To Sara: “I work out 7 days a week and my weight loss progress has come to a hault. I’m frustrated that I’m no longer getting results and am not sure what to do different. I do 40 min. of cardio 7 X per week + lift light weights 4 X per week.” From Sara: …
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To Sara: “What yoga posture will tone my inner and outer thighs?” From Sara: “There are many yoga postures that tone and define the thighs. One of my personal favorites is the “yogi squat”. To do the yogi squat place your feet approximately 3 1/2 to 4 feet apart toes slightly turned out. Bend your …
To Sara: “Is it true that yoga can give you great arms?” From Sara: “Yoga is awesome for defining, toning and lengthening every muscle! Assuming you practice yoga regularly it certainly contributes to great definition for the arms. A common joke between yoga practitioners is you know if someone has been practicing a lot because you’ll have “chattarunga arms”. …
To Sara: “I’ve heard that eating hi-fiber cereal can help you lose weight. Is that true? If so, what brand do you recommend?” From Sara: “Eating hi-fiber foods will help you stay satisfied/fuller longer. There are many hi-fiber foods you can eat in addition to certain cereals such as nuts, legumes, and veggies. I do …
To Sara: “I want to lose about 15 lbs. I’ve already lost 20, but I can’t seem to budge the last 15. I currently do some form of cardio–walking, jogging 5 times per week for 40 min.. How much more should I exercise to lose the last 15?” From Sara: “Congrats on your initial weight …
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Many people have asked me whether they should cut out carbs if they want to lose weight. My answer is to cut down on portion size, but not necessarily carbs. Carbs include “complex carbs” such as veggies, fruit, breads, pastas, and cereals which give us the energy we need to function at our best. Carbs also include …
Review of Sara Holliday’s Postnatal Total Body Toning: “WOW! This video really packs a lot into 30 minutes! It is a fast paced mix of cardio and kickboxing moves, rounded out with yoga and stretching. I loved this workout!! It made me sweat, got my heartrate up, and I could really feel it in my …
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Most people think it’s time to drink water when they are feeling thirsty, but did you know that when you’re thirsty it means you’re already dehydrated? Staying hydrated is one of my top tips to losing weight and staying healthy. When you’re hydrated you won’t mistake hunger for thirst. Plus staying hydrated will keep fatigue …
Yes it’s true, “The more you do the more your body will crave it”. Exercise that is!! It typically takes about 2 weeks of consistent exercise for your body to crave feel good hormones “endorphins” which exercise produces. Exercise if done consistently can become a habit….and this is a great habit to have! So step …
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To Sara: “What is better to do to burn the most calories, a fast paced walk or jog?” From Sara: “If you jog or walk a fast paced mile, the jog will burn more calories. However, I personally prefer the fast paced walk because it puts less impact on your body. You can burn the same …
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