The sun is shining, the weather is perfect, and out come all the runners putting one foot in front of the other as they head down the road. They wave to you and smile as they pass you, and you wonder, what the heck makes those people want to do that?! And how is it […]
Exercise
Tips for Exercising With Your Dog
We all love our dogs like family and would love to be able to include them in all parts of our lives. While we (sadly) can’t bring our dogs everywhere, we can include them in another activity many of us do daily: exercising! Like us, our dogs need daily exercise including long walks and playtime. […]
Springtime Exercise Tips for the Outdoors
The temperature is finally going up, and the gateway season to the summer has arrived: Springtime! Everyone is making their way outside, but with all the beauty of the Spring comes some not-so-great parts about the season: pollen, allergies, sneezing, itchy eyes, and using lots of tissues. All of these are valid reasons why you’ll […]
5 Tips for Moms Finding the Time to Exercise
Image by Mallory Matson Time is basically nonexistent once you become a mom. Am I right? So I don’t blame you for chuckling when I tell you I’m going to help you “find the time” to exercise. Time’s not lost like your son’s Iron Man Lego piece, or your husband’s favorite baseball cap. Time is […]
Quick Workout for Your Much Needed Afternoon Energy Boost
Energy. We look for it on Wednesday mornings and weekday afternoons when we’re at our lowest point yet there’s a good amount of the workday left to get through. Most of us will reach for a cup of coffee to bring in that much needed boost. But what if I told you could do without […]
8 Tips for Choosing the Right Running Race For You
Image by Peppe702 Choosing the best race for you depends on a variety of factors you should take into consideration in order to achieve your personal goals. If you’re new to running, or just new to running in organized races, here are some tips to help you pick the best one to start.
Preventing the Negative Effects of Exercise
Image by Take Back Your Health Conference 2015 LA We all know how important exercising is for your health. Yet what some don’t know is that despite all the positive health benefits from exercising, exercise can take a negative toll on your body if you don’t properly use the best recovery methods. In fact, in […]
Stretches for Any Time of Day
One of the most important, but often overlooked aspects of fitness is stretching. No, I’m not talking about turning-into-a-pretzel-at-hot-yoga-type stretching. I’m talking about a general, gentle stretching you should be doing everyday. While it’s accepted that a mix of strength training and cardio are crucial for your health, maintaining flexibility of your muscles is equally […]
Staying Active and Exercising in Cold Weather
The beginning of the year is a time where many people start their New Year’s resolutions, including that of being more active. But once you take a look outside your window and see snow falling or people walking around in big puffy jackets, it can be difficult to find the motivation to get moving. I’m […]
The Ultimate 20 Minute At-Home Workout
Don’t have any equipment at home? Don’t have enough time for a long workout? Well, here’s the workout for you to challenge your whole body without needing any fancy equipment or gyms. In my experience, the best workouts are those that mix in strength with bursts of high intensity intervals for a cardio benefit. When […]
