I consider myself an occasional runner. Now and again, I get the urge to get out there and pound the pavement. I generally run 2-3 miles when I do, and I’m not out to set any records. I enjoy a leisurely jog around the block to get my blood pumping and my mind right. A few months ago, I was …
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Picture this. You’re clicking on all cylinders when it comes to health. You’ve made it to the gym regularly for a month, your nutrition is dialed in, and you’re feeling confident. You’re seeing progress, feeling motivated, and fairly certain that nothing can stop you now from reaching your health and fitness goals. Then you get an injury, take a family …
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One of the best things about working from home is that you can add a bit more movement into your day without being awkward. While I used to work at a company where we routinely took a break to do team planks, I wasn’t about to bring my kettlebell or resistance band to my desk to do exercises by myself. …
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Committing to a workout plan can feel like a massive undertaking. You’ll need to find time in an already hectic schedule, and at first glance, it may not seem feasible. But taking time to consider your goals, find the right activities, and schedule your workouts could be just what you need to get the ball rolling. Use the steps below …
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Most people who want to get in shape are looking for a way to do the least possible amount of work for the quickest results. While any workout regimen requires discipline and consistency, HIIT may be the closest type of training to get maximum results with the least time commitment. What is HIIT? HIIT, or high-intensity interval training, is a …
Basics of a HIIT Workout: What It Is & How To Do It Read More »
Sedentary lifestyles are not only becoming increasingly common in our society, but they can be incredibly damaging, especially for cardiovascular health. Some have gone so far as to call sitting the new smoking. If that’s not enough to get you up off your rump and moving, I’m not sure what is. To enhance overall health, we must seek to incorporate …
Strength training is a critical component of fitness for men and women. But many women are hesitant to do so while men seem to naturally waltz around the weight room like they own the place. I’ve heard tons of different excuses over the years from female friends and strangers on why they hesitate to participate in strength training: I don’t …
As young children, we’re taught that we need to warm-up before participating in physical activity. I have fond memories of “circling up” with my soccer girls to partake in a series of dynamic stretches designed to loosen us up before a match. But as adults, we’re often short on time, trying to fit in a workout between responsibilities at home …
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