Healthy Holiday!

We all need down time, but how do you balance out getting your down time without gaining weight or getting out of shape?  You simply earn it.  Since you hopefully have some time off of work, use free time to get out and exercise.  You can go for a hike, walk the dogs, ride your bike, or hit the weights, but since you know you will probably be doing a little more indulging than normal, do a little more activity to make up for it.  Still use good judgement with what you are eating, in fact, I have a personal rule that says no seconds.  I also don’t really do dessert, but after the holiday is over, get right back on track with your healthy, active lifestyle.  One day shouldn't derail the train completely, but if you find yourself off the tracks, it is easy to get back on.  If you are looking for a place to start, you can try these exercises -  If you are looking to be pushed and are more advanced, check out this play list and try some of these exercises.  
In any respects, you will need to be proactive about getting out and exercising if you want to keep your form, which leads me to my question for you.  Would you rather deprive yourself of some of the things you love to eat over the holidays, or would you rather do a little extra to make up for the extra consumption?  I wanna know what you think so leave a comment below with your answer.  Please Like this video and Subscribe to our channel and check us out on Facebook and now Google Plus.

Depression + Diet, Diet Soda Research, Unique TRX Exercise – Fitness On the Run Show S1E8

Fitness On The Run | 

It is always interesting to browse recent nutrition headlines and see what kind of research is being done in the field.  This past week I came across a couple of articles that I think much of our society can relate to.  The first article titled, “Daily Diet Soda Tied to Higher Risk of Stroke and Heart Attack,” explores a link between daily diet soda consumption and an increased risk of vascular problems such as heart attacks and strokes.  Diet soda provides no nutritional benefit and recent research suggests that it may have many harmful effects on the body, yet people refuse to give it up…why is that?  Please, it is time to eliminate ALL soda from your life, both regular and diet!!!  http://on.msnbc.com/hoVJuW

 A second article titled “Is Your Diet Making You Depressed,” found a link between diets high in Trans and saturated fat and an increased likelihood of depression.  If you were wondering how to cope with depression, first start with changing your diet!  Studies suggest that these unhealthy fats lead to inflammation in the body and a buildup of plaque that deposit in the brain.  This buildup may prevent the transmission of “happy chemicals” to the brains, which are vital for maintaining emotional wellness.  So, put away the donuts and French fries…they are not just making you physically unhealthy, but possibly emotionally sick as well!  http://bit.ly/gIlqKk

This week’s featured exercise utilizes the TRX to perform a single leg squat with a 1 arm letter “I.”  This is a great full body exercises that utilizes your legs, core, back, shoulders, and more!  The TRX 1 leg squat + 1 arm Letter I is also a great exercise for training your balance.   Give it a try!

Also in the video is quick peak at my “thumb sucking daughter,” who is due to be born in July.  Cari and I are very excited and hope to have a Prenatal Fitness e-book ready for download in the next month!