, but before you eat, take the time to determine how many servings of food you are taking in. You may be surprised to find out...
by Amber O'Neal | Jul 28, 2006 | Atlanta dietitian, Atlanta personal training, Atlanta pilates, Atlanta prenatal workouts, Atlanta yoga, healthy lifestyle, wellness
Appetizer Learn MORE about what kind of quitter you are. What’s the best way for you to change your unhealthy habits? If you don’t know, figure it out soon because it could be the most important step towards a healthier lifestyle. Main Course There are 2...
by Amber O'Neal | Jul 27, 2006 | Atlanta dietitian, Atlanta personal training, Atlanta pilates, Atlanta prenatal workouts, Atlanta yoga, eating healthy, healthy lifestyle
AppetizerBe LESS impatient. Now that you’ve incorporated resistance training into your fitness plan, you’re ready to see some immediate results. Well, don’t rush things; Take your time because improvements will come sooner than you think. Main...
by Amber O'Neal | Jul 26, 2006 | Atlanta dietitian, Atlanta personal training, Atlanta pilates, Atlanta prenatal workouts, Atlanta yoga, eating healthy, fitness, healthy lifestyle, wellness
AppetizerGet MORE lean. We all know that just focusing on what the scale says is not a good idea. The important thing is not how much you weigh but how lean you are, and the best way to get lean is to work out AND watch what you eat. Many of you are reading this and...
by Amber O'Neal | Jul 25, 2006 | Atlanta dietitian, Atlanta personal training, Atlanta pilates, Atlanta prenatal workouts, Atlanta yoga, healthy lifestyle, wellness
Appetizer Ask MORE questions. There’s no such thing as a dumb question. Well, that may not be entirely true, but one thing is for sure – The dumbest question of all is the one that doesn’t get asked. Don’t be embarassed that you don’t...
by Amber O'Neal | Jul 24, 2006 | Atlanta pilates, Atlanta yoga, fitness
Appetizer Do MORE yoga. There are many different aspects to the general term “yoga,” but what most of us think of when we hear the term is Hatha yoga. According to the Yoga Journal, Hatha yoga refers to a set of physical exercises (known as asanas or postures), and...
by Amber O'Neal | Jul 21, 2006 | Atlanta dietitian, eating healthy, healthy lifestyle, Nutrition, nutritionist
AppetizerBuy MORE fresh produce. While frozen veggies and canned fruits (in juice, not syrup) are healthy alternatives, nothing beats fresh produce when it comes to nutritional value and great taste. Main CourseHere are some tips from Evelyn Gezo, RD to keep your...
by Amber O'Neal | Jul 20, 2006 | Atlanta dietitian, eating healthy, Nutrition, nutritionist
Appetizer Eat MORE berries. According to ADA spokesperson, Lona Sandon, if you only do one thing this summer to improve your diet, you should have a cup of mixed fresh berries — blackberries, blueberries, or strawberries — every day. They’ll help you...
by Amber O'Neal | Jul 19, 2006 | Atlanta dietitian, eating healthy, empty calories, healthy lifestyle, hidden calories, Nutrition, nutritionist, weightloss, wellness
AppetizerHeart disease is the #1 killer of American adults. In an effort to combat this disease, you should buy MORE check marks. If you want to be a smart shopper, look for the heart check mark. It’s your sign of heart-healthy foods. Main CourseBy issuing its...
by Amber O'Neal | Jul 18, 2006 | Atlanta dietitian, eating out, empty calories, hidden calories, Nutrition, nutritionist
AppetizerEat LESS fried foods. If fried chicken, seafood or French fries are among your favorites, try to limit your intake and enjoy them in small amounts only on special occasions. Main CourseQ: How can you avoid fried foods when you’re eating out?A: Order grilled...
