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A Unique View Of Food & Fitness; Never Have To Resolve To Get Healthy Again. Break The Pattern Of Bad Habits And Poor Health

Fitness with Flavor

By Suzanne Piccolo

Each New Year the words “health” and “fitness” surrounds us; from printed ads to endless commercials offering the body we have always wanted.  Frustrated by the weight we’ve managed to put on from indulging in pecan pies, casseroles and many comforting, seasonal treats we search for yet another solution for the year.  For ten dollars a month I can get in shape, lose the weight and be ready for that summer in 3 months.  Gyms are practically giving away memberships, taking advantage of the seasonal trend and getting tons of people in the door.

Problem is, in 3 months we’re back into our busy lives, grabbing food on the go, late nights, quick meals or no meals at all.  Our mind is continually telling us to hold onto that forever resolution of a healthy lifestyle, but the days slip by without real results in the end.  Now the gyms are overcrowded, the equipment is often taken or you’re waiting in line for it.  This added frustration only gives you the ‘out’ you were looking for to start again next Monday!

Why wait? How would it be to NOT have to resolve to become healthy yet again?  Not to have to convince yourself you’ll do better this time, only to fall back into habits that got you here in the first place.  Direction, focus, support and accountability can be missing in other fitness programs or routines.  Often times without proper supervision injuries occur and ultimately you feel defeated and your goals are not met.

What now? A new philosophy and proven solution is offered by Certified Personal Trainer and award-winning Chef, Kevin DeMarco.  A 60/40 philosophy of food and fitness that creates balance, wellness and overall health in your life that is realistic, manageable and fun.  Forget the word “diet”, simply uttering the word sets one up for failure.  With this approach your healthy lifestyle will become a part of who you are, not something you’ve paid to do.  Kevin takes your journey with you, step by step, in an innovative and personal way.  By developing and suggesting meal plans, taking you shopping to help choose the right ingredients, customizing exercise programs to match your fitness levels you are introduced to a new way of approaching healthy living.

Now what? Whether training for a triathlon or race, shedding pounds for medical reasons or just looking to get in shape for an upcoming special occasion let DeMarco Studio share in your journey.  Taking an opportunity to embrace a new lifestyle requires guidance and support.  Kevin creates personalized functional training programs along with expertise in health and fitness to guide you to your success.

These are what personal training gives to you.  Not only customized workouts that match your abilities and fitness levels but giving you the confidence to do it on your own once your initial goals are met.  Functional training creates muscle confusion by keeping your body consistently off balance with routines that change and evolve with each training session.  For example, routines may include cardio kickboxing, medicine ball routines, balance and stability training utilizing the TRX Stability System and BOSU Ball, Pilates workouts, core training and plyometrics.  A big misconception is that personal trainers are just for the wealthy.  It’s not about wealth; it’s about priorities in your life.  If you want that pair of designer jeans, you will pay the price.  If you want a nice dinner at a high-end restaurant, you will pay the money to make it happen.  Setting personal health and quality of life as a priority will pay you back now and ensure less medical bills later.  Start your journey today to FITNESS WITH FLAVOR!

For more information regarding the 60/40 philosophy, healthy eating and functional training visit www.wilmingtonhealthcoach.com and www.secondhelpingonline.com or contact Kevin for a free consultation and complimentary training sessions. Kevin@demarcofit.com

Kevin DeMarco, an ACE Certified Fitness Trainer and Certified Chef from the NY Restaurant School, has a unique vision and certain passion for living a balanced, healthy lifestyle.

From childhood experiences baking for large, Italian family gatherings to helping in the neighborhood bakery, Kevin found a passion for food at a very early age. After graduating Culinary School with honors, Kevin had the opportunity to work along side many Celebrity Chef’s like Chef Wayne Nish, Chef Michael Morano and in 1996 opened doors to a Tuscan eatery called Cibo with Tyler Florence of current Food Network fame. His various experiences in restaurants not only in NY but also in CA expanded the creative and fresh way of combining foods and flavors. By mixing salty and sweet, spicy tart and sour and even using crunch as a “flavor” thus combining not just flavors but senses as well.

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Healthy Eating Tips

A Diet is very important to your heart health and bad diet habits can cause heart disease. Healthy eating is a method of balancing the nourishment you eat to preserve your body well fit and energized. Healthy eating means picking up a variety of foods from these groups: meat, dairy products, fruits and vegetables, grains such as breads and pasta. It is essential to limit amount of fats and sweets. It includes enjoying nutritious food in the amounts our bodies need to perform best.

Healthy eating is very important in preventing sickness. If we do not get the right food, it can decrease our body’s natural defense system, so viruses and bacteria can attack the body.

Healthy eating affect picking food that gives the body essential nutrients that allow it to function normally. All food groups contain different nutrients that provide the body with the capability to perform specific functions. Healthy eating means eating the proper amounts of nutritious foods, eating a variety of foods from all food groups and choosing foods with low levels of fats and sugar.

It is known that adults should get 20-35 percents of their calories from fat. Fat is essential to your daily diet but most people eat fat too much, often without even knowing it. The damage of saturated fats can be deadly, including clogging your arteries and shorting your life. Saturated fats can be found in animal products, palm oil and coconut oil.

To reduce dietary cholesterol, eat fruit, vegetables, whole grains, low fat or nonfat dairy products, and medium amounts of lean meats, skinless poultry, and fish. Diets based on whole grains, nuts, fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats with small amounts of meats have been shown to provide all of the nutrition needed for healthy living.

Vitamins are supplements not substitutes. They don’t provide all the necessary vitamins and minerals the body needs. Vitamins are not as expensive as you think. Some vitamins like vitamin B12 can be only found in meat.

If your goal is to reduce body weight you may need to limit the amount of food you eat and include regular physical activity into your life.

Healthy eating doesn’t have to be dull or time consuming. Meals don’t have to taste bland or distasteful. It is only a matter of getting a good cooking book.

Healthy foods contain vitamins, minerals and dietary fiber. Not-so-healthy foods contain lots of sugar and fat. Healthy eating is a key factor of health. Healthy eating can profit in positive impact on your blood glucose level, your blood fats, blood pressure and body weight.

Plan meals in advance and keep your cupboards stocked with foods that can be made into quick well-balanced meals on days when there isn’t time or energy to plan.

A Diet is very important to your heart health and bad diet habits can cause heart disease. If we do not get the right foods, it can decrease our body’s natural defense system, so viruses and bacteria can attack the body.Healthy eating affects picking foods that gives the body essential nutrients that allow it to function normally. Healthy eating means eating the proper amounts of nutritious foods, eating a variety of foods from all food groups and choosing foods with low levels of fats and sugar. If your goal is to reduce body weight you may need to limit the amount of food you eat and include regular physical activity into your life.

Tom Donne is an online writer and maintains Men’s corner to help anyone who is seeking information about men’s health.

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