Nutrition and Weight Training for Women
Starting a new workout program is almost always exciting – or at least it should be! Before you get too crazy though, remember that it’s important to do a few things first. Knowing these things before you start will allow you to “see” what you’ve accomplished along the way which will help you stay motivated. [...]
When I say Christmas hangover, I’m not even talking about just alcohol. I’m talking about all the Christmas “stuff” in general. For example: holidays dinners, gift wrapping, gift unwrapping, lame comments, traffic, loud voices, dogs rubbing their back on the Christmas tree – toppling it and a cat who has managed to knock off every [...]
*Disclaimer: My husband came up with the title for this post and it made me laugh so I had to use it! I asked him for an idea for a title and he spit this out like a reflex as soon as I asked. He’s a pretty quiet guy but when stuff does come out [...]
There are many reasons to be choosey when it comes to buying workout clothes. The clothes you pick can ultimately make or break your workout, and if you aren’t comfortable in them, you won’t be as motivated to get out there and exercise. When you shop for workout clothes there are a few things you [...]
The inspiration for this blog post comes from the Fitness Blog World community. How Did I Get Where I am Today? If you ask any fitness model, professional bodybuilder or other fitness enthusiast why they’re so into living the fit life, chances are there’s some kind of story behind it. If people didn’t have a [...]
The leaves are turning color and the seasons are about to change again. Well, I guess they have already since it’s now fall, but fall in Minnesota is very short! Snow, ice and sleet will be here before we know it and we can’t do anything about it. So, we’ll “work it”! When the seasons [...]
Me too. I wish I could say that I am but I failed the certification test that I took last weekend, by 3%. You have to achieve a score of at least 62% in order to pass and I got 59%. I took the fail pretty hard because I was sure I would pass. The [...]
I think challenges are a great way to stay focused on a long-term goal which is why I’ve elected to participate in the hardest challenge yet. Well, at least for me. Although I’ve come a long way with my running I think there’s always room for improvement, which is why I’m participating in a running [...]
Okay, I should just quit this challenge after these last couple weeks. However, I’m simply going to keep chugging along and just work with what I’ve got. The two biggest obstacles I’ve had is being diagnosed with a UTI and having my toenail ripped almost completely in half (across my toe, halfway down the nail!) [...]
This post is long overdue and is a part of a fitness blogging network over at Fitness Blog World. If you have a fitness blog, you should participate! How Has Fitness Changed Your Closest Relationships? The first relationship I have to talk about is the one with my husband. HE’S the one who got me [...]
Another week has come and gone, we’re now in week 6 of the Beat the Heat Summer Challenge! Thankfully the weather has been cooler and less humid here the past couple days, it makes it a lot more manageable to workout. Sucks when you walk across the street to your mailbox and start sweating immediately. [...]
Can I just say I suck at challenges? Cuz I do. I’m running less now than I did BEFORE I started this challenge. I think challenges really stress me out and then I just freeze. Sounds pretty stupid now that I really think about it. Fitness frustration aside, my husband and I are going through [...]
Welcome to Week 4 of the Beat the Heat Summer Challenge! So first up, my positive photo: This is my oldest son Blake who just turned 8 last week! Can’t believe it. He’s a trooper and I’m so proud of him for so many reasons. Love you B! What have you done this week towards [...]
This is really, really late. Week 3 of the Beat the Heat Summer Challenge was pretty much a FAIL for me as far as working towards my goals goes. Ah well. I took full advantage of our 4-day vacation and loved every minute of it! I contemplated skipping this Week 3 post considering tomorrow starts [...]
The second week of the Beat the Heat Challenge is now underway! If you missed week 1, you can view the beginning of the challenge here. 1. What progress have you made on your goals this week? Well damn. I only got 2 workouts in this past week along with my weekly 5K run. Laziness [...]
Changing your workouts frequently can help you stay on track towards your fitness goals. When I’m doing traditional strength training exercises I generally change my routine every 4 weeks. It keeps things interesting! So where do I find new workouts to do? Lemme share. Magazines. Do you subscribe to fitness mags? If not, you’re really [...]
First things first, if you’re interested in getting involved with this challenge, please e-mail Rebecca (the host of this challenge) at weightwars {at} aol {dot} com to be added to the official mailing list. Now, on with the challenge! I have decided to join the Beat the Heat Summer Challenge because I can always use [...]
You know what? We all have challenges and not one of us is perfect. Even the most “successful” person on the planet has their own personal challenges that they struggle with from time to time. I believe the biggest challenge that I face when it comes to physical fitness is: my kids. (current ages: almost [...]
If you haven’t yet gotten yourself an interval timer to help with interval training, there is something you can use in the meantime. I have two Gymboss Interval Timers but I haven’t been able to find either one. It’s a combination of not using it lately for interval workouts and preparing to move so we’re [...]
Summer feels like it’s finally arrived! Depending on where you live, the summer months tend to bring intense heat and humidity. It’s important to adjust your summer exercise program to help avoid the added complications that can occur due to higher temperatures. Avoid the midday sun. The highest temperatures of the day are usually between [...]
It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of fitness model and freelance writer Jamie Eason. The first time I saw her was while shopping at Bodybuilding.com for my husband quite a while ago and now she happens to be the official spokesperson for them. She also has her own monthly column in Oxygen magazine. [...]
If you’re getting bored in the gym, there are still plenty of activities that you can participate in that will help you burn calories. Sometimes it’s just necessary to take a break from the “norm” and do something that you really enjoy doing. Did you play sports as a child? Is there something you’ve always [...]
I can’t tell you how often I’ve brought up interval training since I started this blog almost 3 years ago. The stuff really works if you’re trying to blast body fat. Studies have even shown that high intensity interval training actually burns more fat than steady cardio. The reason is because during interval training you [...]
So many people assume that you have to spend hours in the gym every. single. day. in order to sculpt the perfect body. That really couldn’t possibly be further from the truth. Have you ever calculated how long you’re actually lifting weights during your workouts? I timed my sets yesterday (with the help of my [...]
Video game systems have been around for decades. I was just looking at old photos the other day from when I was very young and there was an Atari in the background! It is estimated that around 45% of adults play video games and it’s interesting that obesity rates are now at their highest levels [...]
