. Which body-weight routine blasts more calories?

• One hour of yoga45 minutes of Pilates

2. Which exercise toasts the most calories?

• 30 minutes of jogging 30 minutes of walking on an incline

3. Which low-impact activity zaps calories faster?

• 45 minutes of ZumbaOne hour on an elliptical trainer

"After conditioning with you privately for 6 months, I was able to surpass my teammates on the fitness tests at the soccer tryouts!" Hannah

"I have thoroughly enjoyed the early morning Reformer class. After 1 year, I am 30 pounds lighter, and much more fit... I am happy I found you!" Kate Sweeney

Here's my horoscope for today:

"Let the energy of the day pull you along.  Welcome change and initiate what you want to see unfold.  It's a 'take-charge' kind of a day, so don't waffle or let someone else take over.  Show your strengths and improve your weaknesses."

Cheers to that on this cold and dreary day!!
 

It's almost Halloween…and I am sure when you stop at the grocery store you will see all sorts of "sugary" foods.  The most outrageous are the "peeps" of marshmallow drenched in oil and coated with sugar.  You may find this afternoons where you feel like a little sugar would not be so bad, right?  To get you through the day?  Here's some reasons why NOT to take a handful of candy corn.

According to the book, Super Immunity, "The key to obtaining incredible health is to eat more fruits and vegetables, nuts, seeds, beans, and other nutrient-rich foods.  Consuming these nutrients in their raw form will give the maximum benefit."

What does this mean?

to do list:

1.  Eat a large salad every day

2.  Buy some raw nuts and seeds~stick 'em in your glove compartment, stash some in your desk at work…have good stuff accessible 

3.  Eat green vegetables every day, raw or cooked~add some in to soups, or stews

not to do list:

Check out this article about Pilates….it says it all

http://www.movenourishbelieve.com/move/5-things-pilates-newbies-kn

I don't know about you…but I have heard a lot about organic foods, and why they are better…but then I look at the prices in the grocery stores and wonder, "Is it really worth it?!"  "Can I start now, and will it make a difference?"

Here are some foods that have the highest pesticides…always buy "organic:"

* celery, peaches, strawberries, apples, blueberries, nectarines, bell peppers, spinach, kale, cherries, potatoes, grapes.

click here to view "The Ten Foods To Avoid and Why."

http://www.mercola.com/infographics/10-banned-foods.htm

In the fitness industry right now, "fascia" is the latest buzzword….but watch out, it's could be here to stay!
Fascia is defined as:  A sheet or band of fibrous connective tissue enveloping, separating, or binding together organs and other soft structures of the body.
"Fascia" is multi-layered, and a whole network of connective tissue surrounding individual elements of the body…including organs, muscles, nerves, and blood vessels.  In essence, fascia assists with turning muscle contraction into coordinated movements with minimal wear and tear on your joints.  Research shows that breaking up the tight connective tissue~fascia~surrounding your muscles and joints will help you to move more freely.