Eating Healthy on a Budget

 When you’re on a tight budget, the thought of preparing tasty, healthy meals on a regular basis can seem daunting. Not only is it easy to get sucked in by grocery merchandising tricks, but it’s also normal for most of us to fall into a mealtime rut, eating the same foods over and over. But you’re in control of your kitchen—and if you cook smart, you can enjoy the first-class meals you deserve.

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Farmers Market Food Finds

 Late summer and early fall are perfect seasons for visiting farmers markets. From the small, mom-and-pop stand at the corner, to the large, organized market with multiple vendors and extensive selections, it is definitely worth the trip. Experiencing food at its finest can encourage even the pickiest eater to try a few bites. When it comes to fresh fruits and vegetables, the market is the perfect place to locate some fabulous food finds for everyone in the family!

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Horizon Success Story- Kari Smith

It’s no surprise that health & fitness continue to top the charts of people’s concerns in the U.S. While we at Horizon Fitness want to provide you the opportunity to achieve a higher quality of life we, as individuals, also

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Strength Training 101

 Beginning exercisers can be overwhelmed by the addition of strength training to their routine. The expected frequency and duration of the workouts may be unclear and learning to use new equipment can also be both expensive and intimidating. Most exercisers also struggle with wondering if they are performing the exercises correctly. In reality, by concentrating on large muscle groups and simple movements, strength training novices can gain a lot of benefit without a lot of time and expense.

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Rounding Out Your Workout

It’s a natural fit to start your workout routine with activities that feel approachable and familiar. Cardiovascular activities appeal to many new exercisers and can offer the benefits of weight loss and improved overall fitness. So why would you consider changing things?

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Tips for Exercising in the Heat

Stay Safe and Stay HydratedBy Lonnie Soloff, Cleveland Indians' Head TrainerThe body dissipates heat 4 ways    1. Conduction – heat transfer from one solid object to another. The transfer is always from the warmer object to the

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I Just Completed My First 5K!

 As an employee for Horizon Fitness, it’s difficult not to be motivated by all of my athletic and physically fit co-workers. Despite my best efforts, I had a difficult time keeping up with any type of regular fitness routine. Turns out, all I really needed to kick start my track to fitness was to focus on training for something that I believed in. I found that in Girls on the Run©.

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The information presented on this website is not a substitute for professional medical advice. It is only intended to inform and educate. Always consult a physician before engaging in any exercise routine or acting on any information or advice contained on this website.

 
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