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Debunking the “Carbs Are Evil” Myth: What You Really Need to Know
We eat fewer carbs to work on our physical appearance, yet for our brain to make an appearance, we need a healthy carb in-take. If you've ever heard someone say, “I’m cutting carbs to lose weight,” you’re not alone. Carbohydrates have been unfairly demonized in recent years, often blamed for everything from weight gain to fatigue. But as a physical fitness trainer, I’m here to set the record straight: carbs are not the enemy . Myth : Carbs Make You Fat Let’s start with the

Alex Brandy
Nov 194 min read


Routine Season is Upon Us
Your ability to soar in life begins with the courage to open your wings. According to www.skilledatlife.com , there is a host of reasons...

Alex Brandy
Sep 146 min read


10 Best Daily Exercises
Do you ever wonder if the exercises you are doing during your workout are the best overall exercises for your body? Have you ever...

Alex Brandy
Jul 276 min read


Summertime and the Livin' is Easy
"Summertime is always the best of what might be." - Charles Bowden This is it! This is the month, the moment, the magic we have all been...

Alex Brandy
Jun 304 min read


Water, Water Everywhere and yet we Still Don’t Drink Enough
"Water is the driving force of all nature." -Leonardo Da Vinci Even when we know the answer, the question still remains: How much water...

Alex Brandy
May 294 min read


The Downlow of Desk Jobs
"Exercise is the key not only to physical health but to peace of mind." -Nelson Mandela We all need to earn a living and sometimes that...

Alex Brandy
Apr 185 min read


Understanding Barre and How It Can Help With Your Fitness Goals
March 2025 Barre Training Barre, pronounced bahr, is fairly new to the fitness world. In essence, Barre is like doing dance or ballet...

Alex Brandy
Mar 183 min read


Fitness for all Seasons
What do you do to keep the spark in exercising throughout the year? For me, hiking is my exercise of choice once the weather becomes less...

Alex Brandy
Aug 21, 20246 min read


Migraines and Exercise
“Exercise can be as beneficial for your mental health as it is for your physical health.” So says the American Migraine Foundation, in an...

Alex Brandy
Jul 8, 20245 min read


Be Patient and Go Slow
“Babies are such a nice way to start people.” — Don Herold You just had a baby! Congratulations! Life will never be what it was and that...

Alex Brandy
Jun 3, 20244 min read


Living Life in the Blue Zones
“Eat your vegetables, have a positive outlook, be kind to people, and smile.” ― Dan Buettner, The Blue Zones: 9 Lessons for Living Longer...

Alex Brandy
Dec 5, 20233 min read


Health and Fitness Express Reset
"Health is not about the weight you lose, but about the life you gain." Woohoo!!! Your Health and Fitness Express Reset private group is...

Alex Brandy
Oct 11, 20234 min read


Foods that Fuel Fetus and Mom Health
“Making the decision to have a child is momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body.” —...

Alex Brandy
Sep 17, 20236 min read


Pregnancy and Exercise: Part 2
Disclaimer: Always consult your team of physicians to make sure you are getting the right and best care possible for you and your baby....

Alex Brandy
Aug 21, 20233 min read


Pregnancy and Exercise Part One
“You never understand life until it grows inside of you.” ― Sandra Chami Kassis There are many benefits to exercising during pregnancy,...

Alex Brandy
Aug 4, 20233 min read


"It's not stress that kills us, it is our reaction to it." - Hans Selye
“Reality is the leading cause of stress amongst those in touch with it.” ― Jane Wagner It’s all around us. No one is immune. If it is not...

Alex Brandy
Jun 15, 20237 min read


The Great Outdoors: 10 Best CT Hikes To Get You Moving
“The world reveals itself to those who travel on foot.” ― Werner Herzog The simplest way to describe hiking is by definition, “an...

Alex Brandy
Apr 27, 20234 min read


Why participate in a Bridal Boot Camp?
Planning for a wedding can be an extremely stressful time, even when you are so excited to marry the love of your life. At times, it can...

Alex Brandy
Mar 12, 20235 min read


“’Straight From the Heart’” (Song by Bryan Adams)
“It feels so sweet to have a healthy heartbeat.” February is heart month and what better time to talk about heart health. So, let's just...

Alex Brandy
Feb 14, 20234 min read


Winter Foods That Pack a Punch
It is no surprise that for most of the year we eat the same kinds of foods, chicken, meats, fish, fruits, and vegetables. Some food...

Alex Brandy
Jan 24, 20236 min read
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