Winter-proof your workout

Winter hit us last night. There's my neighbor's pumpkin. He looks like he's been hit with a snowball! Just last week we were playing in unseasonably warm weather. Today it's 27 degrees and more snow is forecast. By the weekend? Who knows. What I do know, is that if you live in an area that …

So, you think YOU can dance?

Yesterday, I wrote about my love of the Fox show, So You Think You Can Dance. It's a fantastic show, showcasing quality dancers and compelling personalities. The producers (or whoever) have formulated brilliant television. But really, it's all about the dancing. If I could come back in another life, and get to choose my talent, …

The value of a little healthy comparison

It's probably obvious by now, but I really like the gym. Duh, of course I do. I chose a career where I go to the gym for my job, so it makes sense I enjoy spending time there, both as a trainer and a worker-outer. At this point, you might be thinking, "I'm sorry, but there …

Time to get creative

I talk a lot about leading a healthy, well-rounded, active life. Fitness means more to me than just logging miles on the treadmill, and I hate sitting inside for too long, especially on a sunny summer day. But, just like everyone else, I've got a to-do list as long as my arm–errands to run, bills …

Cameron arms

Yesterday I drooled over how awesome Cameron Diaz's body looked at the Oscars. Badow! Then I mentioned I'd give some tips for an Oscar-worthy workout of your own. If you read the post about HIIT awhile back, you've got a head start. If you've been DOING the workout, you're in even better shape. Literally. High Intensity …

Hire a personal trainer–part one

Valentine's is over, and the love is gone. Today I'm feeling feisty so I'm going to ask you straight: how ya doin' on those S.M.A.R.T. goals? Hmmm, not so good, maybe? If you are chugging right along with your goals, then good on ya. You should still read this post, because as I pointed out …

Runner’s high

Or, "37 minutes in heaven." Or, "En fuego." Or just, "Heck yeah!" All titles I considered at one point or another for today's post. I couldn't really decide on the best, so I shared them all. But why this abundance of creativity? Why this happy, happy tone? Because yesterday, I ran. Not just the dinky …

The HIITs keep coming

I know, that you know, that I know that music is the magic in your workout. And if you are going to HIIT it, you need some major motivation. Recently, I talked about getting your groove on, and suggested a few fun songs. Today, I'm going to give you a 20 minute-ish playlist (plus warm-up …

HIIT it!

No, that is not a typo in the headline. HIIT stands for high intensity interval training, and if you're not incorporating it into your workout, you are missing a great calorie burner and time saver. How could it possibly get any better than that? Workout for less time and burn more calories? Score! Oh yeah, …

Heart rate monitor, part deux

I got a new toy! Isn't she purty? This was my old heart rate monitor–a Polar F6. She was a good one while she lasted, but recently I lost part of the chest strap. I decided rather than replace the strap (not cheap), I'd  just get a new monitor. The price wasn't that different, and …