Today I thought I would do two things for my readers. I’m going to give you an at home core routine that you can use to supplement your existing workout. But, before I give you this gem, I want to first talk a bit about the core. Nothing irritates me more than people who [...]
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Ready to get moving? This is a more advanced workout and not intended for beginners. However, you newbies may find a move or two that you like. It is a great mix of toning exercises combined with burst of cardio to keep that heart rate pumping. The only thing you need is a set of [...]
There’s an ugly little rumor going around gyms that foam rollers are just for massage or just for us girls. I think the rumor got started because most people don’t know the science behind foam rolling. Honestly, I used a foam roller for years and never knew why it worked until I started studying for my [...]
Hi all. Happy New Year!!! I hope everyone had a great night and are ready to work. Bit of advice – Leave 2010 in 2010. Start fresh. It’s a New Year and a perfect time to work on the new you! Some of you have asked for new bodyweight workouts and I thought today would [...]
Hi folks. I’m so honored to be a part of #JanGTD and I love what @FatGirlvsWorld has been doing with you in past #GTD challenges. For #JanGTD, we are going to be picking it up a notch and adding in some strength training routines. Although cardio is great, strength training is necessary to a [...]
Hey folks. I found another great challenge for you courtesy of Sweat and the City’s website. Check it out here: http://sweatandthecity.com/mydiary.html It’s another workout you can do right at home with no equipment. From what I see it’s the first of many to come. I did this today and loved it. You want to go [...]
THIS ONE IS FOR MY ADVANCED READERS ONLY. I don’t suggest my beginners try this. Instead, you folks keep it in mind for when you get stronger. This is one of my absolute favorites. I used to do this combination all of the time in law school and haven’t tried it awhile. It’s so advanced [...]
Hi everyone. I’m guessing that at least one of you is feeling guilty about all the food that you ate yesterday. The best advice I can give to you is not to dwell on that. Instead, get up, get moving, get back on schedule with your diet and get back to your workouts. Here’s an [...]
I know, I know – Thanksgiving is this week so you are all VERY busy. The gym rat in me says stop whining and just get it done!! But, the angel on my shoulder says at times people really can’t find the time. For those of you who still want to workout but REALLY can’t find an [...]
I know that many of you don’t have access to a gym. Some of you have also asked for an easier routine. Well, here’s a very basic bodyweight routine that you can do right at home. Modify as need be. For example, if you can’t do regular push ups, go to your knees or do [...]