At Home Winter Living Room Workout
So we all know, we may not get to the gym during the Winter months; but how about getting fit at home in a living room workout? At home is a great way to exercise without having to leave your home. […]
Christmas Holiday Fitness Plan Tips 2017
Since the holidays are a busy time for most people; today’s post is holiday fitness tips to keep you on the right foot. Although this is a big month of parties and get together’s, it is important to stay focused on our health. […]
Seven Tips to Stay Sane During the Holidays
I do not start playing Christmas music in October. My decorations are still up on the top shelf of my garage and that's where they will stay until November 24th...not because I don't love Christmas! I do! But there is always a little bit of stress that comes along with it. Buying presents, visiting family and getting pulled into those White Elephant gift exchanges at work. But that's not the worst part. There is delicious food EVERYWHERE. Potlucks. Family gatherings. Tins of cookies, pumpkin pies and chocolate Santas in your stocking. It's never ending and everyone around you is saying, [...]
Benefits of Cardio Exercise Fitness Plan
When you’re just starting out exercising; a cardio exercise plan is one that should be at the top of your list. In the first place, any type of cardiovascular exercise will help your heart. […]
A New Workout – The Decision to Try is Half the Battle
How our brains think about trying a new workout If you want to do a triathlon, you should already be in great physical shape. You have to be able to swim, bike, and run for hours on end without any problems. To do yoga you have to be able to twist yourself into a pretzel. If you can't already do a headstand, don't even bother going to class. Zumba? You shouldn't show your face until you know all the choreography and have a professional grade dance outfit to wear while you merengue march circles around everyone else. What we should [...]
Fifteen Minute Treadmill Beginner Workout
So you’re ready to get back into fitness and the best way to start is to get on a treadmill. In the first place, a treadmill is a great exercise to work on your cardiovascular health. […]
National Health Education Week October 2017
So, National Health Education Week is the third full week in October. In the first place, this week is important in understanding health issues that affect everyone. […]
Looking Ahead While Recovering From an Injury
Getting started When I initially started working out at 22, I thought "This is the hardest thing I have ever done". My friend taught an indoor cycling class and I started attending on a regular basis. It was an hour-long class and I gave myself a big pat on the back for just going back every week. My reasons for going at first were to hang out with my new friend and try something different. But I soon became addicted to the rush of finishing a hard workout. I was becoming more social. And at the same time, getting healthier. [...]
The Only Three Moves You Need for an Effective Workout
It’s that time of year again. Summer is over, the kids are back in school and Christmas decorations are already going up in the stores. For a lot of us, summer makes staying physically active a lot easier. For one, you may be more likely to find a gym buddy since everyone is talking about working on their “beach body”. Plus of course, the warm weather means we are always outside! Any time spent outside is typically more active than time spent inside on the couch. Now winter is rolling around and between travel and the colder weather…you know the [...]