Fig Leaf Fitness

Fitness Testing is extremely important to see where you are and where you have been! Many times we have an idea of our ability but we empower ourselves so much more when we have tested ourselves and put the numbers on paper. Also, to mention, it can be a great workout in itself. Test yourself or test with a buddy every 3 or 6 months. For Personal Trainers or Gym/Studios: I recommend hosting free fitness testing every 3 months, allow yourself to meet potential new clients and help people become aware. Offer resources on height-to-waist ratio and why it is important to know your BMI. Let them know their risks and provide resources.

"Have you ever found yourself mindlessly eating a tub of ice cream while you brood about your latest romantic rejection or eating a hamburger and fries in front of your computer as you furiously try to make a work deadline?" -psyc.today " Levels of "the stress hormone," cortisol, rise during tension-filled times. This can turn your overeating into a habit. Because increased levels of the hormone also help cause higher  insulin  levels, your  blood sugar  drops and you crave sugary, fatty foods. So instead of a salad or a banana, you’re more likely to reach for cookies or mac and cheese. That’s why they’re called “ comfort foods .”" -webMd "Your brain and body prepare to handle the threat by making you feel alert, ready for action and able to withstand an injury. In the short-term, adrenaline helps you feel less hungry as your blood flows away from the internal organs and to your large muscles to prepare for “fight or flight.” However, once the effects...