The new year is coming and so are new goals. Don’t be afraid. Goals make your dreams come true. Whether you’ve hit rock bottom in your life and decided to make a change, or want to take on the next challenge to maximize your potential, you have already taken the first step to making things happen – setting your goals. …
Eat This: Adobe Sirloin with Balsamic-tossed Vegetables
This recipe, developed by Fit Farm’s own Chef Corey Boville, feels indulgent, tastes delicious, and won’t break the calorie bank. Perfect for a Friday night dinner at home, perhaps paired with a glass of Cabernet, white or red. Your shopping list Protein/Dairy 1 lb. sirloin steak, cut into 3-4 oz. pieces ½ cup parmesan, grated Produce 1 cup eggplant, cubed …
Holiday Foods to Avoid When You’re Trying to Lose Weight
Tis the season… to stick with your fitness and weight loss goals! Personally, I am a moment away from throwing caution to the wind and buying a six-pack of Reese’s peanut butter trees, convincing myself that they are seasonal therefore I HAVE TO because they’ll be gone soon. This is one of many tricks the holidays play on your mind. …
Staying Fit During the Holidays
The holidays are upon us, friends. Food, family, holiday parties… and even more food. There is temptation at every turn. If you’re trying to stick to your fitness goals, you’re probably finding it difficult to participate in the festivities without feeling left out. We feel you and we’re here to help! Holiday foods are so intertwined into how we celebrate, but …
Post-Workout Recovery That Works
Believe it or not, going hard at your exercise routine 100% of the time will not produce the best results. As hard as you work your body, you must also rest and practice self care. But recovery activities aren’t limited to post-workout alone; it is something you invest in all the time. With proper recovery, your body is prepared to …
My Fitness Story
At the Fit Farm blog, we typically write how-to guides on exercise, nutrition, and motivation. But today, I want to share my own personal love/hate relationship with fitness. I hope that it gives you the courage to share yours too. Because honestly, sometimes it just helps to hear about the experiences of others to put things in perspective and get …
The Benefits of Lifting Weights
When most people think about weight lifting, they imagine super swollen gym bros lifting hundreds of pounds of weight in the gym every day. In truth, the healthy amount of weights for the average person looks nothing like that (no knock on our weight-loving fam though!) People who add weight lifting to their exercise program a mere two days out …
Staying Fit as a Stay at Home Dad
We hear a good deal of fitness talk regarding stay-at-home moms, and rightfully so—but what about stay-at-home dads? It goes without saying having kids is a huge life adjustment, for either parent. They require an endless well of energy and focus, which can leave you feeling like you don’t have time to invest in your own fitness. But, life has …
Behind the Curtain at Fit Farm: The Anatomy of a Weight Loss Camp
Curious about changing your lifestyle habits? Sick of having no energy? Do you want a killer body? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you’re in the right place. Fit Farm is an all-inclusive weight loss camp dedicated to helping you transform your life. In just a few short weeks, we give you the tools and confidence to learn new …
The Importance of Pre-Exercise Screening
When you start any fitness program it is important to get an accurate assessment of your current fitness level. By properly assessing your overall health, fitness experts can develop an exercise program that is tailored to your specific needs. This means that your exercise program is built to accommodate your heart health, body type, and long-term fitness goals. A tailored …