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Four Common Nutrition Myths

As you know, there is a lot of nutrition information to be found, whether it’s on the Internet, from family or friends, in the newest fad diet book, or amongst health professionals. Sadly, a lot of the information is either incorrect or interpreted incorrectly, which ends up perpetuating a number of nutrition myths that can be detrimental to your overall healthy eating goals. We’ve gotten a lot of these types of questions from FLY Challengers in the past, especially on the weekly calls, so we are addressing the most common myths. Read on, and then munch on.

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CELEBRATE YOUR SUCCESS!

2Q== You’ve made it…Almost! As we enter the final week of the Challenge, it’s important to celebrate your dedication and all of the positive changes you’ve made. And of course, it’s vital to keep up the great work so you can continue to succeed. With that, here are some tips from Flywheel Chicago Challenge Coach Rachel Paus, FlyBarre NYC Challenge Coach Daniella Ortega, and C&J Nutrition for keeping up the momentum! Continue Reading

#FLYTunes To Kick Off Your Mardi Gras Celebration

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Tomorrow is finally Mardi Gras! If there’s one thing New Orleanians know, it’s good music (ok, two things: and good food). Inspired by the holiday, Flywheel instructor Hayley Broder assembled a festive FLYTunes playlist inspired by the Big Easy. With hits like Lil Wayne’s pump up anthem, “Stuntin Like My Daddy,” Ween’s hypnotic “Voodoo Lady” and Eddie Bo’s crooner classic, “Don’t Turn Me Loose,” this playlist is almost as eclectic and vibrant as NOLA itself. Now turn up the volume and get to FLYing.
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HEALTHY HABITS: MAKE THEM A LIFESTYLE

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Welcome to week three of the Challenge! By now, you’ve probably learned a few things about yourself – that you love #DawnPatrol workouts, have a ton of energy if you FLY during lunch, or that happy hours at the barre top happy hours at the bar. It’s these little discoveries that can (and should) help you form long-lasting lifestyle changes after the Challenge is over. For even more pro advice on incorporating healthy habits into your life, here are tips from Challenge coaches Josh Arden (Flywheel NYC) and Carrie Kaschak (FlyBarre Charlotte, NC).
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Color Your World Oats

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In the winter, it’s important to keep things bright and colorful. Whether you’re a master artist or stick figure novice, oatmeal is your perfect canvas in the kitchen, plus, it offers essential nutrients to keep you energized before and after you FLY. The question is, how will you decorate your bowl? Here are four delicious oat-filled combos that look so pretty you may have trouble eating them.

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GOALS: MAKE ‘EM STICK!

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In the early stages of going after your goals, you might feel inspired to go to extreme measures to reach them. But we often forget that it’s the little changes – like working out with a pal, posting simple reminders, and being your own cheerleader – that provide essential long-term support. Here are some tips from C&J Nutrition, and instructor coaches Alexandra Sweeney (Flywheel Seattle), Destinee Smith (FlyBarre Dupont), and Erika Carter (FlyBarre Atlanta) for kicking butt in week two of the FLY Challenge.

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BE A FLY GOAL-GETTER

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Welcome to week one of the Get Fit With FLY Challenge! Right now, you might be envisioning your end results (A smaller waist! Toned triceps!) – and that’s awesome. But it’s important to map out the steps – no matter how small – it’ll take to get there. After all, setting goals is a crucial part of the achievement process. So, we tapped into the expertise of Flywheel New York City instructor coach Lissa Smith and the registered dieticians from C&J Nutrition to help you get started with gusto. Check out their tips below, and get ready to kick some Challenge butt … while it kicks yours.
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