Stretches to help your back are an important part of your everyday routine – not just when you’re exercising. The Skinny on Back Stretches Workouts for women usually jump right to cardio and weights, but it’s so important to take a few minutes (not a lot, I promise!) to just stretch your body out at…
Want to get a gift for someone you know who loves yoga? Or maybe you’re new to yoga and aren’t sure what to get? Here are 5 must have yoga accessories that every budding yogi needs. It’s time to share my favorite health and fitness goodies with you! This week I’m talking all about yoga!…
Self care practices can change your life – if you do them right. Here’s how to make a difference in your well-being. Best Self Care Practices Taking care of your body and mind is super important, and even more so today, with the fast-paced lives that we’re all living. Following certain self care practices can…
I love to exercise, but I don’t love spending a ton of money on super expensive workout clothes. My budget is limited here, people, and $185 for a pair of spandex-y anythings isn’t going to happen. Like, at all. Ever. So, I’ve learned to be a bit frugal and discovered some easy ways to save…
Yoga for kids gives them the same physical and mental health benefits that adults get. Introduce them to a world of relaxation and confidence. While I’ve never had to be extricated from a yoga pose gone bad, I can assure you that I am no yogi. However, I love the stretches and how relaxed and…
The best time of day to exercise? Spoiler alert – it’s the time that works best for you. Whether you’re just starting out with an exercise routine or are already a pro at it, you’ve probably wondered what the best time to exercise is at some point or another. Morning workouts may seem like the…
Knowing your body type can help you choose exercises that will give you the best results for your efforts. The Skinny on Body Types Let’s talk body types, shall we? As I’m sure you’ve seen, there are different body types out there in this big old world. In case you didn’t know their exact name,…
Heading out of town? Working out while traveling is possible! Find out how. If you travel, you know that fitting in your workout around business meetings and travel schedules is super challenging. Since it’s easy to get off of track with your exercise (and meal!) plan, having a new plan for when you’re traveling is…
Stuck at the office or on your computer all day? No worries! You can still get exercise at work with these six tricks! Exercise is a necessary part of a healthy lifestyle, but so many of us struggle with sneaking in exercise regularly. That’s why figuring out how to squeeze a little exercise in during…
Running with a jogging stroller is a lot different than running alone, but these tips for running with a jogging stroller can help make it easier! To Run or Not to Run Owning a jogging stroller can be the difference between jogging or not jogging. You see, being a parent means that you now have…
Are there any benefits of spin class? Or is it just another fad exercise? Many people have asked if spin class is a good way to lose weight. I personally feel that spin class is an excellent way to lose weight and get fit. Granted, your first spin class will leave you with jelly legs…
In addition to helping you lose weight, the benefits of running and jogging include stress reduction, feeling happier, and sneaking in some daily exercise. While you may feel intimidated by the idea of jogging and running, I promise that it does get easier as you continue to make this exercise a daily priority in your…
It used to be that every year, right around mid-October, I’d start thinking about all the ways I was going to not gain weight over the holidays. I’d join DietBets, start restricting my diet, join a gym, buy new workout clothes to motivate myself…you name it, I was determined to do it. I’d get through…
Exercising during the holidays isn’t as hard as you might think. Here’s why. The holidays are a time to indulge, have fun, and celebrate the wonders of the season! The wonders of the season don’t include too tight pants and gaining weight though. In fact, exercising during the holidays is probably more important than…
Exercise and clean at the same time?! How is that even possible?! I don’t know anyone who loves to clean the house, but when I can get a workout in and exercise and clean at the same time, it’s a bit more tolerable. I’m all about the killing two birds with one stone mentality and…