No gym? No problem!
Just because you don't have a membership to the big, fancy gym down the street doesn't mean you can't get in a good workout.
Get Moving!
 Stuck in traffic. Late to pick up the kids. Too hungry to function. Another day passes you by and you just can't make it to the gym...
Quick Fitness Tips
 Did you know May is National Fitness Month?
Why not kick it off with a few quick and simple exercise tips?!
Top 5 Heart Health Exercises
 With heart disease being the number one killer in both men and women in the United States, it’s important to keep in mind all the different factors that go into keeping your heart strong and healthy.
Of course, taking your supplements regularly and eating a clean diet are two of the main constituents to building that healthy heart, but exercise, specifically cardiovascular exercise, is one of the most important.
Fitness Friday: Workout Worksheet
 Sometimes living a healthy lifestyle is all about getting organized, especially when it comes to your fitness routine.
So starting this Sunday, we’ve got the perfect tool to help you manage your fitness routine: the Workout Worksheet.
Fitness Friday: 100 Workout
Last week’s Fitness Friday, we covered several exercises you can easily do from the convenience of your desk chair. Today, we’ve got a quick workout for you called THE “100 Workout”.
Fitness Friday: Cubicle Exercises
 Your inbox is full. The phone is ringing off the hook. You have five meetings to attend and a big product due. Your work day is jammed packed but there's not excuse to skimp out on your exercise. Even if it's only for a short period of time...something is always better than nothing!
Links We Love: Tone It Up
 In committing to be industry experts, we've found some really great websites that we just adore. They're focused on health and wellness, just like us, and we could not be more excited to share them with you!
Summer Shape Up, Week 13: You Made It!
 Wow! Can you believe the Summer Shape Up has already drawn to a close? It has been three busy months of setting goals, learning new tips and tracking your progress. How did you do?
Red, White, and Don't Be Blue!
 The Fourth of July weekend is nearly upon us, and a celebration of our nation and heritage is at hand. We all look forward to fireworks, barbeque, and getting together with family and friends. But what happens when the fireworks and fun leave you with a case of the holiday blues… even in a time of celebration? Could your body be telling you something’s wrong?
Summer Shape Up, Week 12: Active Living
 To stay fit, in addition to routine exercise, it is important to keep active throughout the day. Consider these tips for incorporating activity and burning extra calories throughout the day.
Summer Shape Up, Week 11: Top Exercise Tips
When it comes to exercise, are you overcome with questions, like what type of exercises to do, how often to do them, what order to do them in, and on and on? Not knowing what to do can derail you before you even begin. You’re not alone! If you’re looking for a little more guidance, check out some of our tips for getting the most out of your exercise regimen.
Keeping Dad Happy & Healthy
 This Sunday June 19th, another Father’s Day is upon us! A day to
celebrate all of our dads, uncles, grandfathers and, well, just about
all of the men in our lives. Whether it’s a new tie, his favorite
cologne or a car wash, make this Father’s Day count.
Summer Shape Up, Week 10: Did You Know?
 9 weeks down, and just 3 weeks to go with Summer Shape Up. If you have been successful with your goals so far, congratulations! Keep up the good work! If you have gotten sidetracked from your goals, it is never too late to get back. Whether it was Week 2 or Week 7, just start wherever you left off!
Summer Shape Up, Week 8: Party Smart!
 With Memorial Day fast approaching, there is bound to be temptation at every turn as barbecues, beach outings and graduation parties abound. Here is some encouragement to help you get through the holiday weekend with your fitness goals intact!
Summer Shape Up, Week 7: Learning How to Eat
 Alright, so it sounds crazy, right? We’re all adults; surely, we know how to eat! While that may be true, our busy lives aren’t always conducive to eating what or how we should, so a little reminder never hurts.
Look and Feel Your Best with Green Tea
Posted by Physician's Prefernce on 5/18/2011
to Weight Loss
 In the past few weeks we have posted about lowering stress, enhancing beauty and slimming down. Did you know that there is a household tea, probably in your pantry right now, that actually helps with all of these things? The health benefits of green tea are simply amazing. Green tea has been consumed for thousands of years, and is a common drink for many “health nuts”.
This Week in the News – 4/15/11
 Between taking care of the kids and taking care of Uncle Sam, National Stress Awareness month seems to be in full effect. Don’t let it get you down – help is on the way! In addition to this week’s articles, we’re throwing in our 2 cents about how to cope.
Summer Shape Up, Week 2: Shape Up Your Eating Habits!
Posted by Physician's Preference on 4/14/2011
to Nutrition
 Often, when people think about getting in shape, they make big plans to hit the gym and sweat away the pounds. But did you know that the secret to staying thin and trim doesn’t lie in what you are working off so much as what you are taking in?
It’s here! Summer Shape Up 2011!
Posted by Physician's Preference on 4/7/2011
to Weight Loss
Here we are in April. The days are longer, the weather is getting warmer and summer vacation planning is in full effect. You know what that means. That’s right – swimsuit season is right around the corner. Are you ready?
Resolutions - Week 12
Well, this is it! Our resolutionaries have kept at it for three months and have made a lot of progress on their paths to wellness. Check out their final installments as we wrap up our 2011 Resolutions series. You can view last week’s post here.
Resolutions - Week 11
Here we are in the home stretch. Our resolutionaries have just one more week to share their experiences with us, and they’re still going strong! If you missed last week, check it out now.
Resolutions - Week 10
From Tiger Blood to the Texas Hill Country, our resolutionaries have lots to share this week. Check out their updates below. In case you missed it, here’s last week’s post.
Eating Well – There’s an App for That!
Posted by Physician's Preference on 3/8/2011
to Nutrition
 Last week, we discussed some of our favorite tips for eating well. If you were intimidated by some of the changes, rest assured that help is at your fingertips, literally. Here are some of our favorite apps to aid in good nutrition. Don’t have a smartphone? There are lots of apps available online, too!
It's National Nutrition Month!
Posted by Physician's Preference on 3/1/2011
to Nutrition
 Here in Physician’s Preference, we love National Nutrition Month, because it gives us the perfect excuse to talk about one of our favorite topics! This month, we’ll be sharing some of our secrets for maintaining optimal nutrition over the long-term. To kick things off, here are our Top 5 favorite nutrition tips.
Resolutions - Week 8
Check out what our resolutionaries have been up to this week. In case you missed it, here’s last week’s
post.
Resolutions - Week 7
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out what our resolutionaries have been up to this week. In case you missed it, here’s last week’s
post.
Resolutions - Week 6
Our resolutionaries are already 6 weeks into their resolutions, and they’re still staying the course (for the most part…) Still catching up? In case you missed last week's update, check it out now.
This Week in the News - 2/4/11
What’s the number one selling supplement on the market? Are you getting your money’s worth from your vitamins? Can you improve your timing to get more out of your weight loss plan? The answers to all of these questions are in our top picks for this week’s news.
This Week in the News – 1/21/11
 With so much information (and misinformation) about vitamins and
supplements, it can be hard to distinguish between what's useful and
what’s not. For what it’s worth, here’s our two cents. Check out our
favorite articles of the week.
Resolutions – Week 3
Posted by Physician's Preference on 1/19/2011
to Nutrition
 Last week, our Resolutionaries were busy walking the neighborhood,
cleaning up their diets, sending wedding invitations, and skiing down
mountains! Let’s see what they’re up to this week. If you’re just
catching up, check out their...
Resolutions Week - 1
 Now that you have set your New Year's Resolutions, we don't want to leave you hanging! Join some of our staff members - or Resolutionaries, as we like to call them - as they document their progress towards their personal goals for 2011. We made sure to include something for everyone, so you won't want to miss this!
Last-Minute Marathon Tips – Week 1
Posted by Physician's Preference on 1/4/2011
to Joint Health
 Meet Chelsea: As an RN at the Hotze Health & Wellness Center, she has a clear passion for wellness. For over 5 years, Chelsea has been an avid marathoner, participating in 20 half marathons and 3 full marathons, including the Houston Marathon and another in Greece. She also loves participating in adventure races. You can imagine our excitement when she agreed to write a 4-week series of last-minute training tips!
Health, Wealth and Happiness in 2010?
 As 2010 draws to a close and we prepare for another new year, it’s a
great time to reflect on the events of the past year. Did we achieve
everything we hoped for, or did 2010 leave something to be desired?
Personally, I started the year with high hopes and audacious goals.
While some turned out really well, there are others that just fell flat.
But that’s ok. It just gives me more to aspire to in 2011
Health Concerns 5: Weight Loss Supplements
Posted by Physician's Preference on 12/7/2010
to Weight Loss
We’re all guilty of hoping for that magic pill to make all the excess fat melt away. I’m here to tell you it’s...
Vitamin Value: Does Cost Equal Quality?
Posted by Physicians Preference on 11/9/2010
to Supplements
 Every savvy shopper knows that spending more money does not necessarily
mean buying a higher quality, more valuable product. Being a consumer
who reads labels, researches manufacturer processes and products, and
shops for the best prices can save money and find the highest quality
products--and the same is true ...
Product Series 3: Joint Pain
 Physician’s Preference brings you an
article in a series discussing products and their effectiveness. This
week we focus on joint pain.
Many of us have experienced joint pain and stiffness from living active
lives, past injuries, or various types of arthritis such as
osteoarthritis. While staying on the go is best for our overall..
Vitamin Trends
 Do changes in vitamin trends and nutrition news make it seem impossible
to stay up-to-date? Have you ever found a new type of vitamin or
mineral supplement you’ve seen available online or at your supplement
supply store and think, “Why not?”
Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad
 Quinoa is like a wonder-food. Technically it is the seed of a grain-like
crop, originated in the Andean region of South America, and was the
staple food source of the Incas who considered it sacred. If you are not
familiar with it yet, or it is not apart of your regular diet, keep
reading.
Product Series 2: How Energy Vitamins Work
 Physician’s Preference brings you an
article in a series discussing products and their effectiveness. This
week we focus on energy vitamins.
What do you reach for during the well-known afternoon energy slump? Is
it a cup of coffee? Maybe a snack from the vending machine such as
chips, cookies or even a...
Health Concerns 2: Energy Boost
 Physician’s Preference brings you the
second article in a series discussing common health concerns. This week
we focus on nutritious ways to boost energy.
In the last few years, the number of people experiencing low energy is
epidemic-like. We see coffee shops on nearly every corner. And you
can’t go into a convenience market without being bombarded with...
Flax Meal Bread
 Flax meal bread is simple to make and a wonderful alternative to
traditional breads for those with yeast sensitivities, digestive
problems, or those controlling the amount of starch and sugar they eat.
Try it with almond or peanut butter, hummus, piled high with fresh cut
vegetables, or guacamole—even to make a sandwich!
Easy Bean Salad
 The fast and easy bean salad recipe is full of fresh cucumbers known for
fighting bad cholesterol and having no fat, sodium, or calories; as
well as tomatoes that are known for being full of potassium, and vitamins C and A; and protein packed whole beans that are ...
Vegan Zucchini Bake
 Enjoy this healthy, vegan zucchini bake when you are craving comfort food and want to pack in as many nutrients in as possible and avoid the extra carbohydrates and fat. Zucchini is naturally full of vitamins A and C, calcium, protein, and potassium; and this dish is low in carbohydrates...
Kids Vitamins
 Finding the best kids’ vitamin and mineral supplement is just what the doctor ordered. Introducing kids to a daily vitamin and mineral supplementation regimen has been shown to improve brain and physical development, increase resistance to illness, and improve behavior.
Healthy Breakfast Casserole
 Breakfast is the most important meal of the day to kick-start your metabolism. Full of protein from the eggs, low-fat breakfast meat and black beans, it is a complete meal when rounded out by the vitamin C, thiamin, vitamin B6 and phosphorus in the pico de gallo and spinach.
How to Read Vitamin and Supplement Labels
 For the health-conscious consumer, the process of selecting and purchasing vitamins is an important step yet can be overwhelming. Finding a brand and product you trust takes more than a casual recommendation, instead it takes understanding the product label to be assured what you are taking is the best for you to reach optimal health.
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If you’re wondering how your shape up goals fit into your 
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Dr. Steven Hotze of the Hotze Health and Wellness Center and founder of