Category: Waistlines
4 Tips to Re-Shape Your Body
You want to hit a healthier weight, but never seem to have the time to get into a regular workout routine, or put together a plan to eat better. What if you didn’t have to plan and prep to make a difference? Here are a few simple changes you can make in your lifestyle right [...]
Five Signs You Need to Change Your Workout
If you’re tired of the same workout, or just not seeing the same results as you used to, it’s probably time to change things up. Here are five signs that it’s time to change your routine. 1. No Motivation Your iPod is fully loaded. You spent an hour (or more if you’re like me) on [...]
No Excuses (Spinning) Workout #13
Back in the day I used to teach Spinning®. I almost always taught at 6:00am. Like working out for anyone, getting out of bed well before the sun rises wasn’t always easy, but was always worth it. Always. I loved teaching, and had a core group of “usuals” that were completely devoted. I don’t teach [...]
Quick and Healthy Parmesan Asparagus with Balsamic Reduction
The other morning I made a simple Parmesan asparagus with balsamic reduction for brunch. It turned out great and tasted terrific. Aside from flavor, there are so many other reasons why Asparagus is up at the top of my list of favorite vegetables. Prebiotics: We’ve all heard of probiotics, or good bacteria for your belly, [...]
No Excuses Workout #12
This cardio/strength combo workout, in it’s entirety, will take you about 60 minutes to wrap up. Each strength combination set should repeat three times. Time Saver Tip: If you’ve got to wrap the workout up in less than an hour, you can shave off one or two of the sets and still get a lot [...]
Four Diet & Exercise Myths
1. Fat Free is Always Better Not necessarily true! Fat is an important component of our daily diet. Your body is a clever machine. Ultimately, your body will begin to store fat on its own if you don’t give it what it needs from food. Eating healthy fats, including olive oil, coconut oil, nuts and [...]
No Excuses Workout #11
It’s been a while since I posted a workout. Here is a good one that really hones in on shoulders and legs, particularly the quadriceps, while focusing on endurance. Most of my workouts will have running as the default cardio exercise, but really, any cardio will suffice. Treadmill, elliptical, stair climber, stationary bike, pool – [...]
3 Important Muscles to Always Keep Strong
I posted this article last summer. I’m re-posting as it’s always a good idea to remember the *key* muscles that are important to our mobility and injury prevention. When it comes to fitness, there isn’t necessarily one mode of exercise that is better than another. If done properly, just about any workout can be great. [...]
Discretionary Calories
Sunday morning I met a few girlfriends for brunch. We have a standing date, every six weeks, to catch up and enjoy some good food. Six weeks may sounds like a long stretch, but throw work, kids and travel into the mix and those six weeks fly by. Our restaurant of choice, called Fork, was [...]
Comfortably Uncomfortable – Raise Your Body’s Bar
When you work out, how hard do you push yourself? Whether you’re going for a run, practicing yoga, or lifting weights – if you constantly exercise at the same level with no real effort that raises the bar a little higher, you’re cheating yourself out of potential benefit. Our bodies are truly remarkable and do [...]
