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10 Fall Fitness Tips

The color of the leaves show me that the fall season is alive and well. But so are we, and we should take full advantage of that. One fall fitness tip that I have is to take advantage of the weather. This is the perfect time of the year for walking or cycling. Park trails and hiking areas allow for not only physical activity but beautiful scenery. A second fall fitness tip is to look into signing up for a Zumba or aerobics class. Or try something adventurous like a dance class. A third fall fitness tip is to involve … Continue reading →

Developing a Fitness Plan

So you’re ready to get off your duff and get moving? You might feel a bit overwhelmed about developing a fitness plan…but you don’t have to be. First, write down your plan. I prefer to type mine up. There is something about seeing your plan in writing that makes it easier to stick to. My current plan looks this way: Monday – Cardio- Tuesday – Arms Wednesday – Core Thursday – Legs Friday – Core Your plan could look very different. You may have instead, the days you will go to the gym, the days you will walk or whatever … Continue reading →

Get Rid Of Technology Once In a While

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As parents we are all looking for ways to keep our children busy. As single parents the evenings are short and there is so much to do, we need something to occupy the kids so we don’t feel quite so guilty for working on the report for work or doing another three loads of laundry and scrubbing the bathroom. Unfortunately, for most of us, the easiest entertainers are electronic. We plop the kids in front of a movie or allow them some extra video game time so we can get done what we need to do. I’m not saying that … Continue reading →

You Can Have a Successful Fitness Routine

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. Too often we have the end result in mind. We are fixated on losing a certain number of pounds, fitting into that dress, or being ready for the summer season. What we have to focus on is the here and now. A routine is something you do without even … Continue reading →

Fitness for the Beginner

Since its Spring I have to assume that there will be some beginners out there. You may have spent the entire winter season indoors, enjoying your couch and decided to wait until the warmer weather to begin a fitness routine. If you are a beginner the most important thing you should know is to start slow. While the idea of jumping into a fitness plan head-on might sound like the best way to go, it really isn’t. You will get quickly discouraged and lose the motivation to keep going. If you have never exercised before, do not start off by … Continue reading →

Help Build Your Kid’s Brain

Forget about preventing obesity and reducing the risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes, getting your kids to exercise on a regular basis can actually make him smarter. According to a new study, exercise can make a child’s brain bigger. Translation: If you want a smarter kid, use your own brain and encourage him to get moving… and if you are really smart, you will run a few laps with him. This, according to researchers at the University of Illinois. The new study consisted of two parts: The first featured 9 and 10-year-olds, who were divided into two groups, one deemed … Continue reading →

Lowe’s Build and Grow Clinics: 6/26/10 and 7/10/10

Wooden Monster Truck Lowe’s is offering a free building clinic for your children. On 6/26/10, Saturday, the kids will be making a wooden monster truck. Wooden Ball and Cup Game Lowe’s is offering a free clinic for your children on Saturday, 7/10/10 at 10 a.m. The kids will be making a ball and cup game out of wood. These events will take place at your local Lowe’s at 10 a.m. The first 50 children to register at 10 a.m. will receive a kit, an apron, goggles, a patch of their project theme and a certificate stating their accomplishment. A waiver … Continue reading →

Fitness for Your Emotions

It might be the last thing you think about when you are feeling down but did you know that exercise can put you in a better mood? Think about what you typically do when you are feeling down. Many of us probably turn to food, sit in front of the television or do some other mindless activity. We do these things because they seem to have a numbing affect on us. What happens after you have eaten that whole bag of chips or wasted hours in front of the television? Do you feel any better? No. In fact, you usually … Continue reading →

Fitness Magazine/Fitness Website Review

Fitness magazine is one of the top-selling fitness magazines. One of my favorite magazines it has all kinds of good information in it for anyone wanting to stay in shape. Topics include subject areas, such as weight loss, health, recipes that are good for you, beauty and working out. It is a good read and I have picked up so many tips on staying fit. I cannot say as one section of the magazine was better than the other, as they are all fantastic and helpful for those wanting to shed some extra pounds. A one-year subscription is reasonable and … Continue reading →

Emotional Fitness

I discovered something new and very fulfilling to do while I am walking on my treadmill. I pray. Even if prayer isn’t your thing, you might find meditation or just thinking to be great ways to spend time walking on your treadmill. Here’s why I like to pray while walking on my treadmill. I find that when I am walking my mind is less cluttered. I’m not keeping busy with a million activities. I’m just walking and so that requires my mind to settle somewhere. When I walk and pray, I think of all kinds of situations that are weighing … Continue reading →