First comes Halloween, then Thanksgiving, then Christmas, then New Year's… It seems as if the holidays and all the delicious food they bring never end. Consider taking control of your eating habits BEFORE the holidays and not after. Here's some tips to get you started: 1. Exercise: use some vacation time to develop and implement an exercise program. 2. Review Your Cooking Methods: get on the internet and research some healthier ways to prepare your food 3. Invest in Lower Fat Ingredients: the difference in taste is often times too subtle to really notice. Don't forget lower calorie beers, wines and soft drinks as well. 4. Prepare for Going Out: eat before you arrive hungry at a party full of temptations. Tell yourself that it is ok to snack on the vegetables instead of the dessert food....

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It’s great to see many new faces in our Kickboxing + Boxing and Boot Camp class. Please read my previous blogs that will give you pointers on what to expect from your classes along with other tips to remember as you are embarking on your fitness journey. Kickboxing + Boxing classes provide a great cardio workout. One way to make sure you are getting the most out of your workout is to check your target heart rate during Kickboxing + Boxing class.

You gain the most benefits when you exercise in your target heart rate zone during Kickboxing + Boxing class. Usually...

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  Do a thorough warm-up prior to your Kickoxing + Boxing workout. Start slow and work up to full speed. If you are out of shape, start very slow! Don't punch or kick as hard as you can (unless you're advanced). Do not fully extend your arms or legs . Do interval training to let your body rest. Stretch when your done while your muscles are warm. To learn more about Kickoxing + Boxing...

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We’re seeing new faces in the Kickboxing + Boxing classes and here are some tips for.

Here are 6 Kickboxing + Boxing tips: 1). Take your warm-up seriously and do your best!

In Kickboxing + Boxing class we may do 20 push-ups. Try your best to attain that number. If you are unable to reach that that number then that is okay. The great thing about Kickboxing + Boxing is you can stop to take a breather anytime without falling behind the class.

2). Have fun – work hard!

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It’s the weekend! Enjoy yourself but be careful not to overindulge with poor eating habits. With a little thought and preparation, you can continue to eat healthy and still enjoy your weekend. Here are some tips:

Plan ahead Don't load up your kitchen with lots of tempting, high-calorie snacks. Keep fresh fruit, vegetables, whole grain crackers and your favorite cheese on-hand for nutritious snacking.

Don't skip breakfast Start Saturday and Sunday mornings with a healthy breakfast with plenty of protein and fiber. Good choices include eggs, whole-grain cereal...

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Take some time to think about your daily routine: what you eat, your stress level and how long you are sleeping at night. These all have an effect on your workout and your health. It sounds like common sense but it’s important to take a step back and reassess your daily lifestyle to make sure you are taking proper steps to be your best. 

Follow these nutritional guideline from the American Heart Association: Fruits and vegetables: At least 4.5 cups a day Fish (preferably oily fish): At least two 3.5-ounce servings a week Fiber-rich whole grains: At least three 1-ounce-equivalent servings...

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Stretching prior to Kickboxing + Boxing class is very important. Stretching is one of the most under-utilized techniques for improving athletic performance, preventing sports injury and properly rehabilitating sprain and strain injury. Don't make the mistake of thinking that something as simple as stretching won't be effective.

Below are 3 of the most beneficial stretches you can do prior to attending Kickboxing + Boxing class. Obviously there are a lot more, but these are...

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School is back in session and I’ve already experienced a few calls from concerned parents wondering if Karate Kids Youth Martial Arts will help their child in the event of a situation with a bully at school. Let’s face it; your child needs to be prepared to face the unfortunate situation of dealing with a bully. Karate Kids Youth Martial Arts can help. We teach boys and girls how to properly handle and hopefully diffuse the situation from ever...

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Why do you think karate classes are good for children? Karate classes teach the kind of skills and knowledge that children can adopt and apply in their everyday life. In our Karate Kids Youth Martial Arts class we focus not only on teaching your child karate techniques but life skills such as focusing on your family, listening to your parents and teachers in school and being honest. Just think of how these skills could mold your child into a good citizen!

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Kickboxing + Boxing class is a high energy class that allows minimal breaks between sets. This type of workout releases endorphins which give you that natural “fitness high” that a lot of my clients talk about after class. During some point of your workout you are likely to experience a feeling of euphoria after the intensity of the workout settles. This wonderful feeling is due to endorphins. What are endorphins exactly? Endorphins are chemicals produced in the brain, which bind to neuro-receptors to give relief from pain. Discovered...

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