Nutrition & Weight Loss

I think we all have a food weakness, or maybe two. Mine are french fries. I’ve loved them since I was a kid. Hot, greasy and salty. Totally satisfying to my taste buds. If they weren’t so unhealthy – it takes me about an hour of intense exercise to burn off one large serving – I’d […]READ MORE

I think we all have a food weakness, or maybe two. Mine are french fries. I’ve loved them since I was a kid. Hot, greasy and salty. Totally satisfying to my taste buds. If they weren’t so unhealthy – it takes me about an hour of intense exercise to burn off one large serving – […]READ MORE

You lose 8-10% of your muscle every 10 years after you turn 40. Protein is used in the building and repair of muscle. Good sources of protein are: lean meat, fish, poultry, dairy products, beans, legumes, tofu, nuts and peanut butter. One tip for getting your fruit servings in with your protein is to mix […]READ MORE

Summer shouldn’t just be for the kids! Make this summer YOUR summer and let Bon Secours In Motion Sports Performance help you feel better about the shape you are in. Our certified athletic trainers and strength and conditioning coaches will tailor a plan specifically for you. They’ll keep you motivated to achieve your personal fitness […]READ MORE

Figuring out what to serve for dinner – and how much – just got a lot easier thanks to federal government officials and First Lady Michelle Obama. They unveiled this week the government’s new food icon, MyPlate, to help Americans make healthier food choices. It comes at a critical time. About two-thirds of the adult […]READ MORE

Figuring out what to serve for dinner – and how much – just got a lot easier thanks to federal government officials and First Lady Michelle Obama. They unveiled this week the government’s new food icon, MyPlate, to help Americans make healthier food choices. It comes at a critical time. About two-thirds of the adult […]READ MORE

I absolutely love teaching Zumba. The Latin-inspired dance workout is not for everybody. But for me, it’s been the easiest way to lose weight because I never get bored of working out. A significant part of it is the music. I like to play it loud and use different tempos to control the pace of […]READ MORE

When it comes to getting fit and healthy most people find it easier to get moving than to change their eating habits. Making the switch to a diet rich in healthy fresh vegetables and salads can feel like a big undertaking when you’re accustomed to a steak entree. If you’re just starting out here are […]READ MORE

I absolutely love teaching Zumba. The Latin-inspired dance workout is not for everybody. But for me, it’s been the easiest way to lose weight because I never get bored of working out. A significant part of it is the music. I like to turn up the volume and use different tempos to vary the pace of […]READ MORE

To get your recommended amount of calcium make sure to drink two to three 8 ounce glasses of milk per day; include yogurt, puddings, and use vitamin D-fortified margarine instead of butter. Men and women over the age of 50 need at least 1,200 mg per day. Best to get through foods and if needed […]READ MORE