Lifestyle

Advice: Melyssa Ford Shares How You Can Tell Your Boo You Want a HIV Test

So I was dating this guy once (God, he was hot!) and it was super hard (excuse the pun) to refrain from jumping his bones every time I laid eyes on him. But I was trying to be good, and I wanted us to get to know each other to see if we went beyond physical compatibility. ERRRRRRRRK! Pump the breaks! Even though I’m a Scorpio and horoscope books tell…… Read More!


Melyssa Ford: Cheers To Your Health With HIV/AIDS Prevention

It’s December! The holiday season is in full swing.  While many are calculating expenses to get Christmas gifts and and anticipating going home for the holidays, you may not know is that December is also AIDS Awareness Month. It may seem strange to focus on such a serious subject in the middle of such a festive season.  But what better time to highlight the importance of HIV/AIDS awareness than when…… Read More!


Jennifer Hudson Shows Off Her Sexy On The Cover Of Redbook Magazine [Photos]

Jennifer Hudson conquered the challenges of overcoming obstacles when she won a grammy after losing on American Idol, winning the Oscar after starring in her first film, and surviving the death of three members of her family.  But she never thought she’d encounter such a battle fighting critics for getting healthier and losing weight. 


Jason Lee Get’s Moving With 2012 AIDS Walk In Los Angeles

This year has been a year of reflection. A year where I’ve spent a lot of time figuring out how to utilize my platform, my creativity, my passion, and my purpose in a way that could inspire others. I’ve been thinking, what have I gone through that could help bring others through. What is the common thread among every human being, every generation, and every socio-economic status of every individual.…… Read More!


Get Fit While Cooling Off: 5 Pool Workouts

Water is one of the best fitness tools: It provides resistance, which strengthens muscles and boosts cardio intensity. It also supports some of your weight, making workouts easier on joints and reducing injury. Aquatic exercises can help you heal faster too. Doctors often recommend them for people with joint injuries, infections or surgeries as a way to stay fit and shorten recovery time. The Wave Maker The wave maker works…… Read More!


Weekend Recipe: Chipotle Dijon Baked Salmon

We know damn near everybody loves Salmon! Who can resist that distinctive alluring aroma and the light flaky texture of a perfectly cooked Salmon as it passes over your lips.  Now that the work week is behind you, pamper your taste buds with this wonderful spicy salmon dish and unwind with your favorite bottle of white wine. Chipotle Dijon Baked Salmon 6 oz. Salmon Filet (Skin-On) 2 Tbsp of Dijon…… Read More!


Throw Down Thursday: Healthy Comfort Food Recipe

Since the rise of the obesity problem in America, more and more of my clients have been asking me to do some of there favorite comfort foods, but in a healthier manner.  Three of my favorites dishes to make are Oven Baked Fried Chicken,  Cranberry Whole Wheat Stuffing, and Cinnamon Walnut Candied Yams. The following are 3 delicious recipes guaranteed to satisfy your craving and not expand your waistline. Oven…… Read More!


Top 5 Exercise Myths

We’re all looking to maximize results while minimizing time and effort in the gym, right? That search for shortcuts has translated into a ton of myths about exercise. Here at IamJasonLee.com we don’t tolerate BS! We’re outing once and for all the top 10 myths about exercise. 1. Crunches flatten your stomach. Absolutely FALSE! Crunches alone won’t flatten your stomach, because there are no exercises to reduce fat in specific…… Read More!


5 Best Post-Workout Foods

As you’ve probably heard before, eating after a workout is crucial to getting the most out of your time spent at the gym. Here are the of the top five post-workout foods: 1. Smoothies Tasty and refreshing, a fruit smoothie is a great recovery food. While stopping at your local smoothie king is a great option if you’re pressed for time, your best bet is to make your own.Try this…… Read More!


Fitness: 30-Day Home Workout Plan

Too much time and too much money. Those are the two reasons I hear most often when I ask people why they don’t exercise. Here’s a free, 30-minute workout that you can do in the comfort of your own home and still get the results you are looking for. Workout 1: Squats Reps: 10 Sets: 4 Walking Lunges Reps: 16 Sets: 4 Side Squat Reps: 20 Sets: 4 Fire Hydrants…… Read More!


Kick It Up With Spice to Energize Your Life: Rihanna’s Secret to Vamping It Up

As the summer heats up so does the need for a bit or spice. Including a variety of spices such as red pepper flakes and cayenne along with fresh peppers such as chili, Serrano and habanero peppers can give you that extra boost of energy. According to a recent study from Australia’s University of Tasmania, people who added a significant amount of spices and peppers to their diets have experienced…… Read More!