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Living a healthy lifestyle is more than sticking to a diet plan. It is about mentorship, community, and building a routine that works for you. At Grand Fitness, we make sure each member thrives on their fitness journey. With benefits grander than any other fitness facility along Florida’s Emerald Coast, our membership is a chance for you to Live Grand. Personal Training At Grand Fitness, we understand that everybody is different and that everyone’s abilities and requirements vary when it comes to exercise. Through membership, you have access to multiple trainers at

More often than not, we throw our healthy habits out of the window when we go on vacation. We think it’s the perfect time to “cheat” on our diets, skip our workouts, and not worry about our overall well being. Know that it doesn’t have to be this way. If you are vacationing this summer, here are a few ways you can continue your healthy habits while you are away from your normal day-to-day routine.  Move your body.  Don’t forget to move your body while on vacation! Although you may spend the

We all set nutritional goals with the intention to change our lives for the better, but what happens when the motivation to continue said goals fizzles out? Unfortunately, when this happens, most people give up but we’re providing you a few tips on how to stay true to your healthy eating commitment even when you lack the motivation. Start small.  Don’t think that in just one day you will completely change all of your eating habits. Start incorporating healthy tendencies one step at a time. Gradually drink more water, eat

Healthy Thanksgiving Dinner Options For those looking to eat a healthy Thanksgiving dinner, here are the best holiday dishes to enjoy throughout the day. Start the day with a healthy breakfast. Most people skip breakfast because they know they will be eating a big meal later. We suggest eating a healthy, hearty breakfast to avoid overdoing it on the Thanksgiving food later in the day. Get moving.  Thanksgiving is notoriously known for a day where families and friends gather to eat and relax. We suggest you break a sweat on Thanksgiving day. Complete a morning

Be Strong - Breast Cancer Awareness During breast cancer awareness month, we share how you (and your loved ones) can best protect yourself from this deadly disease. According to U.S. Breast Cancer statistics, approximately 1 in 8 women will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of their lifetime. This is a shocking number, but with strong mental and physical health, you can drastically lower your risk. Here are a few ways you can accomplish overall wellness to reduce your chances of developing breast cancer. Limit alcohol.  Studies show that the more you

Health Tips for Aging Adults No matter your age, stay proactive with your health. Today, we are share tips that aging adults can incorporate into their daily routine to ensure they are doing all they can to live a healthy, fulfilling life.  Be active  Although you may not be able to do all of the workouts that you once could, staying active is essential in maintaining health as you age. We suggest doing exercise that is a challenge, but something you can maintain for at least 30 minutes a day. Whether that is

Nutritious Lunches to Pack Back to school means back to packing lunches! Today, we share easy, healthy meals that everyone in the family will enjoy for lunch.  Bento Box  This do-it-yourself lunchable style meal is a great solution for you and your kids! Because they can be so diverse, these meals can easily be tailored for each member of the family. Some simple foods to include are fruit, hummus, nuts, deli meat, cheese and eggs. The options for this easy-to-prepare meal are endless! Click here for a helpful list of bento box style

How to Celebrate Men's Health Month June is men’s health month, a nationally recognized holiday designed to raise awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among males. Here we share tips on how to  make your health a priority this month to celebrate. Get a Health Screening.   Men, here’s the sign you’ve been waiting for to schedule that doctor’s appointment. There’s no better time than now to see a health professional. Regular health screenings give you peace of mind because they can detect signs of disease

Supplements That Men Should Take Daily A nutritious diet and exercise are often the start of a healthy lifestyle, but sometimes our body needs more vitamins and minerals than we are consuming through food. Men should add the following supplements to their daily routine to ensure they ingest the accurate amount of nutrients to nourish their bodies. Multivitamin It’s no surprise that a multivitamin is at the top of the list. While this supplement contains multiple vitamins and minerals, men should ensure that their multivitamins contain a healthy dosage of the following nutrients.

10 Superfoods for Women   If you are trying to live a healthier lifestyle that includes nourishing foods that give your body the nutrients, vitamins, antioxidants and minerals that it needs, add these 10 superfoods to your diet.   Salmon - This omega 3 rich fish is filled with anti-inflammatory fatty acids that can lower the risk of heart disease and arthritis, lower blood pressure and so much more.   Leafy Greens - Spinach, kale, swiss chard and other leafy greens are full of vitamins, minerals and fiber that your body is