Harper & Cook Nutrition & Fitness

03/11/2026

Did you know that severely restricting carbs could slow down your metabolism, increase storage of fat, and make your body break down muscle tissue ?

Every macronutrient has a role to play in the balanced diet we should all strive to have.

There is no need to cut out entire food groups to meet your goals! It is more important that you pick the right kind of carbohydrates; focus on complex carbs that have more fiber like whole fruits, vegetables, grains and beans.

02/19/2026

If you could only focus on one thing this week to improve your weight loss efforts I’d suggest taking 5 seconds to look at your nutrition labels. Sometimes it is as easy as being mindful of portion sizes! Questions? Let us know in the comments!

02/13/2026

The season of love is the perfect time to remember that taking care of your heart is an act of self-love ♥️ Remember to nourish the organ that keeps you going!
Foods like berries, nuts, salmon, legumes, and colorful fruits & veggies help support heart health by providing fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants ✨

Small, consistent choices = big long-term benefits 💕💪🏼

02/13/2026

02/04/2026

💝 LLEGÓ EL MES DEL AMOR Y LA AMISTAD💝
Y queremos celebrarlo con todos ustedes de la mejor manera: amándote a ti mismo y cuidando tu salud.

“POR AMOR A MI CUERPO”
¿Sabías que 7 de cada 10 personas en el RGV enfrentan una crisis de obesidad?

Platicaremos de cómo puedes expresar tu amor por medio de la salud hacia ti mismo, tu pareja y tus seres queridos 😍 habrá premios, consejos prácticos sobre cómo cuidar tu salud de manera realista y amorosa y oportunidad de hacer esas preguntas a expertos en nutrición y ejercicio que tanto has querido.

✨ Porque cuidar tu salud, es también una forma de amarte. ✨
Este sera tu espacio seguro para aprender, motivarte y conectar con una comunidad que se preocupa por ti.

📍 Lugar: Wyndham Garden McAllen at La Plaza Mall 1921 S. 10th St, McAllen TX 78503
📅 Fecha: Jueves 12 de Febrero
🕕 Hora: 6:00 PM
📱 ¿No puedes asistir?
💖 Este febrero, regálate el amor que mereces.
👉 ¡Los esperamos con los brazos abiertos!

01/30/2026

In the spirit of Valentine’s Day 😝… bring your gym bro or gym sis to try our antro gym 🪩 💪 remember friends or bromances that workout together stay together 🙂‍↕️🙌

01/22/2026

Some of our grocery staples from Sam’s Club & HEB 🛒

01/14/2026

One of our favorite meal hacks! ‼️👆🤩
Scroll to see the differences! Our version allows us to indulge our craving while staying on track with our health goals 💪 ingredients are available at HEB

Tips to keep the macros similar when shopping🛒
⭐️ Make sure your toast is 150 calories and under 7g of fat
⭐️ Make sure the Realgood Foods chicken bag says 2g of fat per serving (they have different products)
⭐️ Make sure your fries are 110 calories per serving and under 3.5 g of fat

To be honest the plate is huge in real life you can definitely split with a friend or significant other ☺️

What other fast food options should we “healthify”? 🤔 Let us know!

01/07/2026

Did you know your health insurance may cover your Harper Cook gym membership?
We currently accept members enrolled with American Specialty Health, Renew Active and One Pass.
We look forward to being a part of your health and wellness team!

📞 (956)627-4003
📍2803 E. Griffin Pkwy
Mission, TX 78572

01/06/2026

Fruit is a healthy snack that’s easy to incorporate into your existing meal plan or if you’re looking to start making more health-conscious choices. Here are a few reasons why we love fruit as a snack option:
🍓Naturally nutritious!
-Fruit provides vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that support energy, immunity, and overall health.
🍓High in fiber for fullness!
-The fiber in fruit helps keep you satisfied between meals and supports healthy digestion.
🍓Naturally sweet with no added sugar!
-Fruit satisfies sweet cravings while offering hydration and nutrients.
🍓Low calorie option!
-1 cup has 3g of fiber & only 50 calories!

01/02/2026

In all seriousness, we hope you enjoyed your holidays please don’t worry about a thing, it’s all just data for us to better help you get back on track 🤓

12/30/2025

Our office and gym will both be closed tomorrow, Dec. 31st. We will be back and ready to serve you on Thursday, January 1st at our regular business hours!
Have a safe New Year’s Eve! 🎇