Once we get revved up to go workout it’s tempting to take off at top speed. But going straight into a sweat session —without a proper warmup—is a recipe for disaster, and injury. If you start out too fast, you run the risk of pulling a muscle, tweaking a tendon, bone, or joint, or getting into …
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It’s the middle of the afternoon. You’ve got 42 unread messages, a demanding to-do list, an important networking happy hour after work, and a deadline that just got bumped up…. to tomorrow. What do you do? Maybe something in the kitchen will take the edge off…. there goes your healthy diet. In today’s non-stop working world, stress …
Want stronger butt, thigh, hip, ankle, lower back, and ab muscles? You should give balance training a try! Balance training exercises can help you perform well, stay injury free, and move happy. However, it’s an area often forgotten by fitness enthusiasts and sometimes even fitness pros. You’ll miss out on a multitude of benefits if you aren’t training balance …
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Do you suffer from “Gluteal Amnesia”? Here’s why it’s important to have a strong butt muscle and how to wake your butt up for a stronger body and more powerful life. “I like STRONG butts and I can not lie!” Having a strong, powerful, and active butt muscle does FAR more than help you look good …
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Wednesday night client drinks. Thursday night charity event. Friday night birthday party. Saturday brunch. Saturday evening dinner date. Sunday brunch round 2. Sunday night wine and dine with girlfriends. You love your social life but you hate what it’s doing to your health. Body and mind BURN out is next on the calendar if you …
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Every year around this time, gyms get the influx of new members wanting to get “beach-ready” bodies in time for summer. We go crazy trying to find the perfect “30 Days to Perfect Abs” workout and the right fad diet that promises to make us fit and fabulous by the time we need to get …
I often get questions about the most effective exercises for the abs. It seems everyone is looking for quality ways to tone their tummy in less time. There are countless exercises that target the abs, including fitness DVDs (Does “Six Pack Solution” sound familiar?) and even pricey machines that infomercials swear can help you. But …
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Looking for exercise motivation? Here’s one mantra that will help get you moving, ” You are only one workout away from a good mood” Photo credit Kuroda Studios “You are only one workout away from a good mood” People always ask me where I get my positive energy. I have a secret sauce. Its called …
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Sharing time with people you enjoy, delicious food, and unforgettable commercials – the SUPERBOWL is always a good time. But unfortunately, along with the fun of the party comes lots of calories and sitting (not really a winning combination). According to an article in the USA Today, Super Bowl parties are second to Thanksgiving when it …
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It’s January and New Years Resolution Season is in full force. Large bucket lists, extreme makeovers, ambitious personal or professional goals. Setting resolutions can be fun and inspiring, and I’m ALL for creating powerful visions that promote positive actions. Many people are with me, about 45 percent of Americans set goals starting in January. But for all …