by Pamela Hernandez | Nov 25, 2013 | Fitness, Nutrition
image by WhitneyinChicago Graphic Design by W Brian Duncan We spend a lot of time in training sessions discussing food in the terms of “good” and “bad”. What sometimes gets lost in the discussion is that you can get too much of a good thing. I try to help clients find...
by Pamela Hernandez | Nov 14, 2013 | General Health, Nutrition
image by James Watkins I am not one to jump on fitness fads. When I say I am thinking about going gluten free let me be clear – this is not about weight loss nor am I experiencing unpleasant symptoms when I eat wheat. Bread doesn’t make me bloated. I don’t...
by Pamela Hernandez | Nov 11, 2013 | Fitness, Motivation, Nutrition, Success Stories
Runners like to run. They like it so much they often aren’t sure what to do when they can’t run or when the training plan says “Cross Training”. Becky called me last December because, with winter coming on, she didn’t know what to do. The treadmill was getting boring...
by Pamela Hernandez | Nov 8, 2013 | Nutrition, Video, Video Blog
Personal Trainer Pamela Hernandez answers a viewer’s question about a quality non-dairy protein powder. In this video is advice for: Alternatives to whey or dairy-based protein powders. Some brands Pamela uses herself.
by Pamela Hernandez | Nov 7, 2013 | Nutrition, Recipes
I fell in love with poached eggs in London. Starting the day with a poached egg on toast with breakfast tea felt like perfection. After returning home, I decided to learn how to poach an egg. I have an old and battered copy of the classic red and white Better Holmes...
by Pamela Hernandez | Oct 28, 2013 | Fitness, Fitness 101, Nutrition
image by W Brian Duncan If a new fad diet is making the rounds it doesn’t take long for my clients to ask me about it. They usually hear about the wonders of this supplement or that meal plan from well meaning friends or co-workers and are eager to get my opinion. A...