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The Importance of Resistance Training

Posted by JCC Pittsburgh on June 18, 2015

Whether you’re new to exercise or you are an accomplished athlete, one of the most important ways to train your body is through resistance training which helps to build lean body mass. In order to properly train your body- and in order to see results like muscle toning, increased metabolism, increased bone density, and weight loss- incorporating some form of resistance training into your weekly …

Creating Exercise Habits

Posted by JCC Pittsburgh on June 18, 2015

So you’ve made a resolution about committing to weight loss and starting to exercise and then your initial enthusiasm and energy wane. We get distracted by other things going on in our lives, or we do not think we are seeing results quickly enough, and we throw in the towel. Many people do manage to hang in there and make exercise a lifetime habit, and …

Review your Goals….

Posted by JCC Pittsburgh on June 18, 2015

Be sure to revisit your goals along the way. Look back at your initial goals and be sure to celebrate your successes thus far. As you progress, set new challenges for yourself and keep your goals current. How much exercise do you need? Want to feel less fatigued? -60 minutes per week Better sleep?- 120 minutes per week Stronger bones? 120 minutes per week Stay sharp and a younger brain?-135 …

Heart Disease

Posted by JCC Pittsburgh on June 18, 2015

8 million women in the Unites States are living with Heart Disease, yet only one in 6 believe heart disease is her greatest health threat. 90% of women have one or more risk factors for developing heart disease.While one in 30 American women dies from breast cancer each year, one in 3 dies of cardiovascular disease. 42% of women die within a year of suffering a heart …

The “No-Diet Diet”

Posted by JCC Pittsburgh on June 18, 2015

Keep your appetite under control- and cut calories painlessly with these little changes that will help you achieve a healthy weight. Start with soup- Research shows that people who began with soup ate less during the main course. Not only are they filling, but most soups are also swimming with nutrients we need. Choose tomato, broth, veggie or bean-based soups and lower –sodium canned versions. Go nuts- …

Change Your Life for Good

Posted by JCC Pittsburgh on June 18, 2015

You swore this was the year you would stick to your resolutions, but that jumbo tin of popcorn and comfy couch are calling you every night! Join the club. About 40 percent of Americans make a vow on Jan. 1st- and half relapse within the first 21 days. How to sail though that critical launch period and keep on going? Watch your wording: many a resolution have …

Holiday Survival Guide

Posted by JCC Pittsburgh on June 18, 2015

Trick the chef: Chew gum while cooking to avoid nibbling(many) calories while preparing food. Tasting for taste is one thing but eating half of the cookie dough before they hit the oven is another story! Rally the troops: Go for a walk with your aunts. Invite your cousin to the gym with you, or join the kids for a snowball fight- being active with family and …

Boost Your Brain Power

Posted by JCC Pittsburgh on June 18, 2015

Meditation requires you to tap all the self-regulation systems in your brain as well as the self-monitoring mechanism. Every time you meditate, you use two important parts of your brain: the prefrontal cortex, which helps you make smart choices, and the anterior cingulate cortex, which helps you be aware of when you make such choices and when you don’t. The more you activate these systems, …

Healthy Eating for Busy Families

Posted by JCC Pittsburgh on June 18, 2015

America is getting fatter and Pennsylvania is helping to lead the way as one of the nation’s top 20 “Most obese” states. Our busy lifestyles encourage unhealthy eating habits, like eating on the run, and high/fat – sugar snacking. But with just a little effort, you can gradually transform your family’s diet from “fat” to “fit”. Start your day off right – Breakfast is the most …

Early Childhood: Transitioning Into Fall

Posted by Barbara Wollman on June 18, 2015

It’s not just the leaves that change during this time of year. Fall can be an exciting time for families, as children return to more structured schedules. Here are some tips for making and maintaining a smooth transition: Children may have feelings both positive and negative about changes. Be a good listener and encourage your children to express their true feelings rather than trying to mold their answers …

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The Importance of Resistance Training

Creating Exercise Habits

Review your Goals….

Heart Disease

The “No-Diet Diet”

Change Your Life for Good

Holiday Survival Guide

Boost Your Brain Power

Healthy Eating for Busy Families

Early Childhood: Transitioning Into Fall

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