Archive for July, 2009

Mix it up!  When we workout, we want to constantly shock our systems.  Don’t get into the habit of doing the same three exercises every visit to the gym.  Make it challenging by moving in different ranges of motion during every workout.  You will see AND feel a… »

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Less is more rule!  Don’t spend hours at the gym wasting time on your cell phone or wandering around aimlessly.  Go in with a plan.  Know what you are going in to accomplish and focus on getting it done!  Thirty efficient minutes are much more productive than an hour of… »

Time of day is important when it comes to getting into shape.  Consistency on when you workout is key!  If you are a morning person, workout in the a.m.  If you are an evening person, workout in the p.m.  This trick will help your body adjust and hold itself accountable to a… »

Running out the door mach speed on your way to work without a healthy breakfast can lead to skipping breakfast entirely or grabbing a doughnut or fat laden breakfast sandwich on the way to your desk. After 10 plus hours overnight without food, your body needs to refuel its glucose levels.  Without a healthy breakfast,… »

Why dread that run today?  Instead of running, try adding 1 minute intervals  of jump rope with your normal strength routine.  Jumping rope in between strength sets is a great way to combine cardio and strength.  This allows for optimal caloric… »

Fiber is essential for regulating the body and known for preventing constipation, reducing the risk of digestive conditions, and lowering and controlling blood levels. Many people have discovered fibers ability to aid in weight loss. Fibrous foods generally require more chewing time, which gives your body time to register when you’re no longer hungry, so… »

Whether it is taking the junk food out of the house, limiting dessert to the weekends, or bringing lunch to work instead of eating out, there is always a way to modify and improve our eating habits. Be reasonable about the goals you set and stick to them!  Having a friend or family member on… »

While taking a stroll in the park, use a park bench for tricep dips.  Try 3 sets of 15 to 20.  If the benches are a good height, try doing some simple step ups in between tricep dip sets.  This will allow your arms to rest while still keeping your heart rate… »

When walking your dog around the block, try implementing some lunges into your normal route. 15 at each corner is a great start, this will give you an added bonus to your normal walk and will allow your dog more time to sniff the… »