The debate between high intensity and low intensity as the best exercise for weight loss has dominated the fitness world for years without any real answers every surfacing, which inspired us to do a little research and finally provide you with the answers you’ve been searching for. And the answer is – it’s complicated. Much like anything else in this world there is no one right or wrong answer, which is why you’ve been having such a hard time finding one. In reality, it’s all personal. The intensity level at which you exercise needs to fit your needs, lifestyle, and body to be right for you. There isn’t a one size fits all best exercise for weight loss, because everyone is different; people shouldn’t expect that their bodies will react exactly the same as others.

P.F. Chang’s inspired turkey lettuce wraps are healthy and easy to assemble! We will show you how to cook these delicious wraps and provide instructions for storage so they are meal prep ready! Ingredients: 1¼ lb. fat-free lean ground turkey 1 tbsp olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced ⅛ tsp ground ginger 4 green onions, thinly sliced 12 Boston lettuce leaves 1 (8 oz) can sliced water chestnuts, drained and chopped 3 tbsp hoisin sauce 2 tbsp lower-sodium soy sauce 1 tbsp rice vinegar 2 tsp. roasted red chili paste...

This Meal Prep Shrimp bowl is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner on the go. Shrimp is a great source of protein to incorporate into your meal prep dish. You will also enjoy the delicious side dishes rice, beans, corn, and salsa! Ingredients: 20 medium sized shrimp (peeled/deveined) 1 tbsp olive oil 1 clove garlic minced 1/2 tsp ground cumin ½ tsp chili powder 1/4 tsp  onion powder optional 1/4 tsp kosher salt 2 cups cooked brown rice 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed 1 cup corn drained...

This is the perfect meal prep version of teriyaki chicken. It is easy to make and packed full of flavor. The teriyaki sauce will keep your chicken breast juicy and create a delicious meal prep dish! Ingredients: 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts 3 tsp vegetable oil 1/2 cup honey 1 1/2 tbsp cornstarch 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 1 tsp ginger powder 1/2 cup soy sauce 4 cloves garlic Instructions: In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, ginger powder, cornstarch, honey, garlic, and vinegar. Set aside. Cut the chicken...

  Pre Workout: 1 cup of cottage cheese (low-fat or fat-free) with fruit Apple slices with peanut butter Hummus and carrots 1 Banana Oatmeal with whey protein Handful of trail mix Post-Workout: Salad / Veggies Chicken Wrap Salmon / Rice Avocado Wheat Toast / Eggs Whites Yogurt / Almonds      

Counting Calories Doesn’t Always Equal Healthy Eating

Changing the way in which you’ve been eating for your entire life can be a daunting task. Trying to count calories, and maintain a diet that facilitates a regular workout regimen, only makes it that much harder to succeed. Unless of course you realize that not all calories are created equal, and that attempting to calorie count your way to better health isn’t necessarily going to help. Here are a few suggestions to help you create healthy eating habits without compromising your lifestyle.

Learning how to choose wisely when it comes to your health and diet can make all the difference in attaining your fitness goals. Whether you want to tighten and tone, slash and slim, or build and bulk, your diet is the most important component to your overall success rate. Eating a nutrient poor diet may inhibit any progress that could occur from regular exercises. Below you’ll find a list of 15 of the most commonly eaten unhealthy foods, followed by a healthy alternative that you can swap it for to...

HOT WING DIP

Serves 4

I love hot wings, especially with a creamy bleu cheese dip.  Unfortunately, that combo packs a huge amount of fat that I don’t love.  I’ve taken those familiar flavors and combined them into a creamy, Greek yogurt dip that’s high in protein but gives you a major break on the fat typically found in wings.  This is a great crowd-pleaser at a party, so you can feel good mixing up this quick, easy, protein-packed dip for your next celebration!

I hope you enjoy this delicious addition to your healthy ISO lifestyle!

Kelly Pipich, Isolator Fitness’s Executive Chef

Pre-workouts snacks consumed about 1-2 hours before exercise can maximize results from your workout. It is important to keep pre-workout snacks light so your stomach isn’t requiring too much energy for digestion. Eating specific foods at the right times can help you trim fat, build muscle, and provide the energy needed during your workout. This list of 15 Pre-Workout Snacks are healthy, light, and ideal for meal prep.   1 cup of cottage cheese (Low-fat or fat-free)  with fruit (strawberries, blueberries, peaches). Hard-boiled eggs Apple slices with peanut butter Hummus...

These 7 healthy foods pack nutrients, boost energy, and build muscle. Add any of these foods to your meal plan and start seeing results faster! Almonds Almonds contain not only protein but vitamin E that aids in muscle growth, Vitamin E has powerful antioxidants that fight free radicals which help your muscles recover from strenuous workouts. As with other nuts, almonds should be consumed in moderation. A handful of almonds as a snack should do the trick! Cottage Cheese Cottage cheese contains casein, a slow-digesting protein which makes it ideal...