• The Six-Pack Effect: Fitness as the Modern Status Symbol

    Some might argue that I have fitness credentials. I have finished two marathons along with a few half marathons and at least 35 shorter races. I have had a gym membership without interruption for all of my adult life. Recently, I tried a Bikram yoga class. The instructor advised me (and the other newbies) to […]

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  • Training Hard: Why It’s So Important To Recover!

    Have you just pounded it out at the gym, and sweated more than you have in months? There’s good news and bad news. The bad news? No matter how ‘high’ you got with that 7 mile run, you’re going to have to give your body a day or two of rest. The good news? When […]

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  • Why Failing a Workout Can Be Your Best Bet to Hit Your Goals

    Why Failing a Workout Can Be Your Best Bet to Hit Your Goals

    You just pushed yourself out of your comfort zone and into the weight room. It’s been a wild couple of weeks, because you’ve sweated more than you ever have, lifted more than you thought you could, and pushed yourself past all limitations you’ve set for yourself in the past.  But, despite your successes, you’re still […]

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  • Why do you need extra calories?

    Why do you need extra calories?

    If you’ve been ‘battling the bulge’ since the beginning of the New Year (and seriously regretting your indulgence mindset from the holidays), then you know how weight loss goes. You can’t lose weight if you consume more calories than you burn. So, stop depriving your body of calories after an action packed workout! Read on […]

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  • Wedding Workout: Exercises All Brides Love!

    Wedding Workout:  Exercises All Brides Love!

    You met. You fell in love. He proposed, and pretty soon you’ll be saying “I do.” Now, one of the most exciting moments of the wedding process…getting in shape, looking amazing and feeling sexier than you’ve ever felt before! Your ‘big day’ is all about creating a once in a lifetime moment. From the perfect […]

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