It’s important to remember that all the fun traditional beverages served around this time of year aren’t simply calorie, fat, or sugar-free. For example, a Grande Peppermint Mocha from Starbucks […]

Did you miss getting your sample of my healthy chocolate brownie in the lobby last week? Don’t worry! Here’s the recipe so you can try it on your own. They […]

Trainer Tip by: Coach Michael Supersetting is when you rotate between 2 or more exercises. For example, if my superset was with squats, jumping jacks, and pushups, I would do […]

We are officially in the thick of the winter holidays. We’ve had Halloween, Thanksgiving, probably some birthdays, and are now headed into December holidays!  Even though there are so many […]

Trainer Tip by: Coach Michael Bracing the core is an extremely important part of any exercise. This ensures that your core is strong and not bending or moving in a […]

Beat the crowd Every year, people around the world make New Year’s resolutions to improve the quality of their lives. Many have a goal to work out, lose weight, eat […]

Thanksgiving tips: If you celebrate Thanksgiving, consider these tips to keep the holiday a healthy one!   Eat breakfast. As a Dietitian I don’t recommend not eating until the big meal […]

Just because the temperature is dropping doesn’t mean we need to stop exercising outside. When participating in physical activity in the cold, avoid skin contact with the environment, wear the […]

There is a lot of confusion as to what’s the best way to make your morning oatmeal. Are the instant packets really healthy? Which one should I choose? Do I […]

Cuban Press: Top of the line Shoulder Work This is a difficult exercise to strengthen your upper back, rotator cuff, and chest muscles. Starting with a chest-supported motion on the […]

Seeing a “Pure Cane Sugar” packet, and a “Sugar in the Raw, Turbinado Cane Sugar” packet can be confusing. They are different colored packets (white and brown), and it seems […]

Have you ever wondered which small, colored packet you should add to your coffee and what the difference is anyway? The white packets are table sugar, they pack in extra […]

Carle Health & Fitness Center Executive Director Catherine Porter has been named a 2021 YWCA Woman of Distinction. Catherine is the recipient of the 2021 Community Leadership Award. The Harriett […]

October is the month where there seems to be Halloween candy everywhere you turn. While a little bit can fit into a healthy diet, you’d be surprised to know how […]

Besides pumpkins, apples are also popular fruits around this time of the year. All varieties of apples are good sources of Vitamin C, an important nutrient for a strong immune […]

5 Ways to Pumpkin: White Bean Soup Fall is a great time to implement creativity to your usual routines. One such way is mixing up the foods you use! Challenging […]

Did you know that exercise also plays a strong role in lowering your cancer risk?  Taking part in physical activity is one of the most important things that you can […]

Make sure you pull your elbows in tight towards the body when doing lat pull downs. This will help you work more muscles in your back when doing this exercise. […]

It’s fun to mix up nutrition throughout the seasons. Pumpkin is a great source of Beta-Carotene, which is an antioxidant that reduces the risk of developing certain cancers and protects […]

Many people think white potatoes are void of nutrition while sweet potatoes are chalked full. Both types of potatoes are actually very similar in terms of calories, carbohydrates, fiber, protein, […]

Seated Piriformis Stretch The seated Piriformis stretch targets not only the piriformis, but also the glutes and hips. In order to perform this stretch, sit with a neutral spine on […]

It’s a good rule of thumb to strive for 5 servings of fruits and vegetables a day. Typically, that means 3 cups of veggies and 2 cups of fruit. This […]

When you get on the Bosu ball make sure you are near a stable surface. When performing the heel-to-toe exercise you will shift your weight from the back of your […]

This exercise will help pull your shoulders back if you have a problem with rounded shoulders. Pull the handles back toward your forehead until your hands are in front of […]

Fun food fact: You might think that white potatoes are nothing but unhealthy calories, but did you know they actually provide a lot of nutrition? Potatoes are packed with fiber, […]

Try this amazing smoothie for a burst of antioxidants and a burst of flavor! Ingredients: -1/2 Carton Banana Premier Protein Shake (individually packaged) -1/2 C. Milk -1/4 C. Orange Juice […]

Do you have kids you’re packing school lunches for? Here are some healthy ways to vary it up, keep it appetizing, and continue nourishing those little bodies. Peanut butter and […]

Here are 3 simple and easy band exercises to help with shoulder strength and stability.  Banded Press and Stretch: Grab the band at shoulder width while your elbows are tucked […]

Movement Purpose: These movements help to open up the chest muscles and shoulders. They activate and prime the body by increasing mobility and blood flow to the upper body. These movements […]

Omega 3 fatty acids provide anti-inflammatory, cholesterol-lowering, and mental acuity-improving properties. There are three types that are all necessary in the diet: EPA (found in fatty fish like salmon) DHA […]