X Factor Running Group

By Michael on May 11th, 2010

The X Factor Running Group meets on Tuesday and Friday mornings with homework assignments to work on throughout the week. The homework consists of cross-training days of biking or swimming with a run/walk day thrown in the middle of rest days. The group was started to help people that have never run for any length [...]

Fluid Intake and Hydration vs. Dehydration

By Matt Trudo on May 4th, 2010

As temperatures get heated, so does the debate over sports drinks vs. water. Choosing the right drink is crucial to preventing the harmful effects of dehydration. Research shows that when exercising in hot and humid conditions you can become dehydrated in just 30 minutes! In fact, as little as 1% dehydration – only 1.3 lb. [...]

Our Favorite Breakfast Ideas

By Carol Nave on April 27th, 2010

Mom hit the nail on the head when she told me that breakfast is the most important meal of the day.  In fact, I remember when I was about 14 and decided I needed to lose some weight, I wanted to start skipping breakfast to save calories.  But mom’s position was that I could not [...]

A Fitness Professional’s Countdown to 50: Staying Happy and Healthy in Midlife

By Carol Nave on April 27th, 2010

Day 2 There is not a day that goes by that I don’t think “man, am I getting old!”  It always has a negative spin when I think it, which isn’t really a good thing.  I am trying to send myself better messages – things like, “but you’re fit for your age” or “50 is [...]

Eating Out – Healthy Eating in Houston

By Carol Nave on April 27th, 2010

Matt and Carol’s restaurant choices that won’t blow the meal plan Do you like Tex-Mex?  Check out Molina’s on the corner of Shepherd and Washington.  They have a fabulous grilled redfish served with veggies and mango salsa.  Yum!  There’s also a great grilled chicken plate with pico de gallo, veggies, and sliced tomato.  It’s one [...]