Healthy Tips Monmouth County NJ

There’s a lot of controversy over when to retire your running shoes. Do you wear them until holes form in the bottom? Do you give them up after a set number of miles? After a particular period of time? Your personal fitness level can also have an impact. Everyone has their own opinions – but here’s when we suggest you should retire your kicks in order for you to get the most of them…without harming yourself or your workout. Why should you make sure you’re retiring those shoes at the right time? Wearing them too long can actually lead to injury – and harm your running stance! Shoes that are too old will put excess stress on your body, which could lead to injuries like fractures, sprains, and tendinitis. You want to ditch your old shoes before the insoles break down entirely – without them, it’s like driving a car without shocks. There’s nothing to absorb any of the pressure that happens when you run, which means it’ll all fall on your joints.  Most experts say that this happens between 300-600 miles, and it’ll be different depending on how you run, where you run, and what type of shoe you wear. […]

Overview Lemon water is all the rage these days. Many restaurants serve it routinely, and some people start their day with lemon water instead of coffee or tea. There’s no doubt lemons are delicious, but does adding them to water make you healthier? Much of the evidence supporting lemon water’s health benefits is anecdotal. Little scientific research has been done specifically on lemon water, but research exists on the benefits of lemon and water separately. Here are seven ways your body may benefit from lemon water. 1. It promotes hydration According to the Food and Nutrition Board, general guidelines say that women should get at least 91 ounces per day and men should get at least 125 ounces. This includes water from food and drinks. Water is the best beverage for hydration, but some people don’t like the taste of it on its own. Adding lemon enhances water’s flavor, which may help you drink more. 2. It’s a good source of vitamin C Citrus fruits like lemons are high in vitamin C, a primary antioxidant that helps protect cells from damaging free radicals. You’ve probably heard that vitamin C may help prevent or limit the duration of the common cold […]

In the digital age, creating a fitness journey Instagram is a great way to keep yourself motivated, track your progress, and interact with other people in the fitness community. Instagram has long been a channel for people trying to increase strength, lose weight, alter their diet, and feel inspired while doing so. If you’ve been thinking about starting a personal fitness journey Instagram, we’ve got some tips on how to get started, what to think about, and how to build your following. Step 1: Create a new account for your journey If you don’t have Instagram yet, you’ll need to create an account. Some people choose to have two Instagram accounts: One for their everyday life, and one for their online fitness journey. To achieve maximum engagement, we recommend having a dedicated account just for your fitness progress. The community of Instagrammers looking to support and follow other fitness-lovers may be more inclined to follow a dedicated-fitness account. However, that doesn’t mean your account can’t have personal flair. Many famous Instagrammers share posts about working out with their families, and sharing healthy meals with friends. Some even include their pets! Step 2: Your profile details matter First impressions are important, […]

(BPT) – Whether you’ve had exposure to someone who tested positive for COVID-19, have symptoms you’re worried about, or you belong to a vulnerable population (such as being over 65), you may be worried. You also may be unsure about how or where to get tested. It’s understandable that you may have concerns about going out to get a test administered, too. At-home testing solution Fortunately, there is now a test available that you can safely use at home. At LetsGetChecked.com, you can order a COVID-19 Sure-Track Test, a fast and accurate test authorized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This new test is authorized to serve consumers, using proprietary polymerase chain reaction (PCR) lab analysis of a nasal swab that you can self-collect in the comfort of your own home. PCR is considered to be the gold standard in COVID-19 testing, providing the most accurate results. You will receive free shipping on your order of the test kit, with a prepaid return label provided for your convenience. Then you will receive secure, definitive online test results in 24-48 hours from receipt of the sample at the lab. The company’s at-home test is designed with safety in mind, […]

So, you’ve decided to start on your very own personal weight loss journey. Congratulations! Now for the hardest part: forget everything—every trick, every shortcut, every terrible food blog—you’ve ever read. There’s only one thing you actually need during this journey to be successful, and it’s not another bad detox or wasted gym membership. It’s a goal. The rest will come with a little discipline, a little self-love, and a little bit of time. At Jersey Strong, one of the most common reasons our clients seek personal training is because they want to lose weight. The only problem? They don’t know how to make it happen. We can’t blame them: with so much conflicting information out there, new fitness studies coming out seemingly every day, and the challenge of fitting a lifestyle change into already-packed schedules, it’s no wonder that people need a little guidance. Plus, there are so many things that can stand in the way of your goal: self-doubt, inconsistency, unhealthy dieting and detoxing, a less-than-supportive support system…the list goes on. Fear not, goal setters. To help you dive into your own fitness journey (and avoid the bumps along the way), we’ve pulled together the ultimate, no-nonsense, make-it-happen healthy […]

FREEHOLD, NJ – Monmouth County officials held a press conference today to request donations for desperately needed supplies and announce a donation drop off site. Officials also discussed County operations and the upcoming elections. “At the County, all of our employees have been instructed to practice social distancing and many are following alternative work plans,” said Freeholder Director Thomas A. Arnone. “With that said, it is also important to note that the County is open and operational. While physical public access has been restricted, there are several ways for the public to access the County. Phone calls and emails are being answered and steps have been taken, such as livestreaming, to make sure that we are still reachable.” The Freeholder Director announced that the Monmouth County Health Department hotline now has an email address. Questions can be emailed to MonmouthCOVID19@visitmonmouth.com at any time and they will be answered during normal business hours. The Monmouth County Health Department hotline, 732-845-2070, is open to answer general questions about COVID-19 weekdays from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. “We are here today to provide information, but we are also here to ask for your help,” added Freeholder Director Arnone. “We are asking for help […]

Everything is better together! Be it with a friend, partner, or colleague, studies show working out with a partner has more benefits than hitting the weights or cardio machines solo. It can increase energy, determination and even provide better results. That said, here are a few creative exercises that prove teamwork pays off! Forward Band Jumps Start with your workout partner standing directly in front of you, but facing away from your body. Have your partner loop a resistance band around their waist, with you holding both ends of the resistance band. Have your partner take a small step forward, so that there is slight tension in the band. Now, slightly bend your knees to get proper balance and stability, as your partner jumps forward as far as possible — maintaining proper form (bending the knees, with hips back, core tight, and exploding forward). They can have their arms swing naturally for added momentum, landing lightly on their toes. Once the jump is complete, they can take a few steps back to return to the starting position. Rep out 10-15 quick jumps, then switch spots and get your jump on! Do 3-4 sets a piece. Sit-ups with Medicine Ball Pass Both […]

Healthy chocolate sounds like a dream come true, but chocolate hasn’t gained the status of health food quite yet. Still, chocolate’s reputation is on the rise, as a growing number of studies suggest that it can be a heart-healthy choice. Chocolate and its main ingredient, cocoa, appear to reduce risk factors for heart disease. Flavanols in cocoa beans have antioxidant effects that reduce cell damage implicated in heart disease. Flavanols — which are more prevalent in dark chocolate than in milk chocolate — also help lower blood pressure and improve vascular function. In addition, some research has linked chocolate consumption to reduced risks of diabetes, stroke and heart attack. But more research is needed to confirm these results. In the meantime, if you want to add chocolate to your diet, do so in moderation. Why? Most commercial chocolate has ingredients that add fat, sugar and calories. And too much can contribute to weight gain, a risk factor for high blood pressure, heart disease and diabetes. On the other hand, cocoa itself, unlike chocolate, is low in sugar and fat while offering potential health benefits. If you enjoy chocolate flavor, add plain cocoa to your low-fat milk or morning oats. Maintaining […]

Hitting the treadmill is one of the best ways to get the body moving and heart pumping. Whether you walk or jog (or do a little bit of both), a treadmill workout almost always feels good. But like any other exercise equipment, you need to make sure you’re using the treadmill correctly. We see people making mistakes all the time. Here are some common ones to avoid. Just consider them your running and walking tips for spring! You’re not walking/jogging at an incline. Inclines help tone leg and butt muscles. As LiveStrong.com reports, “Jogging or walking at an incline on the treadmill will actively engage the thighs and the calves, as well as the gluteal muscles needed for a toned backside.” You’re walking/jogging at an incline, but it’s too steep or you’re doing it for too long. On the flip side, you can overdo inclines. As this article from The Huffington Post reminds us, “How often do you encounter a steep hill in the outside world that takes you an hour to climb? Exactly.” Approach your treadmill workout like you do interval training: alternate between inclines and flatter stretches. You’re not moving your arms. Pump those arms as you walk […]

The good news: the average American only gains one pound during the weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas. The bad news: for most Americans, that becomes a year-over-year, holiday-to-holiday pattern, and they never shed the weight. This begs the question: how can we avoid this one extra pound altogether? Easy. All it takes is a plan. And, conveniently, we’ve drafted one up for you. The Ultimate Healthy Holiday Survival Guide Let’s start here: waiting until the New Year to make your goals a reality isn’t a thing. And yeah, while it’s not the most jolly thing in the world, a healthy holiday takes a little bit of discipline. Let’s start with the biggest perpetrator of the unhealthy holiday: food. Foods to Avoid Eggnog Calories: 344 calories per cup It’s creamy, it’s delicious, and it’s full of unhealthy fats and sugars. When it’s spiked, it’s even worse for you. Ditch the eggnog this year and trade it in for it’s soy alternative, which clocks in at 80 calories per serving. Latkes Calories: 99 calories per pancake 99 calories doesn’t seem like a lot, but who eats latkes in moderation? To make this Hanukkah staple a little more heart healthy, forgo its original […]