TeachFit

09/21/2011

Itching to get back into your Boot Camp routine? Jen is currently running classes with outside at Snap Fitness on Monday and Thursday at 6:30. They are open to the public and perfect for all fitness levels, beginner to advanced. Email her via Facebook if you are interested in getting involved

04/26/2011

Get the low-down of coffee and exercise. Long and short: in moderation, before a workout it can be helpful. But it's advised to avoid post workout...(yikes~) read on for more info

Warrior Diet Ori Hofmekler, a coffee enthusiast, discusses the benefits of drinking coffee and the health risks of caffeine.

04/18/2011

Jen will not be able to teach this Thursday due to a funeral. We will keep you updated on out make up class. Thanks for your understanding.

04/08/2011

Get ready for summer with 5-days of CLEAN EATING beginning THIS Monday. If you already have a plan feel free to join in (additional fee for fitness classes). New "Cleansers" cost is $50. Plan includes: 5-day meal plan & shopping list, support materials, daily email support and group fitness classes by Teach Fit: T & Th - 4:15 pm at ELC or Th at 5:30 pm at Good Shepherd on Hwy PD, Verona.

03/22/2011

Very passionate about this initiative! We MUST be good role models for our children!!

VWhite House Task Force on Childhood Obesity

03/15/2011

"Do or do not...there is no try." -Yoda

03/15/2011

Stop in at Snap Fitness of Mount Horeb Wednesday from 6-7 pm to hear guest speaker Brian Bott, UW Badger Football Strength and Conditioning Coach, as he shares insights to Maximize Your Workout. Learn fitness and nutrition tips, try samples and get personalized support to help you reach your goals. Open free of charge to both members and non-members!

03/11/2011

FABULOUS yoga session with Kristin yesterday at Good Shepherd! Thank you dear friend for sharing your gift with me and the rest of the group!

03/11/2011

Quinoa is one of my favorite super foods. Very versatile and easy to add to your regular menu planning. Add it to taco meat, meat loaf, and meatballs (made with all turkey or 1/2 turkey-1/2 lean beef), as a base for side salads or anywhere you use rice. It integrates well with whatever you put it with; try cooking it with chicken broth versus water for more flavor.

I'll admit that until recently, I'd never heard of quinoa (pronounced keen-wah). We didn't shop at the health food store when I was growing up, and quinoa isn't on the menu at many of the restaurants in my neighborhood. But this sweet little protein

03/03/2011

My girls love banana "ice cream". Blend 2 just ripe bananas with a little almond, coconut or skim milk and freeze until set. Fabulous! We also love chocolate banana peanut butter protein smoothies.

By Shaun Chavis Ever grab a snack but then feel hungry again 20 minutes later? Next time, reach for a banana. It’s loaded with Resistant Starch (RS), a healthy carb that fills you up and helps to boost your metabolism. Slightly underripe…

03/01/2011

This is a must-read article about the reality of sugar and high fructose corn syrup. Scroll beyond the information on brain activity to the area about how we metabolize sugar. The bottom line: both make us fat (not to mention their devastating health effects)

New study shows that fructose affects your brain very differently compared to glucose.

02/25/2011

Good reminders during this cold and flu season

Debunk these hand hygiene myths, beware of the dangers of antibacterial soap, and learn proper hand washing techniques to protect your health.