by Pamela Hernandez | Jun 16, 2011 | Nutrition
image by Pink Sherbet Photography If you want to stir up controversy in the health and wellness industry just bring up the topic of protein consumption. How much protein is too much? Too little? In one camp you have those advocating plant based diets with about 10%...
by Pamela Hernandez | Jun 13, 2011 | Nutrition, What's New at Thrive Personal Fitness
Last Thursday the USDA put to rest the Food Pyramid we’ve all known, memorized and talked to for decades and launched their brand new tool for teaching people how to eat. A plate. To me, this is the first sign of how out of touch the USDA is with the issues facing...
by Pamela Hernandez | Jun 10, 2011 | Video, Video Blog
Personal Trainer Pamela Hernandez answers the questions, which rep range is best for weightlifting and how much weight you should lift. In this video is advice for: How much weight should you be lifting. Which rep range is best for each exercise...
by Pamela Hernandez | Jun 9, 2011 | Recipes
photo by IPBrian It’s June and summer is in full effect in the Midwest. In Springfield MO we’ve already had several days at 90 degrees or higher. Hot weather means iced green tea instead of hot, sandwiches instead of casseroles and fresh fruit instead of frozen. Fresh...
by Pamela Hernandez | Jun 6, 2011 | Monthly Workout Playlist
Want to know how to make almost any song cardio appropriate? Give it to a DJ for a remix. This month’s playlist is designed to get you moving with a new spin on old favorites. Hope they keep you going for just one more mile. Where Have All The Cowboys Gone? [E-Team...
