Ok, 2012 has come and so have the New Year’s resolutions.  Have you stuck to any of those resolutions to date?  Are you thinner?  Did you stick with that exercise program you promised yourself you would? Are you feeling great and getting back into shape?

It is so difficult to make changes for the better when life is just so busy and the kids need new shoes, work is challenging and you are just exhausted when you get home from work.   continue reading »

So you’re a gym rat, but you aren’t quite seeing the results that you wanted to, or maybe expected to? You’re running, you’re lifting, you’re doing yoga – but maybe you aren’t prepping your body the way that you should be in order to really reap the benefits, and feel the impact. continue reading »

Bodyweight exercises may be overlooked by some fitness experts, but the truth is they are very beneficial. Whether you’re doing squats or heel lifts, these exercises should not be overlooked. Here are just a few benefits of bodyweight exercises. continue reading »

Pregnancy brings so many changes that, when you’ve all sorts of important things to think about, maintaining your regular fitness regime is probably one of the last things on your mind. continue reading »

Dancing through life is actually a lot more responsible than it sounds. Dancing is a great way to keep your body and mind healthy; and it’s not just for the young. Studies show that dancing helps sharpen your mind, reduce stress, maintain your figure, stay limber and get out of your comfort zone. continue reading »

Calorie counting and tracking workout intensity through software can often be a bit of chore. FitRabbit is a mobile app (currently only supported for the iPhone) that puts a twist on traditional diet and fitness software by turning your fitness goals into a fun, social game. continue reading »

Exercising can be addicting. Many fitness buffs get a “rush” of adrenaline when they work out. They live by the motto of “No pain, No gain.” Scientifically, this slogan is accurate because the process of muscle-building requires stressing muscles to their limits, which causes micro-tears.

The body responds to this stimuli by feeding more nutrients to the muscle, which eventually results in a longer, stronger muscle. Unfortunately, if people overtrain, they might suffer any number of symptoms, including chronic fatigue, headaches and injuries. continue reading »

We all know that diet and exercise are vital elements of good health. No matter what the current “fad diet” is, or how advanced video games become, health care professionals still agree that maintaining a balanced diet and participating in a safe and productive exercise routine give you the best chance of being physically and mentally healthy. continue reading »

Here are six exercises that will help you tone your abs, arranged from least to most effective: continue reading »

If you are like most people, your day is already filled with work, taking care of the kids, soccer practice, dinner preparations and the dozens of other daily chores we must complete. Who has time to exercise?

Well, you may be surprised at the answer. As it turns out, you only need to carve out 30 minutes a day! If you still don’t think you have time for exercise, consider this: continue reading »