Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “WELLNESS”
When we begin our fitness journey we all want to see the fruit of our labor. We may take a photo at the beginning and of our progression, and record our numbers on the scale, but what does all of that truly mean? How is our body really transforming? Sometimes seeing stagnant numbers can be discouraging, but just because the …
Let’s face it, there’s a lot involved in the science behind fitness and it can be a bit overwhelming, especially for those who are just starting their journey. It’s intimidating when you are coming from the outside and you see acronyms like RMR, BMR, REE, etc. What does all of that mean and why is it important to know when …
Let’s face it, we step into the gym for three major reasons– to lose weight, to shed that extra fat around the belly, and to burn calories. But, most of us find it difficult to squeeze in the time at least three times a week to go to the gym. An equally effective alternative is practicing aerobic exercises within the …
Tis the season… to stick with your fitness and weight loss goals! We’re here to point out which holiday foods to avoid and make it easier to make good choices. Notoriously the holidays are a time for indulgence and it can be tempting to put your goals on pause and live a little (or a lot.) If you find yourself …
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. …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
