Thursday, December 24, 2015

Stay-At-Home Mom Loses 45 Pounds In the Comfort Of Her Home



Stay-At-Home Mom Loses 45 Pounds In the Comfort Of Her Home: "Joanna Boyles couldn’t afford a gym membership and had a terrible diet full of sugary cereals, granola bars, chocolate bars and creamy pastas. Distressed by the fact that her previously fit body had completely disappeared, she decided to make a real changed."



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How to Restore an Old Bike | Bicycling

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How to Restore an Old Bike | Bicycling: "Bicycling’s designer shares how he restored a broken 1976 Raleigh Sprite into a cool town bike, and gives some tips for buying and restoring vintage or used bicycles"



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15 Way Too Relatable Gym Confessions (Photos) | BodyRock

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15 Way Too Relatable Gym Confessions (Photos) | BodyRock: "ou’re not the only one to have a love-hate relationship with working out. Many people find it an act of force to get into gear. Lacing up yours sneaks, dragging yourself out the door and stepping foot in the gym is a real-life struggle. And after all that effort, you now have to get yourself to actually MOVE in there. From the treadmill to the weights, it never feels quite easy. But you do it over and over again because the outcome feels damn good."



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The 10 Best Carbohydrate Sources For Runners - Competitor.com



The 10 Best Carbohydrate Sources For Runners - Competitor.com: "Here are some ideas for eating and drinking the best carbohydrate sources for runners. Eat (and drink) these items to up your carbohydrate intake and reap their performance benefits.

Runners need a lot of carbohydrate. Why? Because your muscles are fueled primarily on carbohydrate when you run hard. Thus, sports nutrition experts generally recommend that runners get approximately 60 percent of their daily calories from carbohydrate."



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Hal Koerner's Tips for Winter Trail Running - Competitor.com



Hal Koerner's Tips for Winter Trail Running - Competitor.com: "Few ultras are held in urban environments; the vast majority of routes run through natural settings where the scenery helps inspire you across the distance. Although many runners have a deep affection for wilderness, they are not necessarily versed in what it’s like to be deep within it for many hours. Being prepared for wildlife encounters, knowing how to purify water, and getting comfortable on challenging terrain such as ice, snow, mud, and technical footing are crucial tools in your ultra toolbox."



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Wednesday, December 9, 2015

How To Fit In Fitness During The Busy Holiday Season | Lindsay Gee

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How To Fit In Fitness During The Busy Holiday Season | Lindsay Gee: "The holiday season is so very busy. So very, very busy. With busy-ness comes the Santa bag full of excuses to shelf your physical activity regimen for the month and focus on all the other to-do's on your list. While you contemplate shelving your commitment to fitness, I urge you to reconsider. In fact, I beg you to reconsider."



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Monday, December 7, 2015

Total Body Circuit

Total Body Circuit: "This total body circuit workout targets every muscle in your body with dynamic compound exercises as well as muscle-specific moves.  This short, powerful workout is perfect for when you're short on time and want to get the most out of your workout.   You'll perform each exercise, one after the other, for one complete circuit for a short, efficient workout."



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Total Body Resistance Band Workout-Traveling? Try This Band Workout

Total Body Resistance Band Workout-Traveling? Try This Band Workout: "Whether you're traveling, working out at home or on a budget, resistance bands are the perfect tool to meet your needs. 

This resistance band workout is for great for beginners, intermediate and advanced exercisers and includes a variety moves for the entire body using a resistance band."



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How to Burn100 Calories in 10 Minutes - 10 Minute Workouts

How to Burn100 Calories in 10 Minutes - 10 Minute Workouts: "oo busy to exercise? It's easy to feel that way, particularly if you're trying to follow the exercise guidelines, which suggest an hour a day most days of the week. However, experts have found that short workouts, two or three 10 minute workouts a day, for example, can be just as effective as longer workouts.  The key is to focus on intensity and use your time wisely. "



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Saturday, December 5, 2015

Consumer Reports finds the best fitness trackers

Fitness trackers

Consumer Reports finds the best fitness trackers: "Tis the season to prep for New Years resolutions. Many will involve getting healthier. Fitness trackers are a great way to help with that. So, Consumer Reports put several to the test."



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Tuesday, December 1, 2015

Chloe Madeley Reveals Her Tips for Staying Fit This Holiday Season

Chloe Madeley explains how to stay fit during the holidays.

Chloe Madeley Reveals Her Tips for Staying Fit This Holiday Season: "The holidays are often met with excessive amounts of comfort. The colder weather has us bundled up in layers, staying stagnant in doors and cooking our favourite foods for this time of year, which often don’t do the waistline any good. But fitness guru Chloe Madeley says it doesn’t have to be that way. The gorgeous, toned gal has a workout so easy you can do it at home all on your own"



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Monday, November 23, 2015

How to erase mental blocks and attain your fitness goals - All Woman - JamaicaObserver.com



How to erase mental blocks and attain your fitness goals - All Woman - JamaicaObserver.com: "FITNESS discipline sometimes evades us because it is easier to relax or engage in hours of unhealthy activity than it is to adhere to a robust fitness plan. But the mental perimeters you subconsciously erect to obstruct your fitness goals do not have to be permanent"



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Saturday, November 21, 2015

21 Easy Ways to Improve Your Health | Men's Health

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21 Easy Ways to Improve Your Health | Men's Health: "
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You don’t have to overhaul your entire life to start living healthier. You can begin one minute from now, with these 21 easy health tips that take 60 seconds or less. "



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6 Habits to Chisel a Solid 6-Pack

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6 Habits to Chisel a Solid 6-Pack: "If you can't see your abs, don't assume it's because you're missing out on a magical abdominal exercise or secret supplement. Blame your mindset.

You see, losing belly flab is a boring process. It requires time, hard work, and most important, dedication. Take the right steps every single day, and you'll ultimately carve out your six-pack."



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Lose 24 pounds in 2 weeks with Kettlebell Workout Women - YouTube

Lose 24 pounds in 2 weeks with Kettlebell Workout Women - YouTube: ""



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Friday, November 13, 2015

ZWOW #13 - Tabata 12 Minute Workout - YouTube

ZWOW #13 - Tabata 12 Minute Workout - YouTube: ""



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How to Work Every Muscle in Your Body in Only 5 Minutes | Men's Health

How to Work Every Muscle in Your Body in Only 5 Minutes | Men's Health: "When you read this headline, you probably thought: Five minutes? Come on … that’s all?

But trust us, that’s enough.  This total-body ladder workout from Men’s Health Next Top Trainer 2015 Winner Gideon Akande gets more dense and more intense as it goes along."



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Saturday, November 7, 2015

Friday, November 6, 2015

5 Minute Workout #49 | Zuzka Light

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5 Minute Workout #49 | Zuzka Light: "Hey guys, do you miss the summer? I found a bikini workout from 2 months ago that I haven’t posted yet. This workout focuses on butt, which reminds me, that you guys have also a homework from the Lifted Butt Series for today. For those of you who are new to this site, and want to follow my workout schedule and do a full length workout with me daily, make sure to sign up for ZGYM!"



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Sunday, October 25, 2015

You Asked: Is It Better to Sleep In Or Work Out? | TIME



You Asked: Is It Better to Sleep In Or Work Out? | TIME: "Sleep and exercise are both vital. But if you can’t seem to fit in both, you can sometimes substitute a little of one for a little of the other."



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6 Things Experienced Lifters Do Every Day | Best Workout Tips For YOU!

6 Things Experienced Lifters Do Every Day

6 Things Experienced Lifters Do Every Day | Best Workout Tips For YOU!: "Veteran lifters will also keep their eye on the prize and make their goal, the goal. If they need to get in 200 grams of protein, 1 gallon of water, 5 meals each day and other goals, they will remind themselves of these goals at various times in their minds throughout the day. If they are lifting upper-body on that day, they will think about what exercises they need to execute, what time they are working out and how long it should take them. Bottom line: they are giving themselves a constant reminder of what mini-goals they have to get in each day."



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Amazon.com: bicycle Tips: Fitting Fixing Training to get the most out of your bike eBook: Steve Pease: Kindle Store:



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Physical fitness linked to a more 'youthful' brain by Japanese scientists | Health News | Lifestyle | The Independent



Physical fitness linked to a more 'youthful' brain by Japanese scientists | Health News | Lifestyle | The Independent: "Physical fitness has been linked to a having a "younger" brain for the first time."



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Saturday, October 24, 2015

7 Things Healthy People Do Every Morning - StumbleUpon

7 Things Healthy People Do Every Morning

7 Things Healthy People Do Every Morning - StumbleUpon:



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Super Healthy Eating and Quick Fitness Tips | Sacha DeVoretz

Super Healthy Eating and Quick Fitness Tips | Sacha DeVoretz: "I love eating healthy and try to incorporate quick heathy tips to every meal.

Recently, I was fortunate enough to speak with Brendan Brazier. Brendan is a former professional Ironman triathlete, bestselling author and formulator of the award-winning plant-based Vega nutritional products.

Brendan shared his top tips on eating healthy and quick fitness tips for a busy schedule."



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Sunday, September 27, 2015

30 Awesome Bodyweight Exercises

30 Awesome Bodyweight Exercises: "The number one reason to train with just your bodyweight is ridiculously obvious: You can burn calories and work your muscles anywhere. But if your bodyweight arsenal only includes basic pushups, situps, and squats, it’s time for a major upgrade."



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4 Body Toning Moves You Can Do With A Kettlebell | BodyRock

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4 Body Toning Moves You Can Do With A Kettlebell | BodyRock: "We didn’t need another reason to love the kettlebell but science went ahead and found us one anyway.

A recent study found that women who followed a specific 20-minute kettlebell interval workout three times a week for a month upped their VO2 max (which measures aerobic fitness) by 6%. While women who did a circuit routine of push ups, sit ups and two minute sprints saw no change. So there you have it! Not only will a kettlebell give you all over toning benefits, it will up your fitness level!"



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Sunday, September 20, 2015

7 Day Hard Legs Weekly Workout Challenge | BodyRock

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7 Day Hard Legs Weekly Workout Challenge | BodyRock:



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Got 10 Minutes? 3 Fat-Blasting Bodyweight Workouts

Got 10 Minutes? 3 Fat-Blasting Bodyweight Workouts

Got 10 Minutes? 3 Fat-Blasting Bodyweight Workouts: "If you think your gym’s exercises machines don’t look too different than the characters from the latest Transformers movie, you’re not alone. All those levers and cables and pins can have you running for the exit. But before you flip the script in the name of gymtimidation, remember that there’s one piece of equipment that’s consistently better than the rest:"



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Helpful Exercise Charts





Helpful Exercise Charts: "Do you ever feel like you take on what you think is going to be an intense workout, but don’t quite feel the burn like the trainer in the video said you would? Or perhaps you try a new exercise, and expect to feel incredibly sore the next day, but don’t?"



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