It’s high-competition time for all of our CrossFitting friends. The circuit training phenomenon has a global following and committed advocates. It’s as addicting as it is confusing for those who don’t know the vernacular– box means gym and WOD means workout of the day! But here at Perfect Bar, we want to give CrossFit all the […]
When you hear that a food is filled with antioxidants you assume it’s healthy for you, right? But could you say why? Antioxidants are found in everyday foods like berries, tomatoes and chia seeds and pack a major punch for your overall health. An antioxidant is a compound that aids in repairing cell damage. Damage, of which, may be caused […]
Magnesium, or Mg, is one of those elements that seems to be forgotten. In chemistry, it’s used as a catalyst for chemical reactions. In nature, it’s the eighth most abundant element. In the human body, magnesium is an electrolyte and helps maintain quality health. But unlike sodium and potassium, the more popular electrolytes, magnesium is rarely […]
“Is butter a carb?” asked Regina George haplessly trying to lose weight while her track pants were all that fit her in that famous scene from Mean Girls. For as long as we can remember, butter and other saturated fats have been viewed as the direct cause of heart disease. This medical mainstay was questioned […]
Before we even dive into my eating habits I need to take a second (or ten) to shed some much-needed light on the following “this is how I eat” blog post. First and foremost, please know that this post is all about my journey through the food jungle and how I choose to eat on […]
You may be seeing the acronym GI floating around food stores and labels alike. Though being proceeded by ‘Joe” would be an inappropriate marking to find in a grocery store, the obvious question then, is: “Well what else would it mean?” That’s a great question. And instead of being proceeded, this particular label is preceded by […]
Even when the holiday stress is over, it can still take awhile to decompress. And with the new year ringing in, it is important to allow yourself some quality me-time; so give yourself space to unwind and settle into a new routine this year with this simple, do-anywhere yoga flow. Namaste! Warm Up Child’s Pose Start […]
A healthy holiday season, that’s the goal, right? With a record breaking 50.9 million travelers over Thanksgiving weekend and the rest of the holiday season estimated to do the same, it is important to put your health first if you want it to survive all the office and ugly-sweater festivities. Don’t let a pesky chest cold slow you down. […]
The pumpkin products craze is here to stay, and we’re not mad about it! With mouthwatering fall treats, sweets, and bites, we are embracing all that is pumpkin and sharing with you all of our faves. Read all the way until the end, friends, because we may have a little something something for you… So […]
You landed your first desk job, congrats! With new people, new processes and a whole list of new responsibilities, your health is easy to get lost in the adjustment. Whether you’re in an office or not, you’re in control of your health, and there are a number of small actions you can take to stay healthy. […]
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