Recent Fitness Blog | Spring Forward to Action PostsJingle Bell Run/Walk 2009by Angel Lynn DiamondYesterday at 12:43 PMOn December 5, 2009, the Arthritis Foundation is having its yearly festivities with their Jingle Bell Run/Walk. This run/walk will raise money for, of course, those stricken with arthritis. Spring Forward to Action: It's a Wrapby Heather Long04 May 2007 04:57 AMGood morning and welcome to Friday. Today marks the end of the fourth week of our Spring Forward to Action challenge. Wow, four weeks went by quick. I started off this fitness challenge with the idea of building up endurance. Spring Forward to Action: Running Tips for Kidsby Heather Long03 May 2007 02:31 PMEncouraging our kids to get more exercise is a parent's duty. We need to kick them out of the house and off the video game players and out into the yard, to the park or to the playground where they can run. Where they can be kids, playing with other kids and being active. Spring Forward to Action: Week 4, Day 2: Happy May Day!by Heather Long01 May 2007 08:33 AMWelcome to the first day of May here in the Fitness Blog as we count down the last week of our Spring Forward to Action Challenge. How are you doing with your workout? As I described yesterday, I'm feeling pretty great about my workout. Spring Forward to Action: Week 4, Day 1by Heather Long30 Apr 2007 09:56 AMIt's the last official week of April, a technical distinction since May 1st begins tomorrow, but as this is our last week as part of the Spring Forward to Action challenge, let's talk about our workout goals for this week along with our workout style. Spring Forward to Action Week 3, Day 5: Creating Weekend Adventuresby Heather Long27 Apr 2007 03:58 PMIt's the end of the week and you may have spent a great deal of time this week working on your physical activities, your day to day jobs and taking care of your house and family. Chances are, you're as ready for the weekend as I am. Spring Forward to Action Week 3, Day 4: Turning Down Free offersby Heather Long26 Apr 2007 07:27 AMThere was a special going on at a local fitness club this week and they called to invite me in to enjoy the benefits of this special offer. For a few minutes of my time, I could go in and enjoy a ten-minute tour of the facility. Spring Forward to Action Week 3, Day 3: Bad Habits & Exerciseby Heather Long25 Apr 2007 07:42 AMI've talked about making exercise a habit before. A good habit is one that is beneficial to you and helps you to feel good in positive ways. Regular exercise can increase dopamine levels in your brain. Dopamine is the chemical that increases your feelings of well being, joy and elation. Spring Forward to Action Week 3, Day 2: It's Raining, It's Pouringby Heather Long24 Apr 2007 07:37 AMStorm clouds are gathering outside and the gray sky is oppressive. It's hard to regret the rain during a time when my area desperately needs it. We've been in a severe drought since last year and many of our local bodies of water have been significantly decreased. Spring Forward to Action Week 3, Day 1: Where Are We?by Heather Long23 Apr 2007 07:33 AMHas it really been two full weeks since we got started? I'm thinking it's time for a change. I've said from the get go that this year's Spring Forward to Action program is about building endurance and regaining my personal strength. Recent Blog Comments BrooklynGym says... "It's so important to read tips like this, working with a gym that is dedicated solely to women's fitness." gspickles says... "I would agree always check that your insurance covers any potential damage to a trampoline." |
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