This article gives you 14 tips to keep you safe and comfortable while exercising outdoors in winter.

And some more tips – these help you remain focused on your fitness and weight loss goals, even if getting to the gym to workout is a problem. In fact, these tips would be helpful in any season!

Want some different ideas for winter workouts – both inside and out? See which of these sound like they would work for you.

Stay safe during outdoor winter workouts with these suggestions.

What should you eat and drink to fuel your winter workouts? Read this article for suggestions.

Any suggestions to add to these? How do you adapt you workouts to the winter weather?

When trying to set your weight loss goals for 2012, you might want to start with things you should not resolve to do. Here’s a list to consider.

Here are some tips to help you set – and stick to – health and fitness goals. Also included are ways to eat a more plant-based diet without going completely vegetarian. Read through these and see which ones can help you.

Here’s a look at the top fitness trends for 2012. Developed from a world-wide survey conducted by the American College of Sports Medicine, see which of these trends would help you in your fitness efforts next year.

Effective weight loss, and weight maintenance, requires knowing how many calories you are taking in. Here’s a link to a calorie counter to help you keep track. And don’t try to remember it in your head – get a pen and paper and write it down.

Need help with your weight loss efforts? Maybe the BioMetrics system would work for you. Want assistance with you fitness goals? One of our personal trainers would be happy to help you set a workable plan. Give us a call at 901-684-1607 and we’ll get you started.

Here’s to great health and fitness in 2012!

Let’s make this year different! There is half of December left, and it is not too late to make some positive changes to keep extra pounds off while still enjoying a few special treats. Here’s some things to try:

—Before going to a party, have a healthy snack (such as some veggies, fresh fruit, a small salad or small bowl of oatmeal) and a glass of water to prevent arriving hungry.

—Use smaller plates, bowls and glasses if you have the option. If only large plates are available, don’t believe you have to fill every inch of it. Leave space between food, and if you must fill in, do so with veggies or fruit.

—If food is served buffet style, stay away from the tables. Put food on your plate, and walk away. If you are talking to someone who keeps heading for the table, suggest going to another room to avoid the temptation.

—To avoid constantly picking up food, keep your hands full. A drink in one hand and a napkin in the other make it harder to constantly pop something in your mouth.

—Enjoy one bite of a few foods you don’t normally eat. The holidays are not meant to be about deprivation, so really savor those bites.

—The same goes for dessert – don’t feel you have to skip it. Instead, have a few bites of a couple of favorites, and really enjoy them.

—Go for a walk before or after sitting down for a big meal. Fresh air and some exercise with family and friends can become as much of the holiday tradition as Aunt Mary’s cheesecake.

Remember, the most important tip of all – you have to actually CHOOSE to put these suggestions into action. Every time to go to a party,or sit down for a holiday meal with your family, make the choice to follow the tips above.

Judging by my waistline and party schedule this weekend, I’d better put these into practice myself!

Here’s a way to help your weight loss efforts - quick and lighter versions of some take-out favorites 

Looking for something healthy to snack on? Here’s three seeds that may help with longevity. 

Tending to your emotional wellness is a healthy habit to develop. Here’s some thoughts on how to view, and achieve, happiness.  

Want to improve your overall fitness and appearance? Try strength training. It’s not all about bodybuilding, and we can help you work it into your fitness plan.

Eat more and weigh less.  Will this really help you lose weight? It does if you eat foods that fill you up without adding a large amount of calories.