Recent Fitness Blog Posts

You Can Have a Successful Fitness Routine

by Stephanie Romero

It can feel like a successful fitness routine is impossible. But I think many times that's because we are looking for instant results. We don't see the importance of building up our routine, learning how to be consistent and the hard work it takes to get where we want to be.

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Online Streaming of Fitness Classes

by Stephanie Romero

02 Feb 2012 12:39 PM

Today in my neck of the woods (Wisconsin), I am feeling pretty grateful for unseasonably warmer weather. Yesterday we hit as high as the mid 50's and today we are in the 40's. It is quite a contrast from a year ago when we were digging ourselves out after receiving more than two feet of snow.

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January Check In: New Year's Resolutions in Fitness

by Stephanie Romero

26 Jan 2012 02:47 PM

We are nearing the end of the month and it's time to do a check in. How are you doing on your New Year's resolutions in the area of fitness? Did you set new goals for the year 2012? What often happens is that in the excitement and prospect of a new beginning, we eagerly put a plan in place.

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Don't Let Winter Become an Excuse to Not Exercise

by Stephanie Romero

24 Jan 2012 07:04 AM

Lately I have been thinking a lot about spring. I am thinking about sunshine and warmth. I am thinking about those walks I love to take. For some reason the thought of warmer days seems more motivating when it comes to exercise.

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Yoga Boosts Energy and Reduces Fatigue in Breast Cancer Survivors

by Stephanie Romero

19 Jan 2012 07:59 AM

In my last Fitness blog I addressed the issue of yoga being a potentially dangerous form of fitness. Not that I believe yoga in itself is dangerous but I do agree that doing it wrong could lead to injuries.

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Is Yoga Dangerous?

by Stephanie Romero

18 Jan 2012 01:16 PM

There is a new report out that is stirring up quite a bit of controversy. The "New York Times" featured an article this past week on the dangers of yoga. Yoga seems to be such a soothing, tranquil form of exercise.

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The Benefits of a Fitness Ball

by Stephanie Romero

17 Jan 2012 12:48 PM

I am in the final segment of my "The Benefits of..." series. I am ending today with the benefits of a fitness ball, otherwise known as a stability ball. Now I am about to paint a really scary picture for you.

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The Benefits of Pilates

by Stephanie Romero

12 Jan 2012 08:08 AM

Pilates has become a very popular type of exercise over the years. Today we are going to be looking at the benefits to it. Ever been told to tuck in that stomach, or to stand up straight? One of the benefits to pilates is becoming more aware of your posture.

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The Benefits of Core Body Exercises

by Stephanie Romero

10 Jan 2012 07:28 AM

We have been looking at the benefits to different types of exercises. Today we will be talking about core body exercises, which focus on your abdomen going down to your lower torso.

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The Benefits of Stength Training

by Stephanie Romero

06 Jan 2012 12:15 PM

In today's blog we are going to be looking at the benefits of strength training. This form of exercise is a combination of flexibility exercises and cardio.

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