Stretching is not optional. Photo by Bradley Dunn
How to maximize results from your workout*
The time we spend even making time to workout is precious. So you don’t want to waste your time. I combed the internet and consulted with Neda Khalili, a veteran Equinox trainer, to get you the complete guide. You can find all of the videos in the DAOFitLife playlist if you want to watch them after reading the article.
*Peer reviewed and co-authored by Neda Khalili, NASM certified trainer
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Cardio or strength traiining? You may be surprised. Photo by CHU Gummies
5 top fitness myths, busted
*Peer reviewed and co-authored by Neda Khalili, certified National Academy of Sports Medicine Trainer
Today, we are going to unpack five of the most common exercise myths to help you get to a healthier you! It can be so confusing when we are surrounded by so much proverbial “noise” and one moment “coffee is good,” and the next can be “coffee is bad.” I want you to feel like you can have some clarity, enjoy and sustain a healthy, REAL lifestyle, and tune out some of that every changing radio static! So here we go!
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Get the perfect equipment for your home and travel gym in this week's update. Photo by Kelly Sikkema
DAOFitLife Weekly Update – August 11
RECIPES AVAILABLE HERE Customizable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Links Customizable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Template Google Sheet Downloadable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Template Excel DocumentPrintable…
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Working hard but not getting results? Here’s why and 10 things you can do
*Peer reviewed and co-authored by Neda Khalili, National Academy of Sports Mediciine certified trainer
“I’m working out every day. I’m eating healthy. But I am not seeing results!”
This is a common challenge when we have a goal that involves some aspect of fitness – whether this is losing weight, getting stronger, achieving a goal like running a marathon. It’s exciting at the beginning, and a lot of work.
And then the results are in. And…you are the same weight. Or even gained a few pounds.
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Galaxy loves tasty snacks! Here are some faves.
DAOFitLife Weekly Update – August 4
Here is my weekly roundup of fitness and food faves.
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Sheep definitely do not give f*ck - let's learn about how they stay so chill. Photo by Sam Carter
The DAO of Not Giving a F*ck
I have to admit I am kind of a self-help junkie. I know it has a negative connotation, but even as far back as when I was 8 years old…
Look at your underlying diet. It may be so depriving you want to nosedive into fries. Photo by Karsten Winegeart
Cheat meals suck, here’s a better way
I have been getting some requests for a post about cheat meals, so by popular demand, here it is.
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Matcha is a great alternative to coffee and powerful for the metabolism. Photo by Lex Sirikiat
DAOFitLife Recipes
Galaxy has experienced firsthand the experience of overtraining. Do not forget rest days!
DAOFitLife Weekly Update – July 28
RECIPES AVAILABLE HERE Customizable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Links Customizable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Template Google Sheet Downloadable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Template Excel DocumentPrintable…
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Is BMI BS?
Lately I have come across a number of weight loss programs and food/meal/exercise plans based on calculating a baseline “BMI” and achieving a certain target. We all of course get our BMI read out to us at our annual physical – and as a result, we are defined as overweight or underweight based on a predetermined ideal ratio of height and weight. But why is this outdated, plausibly biased metric still a baseline? There are some things about BMI that you need to know.
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One good tip for staying cool is to find and memoraize the shady areas where your usual routes are. Also the O2 from the trees will cool you down! Photo by Stanislav Vlasov
The DAO of hot weather walking
One of the few silver linings of this pandemic was that it made walking cool again. Power walking was no longer just for the neighborhood grandparents; it was THE way to get cardio and regain our sanity. And surprisingly, lean out! I could not believe what a huge difference walking made in my ability to feel less stress. Within 6 months, I had lost 7 pounds WITHOUT the gym. Walking is an incredible exercise for even strengthening all those little joints and ligaments that you may not even be aware of and how all of the muscles of your body are truly working in unison to move your body through space—- and it is low impact, low equipment, and free!
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Playing with your pup can lower cortisol. Be sure to catch my article on that!
DAOFitLife Update – Week of July 21
This week, I am going to focus on summer snacks! Given how hot it is outside, I think sometimes we just want to have a satisfying snack rather than a…
Stress is needed in small doses for productivity, but too much can throw your hormones out of whack. Photo by Elisa Ventur
Why cortisol can mess with you and how to stop it
Cortisol is like the evil stepsister of collagen, which I write about in my other post. More is not better and can sabotage our well-being. So let’s see how cortisol affects us, and what you can do to keep it at bay.
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Vitamin C can enhance the effects of collagen.
Can collagen turn back the clock?
Here is my roundup and guide to everythnig you need to know about collagen – how to take it, why it can potentially make your skin and hair on fleek, and what you can do to preserve your natural supply.
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The DAO of Fitness on Vacations
How do you take your well deserved vacation and still stay on track for your fitness goals? The DAO guide follows.
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The world - and you - are limitlless. Photo by Greg Rakozy
The DAO guide to the Law of Attraction
“Live life as if everything is rigged in your favor” – Rumi
You may have come across the law of attraction in various ways – a meme, a LinkedIn post, a conversation. It’s more than just “positive thinking”. It’s harnessing the power of infinite possibility. These are two very different concepts. This article will explain what is the law of attraction and how applying its principles can make very significant and immediate changes to your life.
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Do you have recipe ideas? Our CEO Galaxy is all ears!
DAOFitLife Update – Week of July 14
Every week, I post a weekly roundup of new finds – recipes, shows, videos. Be sure to check out the DAOFitLife Youtube Playlist for a curated list of fitness-related videos you can watch while doing cardio.
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My calendar is even worse, and so probably is yours. But with GTD, you can do it! Photo by Nadeena Granville
The DAO of getting things done
Do you wear a lot of hats at your job? Have a lot of small details you worry about constantly? Start a lot of projects, but can’t seem to finish them?
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Can you get too much protein?
If macros were Hadids, protein would be the Gigi and carbs would be the Bella. Or, if you are in a different demographic, protein would be the Marsha and carbs would be the Jan. It’s always protein, protein, protein. Carbs are just the overlooked or underappreciated middle child. Even the ugly duckling.
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CEO of DaoFitLife Galaxy is flabbergasted by the possibility of collagen already being baked into a green tea matcha drink. No more clumps!
Week of July 7 -DAOFitLife update
This week, I talk about what I am obsessed with, from morning collagen Matcha to fitness themed shows and good workout soundtracks. What I’m obsessed with this week Foodwise, I…
