Summer heat waves and the prospect of more time outdoors motivates Americans to reevaluate their dietary choices and improve their eating habits. A focus on health and well-being makes women’s fitness in particular a staple of the blistering mid-year months. Take control of your health with some fruits and veggies that will complement the effort you are making at the fun fitness class you are attending. Read on for 11 of the top choices to help gear up your fitness game.

Yes, a smoothie made with tomatoes may sound weird. However, making them part of a healthy diet is essential, especially for women. The benefits of fruits and vegetables, especially tomatoes, cannot be disputed. And if your diet could use a little color (…or a lot), smoothies is a great way to increase your intake of tomatoes.

Fitness trends come and go, some of which change the face of the industry. Science makes regular advances in the medical and biological fields, including in physical activity and its effects on the body.