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The 4 Components of a Well-Rounded Fitness Lifestyle!

Written By Megan Brandt • 4 min read

What comes to mind when you think of fitness training or “getting-in-shape?” Curling a big dumbbell? Loading heavy weights on a squat rack? Or, how about this one—running an endless amount of miles on the treadmill hoping to sweat... Read More
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Are Protein Bars A Good Option For Healthy Weight Loss?

Written By Katie Di Lauro • 1 min read

With the busyness of life, making the time to prepare a balanced meal can be hard. And, eating a complete meal on-the-go can be even more challenging. In an attempt to curb hunger cues many people turn to protein... Read More
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Top 6 Ways To Increase Energy and Inspiration

Written By Page Lauer • 4 min read

Most of us will do the right thing (make the choice we value and esteem) when we have the energy to do so. What we often define as “low will-power or weakness,” is in actuality, low energy. Low energy... Read More
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Are you making this weight loss mistake…Counting Calories!?

Written By Katie Di Lauro • 6 min read

Calories In vs. Calories Out You may have heard that losing weight is simply a balancing act: calories in versus calories out. This means that decreasing your caloric intake (eating less) or increasing your output (exercising more) will lead... Read More
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New Year, New Goals

Written By PFC Fitness Camp • 5 min read

A new year means new goals, and we're here with the 5 best tips to make sure those goals stick and you can actually achieve those resolutions you set! Read More
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10 Tips To Beat The Winter Blues

Written By PFC Fitness Camp • 2 min read

It’s winter- and while this time of year does bring around the holiday cheer, it can also be a difficult time for many people. Whether this time of year is more stressful or sad for you than it is... Read More
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Health in Couple Relationships

Written By Page Lauer • 4 min read

When it comes to romantic love and lasting relationships, John Gottman, Ph.D., is a true pioneer. Not only is Gottman a professor at the University of Washington and a best-selling author, but also a true scientist of relationships. Since... Read More
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Exercise and Digestive Health

Written By Megan Brandt • 2 min read

Did you know that how much we move affects how our digestive system functions, independent of food intake? Exercise not only helps you digest food better and manage digestive health conditions, but it also positively affects your gut microbiome!... Read More
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Heartburn

Written By Katie Di Lauro • 1 min read

Heartburn, acid reflux, and agita are a few names for this common complaint. If you have heartburn you may be relying on over-the-counter remedies, having trouble falling asleep with discomfort, or avoiding activity due to concern it will spark... Read More
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Depression & What You Need To Know

Written By Page Lauer • 3 min read

Depression affects approximately 1 in 15 adults yearly, with 1 in 6 people experiencing depression at some time in their life. Depression can strike at any time, but often first appears during the mid-20s. Women are more likely than... Read More

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