Archive for August, 2008

P&S: How to deal with the massive amount of conflicting advice!

PROBLEM: Lynn C of the Hungry Little Caterpillar, asks about the massive amount of conflicting advice. For example: Drink water, but don’t do it from plastic bottles, or these types of plastic cups, and not out of the tap because it could have drugs in it. You don’t need water because it doesn’t do anything [...]

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Fitness for Moms Carnival, 13th edition, August 2008

Welcome to the Fitness for Moms August Carnival which provides quality articles from around the blogosphere to encourage and enlighten in health and nutrition. Do you have an article that you would like to share with moms on a fitness journey? At the end of the carnival, submit your post for the September Carnival. The [...]

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It's Time for Goal Call Monday

What is your goal in health, diet or exercise this week? Goal Call Monday is your opportunity to be focused, accountable, and motivated to make your goal a success. This week’s winner is…Shana. Your special reward is a White Tea and Ginger Body Cream from Bath & Body Works (8 oz). Congratulations. Ready to Share? [...]

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Do you know how many calories your body needs?

Food is your fuel and friend. When you decide to face the food challenge for a healthy lifestyle, knowing which choices to make based on need over want is overwhelming. The science of nutrition is tricky because everyone is unique; however, the body requires a certain amount of fuel (calories). The individual mental and emotional [...]

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P&S: How to Get Rid of Mommy Tummy?

PROBLEM: Feener, from MommyVents, asks, “My middle–How do I get rid of my mommy tummy?” & SOLUTION: Getting rid of Mommy Tummy requires a three prong approach–mental focus, proper exercise technique of the core, and improving nutrition. Dear Feener, You’re echoing the number one concern moms express after pregnancy. Our tummy is evidence of our [...]

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