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  • The Amazing Benefits of Yoga

    BNE_Blog_Health&Fitness-01 Long hailed in the Eastern world, yoga is now regarded in the West as a staple of physical fitness, something that is regularly on the schedule rotation at fitness centers. New research has opened up people’s minds about the vast benefits that come from this mental, physical, and spiritual exercise. The Beginning Traced back to…

  • How To Build–And Keep–A Fitness Routine

    BNE_Health&Fitness-01 When we decide to begin a fitness routine, we are usually excited in the beginning. We have our reasons for getting started, whether to lose weight, look better, or just feel better, and we’re eager to dive right now and start seeing results. We start off with a pretty good plan--we’re going to wake up…

  • Great Reasons to Work Out Besides Losing Weight

    BNE_health&fitness_01 Most people start an exercise or fitness program because they want to lose weight. This is a good motivator, but it really shouldn’t be the only reason you work out. At some point, you may hit a plateau or reach your weight loss goal. There are so many other benefits from exercising on a regular…

  • How to Create Your Own Home Gym

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    If you want to get in shape or just maintain your fitness routine, a home gym could be the right option for you. In the long run, having a home gym is cheaper than a gym membership. Also, if your gym is just in the next room, you will be more motivated to work out. You don’t have to talk yourself into getting dressed and driving to the gym. If you have never worked out at home or you are used to going to a gym, start with some inexpensive pieces of equipment and see how you do first.

  • Make Realistic New Year’s Resolutions (and Stick to Them)

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    The beginning of the new year can be exciting because you get to start over and wipe the slate clean. It can also be stressful because you may feel the need to make some big life changes in the form of New Year’s resolutions. There’s nothing wrong with wanting to change for the better whether that’s losing weight, quitting smoking, or resolving to reduce the stress in your life. Just remember to be realistic about attaining your goals and by this time next year, you may have achieved an amazing goal.

  • What to Eat to Prevent Getting a Cold or the Flu

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    The foods you eat and your general nutrition plays a big role in your ability to fight off illness. Good nutrition boosts your immune system, giving your body the power to resist viruses like the cold or flu. The vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants you get from food help to protect your body against harmful germs.

  • How to Fit in Exercise Even if You Have a Busy Schedule

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    We all know we need to get some kind of exercise on a regular basis to perform at our best. That even includes job performance. If our bodies are not performing optimally, that affects everything from memory and brain function, to reducing stress and anxiety. Ironically, the more stressed we are at work, and the more long hours we slave away at the office, we convince ourselves that we’re too tired or there’s no time to exercise. Then the cycle starts all over again.

  • A Healthier Thanksgiving

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    Thanksgiving is a wonderful holiday and a great time to visit with family and friends. For those who are trying to lose weight, or just like to stick to a healthy eating regimen despite the holiday, Thanksgiving can be stressful. Here are some ways to make Thanksgiving a little healthier.

  • Children’s Museum of Houston for Fitness (and Learning) Fun

    So it’s hot and muggy outside, and the last thing you and your kids want to do is to be out in the summer swelter. What do you do with kids out of school and the potential for cabin fever so very high at this time of year? The Children’s Museum of Houston has a…

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