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Meal Plan Like A Pro

Meal Plan Like A Pro

There’s a reason we have a Macros Coach available. Focusing on diet can help increase fat loss and speed up the process. That’s also why we suggest that people meal plan for the best results. What does the process entail? It involves planning meals and cooking them ahead in a day or two, then packing […]


Do You Know Your BMI?

Do You Know Your BMI?

Most clients at Iron Fit in San Antonio, TX, know their BMI and its significance. BMI stands for Body Mass Index and it’s a measure of fitness. It uses the relationship between height and weight to evaluate whether a person is underweight, normal, obese class I, obese class II or is extremely obese. While it […]


Are All Types Of Lettuce Created Equal?

Are All Types Of Lettuce Created Equal?

If you only know of one kind of lettuce, iceberg or head lettuce, you’re missing a lot of delicious flavors and a world of nutrients. There are many types of lettuce and most of them are far more nutritious than the lettuce you find in salads from restaurants, on your hamburger deluxe/Big Mac or at […]



Is Chick-Fil-A Healthy?

Is Chick-Fil-A Healthy?

Are you surprised to hear that some Chick-Fil-A menu items are actually healthy ? While their original fried chicken sandwiches and dipping chicken fingers might not make the cut, there are healthy items on the menu. Just switching from fried chicken to grilled chicken can make a huge difference and provide a healthy protein option. […]


Is Soy A Good Source Of Protein?

Is Soy A Good Source Of Protein?

At Iron Fit in San Antonio, TX, we help clients with both nutritional information and an exercise program. One important part of providing the nutrients for building muscles is making sure you have adequate protein. For those who choose a more plant based diet, it can be more difficult to get the quality of complete […]


Are There Dangers To Drinking Raw Milk?

Are There Dangers To Drinking Raw Milk?

There are people who believe that drinking raw milk or consuming raw milk products like cheese and yogurt is more beneficial for health, while others, including the CDC, suggest that drinking raw milk can be dangerous. Raw milk is milk that isn’t pasteurized, heated to 161 degrees for 15-20 seconds to kill bacteria, or homogenized, […]


Have You Ever Tried "Mini-Workouts"?

Have You Ever Tried “Mini-Workouts”?

What are mini-workouts? Just as the name implies, they’re short workouts. You can do mini-workouts two different ways. You can break your traditional workout into three or four sections, doing mini workouts throughout the day or just do a shorter workout that’s extremely intense. The more intense the workout, the less time you have to […]


Tai Chi Might Help Reduce Belly Fat

Tai Chi Might Help Reduce Belly Fat

If you’ve ever been to Iron Fit in San Antonio, Texas, you know we tailor programs for each individual that help build endurance and strength. However, on those days away from the gym, active recovery is important and to achieve that, Tai Chi, is a good choice. Not only do the gentle movements help build […]


Stretches That Help Relieve Stress

Stretches That Help Relieve Stress

Stress can cause a lot of problems, from tension headaches to high blood pressure. Unfortunately, when people are under stress, particularly if it comes from a deadline, they often fail to take the time to deal with it. It only takes a minute or two to do stretches, but it’s well worth the time. Stretching […]