The holiday season, also known as the season of extra calories, is upon us. Everywhere you turn you’re bombarded with cookies, candy, chocolate, appetizers, drinks, and more! Most Americans gain weight during the holiday season and few end up losing that weight after the holidays have ended. Follow these tips to keep you on track and away from holiday temptations.
We have the power to create positive change in our lives. Let’s empower each other to have the motivation and spirit necessary to make the worst things into the best things, whenever possible. Learn from the inspiring stories below of how two Elite members made positive change in their lives.
While some people look forward to winter, many others aren’t a fan of the cold weather. The snow and biting temperatures are enough to leave you unmotivated to do just about anything. However, if you get moving and active at the gym, you can warm your body right up and fight that cabin fever! Avoid letting your exercise routine “go cold” by doing these fun indoor workouts during winter.
Certain alcoholic beverages may have some health benefits, ranging from wine’s positive influence on insulin sensitivity and beer’s positive association with bone density when consumed in low to moderate amounts. However, if you’re trying to ramp up your fitness, alcohol consumption may impede your progress. Below are some not-so-fun facts about alcohol and how it potentially disrupts the journey toward your fitness goals. (more…)
Holiday parties, gift buying, and baking, oh my! Meal planning can be challenging at any time of year. Add in the stress of the holidays and it can quickly become a disorganized mess. Need help keeping up the festivities while maintaining organization and feeding your family well-balanced meals? Follow these tips to make meal planning easier during the holiday season. (more…)
Elite Sports Clubs is proud to have raised a total of $3,780 for ABCD during October, which many know is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We are happy to support ABCD: After Breast Cancer Diagnosis as their efforts provide guidance and emotional support to those diagnosed with breast cancer.
We spend a majority of our time simply hanging out with our families; grilling, watching a football game together, or enjoying a family meal. If we already spend so much time together, why not get off our seats and go workout together? Being able to exercise alongside your family and friends is a lot of fun. The time you get to spend doing something active can even create stronger bonds. Sharing that experience and seeing each other succeed can be so rewarding. (more…)
As a trainer, I often say that my job is to be accountability, personified. I’m the one that shows up. I plan the exercise routine, I come in to work, and I’m ready to work. I’m the person waiting for you to show up to class at 6 a.m., or to our training session at 5 p.m. That pressure…the expectation that you are going to come in for your class or your appointment – that’s what helps keep you accountable to yourself. (more…)
We’ve all done it. Eaten standing up at the counter because we were in a hurry. Had dinner in front of the television or while playing on our phone, wanting to relax after a long day. We’ve all eaten snacks in the car in between activities. This type of eating is called mindless eating. It involves a lack of awareness of the food we are consuming, including what and how much. Mindless eating can easily lead to unhealthy choices and habits. Using the concept of mindful eating, you can break these bad habits and learn to look at food in a whole new way. (more…)
Annette Malloy is an experienced USPTA Tennis Professional at Elite Sports Club-Brookfield. With over 45 years of tennis experience, Annette joins our reputable team of tennis pros. Learn how Annette Malloy can help you become a better tennis player!