Category: Exercise
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Day Hiking: Staying Active with Toddlers
Disclosure: This is a paid sponsored post by Sverve on behalf of Stayfree®. All opinions, comments, and suggestions are my own. When we moved from snowy Illinois to warm California earlier this year, we knew we wanted to take advantage of all of the great activities that our area had in store for us. We… Read more
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Stroller Workout for Busy Moms
At the beginning of the year, I took on a new exercise and diet regimen that consisted of me going to the gym 5 times a week. It was working out well for me, and then my husband got a new job. Gone were the early mornings “me time” workouts. I could only squeeze in… Read more
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Positive Attitude Moms: 7 Powerful Ways to Stay Positive
Being a mom, whether you are a stay-at-home mom or a working mom, can take a huge toll on your mind, body, and soul. Regardless if you have one or 10 kids, there are days where you really need a breather from all that goes on in your daily life. Occasionally we all get the… Read more
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5 Tips for Staying Fit at Your Desk Job
It is no doubt that long commutes and even longer work days create an environment of inactivity. Sedentary lifestyles, such as a desk jobs, increase the risk of obesity, Type 2 Diabetes, lower back pain, and cancer. It is imperative for the modern worker to maintain a healthy weight and get adequate exercise. Below… Read more
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So You Want a Healthy Lifestyle?
As a personal trainer and healthcare provider, I often get asked what is the best exercise and diet to maintain good health. It is actually quite shocking how many people are not aware of what it takes to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Adopting a consistent diet and exercise regimen are essential to good health and… Read more
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Burn Fat in 30 Days
Body weight and shape are determined by a combination of muscles, fluid and body fat. Losing body fat is the primary means of losing weight and can be accomplished in a variety of means from aerobic conditioning to strength training activities. read more Related articles Nutrition Kids Need to Grow Cardio or Strength… Read more
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Is Childhood Obesity Avoidable?
Childhood obesity is on the rise in the United States and globally. The Centers of Disease Control reports that childhood obesity has virtually tripled in the past 30 years. The definition of overweight is an excess of body weight whereas obesity is an excess body fat. A sedentary lifestyle, physical inactivity and poor diet are… Read more
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4 Tips to Build Lean, Sexy Muscle
When I started on my fitness journey, I set out to lose as much weight as possible in the shortest amount of time. As the weeks turned into months, I began to realize that the old adage “slow and steady wins the race” was the best approach to combat my weight loss endeavors. Through time… Read more
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10 Effective Workouts That Work
Summer is just around the corner. With the brutal winter we had, it is no wonder that everyone is out and about so much lately. Amidst a busy life of work, family, and other personal/professional obligations, it sometimes feels like weight loss is a daunting feat. But the pursuit of a strong and healthy body… Read more
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30 Minute Stationary Bike Workout
While it’s frequently disregarded at the gym, a stationary exercise bike may be just the thing you need for your fitness goals if you want convenience and accessibility. The stationary bike can assist you in burning a lot of calories and toning your legs, rain or shine. Use the stationary bike as part of… Read more