Did you know that most recreational athletes that sign up for an endurance endeavor with a main goal for weight loss, are in fact flabbergasted that even with the increased physical activity, weight loss does not come easy, in fact many even gain weight. There are a number of reasons for this: 1. the positive reason is because the new athlete may be losing fat, but gaining muscle fiber. Muscle being denser than fat, offsets the scale from budging, but the athlete is getting leaner… HOWEVER, this is not the […]
Viscous Cycle of Binge Eating and Depression
Ilana Katz MS, RD, CSSD What may feel good in the moment, may lead to chronic depression – something that we may all be dealing with in regards to our current pandemic. Stress, boredom, frustration are all emotional triggers that can lead to comfort foods. Comfort foods are more likely to be laden with fat, salt and sugar which can temporarily satisfy an emotional need, it can have longer-term effects on both physical and mental health. In short, binge-eating can create a cycle of eating and depression. Awareness, mindfulness and […]
Self-Quarantine Accountability Packages
In this time of isolation, how are you coping with staying on top of optimal health and body composition goals? Avoid Being a Statistic… Let me help 😉 SELF-QUARANTINING OFFERS: I am offering guidance with meal planning structure macronutrient breakdowns timing grocery lists (assisting with selecting grocery delivery options if needed) accountability mindful eating Log Analysis and more…. Sign up with ZOOM WHATSAPP ETC., Email me if interested in any of the following: For returning clients – take off a further 10% Meal planning session with one month of weekly […]
FAST FOOD RULES !!
Ilana Katz MS, RD, CSSD Most clients arrive with conditions. The one I find the most obvious and demanding is that we are all busy. Whether it is running around for business meetings, carpooling for kids, errands, errands and more errands, it seems like living out the car tends to prioritize cooking in the kitchen. Statistically it is reported that at least 25% of all Americans eat fast food every day and there are more than 300 000 fast food restaurants to choose from country wide. Sadly, eating on the […]
FUEL YOUR WORKOUTS!!
Did you know that most recreational athletes that sign up for an endurance endeavor with a main goal for weight loss, are in fact flabbergasted that even with the increased physical activity, weight loss does not come easy, in fact many even gain weight. There are a number of reasons for this: 1. the positive reason is because the new athlete may be losing fat, but gaining muscle fiber. Muscle being denser than fat, offsets the scale from budging, but the athlete is getting leaner… HOWEVER, this is not the […]
W.O,D – Ilana’s Challenge!
Elliptical, treadmill and stationary bike rotation – 45 minute work out (starts with treadmill, then elliptical, and ends with bike) Treadmill: 20 straight minutes. Form: long strides and squeeze glutes at end of each stride. Min 0 – 10: set at a pace of ~ 4.0 at 0% grade. Min 10 – 20: 12% grade and pace at ~ 3.5, maintaining stride form Elliptical: 15 minutes. set program that is most like a consistent running stride. Set level (resistance) at moderate (should be about 160 – 180 strides […]
