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As far as weight loss goes, calories is what is important. But for good health, which I hope you are all striving for as well, you want to make those calories count. The best way to help you do this is become an expert label reader. Here are a few tips to help you do that.

Fitness Ridge - DAYS 5 & 6

Exercise has officially become fun for me. It is still really tough to get in the mindset and actually start exercising, but while I am in the act, I really enjoy it. Friday at Fitness Ridge Resort & Spa brought about Hip Hop class and something that they call "Living Drums". Each of these classes gets your heart pumping and are well worth attending.

Fitness Ridge - DAY 4

Throughout our marriage, my wife Amie has always been big on attending fitness classes. I, on the other hand, was too macho to even consider the idea. I am happy to say that I have changed my mind and the classes here at Fitness Ridge Resort & Spa have convinced me of that. I can no longer imagine myself sitting in a gym and lifting weights or running on a treadmill without it being in some sort of class. The group format of classes and having an instructor have pushed me to go harder than ever before.

Fitness Ridge - DAY 3

Traditionally I would be out on the morning hike right now, but for whatever reason my blister is ignoring all treatment and continuing its growth pattern. So I decided to blog about yesterday.

Yesterday the soreness in my muscles had nearly subsided, so I decided to push myself to new limits. I did the morning hike, at least 3 miles of it, and burned over 800 calories. I was really looking forward to the afternoon classes -- circuit training and kickboxing.

Fitness Ridge - DAY 2

Out of all the things that I knew were going to take place during this quest of mine, the change in diet made me the most apprehensive. I don't like vegetables, I adore Chick-Fil-A sandwiches (a few of them in one sitting), and I am accustomed to eating until I feel full.