by Amber O'Neal | Jun 13, 2012 | Cafe Physique Blog
Summer is in full swing, but it’s still not too late to shed those bothersome pounds that are standing between you and your favorite swimsuit. Here are 5 ways to re-motivate yourself to get in shape and have that summer body you were dreaming of back in March: Make a...
by Amber O'Neal | May 17, 2012 | Cafe Physique Blog
Eating is such a significant part of our daily lives, yet it’s so easy to be disconnected from it. In one moment, our plates are completely full, and in another, completely empty. What happened? We hardly tasted or consciously enjoyed even one bite. We can...
by Amber O'Neal | May 17, 2012 | Cafe Physique Blog
You diet. You exercise. So why aren’t you getting results? Weight loss often seems like a confusing and unattainable goal that ends up taking second place to “more important” things. Unfortunately, we are barraged with endless myths and incorrect outlooks on how...
by Amber O'Neal | May 17, 2012 | Cafe Physique Blog
I typically don’t go around quoting Bethenny Frankel or any other reality TV star, for that matter, but I have to admit that the girl knows her salads. A well-made salad can be an amazing staple in any healthy diet, so my ears perked up when she recently shared...
by Amber O'Neal | Dec 28, 2011 | Cafe Physique Blog
Just because our money doesn’t buy as many (recycled) bags of groceries as it used to doesn’t mean that we can’t still eat economically and healthfully. Record-high food prices and still-painful gas prices mean we just need to be smarter about the...
by Amber O'Neal | Nov 15, 2011 | Cafe Physique Blog
Even though the holiday season is a joyous time, a recent study found that nearly half of all women in the United States experience heightened stress during the holidays, and 41% of women use food to alleviate those stressful feelings. Unless you lean on effective...
by Amber O'Neal | Nov 1, 2011 | Cafe Physique Blog
The holiday season is a time that fills us with warmth, gratitude – and stress. We want to buy the perfect gifts, take time away from work to spend with family, and wow relatives with showstopping feasts. It’s a lot to pack into six weeks. Luckily, keeping...
by Amber O'Neal | Oct 15, 2011 | Cafe Physique Blog
Do you eat on a schedule, according to certain environmental cues, or when you’re actually hungry? If you find yourself frequently eating for reasons other than physical hunger, you’ve likely identified a culprit in your weight loss or weight maintenance...
by Amber O'Neal | Oct 1, 2011 | Cafe Physique Blog
Typically, when you’re traveling for a personal or family vacation, you have control over how you spend your free time. Business travel, on the other hand, can be very different because your schedule is usually not your own. Delayed flights, required meetings and long...
by Amber O'Neal | Feb 10, 2011 | Cafe Physique Blog
The American Heart Association sure knows what it’s talking about when it comes to lovin’ on your heart. Their tantalizing tips for Valentine’s Day prove, once again, that you don’t have to choose between health and happiness. Enjoy, My Love!...
by Amber O'Neal | Nov 2, 2010 | Cafe Physique Blog
Food is everywhere during the holiday season, making it tough to stick to your healthful eating and exercise habits. However, with a little attention and intention, you can make it through the holidays without losing track of your healthy lifestyle. Rather than focus...
by Amber O'Neal | Sep 2, 2010 | Cafe Physique Blog
There’s no secret to getting the abs you want. A significant chunk of people start working out because they hope to get those movie star-quality abs. Unfortunately, that’s often a lot harder than it sounds, so it’s a good idea to keep these basic tips in mind as...
by Amber O'Neal | Aug 1, 2010 | Cafe Physique Blog
Dietary supplements include vitamins and minerals, as well as herbs, botanicals and other substances. They are growing in popularity and number, but how do you know if you need them or which ones do what? Some supplements may help ensure that you get adequate amounts...
by Amber O'Neal | Jul 15, 2010 | Cafe Physique Blog
Although calories often get a bad rap, the truth of the matter is that we need calories to live. Calories are simply how we describe food energy – the energy your body needs to flourish. There are three factors that influence how many calories your body needs:...
by Amber O'Neal | Jul 1, 2010 | Cafe Physique Blog
The funny thing about resolutions, life goals, and other challenges people put to themselves when they think of the future is that one item usually sits at the front of the list: get into better shape. I don’t think this is an accident. It isn’t just that...
by Amber O'Neal | Jun 15, 2010 | Cafe Physique Blog
No one ever dreams of being “almost in shape,” so it’s no surprise that so many new clients come to us with goals of being super-fit, having six-pack abs, losing 20 pounds, and so on. And really, there’s nothing wrong with that… as long...
by Amber O'Neal | Jun 1, 2010 | Cafe Physique Blog
You don’t have to be a psychologist to realize that most people want to be in shape more than they want to get in shape. Put another way, it’s easy to decide you want to start working out and lose a few pounds, but it’s a lot harder to get up an hour...
by Amber O'Neal | May 1, 2010 | fitness
This is a question clients put to me all the time; unfortunately, it’s hard to answer. That’s because, even though I know they’re looking for a quick answer like “4 months” or “8 weeks,” the truth is it depends on a lot of...
