Coppell Trainer – 9 Lessons Learned while celebrating 9 years in Coppell
October of 2016 will mark Get You In Shape’s 9th Year Anniversary of starting the Get You In Shape fitness program in Coppell. Although Get You In Shape was “born” in 2006 (see story below of how it was started), we are celebrating 9 Years of the Coppell Fitness program. I have added a few […]
FATS 101
Fats 101 (from: www.heart.org) Does my body need fats? Yes, it does. Dietary fats are essential to give your body energy and to support cell growth. They also help protect your organs and help keep your body warm. Fats help your body absorb some nutrients and produce important hormones, too. Your body definitely needs fat. […]
9 Signs of Progress That Aren’t a Number on the Scale
9 Signs of Progress That Aren’t a Number on the Scale By: Trinh Le, MPH, RD for MyFitnessPal Think about what triggered your weight-loss journey. It could have been anything from being able to squeeze into an old dress again to appeasing your unrelenting doctor to staying around for your grandchildren. Whatever your original intention, […]
Ask the Dietitian: Should You Log Supplements?
Ask the Dietitian: Should You Log Supplements? By: Trinh Le, MPH, RD for MyFitnessPal Do you take dietary supplements? If you use MyFitnessPal to track nutrition, you may wonder whether you should even bother to log any dietary supplements you take. The answer depends on what type and how many supplements you’re taking as well […]
How to Start Exercising and Stick to It
How to Start Exercising and Stick to It Making Exercise an Enjoyable Part of Your Everyday Life You already know there are many great reasons to exercise—from improving energy, mood, sleep, and health to reducing anxiety, stress, and depression. And detailed exercise instructions and workout plans are just a click away. But if knowing how […]