Archive for December, 2011
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Dec 31, 2011
No CommentsOne Last Hurrah
2011 marked the end of my regular treadmill boot camp classes. I was able to sub one this week – and although it wasn’t quite the same as I missed my regulars, I still find it satisfying to watch people challenge themselves far beyond what they would on their own. (some call it suffering –...
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Dec 29, 2011
No CommentsMaking Changes Stick
Oh, it’s that time of year. We have the best intentions to eat right, get to the gym or achieve some other health and fitness goal. Maybe you want to lose weight? Maybe you plan to get to the gym more? Maybe you want to add something to your routine – more yoga anyone? Maybe...
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Dec 24, 2011
No CommentsThe Physiological Impact of Taking Time Off
Balancing rest and workouts is essential. If that day or two turns into a few weeks or – gasp – months, you suffer the consequences. Why is it so hard to get back to the gym? Well, part of it is you know how much you once were able to do and it is humbling...
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Dec 21, 2011
No CommentsYo-Yo! no!
Okay those of you looking to crash diet after the New Year: When you lose weight without exercise, you lose both muscle and fat. When you gain weight without exercise – you gain only fat. Gaining fat is much much easier than gaining muscle. So, if you are going back to a diet that “worked”...
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Dec 21, 2011
2 CommentsVegan Conclusions
So my 8 week vegan experiment has technically come to an end. The truth is, I don’t miss meat at all…and don’t think I’ll be bringing it back in. I have learned: Only 1 million Americans classify themselves as vegan according to a 2008 “Vegetarian Times” study. So, you may not even know one. Another...
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Dec 19, 2011
No CommentsTreadmill Routine to Start the Week Right!
Yes, its the week before Christmas – so you’ll get to the gym extra often, right? Okay, maybe not. Here is a quick treadmill workout to keep you going without burning off all your energy. You’ll still have the fuel to shop, wrap, cook, clean and decorate – without the guilt of missing the gym....
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Dec 15, 2011
No CommentsDistracted Eating
I have discovered I am a horribly distracted eater. I bet you might be too. I had no idea, but it is true. I used to berate my poor husband. “Sit down, stop eating over the sink, don’t eat so fast.” Well, talk about a pot. Seems I need to follow my own advice. As...
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Dec 13, 2011
No CommentsFive Minutes
You’d probably give just about anyone five minutes – except of course, yourself. Taking just five minutes can enhance your day, help you lose weight, prevent injury and preserve your sanity. Add just five minutes at one of these points during your day – or go for all five. No excuses. Start right now: Before...
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Dec 09, 2011
No CommentsFive Reminders
I’ve said these before. I’ll say them again. I bet I’ll say ‘em again after that. 1) Do not hold onto the treadmill, especially when going up a big incline and running. Seriously, I can’t say this enough. I see it every day at every gym – stop the madness! Please! 2) Leave 48 hours...
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Dec 06, 2011
No CommentsOut of the Treadmill Box
Okay, it is negative-something outside. Even though I witnessed some crazy high school track kids running in shorts (where is their mother???), I believe it is too cold outside for any rational exerciser. Can’t face the thought of 60, 30 or even 20 minutes on the treadmill? I don’t blame you. Sometimes I can suck...
