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All You Need Is 30 Minutes a Day

When it comes to exercise, is more of it better? You may sometimes question whether or not the recommended 30 minutes a day of exercise is beneficial. I know a few people who don’t believe this because they don’t feel satisfied unless they have gotten in 45 to 60 minutes of exercise. For some reason, the 30 minutes can feel like it’s not enough. Well, a small study says differently. Whether you exercise for 30 or 60 minutes a day, you end up losing the same amount of weight. I think it’s the mindset that if you work out more, … Continue reading →

Tips for Post Partum Exercise

There is a lot to be said about post partum exercise. Whether the motivation is to lose pregnancy weight, get fit after baby, or to simply get back into the routine (all of these are my motivation to exercise post partum), there are a number of things that you can do to make your post partum workouts a success. First and foremost: mental preparation. You need to get it in your head that you are going to start working out as soon as you are physically able be it four weeks post partum or twelve weeks post partum. Based on … Continue reading →

Burning Calories Inside this Winter

As the weather gets colder many begin to shut down and hibernate for the winter. The hibernation you put yourself in can lead to a very overweight spring. It is important to stay active all year long regardless of the weather otherwise your consumed calories will sneak up on you. I have a tendency to stay indoors and home more during the winter months. Staying home has never been good for the size of my hips. To combat that I had to find ways to stay active indoors during those cold gray months. Activities to Keep You Moving During the … Continue reading →

Burn Calories with Stair Sprinting

Looking for an easy, free way to burn calories? You don’t have to invest into an expensive machine and you probably don’t have to go anywhere. You just need to find a set of stairs in your home and you are ready to go. I have always enjoyed stair stepping, which is something I do with my Wii board. However to take your exercise up a notch, you might try stair sprinting. Instead of just walking up and down a step (as you do in stair stepping), you take sprints up stairs. If you don’t have a set of stairs … Continue reading →

Do I Need To Spend Money To Lose Weight?

Question: I hear about people dieting and losing weight successfully on all kinds of different plans that cost money. I am on a limited income and cannot afford to do this. Can I still lose weight without joining any type of program? Answer: One pound equals 3,500 calories. The combined efforts of decreasing your food intake and increasing the amount of calories that you burn due to exercise less 3,500 calories will lower your weight by that one pound. You do not have to be on any special program that costs you money to lose weight. If you devise a … Continue reading →

Factors to Consider When Exercising at the Beach

The beach is a great place to work on your tan, but it’s also a fabulous place to work on your physique. There are dozens of exercises you can do at the beach that will provide you with tremendous health benefits. What’s more, the sun, fresh air and gorgeous views serve as distractions that help make working out more tolerable. While cross training at the beach is a wonderful way to burn calories and sculpt your body, there are some factors you should consider before hitting the sand, including: *Sun safety: Before you begin your beach workout, remember to apply … Continue reading →

Do I Need To Measure My Food?

Almost everyone knows that 3,500 calories equals one pound. In other words, if you want to lose one pound of weight you would need to take in 3,500 less calories to do this. The key to all of this is counting your calories and exercise. Although I do not add in my calories burned while exercising (I guess I just figure it as bonus calories subtracted), I do count my calories. If I did not count my calories, I would be in serious trouble. The great thing about dieting is that once you start losing a few pounds your self-esteem … Continue reading →

Biggest Fitness Mistakes

If you are a female looking to lose weight as expeditiously as possible, a new study says you need to kick up your fitness routine. Researchers say that one of the biggest mistakes women make at the gym, is thinking their available workout time is best spent completing cardio exercises — often at the same pace the entire time. However, studies show rather than doing 45 minutes of cardio work at a steady (and relatively easy) pace, women can burn more fat and calories if they complete intense cardio work, and also incorporate some strength exercises. Bottom line: Women, who … Continue reading →

Spring Into Spring with an Outdoor Workout

With the weather warming up (at least in some places), you might consider moving your fitness routine outdoors. Whether it’s a bike ride around the neighborhood or a hike at your favorite state park, the opportunities to burn calories in the great outdoors are seemingly endless. If you enjoy soaking up the scenery while you sweat, then consider signing up for one of the following outdoor races being offered across the country this spring: April 4th–Pole Pedal Paddle (Jackson, Wyoming). Enjoy the Tetons as a backdrop for this skiing, biking and boating race. April 16-19–Sea Otter Classic. A biking competition … Continue reading →

Banishing Back Bulge

Most people complain of bulging bellies and buttocks, but there are just as many individuals who are self conscious about back fat. Unfortunately, like its stubborn counterparts, there isn’t one specific exercise that will make it go away. According to fitness experts, when it comes to storing fat, our bodies dictate where it accumulates. Even more disheartening is the fact that there is no way to spot reduce these fatty areas. Basically, banishing back fat can only be accomplished by combining cardiovascular exec rise with a healthy diet, and strength training. An effective fitness regime includes fat burning exercises, a … Continue reading →