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Stefani Sassos

Dec 19, 2016
2 min

Stef's Healthy Homemade Hot Cocoa

It's the most wonderful time of the year! I absolutely love the joy that comes with the holiday season. Christmas presents, family memories, and snowy nights are some of my favorite parts of this year :) With the holiday season in full swing, I have seriously been craving some delicious hot chocolate! Who doesn't love snuggling up by the fire with a glass of warm hot cocoa during the holidays?! We used to buy these hot chocolate packets when I was a kid; they were full of sug

ANTON NEWSPAPERS: Nutrition & Your Child

Stefani Sassos

Apr 25, 2016
1 min

ANTON NEWSPAPERS: Nutrition & Your Child

This week, I'm focusing on nutrition and your child. I recently wrote a piece for Anton Newspapers in my monthly column, Choosing Health. The piece focused on practical solutions to getting children interested in health and nutrition. It also includes information from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services on the recommended caloric guidelines for children of different ages and gender. The article is available in print issues April 6 - April 12, 2016. It is also avail

TKTW: 5 Ways To Own The Bike (Tips From An Indoor Cycling Instructor)

Stefani Sassos

Nov 30, 2015
1 min

TKTW: 5 Ways To Own The Bike (Tips From An Indoor Cycling Instructor)

Sometimes, it takes one short moment to completely change your life. In the blink of an eye, one simple experience can inspire and motivate you. Us workout fanatics have these moments every single day. Fitness gives us life; it helps us break through our physical and emotional barriers, and excel our bodies towards peak health. Nothing is more empowering than an amazing workout. An Indoor Cycling class is 45 minutes of non-stop inspiration and hard work. You challenge your he

Stefani Sassos

Nov 5, 2015
2 min

Save A Life: The Truth About Smoking

I recently posted about this topic on the Stef Health Tips Facebook Page. I'm currently a dietetic intern pursuing a career as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. My clinical rotations (aka my experience working with patients in the hospital) these past few months have been incredible and extremely rewarding; the learning curve when you are actually doing what you love is unreal. In my dietetic internship, I see different patients every day. When you're a patient in the hosp

TKTW: The Number One Workout Secret That Will Change Your Life

Stefani Sassos

Sep 7, 2015
1 min

TKTW: The Number One Workout Secret That Will Change Your Life

Let’s start by exploring this common workout scenario… You make time during your busy day to go to the gym, do the same boring workout routine that you did in college, and see minimal results. We have all been there; that workout rut, where it seems like all the blood, sweat, and Lululemon pants were for nothing. If you’re tired, bored, or just not seeing the results you want with your current workout, there is still hope! A simple workout principle among the CrossFit communi

ELITE DAILY: 7 Ways You Can Be More Environmentally Conscious This Earth Day

Stefani Sassos

Apr 23, 2015
1 min

ELITE DAILY: 7 Ways You Can Be More Environmentally Conscious This Earth Day

April 22nd is Earth Day! On this wonderful day, take a moment to make some small changes to benefit our earth. Our world greatly influences our health, and our health can seriously influence our world. Read my latest Elite Daily article on 7 simple ways to be more environmentally conscious on this Earth Day, and in your normal routine. http://elitedaily.com/life/8-ways-unleash-inner-earth-child-earth-day/1007875/ Xoxo, Stefani #wellness #hydration #environment #health

ELITE DAILY: 5 Easy Ways To Eat Healthy While Eating Out

Stefani Sassos

Mar 25, 2015
1 min

ELITE DAILY: 5 Easy Ways To Eat Healthy While Eating Out

Millennials are constantly on the go. Whether you are running late to work, sprinting to the gym or meeting up with friends, it can be hard to find time to cook every meal at home. Read my latest Elite Daily article for tips on eating healthy away from home: Read the full article: http://elitedaily.com/life/5-easy-ways-eat-healthy-eating/973529/ Xoxo, Stefani *This article was originally published on Elite Daily. #elitedaily #nutrition #weightloss #maintenance #health #alcoho

POISE & PURPOSE: 5 Best NYC Indoor Workouts

Stefani Sassos

Mar 24, 2015
1 min

POISE & PURPOSE: 5 Best NYC Indoor Workouts

If you’re living in NYC or plan on visiting, the city is full of top workout classes and facilities. Here is my latest guest article for Poise & Purpose's sister magazine, Chic & Proper! This article features five of NYC’s latest workout crazes to get you in shape for the warmer months ahead. http://chicandproper.com/best-nyc-indoor-workouts/ Xoxo, Stefani #poisepurpose #workout #fitness #bikini #health

Stefani Sassos

Mar 16, 2015
2 min

The Best Time To Exercise

Hi friends! I hope everyone is doing well and keeping up with their healthy habits. I'm currently studying for my Certified Personal Trainer exam, and this got me thinking about the best time to train for your body. Personally, I like to workout first thing in the morning because I can get it out of the way before my day starts. Morning exercise also doesn't conflict with meetings, work, class, and other responsibilities throughout my day. However, in college I used to workou

ELITE DAILY: Ramp Up The Health: 10 Reasons Why Good Nutrition Really Matters

Stefani Sassos

Mar 13, 2015
1 min

ELITE DAILY: Ramp Up The Health: 10 Reasons Why Good Nutrition Really Matters

March is National Nutrition Month, an effort backed by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to inform the public on healthy food choices and promote physical activity. In honor of this amazing month, my latest Elite Daily article features 10 reasons why nutrition really matters. Check it out here and see for yourself why you should prioritize good nutrition: http://elitedaily.com/life/ramp-health-10-reasons-good-nutrition-really-matters/957228/ Xoxo, Stefani #nutrition #hea