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by Antonio Sini … There is no better time than the fall to get outdoors! Hiking is one of my favorite ways to exercise in the fall. It’s truly an underrated activity and, like all exercise, has many health benefits. When you hike, your workouts can be different each time, depending on which trails you […]
by Antonio Sini … You probably already knew this but prioritizing and finding an extra hour or two for exercise is not as simple of a task as one might think. Whether it’s work, kids or friends, it can sometimes be hard to concentrate on ourselves when so many other people depend on us. The […]
by Antonio Sini I’m guessing you don’t eat the exact same thing every day? If you do, we should talk! Not only would that get boring after a week or two, but you’re likely to miss key nutrients that come from eating a variety of foods. Variety is just as important when it comes to […]
by Antonio Sini … Myth: A pound of muscle looks the same as a pound of fat. Truth: Not true! Muscle tissue is denser than fat tissue. That means that, pound for pound, fat takes up more space in your body. So, as your body composition changes from more fat to greater muscle mass, you […]
by Antonio Sini When it comes time to get fit, we often find ourselves joining a health club or local gym, thinking we’re taking a step in the right direction, but are we really setting ourselves up for failure? For someone who’s not in such great shape, and maybe a little embarrassed by their lack […]
by Antonio Sini … Refined (processed) sugar is stripped of any nutritional value and thus our bodies see it as a toxin, causing a negative immune response. This leads to a variety of diseases and degenerative conditions. Unfortunately too many of us get through our days munching on snacks that are full of refined sugar. […]
This simple math equation has helped many of my clients improve their eating habits and balance their overall diet. The formula is simple: Consume at least two (2) vegetables in two (2) of your daily meals, in four (4) out of the seven days of the week. That’s it! As simple as it sounds, you […]
by Antonio Sini … It can only happen if you ask yourself the honest questions. What do I mean by that? Well, as a fitness professional working with people on their personal health, one of my challenges is to help each client find out what they really want to achieve, and then implement effective ways […]
by Antonio Sini … In the U.S., approximately 20% of our children and adolescents 2-19 years old are obese. That’s 3X as many kids as were obese in 1980. Despite all our ongoing efforts, 13 million kids are severely overweight. Are we really doing everything we can to change our children’s health habits and insure […]
by Antonio Sini – I work out 4-5 Xs a week. I lift weights, do yard work around my house, even ride my bike on the weekends. I walk all over the city too. By all accounts, I’m a pretty strong and healthy guy. So how is it that I managed to throw my back […]
by Antonio Sini …. Do you eat enough vegetables? I’m not talking about a few pieces of cucumber and some tomatoes with your salad—I’m talking about nutritious, hearty, fiber-rich vegetables, raw if possible! I’ve often heard clients refer to themselves as “healthy eaters” because they’ve eliminated fatty foods and simple carbs from their diet; yet […]
by Antonio Sini … I love a good power nap. There have been many long days at the studio where I wouldn’t have survived without one. Research has shown that a daily nap can promote physical well-being, improve your mood and your memory, sharpen your senses and revitalize your energy. By deliberately putting time aside […]
“I will try.” How often do you say this, or hear it being said? The word “try” most often really means doing nothing at all. I mean, if you were really going to actually accomplish something–like eating more vegetables–then you would purchase them, bring them home, prepare them, and then eat them. You wouldn’t “try” […]
Hiking is one of my favorite exercises and offers many health benefits. Along with strengthening the quadriceps, hamstrings, thighs, hips and butt, hiking also improves your cardiovascular system. It’s a great alternative to the treadmill, providing more visual stimulation for your brain and fresh air for your lungs. I find the positive mental aspect of […]
I hear so many people complain that they don’t enjoy working out. The truth is, I don’t enjoy “working out” either. I think slogging along for 45 minutes on an elliptical machine is about as much fun as waiting in line at the bank. Now, on the other hand, I love to exercise. I know […]
Taking action requires effort but when there is no perceived disadvantage to not changing the way we live, many of us don’t bother. It concerns me to see so many people making continuously unhealthy choices. At what point do we go from oblivious to conscious? Do we wait until the doctor tells us we have […]
One of my goals is to help as many people as possible live a healthier life by eating at least two servings of fruit and at least three servings of vegetables every day. I’ve got a long way to go. According to the Center for Disease Control, only 14% of U.S. adults and 9.5% of […]
It has been 3 weeks since I started this Cleanse Adventure. Once I found a cleanse I thought was right for me, I followed the direction, eliminating dairy, meats and caffeine from my diet for 3 days. I followed that with another 5 days where I stopped eating all together. My diet for those days […]
As a member of the New York City Mountain Biking Association, I volunteer my time to build and maintaining multi-use trails throughout parks in New York City. I recently helped with some trail maintenance at Highbridge Park in upper Manhattan. Rather than drive to Highbridge, I decided to up the ante and ride my bicycle […]
I keep hearing about these cleanses – how they’re good for you and how they have helped people with all sorts of issues – from losing weight, to curing cancer! When I hear “cleanse”, I picture some new-age spa where a woman in a white lab coat leads me into a room decorated with pictures […]
