Beginner’s Fitness Module: Learn How to Exercise and Lose Weight

by Jacques Courseault, M.D. Tired of figuring out the right way to exercise, get fit and lose weight? If you are a follower or Exercise Menu.com, you will know that I too hate quick, get fit or lose weight schemes. Because I feel your frustration, I have compiled the best articles that I have written over the years into one beginner’s learning module.

Slow, Mindful Eating Can Help You Lose Weight!

by Jacques Courseault, M.D. If you are looking for a simple way to avoid packing on the pounds, slow eating may be another practical tool to add to your weight loss tool box. You may have come across the theory that slow eating can significantly help you lose weight. The good news- two new studies further support that eating at a slower pace, or “mindfully,” is a method that you … Read More →

Abdominal Crunches May Not Be Safe: Choose Pilates Crunches or Ab Planks

by Jacques Courseault, M.D. If you are doing the classic “hands behind the head” abdominal crunch to tighten up your core, I strongly suggest you consider other exercise alternatives if you want to maintain the health of your spine. Posture is of utmost importance in maintaining the health of your spinal column. That’s why doctors constantly tell you to “sit up straight, stand up straight and lift heavy objects with … Read More →

Stay Fresh and Lift Weights Without Sweating

by Jacques Courseault, M.D. “I would work out more, but I don’t want to sweat!” When I first heard a client tell me this, I completely wrote it off as a pitiful excuse to avoid working out. Then, I heard it again… and again, which caused me to think twice about this common excuse. Then, I realized it takes me absolutely no effort to freshen up after a workout. I … Read More →

Step It Up To Stay Lovely by Kendell M. Jno-Finn (Guest Blogger)

Step It Up To Stay Lovely By Kendell M Jno-Finn, PT, DPT Titleist Performance Institute Certified Golf Fitness Instructor Clinic Manger of Eskirdge and White Physiotherapy – Trussville, LLC In today’s hustle and bustle world we are often trying to find ways to simplify our routines and make things more effective. Exercise can be a great addition to your current beauty routines. Whether you are trying to achieve that radiant … Read More →

Word of the Month #6: Bwa

Bwa Word: Bwa Definition: log, wood, woods, (also means arm, to outrun) Pronunciation: as written Part of Speech: noun Piti + hach + ka + bat + gwo + bwa = Little axe cut big tree (ka = progressive marker) Until Next Time… Be Well, Ben.ar.dett Celebrating a Natural. Beautiful. You. (ka = progressive marker)