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How to avoid exercise burnout Human brains love novelty. We crave what feels new and exciting. That is even true with exercise. Think about how pumped you are to start a new fitness routine. In the honeymoon stage you are pretty committed. You show up and give it your all. Then, gradually, the thrill wanes […]

Exercise clothes that maximize your workout Looking for an easy way to boost performance? Look no further than your stash of workout gear. Researchers have found that what you wear can help with everything from preventing injury to improving performance and even psyching out your opponents. Here’s how to up your game.   Hot yoga […]

Making the most of hotel gyms Just because you’re on the road doesn’t mean you have to abandon your fitness routine. Head to the hotel gym. These tips will help you stay true to your workout track.   Go back to basics Most every hotel gym has a treadmill, bike and/or elliptical. Get on and […]

Motivate your partner to exercise The couple that plays together (is more likely to) stay together. If your partner would rather crash on the couch than hike or hit the gym, these tips can help motivate. Get your sweetie moving and rev up the romance, too.   Try some friendly competition A little trash talk […]

Of all the problem body parts commonly named, the belly is most often at the top of the list. If your tummy is your top problem spot these tips can help you trim that muffin top. Embrace new lifestyle habits Believe it or not high stress and low sleep can contribute to belly fat. If […]

We all have them…food cravings. Sometimes they’re driven by habit, other times by boredom and even hunger. Food cravings aren’t always harmful, but when they take us too far from our health goals its time to take action. Try these tips for fighting food cravings, and giving in to them, without getting too far off […]

Holiday parties and family gatherings, along with all the extra food and drink, can make it easy to get off track. That is unless you have a plan. Use these strategies to keep up with your fitness commitment. Why start all over in January when you can stay the course instead? Memorize a mantra Get […]

Another benefit of smaller goals is flexibility. If you hit your goal for the week – great! Set new goals for the next week. If you don’t hit your goal for the week – no need to beat yourself up. One bad week does not a failure make. Adjust your goal accordingly (was it realistic?) […]

While it’s important to have a well-rounded exercise routine that includes strength training, endurance, cardio, etc.  You never want to forget the importance of flexibility and toning. This article will dive a little deeper as to why the two should always be a part of your weekly routine and how they may go hand-in-hand. I’m […]

No matter what age, there are many benefits to following a good strength-training routine.  Exercises should be customized according to your age, goals and current physical stature.  Here are some guidelines to consider at your age when preparing to incorporate weight-lifting into an exercise routine: For the Young A lot of kids want to go […]