tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14755492866779665192011-11-27T19:24:50.808-05:00Daily Dose of Fitness is here to provide you with helpful tips and information regarding many aspects of health and fitness. Come here every day to quickly learn something new and useful for you to lead a healthier lifestyle.Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.comBlogger1131100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-19155040828471539282011-02-18T14:30:00.000-05:002011-02-18T14:30:58.836-05:00

Excited to find one of my articles I wrote awhile back found its place on the web...  Four Ways to Become a Strong Woman

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I am slowly coming back around to my blogging world as I am putting some work on hold during my pregnancy with baby #2 expected in July. With that I have some more shopping to do. After learning some of the ins and outs of motherhood with the first child I know what things worked for me, what didn't, and what else I might need for this second child. So in my quest for some new items, particularly

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-73270750376917122042010-11-19T14:25:00.002-05:002010-11-19T14:25:33.058-05:00

Even though I am on my blogging break (see post before this one), I decided to leave you with my most current article published on Yahoo!  Barefoot Training...

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-53599063835690936972010-11-18T12:51:00.000-05:002010-11-18T12:51:39.952-05:00

I apologize for my lack of daily fitness information - fitness writing gigs have been taking over. You can read about my hiatus here. I will come back occasionally and post links to my articles and blogs from other sites that I write for as I have been doing. And, I hope you will occasionally visit. Have a great Holiday Season!

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-17326513301531121642010-11-03T14:31:00.000-04:002010-11-03T14:31:17.195-04:00

Here are a few tips to protect yourself from the cold and flu this season. (Read more...)

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-3796148946266824512010-10-26T14:19:00.001-04:002010-10-28T15:31:36.301-04:00

Does cellulite drive you crazy? Have you bought a product that claimed to treat cellulite? If so, how were the results? Unfortunately these types of products don't work, or temporarily improve the appearance of cellulite. Cellulite is fat stored close to the skin... (Read More)

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-3450868811670031362010-10-24T11:26:00.003-04:002010-10-28T15:34:08.941-04:00

Do you travel often, or have travel plans for the Holidays. If so, be sure to have a plan to stick with your fitness routine. (Read More  . . . ) ___________________________________

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-83414586470449943522010-10-23T11:24:00.002-04:002010-11-03T14:32:20.400-04:00

Weight Loss is not the only reason to workout and eat well. Once you achieve your goals you need to continue for weight maintenance, or else you might gain it all back. (Read More . . . ) *************

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-71146840689090477782010-10-19T11:10:00.003-04:002010-10-19T11:12:05.712-04:00

The stress and foods of the Holiday Season will be here before you know it. Do you have a plan to prevent yourself from gaining weight?  (Read more . . . )

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-59460635190741693792010-10-17T10:22:00.002-04:002010-10-17T10:22:35.075-04:00

Check out my blog post at Health Desk for more information about the importance of Folic Acid. It is not just for pregnant women (Read More . . . )

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-4613664212681618862010-10-11T12:42:00.001-04:002010-10-16T23:12:21.442-04:00

Here is a new exercise for the week. The plank, sometimes called a bridge, is great for building muscular endurance in your core. Today I will tell you how to do it forward and on your side to target your obliques more. The forward plank is performed on your forearms and toes. You want your elbows to be lined up directly under your shoulders. Once you are up on your toes and forearms, be sure

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-18552676920027375882010-10-10T21:52:00.000-04:002010-10-10T21:52:48.798-04:00

Here is a review of the week of September 6th, 2010. On Monday I told you that a sports drink may not be necessary for your workout. The rest of the week consisted of some of my articles and blogs for other sites... If you are a gym newbie, or haven't been in a while here are some useful tips. Here's the secret to getting the abs you have always wanted. Need help getting more fruits and

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-45376157413364816132010-10-06T10:28:00.000-04:002010-10-06T10:28:44.740-04:00

From Associated Content  - Ballet Moves for Fitness Ballet is not just for dancers. Ballet moves can be performed by anyone who would like to develop balance, muscular endurance, posture and more (Read More ...)

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-47123669996393007862010-10-04T15:04:00.000-04:002010-10-04T15:04:22.877-04:00

Today is the second week of the new theme "Monday Move". Your move for this week is a back lunge with front press using a medicine ball or dumbbell. Begin standing with your feet together holding the MB at your chest or a dumbbell held at the ends with both hands. Easier Version: Keep the weight at your chest as you step one leg back to lunge and as you press off your back leg to bring your

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-30882208491490478992010-10-03T13:00:00.000-04:002010-10-03T13:00:28.236-04:00

Here's a review of weekly blog posts here about 1 month ago. The week of August 30. Myth Debunking Monday stressed the importance of never thinking it is too late to exercise. Wednesday explained the importance of consuming a post-workout drink containing protein and carbs to promote muscle repair after strength training. On Saturday, I stressed the importance of taking care of your back.

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-53713620083567265022010-09-29T16:03:00.001-04:002010-09-29T16:03:00.861-04:00

So excited I installed a new comment widget so I can reply directly to comments! Yippee.

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The start of my new Monday Theme is a bit late, but here is your Monday Move anyway. Plie with bicep curl and shoulder press. This exercise is a great multi-joint/multi-exercise/multi-functional move. You can build endurance in your muscles as well as get a bit of an aerobic workout if you do light weight and high repetitions, or time in for a minute. Hold onto the ends of a dumbbell with both

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-66618210682739516582010-09-26T17:46:00.000-04:002010-09-26T17:46:32.311-04:00

Ok, here it is. Your review for the week of August 23rd. Myth Debunking Monday was about calories burned - don't forget you need to determine your NET calories! Wednesday I shared an article about post-pregnancy fitness Thursday gave you some tips on selecting good running sneakers, not all sneakers are created equal. Well, That's it. I hope you find something useful you missed that week!

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-46022763251615774032010-09-22T10:56:00.001-04:002010-09-22T10:57:00.608-04:00

CSN STORES $35 GIFT CERTIFICATE GIVEAWAY WINNER!True Random Number GeneratorResult:9 Andrea said... 9 Tweet! http://twitter.com/ampaetka/status/23074005147 andreapaetkau at gmail dot com The winner has 48 hours to confirm the email address they would like the Gift Certificate code to be sent to directly from CSN Stores. Otherwise a new winner will be chosen. Winner will be emailed  shortly!

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-52452314570617114012010-09-19T22:11:00.000-04:002010-09-19T22:11:33.639-04:00

Today you can find my final installment of Myth Debunking Mondays over at Marissa's blog, Let's Move It Mommas.  She was kind enough to have me as a guest blogger. She has a great health and fitness blog as well, and I hope to have a guest post from her on this blog soon.

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-37832290970286652252010-09-19T18:32:00.000-04:002010-09-19T18:32:50.835-04:00

This week's review takes us back to the week of August 16th. Monday's Myth Debunking Monday addressed the fallacy of sweating for weight loss. It may cause temporary weight loss due to water loss, but it is not fat loss. Wednesday addressed the importance of Vitamin D, and the fact that many people have a deficiency. On Thursday I gave you a great exercise for the inner thighs. There's even a

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-45812492237055177722010-09-17T16:02:00.002-04:002010-09-17T16:04:50.280-04:00

Have you tried Pilates? Do you love Pilates? There are a lot of different types of Pilates out there. I have actually never taken a Pilates class. There are mat classes and machine classes... Well, I shouldn't say I have never taken one. I did an expo class that was instructed by a friend of my business partner. It was with the MVe chair from Peak Pilates. It is really fun. Since I was a

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-89490990792366187872010-09-14T13:58:00.000-04:002010-09-14T13:58:00.843-04:00

Here are a few more of the blogs I wrote for healthdesk.com Make your kid's lunch healthier (the blog post title is wrong on the website - i guess someone didn't read my blog before changing the title). Cardio workouts for weight loss. Get pro-active about your health. ********There is still time to enter the giveaway!Low entries!********

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So this is more of a real "health"/medical myth than a fitness type of myth, but when I came across it I just couldn't resist. This one DRIVEs me CRAZY.  I can't stand when people say the cold weather gave them a cold. Or, "zip up, so you don't catch a cold". Sorry if you are one of those people, but it's true... A cold is a virus, not something you get from the weather. Most likely because your

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-83033708354805080622010-09-13T12:21:00.000-04:002010-09-13T12:21:58.394-04:00

I'm a little late posting - hey yesterday was the first NFL Sunday of the year - can you blame me? We all had our Patriots gear on! This week I am taking you back to the week of August 9th. Myth Debunking Monday talked about Sweat. Lots of sweat! Sweating alot does not mean you are out of shape, just the opposite, in fact  (read more). . .  Tuesday was a mash up of health articles from me.

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-33332020057519590502010-09-09T16:17:00.000-04:002010-09-09T16:17:33.367-04:00

So I admit I have been a little slacking on the "daily" part of this blog. And, part of the reason is because I also have to (contractually) write about 3 other health/fitness articles/blogs per week and coming up with 9 completely separate topics every week (those 3 plus 6 days here) is getting quite difficult. The good news is that the health blogs I write for another company are FINALLY being

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-62925694150770649502010-09-07T10:44:00.002-04:002010-09-07T10:44:47.576-04:00

In honor of my Hubbies big 3-OH Birthday (Happy Birthday to a wonderful hubby and father!) you can earn 7 (since the 7th is his birth date) extra entries to my GIVEAWAY! Simply complete the mandatory entry - worth 2 entries, then enter 7 freebies!

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Happy Labor Day! And Happy Myth Debunking Monday! Have you noticed how many sports drinks are on the market? Gatorade, Powerade, and a bunch of others who's names escape me. But it is ridiculous! These sports drinks are high in sugar and so, of course, calories. Most of the average workout population does not need a sports drink when working out. Water will hydrate you and not tack on any

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-58122511600285261192010-09-05T10:47:00.000-04:002010-09-05T10:47:18.667-04:00

I hope everyone has a wonderful long weekend (3 days for some, 4 days for others). Have a great time with your family, eat well, and be active! Don't forget to enter into the $35 CSN stores Gift Certificate GIVEAWAY! You can purchase anything, they have over 200 stores. This week I am reviewing topics from the week of August 1st. Myth Debunking Monday started us off. Ladies, don't be afraid to

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-14016692635193754032010-09-04T15:18:00.000-04:002010-09-04T15:18:51.947-04:00

Have you entered the Giveaway yet? Win a $35 Gift Certificate to any of the 200 CSN stores! You can buy pretty much anything you need! I can't stress enough how important it is to be kind to your back. Over the years of personal training I have come across SOOO many Back issues. Herniated discs, muscle problems, nerve problems and more. It is definitely the most common complaint. Back pain seems

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-42697364638163572352010-09-03T09:34:00.001-04:002010-09-03T11:18:14.186-04:00

Socializing is great for your health. I don't know what I would do without these blogs and twitter. It is such a great way to connect when you are a SAHM.

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-17966828285002567122010-09-02T12:48:00.004-04:002010-09-22T10:48:08.367-04:00

GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED! Have you shopped at any of the 200 CSN stores yet? I just recently started browsing. They have everything from affordable Fitness Equipment to cheap Bedroom Furniture. It really looks great! I am offering one lucky reader the chance to win a $35 Gift Certificate to CSN stores. You can buy bedroom furniture, fitness equipment or whatever else you want to treat yourself to.

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com86tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-21338048858080560242010-09-01T12:31:00.000-04:002010-09-01T12:31:22.271-04:00

If you lift weights and want to help your muscles develop faster consider a post-workout Protein drink. Studies show that a protein drink with a 2:1 Carb to Protein Ratio within 30 minutes of your workout can significantly improve muscle mass and strength. If you don't have time to make a protein shake using fruits, milk and protein powder, or can't purchase one, a great alternative is Chocolate

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-63681680570578831742010-08-30T13:42:00.000-04:002010-08-30T13:42:16.166-04:00

Welcome back to another Myth Debunking Monday.  I hope everyone had a great weekend! I am starting to run out of Myth topics, so if you have any, or any fitness/health questions in general please don't hesitate to ask and I will address them in upcoming posts. Just because you have never exercised before doesn't mean you can't start now. Whether you are 32 or 82 you can begin an exercise program

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-3715440072158783612010-08-28T22:27:00.000-04:002010-08-28T22:27:47.063-04:00

I was a little light on posts this week. Hectic week. But, here is a review of a week you may have missed at the end of July: Myth Debunking Monday started us off - It is OK to eat in the evening. Your body needs food often to keep the metabolism running well. What matters are your total daily calories! Tuesday was an exercise for the core - Side Bends! Work your obliques and some back muscles.

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-86053396133745191692010-08-26T11:08:00.000-04:002010-08-26T11:08:10.970-04:00

I write 2 blog posts a week for a health company and then have to come up with separate topics here so sometimes I just run out of topics... If you are a runner, or want to be here are some of my tips on the right sneakers: 1) NIKE's are not meant for running. there, I said it. 2) Every foot is different so it would be best to go to a professional running shoe store and get fitted by a

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-55717818723321451642010-08-25T11:10:00.000-04:002010-08-25T11:10:17.632-04:00

I can't remember if I shared my newest article with you that is published on Associated Content (I will go check now)... Nope.  Ok. So since I am a little brain-fried today here is the link to it.  It is Me relating to other new mommies and the challenges we face with our new bodies and how to get back to pre-preg shape... Post-Pregnancy Body Issues Don't forget to link up:

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-85127213203329923432010-08-22T13:12:00.000-04:002010-08-22T13:12:07.615-04:00

Before I get into it I want to mention the new Sunday link up blog we have going on at my mommy blog and hosted by 2 other great mommas. It's called Show and Tell and we are pretty lax about it so no difficult rules to follow. Also don't forget to enter for a chance to win an adorable stylish diaper pouch. The giveaway ends to day. So now onto the Review of a week back toward the end of July.

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-37102076925700525082010-08-21T08:41:00.002-04:002010-08-21T08:43:55.386-04:00

Increase Your Daily Physical Activity Move More Throughout Your DayMost of us could benefit from being more physically active each day. Even children could use your guidance in becoming less of couch-potatoes. Here are some ways you and your family can become healthier through(read more) ...

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-66228254471985408802010-08-20T05:00:00.002-04:002010-08-20T19:34:37.410-04:00

I had a delicious sandwich sans bread yesterday and thought I would share it. I decided to take it a step further to give you an entire menu for the day-- of things that would be healthy and yummy, and that you might find me eating. Breakfast: Bowl of Cheerios with skim milk and sliced up banana (sub in soy or almond milk and another type of fruit) Drink Options: Coffee, OJ, Water - all of the

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-32873064015136635402010-08-19T07:49:00.003-04:002010-08-19T16:07:27.460-04:00

Want to hit those inner thigh muscles? Sure, we all do! If you don't have access to a hip adduction machine you can do some of these at home, trust me, you will feel it the next day. (I really need to start doing videos of these exercises instead of trying to break it down.) Alternating Lateral Lunges: Start with your feet together, for an extra challenge hold a weight, such as a dumbbell in

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-1047623409250488132010-08-18T10:22:00.000-04:002010-08-18T10:22:47.307-04:00

Are you getting enough Vitamin D? Probably not! Vitamin D has many important functions.  Vitamin D deficiency is common in breast-fed infants, elderly, and darker skin individuals. Additionally you may be at risk if you spend a lot of time indoors or if you live in a  frequently cloud-covered region. Get your Vitamin D by eating fish, fortified foods, supplements or spending a little bit of time

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-25524962757893724472010-08-17T05:53:00.004-04:002010-08-17T17:56:25.786-04:00

My Heart Rate Monitor Giveaway has finally ended and although the number of entrants was low I decided to generate a winner... Marissa from letsmoveitmommas.blogspot.com is the winner of the Polar Heart Rate Monitor. Congrats! Contact me if you would like to purchase a Polar FS1 Heart Rate Monitor for cheaper than it retails in stores. We have a bunch left over from our business closing. All

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-18285285272186351492010-08-16T11:11:00.000-04:002010-08-16T11:11:23.678-04:00

Another installment of Myth Debunking Mondays is here. Let me know if you are curious of anything and wondering if it is a health myth. Myth - wrapping myself in Serran wrap will help me lose weight. It may help you lose weight, temporarily, but this is not fat you are losing, it is just water weight. Recently a bunch of women I know got together and got all wrapped up to lose inches and weight.

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-54164157022424625142010-08-15T14:45:00.000-04:002010-08-15T14:45:18.767-04:00

Another week has gone by - sometimes I feel like I am in the Groundhog day movie - same things happen every day! Well, back in early to mid-July we started off the week addressing the myth of muscle soreness. It's not actually lactic acid you are feeling, it is muscle tears and inflammation. Then on Tuesday I told you how to calculate some heart rate training zones (THE HEART RATE MONITOR

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-16685450078061939902010-08-14T21:50:00.000-04:002010-08-14T21:50:35.155-04:00

The giveaway is coming to an end at 11 PM eastern time Sunday August 15, 2010. Last chance to enter! Good Luck to the entrants and the winner will be announced Tuesday August 17, 2010. Here are the details for your last chance to enter:  Entry requires leaving a comment on any of my blog posts from July 26th through the end of the contest with a link to your blog or a way to contact you if you

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-61366617596588882282010-08-13T08:06:00.003-04:002010-08-13T08:06:00.852-04:00

Don't forget to enter the Heart Rate Monitor Giveaway! Ends August 15, 2010 I recently wrote an article on some of the best weight vests available depending on your need. But, if you are a mom (or dad) with a young child you have a free weight vest. Weight vests are meant to be worn to add more challenge to your workout. Going walking with a weight vest can help prevent osteoporosis, especially

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Don't forget to enter the Heart Rate Monitor Giveaway! Ends August 15, 2010 Last week I posted my Challenge for you of no rice, pasta etc. and I mentioned how it had worked with a client of mine but I didn't have the pictures at the time. Well, here they are... He lost a total of over 60 pounds in 6 months (this is him at 5 months compared to day 1) So whatever your goals are they are possible

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Don't forget to enter the Heart Rate Monitor Giveaway! Ends August 15, 2010 A week ago I posted a Challenge - to cut out unhealthy sugars. Has anyone stuck to it? And what were the results? Three weeks ago I started virtual training a woman who had a baby a year ago and wasn't getting committed to shedding some of the weight (She calls me "VT"). All I have done for her is give her a cardio

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Don't forget to enter the Heart Rate Monitor Giveaway! Ends August 15, 2010 Benefits of Exercising OutdoorsExercising outdoors has multiple benefits. The outdoors can improve your mental health, allow you to participate in fun activities, and save electricity... Exercise For Diabetes Are you a diabetic, or do you know someone who has been diagnosed with diabetes? It is very likely

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Today's myth to be debunked is about sweating. People often complain about how much they are sweating when working out and think it must be because they are so out of shape, but it is just the opposite. The better shape you get into the more you can expect to sweat. Now everybody is different in the amount they sweat, but sweating is the way your body cools itself. So the more you workout the

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Last day to enter! Don't forget to enter for your chance to win a brand new Polar Heart Rate Monitor! See Giveaway page for details. This week's Sunday Review starts with the week of July 4th. That Monday's myth was about stretching before a workout. Stretching is actually most beneficial when done after working out. On Tuesday I discussed the importance of balance training and gave you a couple

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 Only a two days left to enter! Don't forget to enter for your chance to win a brand new Polar Heart Rate Monitor! See Giveaway page for details. Here are a few items that you could purchase if you would like to be able to workout at home without buying expensive equipment. Today I was supposed train a client at my house for the first time, due to the closing of my personal training studio. But

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I will post my health blog a bit later since I have to take my Little Man to the Doc. In the meantime, don't forget to enter the heart rate monitor giveaway! Update: Sorry I will be missing my official post today. Little Man has been sick for a few days and he is a handful. I will get back to work tomorrow! I hope everyone had a great friday!

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Here are some pics of the Heart Rate Monitor one lucky reader will win.  But, you can't win if you don't enter. See GIVEAWAYS page for details! It's EASY!!!    IT ENDS THIS SUNDAY!!!!!

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 Only a few days left to enter! Don't forget to enter for your chance to win a brand new Polar Heart Rate Monitor! See Giveaway page for details. It is astonishing with all we know about the risks associated with obesity, and the millions of different methods of weight loss available we continue to grow as a country. The Healthy People 2010 objective was set to get states at a 15% or less rate

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Don't forget to enter for your chance to win a brand new Polar Heart Rate Monitor! See Giveaway page for details. I decided to challenge those of you trying to lose weight. I want you to eliminate the following from your diet for one week, or however long you choose and see if you lose weight. I had a client cut out rice and such along with his typical breakfast (which was cereal with

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I am excited that a new site I have been blogging for is finally online. Check it out at http://www.healthdesk.com View topics such as Osteoporosis, Exercise Stress Away to Fight Fat, Hiring a Personal Trainer, and more Don't forget to enter for your chance to win a brand new Polar Heart Rate Monitor! See Giveaway page for details.

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Don't forget to enter for your chance to win a brand new Polar Heart Rate Monitor! See Giveaway page for details. A myth mainly directed toward you ladies. A while back I posted about "toning" arms and had to keep myself from digressing into this discussion. Lifting weights will not cause you to be a big, bulky woman - unless that is your goal, then you can make it happen (depending on your

Meaghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00103906020201775573noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475549286677966519.post-28392967631101244412010-08-01T09:36:00.000-04:002010-08-01T09:36:49.194-04:00

Don't forget to enter for your chance to win a brand new Polar Heart Rate Monitor! See Giveaway page for details. This week's edition of The Sunday Review takes us back to the end of June, beginning of July. Boy, how the summer flies by! Myth Debunking Monday discussed the Fat Burning Zone. If you want to lose weight, faster, you want to work above the fat burning zone. You need to burn more

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My first giveaway starts today! I have a brand new Polar FS1 Heart Rate Monitor I will ship out to one lucky winner. Starting July 30th, 2010, readers can begin entering the contest. Entry requires leaving a comment here with a link to your blog or a way to contact you if you don't have a blog and tell me how you would make use of a heart rate monitor and "following" either this Fitness Blog

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I have my first Guest Blogger today - Michele from Hungry For Living! You can check out her tips and follow her on her own weight loss journey. Wish her a Happy Birthday on August 2nd and check out her transformation pics - she has lost 40 pounds! On Thursdays she does a themed blog called "This for That" where she will give you healthy options for unhealthy options (food, activity, etc). This

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Wednesdays aren't always wacky but I thought I would share a less than common exercise. You will need a weight plate, or 2. A weight plate is the free weight that goes on barbells, olympic bars, etc. They may be rubber coated, or not. You will need a smooth surface, preferably a long carpeted area that they usually have in gyms. This move is great cardio, plus you will feel the burn from your

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I love these things and since I have been sore for 2 days since doing them I thought I would share them with you. If you have restrictions due to spinal problems this exercise may not be right for you. Dumbbell Side Bends will work your obliques and extensor muscles in your back. Stand with your feet a few inches apart. Hold a dumbbell in your right hand (beginners should be ok with 10 to 15

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It is that time again, another myth gets debunked. There may be some truth to this myth but it has nothing to do with the act of eating after 5 pm. The truth may be in the fact that people often over-eat and make poor choices later in the day causing higher than healthy calorie intake. It is important to not go long periods of time without eating so if you have to go from 5 pm until the next

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Time to review what was blogged about the third week here (which was about a month ago). I started it off discussing the challenges of being a new mom and trying to still find time to workout. Options include lifting your child alot - great arm workout, taking the baby to the pool, and slipping out to the gym during a nap if you have a sitter, or bring your little one to the kid care at the gym.

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It is going to be a rainy day here in "sunny" south Florida. I think we are getting a tropical storm...I figure I'll go to the gym at a light rain point, but in case I don't make it, here is a workout we can all do at home. This one will be good for stay-at-home mommies, too (it can be hard for us to get out)! Cardio/Warm-up: Quickfeet up and down 1 stair, or on the ground if you have no stairs (

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Upon a recent visit to the local big box gym I found myself shaking my head at the scenarios going on around me with kids and teens. It's the summer so I guess parents are using this time to help get their child in shape for a specific sport or weight loss. I have trained youth from 10 years old through teens. It's not easy, or cookie-cutter, each child needs to be trained in a unique way based

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"Weight Loss Requires a Lifelong Commitment to Behavior Modifications"... read more

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If you are short on time, new to strength training, or just don't love to lift weights, here is a basic strength training program you can follow to make it simple. You will need access to a gym with the appropriate equipment. Complete 3 sets of each (if you are really in a hurry you can limit it to 2 sets). Make your first set a lighter weight that allows 15 to 20 reps. Additional sets should

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Unfortunately fat-free does not necessarily mean a food is good for. People trying to lose weight are often misled by such claims on food packaging. If you want to lose weight you need to focus on the calories per serving. Remember, weight loss is about creating a caloric-deficit, not a fat-deficit. You need to eliminate 3,500 calories per week to lose one pound. If a product has a fat-free

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Ahh, Sunday is here again. Let's review. Back in June, during week two of my blog, I addressed a number of different fitness topics. First, I suggested the use of a pedometer to count your steps and be more active, walking can help you lose weight—you just have to do more of it! Next, I provided you with my article on the importance of using a combination of methods to achieve your weight loss

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I love watching that show and miss dancing, but still have plans to get myself back into it eventually... Whether you think you can dance or not doesn't matter. Dancing is a great aerobic workout - have you seen dancers bodies?! You can burn calories, improve your heart health and have fun while doing so. Next time you don't feel like working out turn up the stereo and boogie down at home (

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Deadlifts (click to view) require a great deal of skill and awareness of your muscles. While learning to perform this exercise I suggest using no weight in your hands. The deadlifts are a a fantastic way to work your hamstrings, but can hurt your back if you do not execute them properly. Tips: Keep your weight in your heels the entire time Stick your butt out as you bend forward and keep your

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I am not sure if I have any horseback riders following me but if so, or even if you only ride occasionally, this article may be useful to you. Every sport can be improved with sport-specific training and riding is no different. It requires flexibility, balance, strength and posture. Read my article to learn a few strength exercises that have an added balance component to help improve your riding

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Decided to participate in Wordless Wednesday in the Blogging World.  We are closing our personal training studio and selling all our equipment so I have some pictures of them.  Here is a functional trainer, this piece of equipment is the only thing you need in your home gym. You can buy home versions a little smaller and for less money. What do you use to work out with at home?

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Heart Rate Monitor GIVEAWAY Coming Soon! Knowing your resting heart rate and maximum heart rate can be useful to design different cardio programs. Working out at a certain percentage of your heart rate max, or your heart rate reserve (to be explained in a moment) can allow you to train at different intensities and monitor your workouts and progress. Determine your Resting Heart Rate (HR): You

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Welcome back to Monday! Another myth I find myself clarifying for people is that about the soreness you experience a day or two after a workout, especially a resistance workout. You may have heard people, even trainers (although we won't name them), talk about that soreness being from the lactic acid build up in the muscles. This simply is not true.   Truth #1: Lactic acid is a byproduct -

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Since Sundays should be relaxing days I decided to make this day my day to review previous topics and hopefully you will see something important that you missed before and will benefit from. I started this blog at the beginning of June. I started it off by subtly trying to help you get moving with everyday tasks and chores, and then to cut it out - those high calorie drinks, you could lose 15

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The lower back can take a beating and if you are overweight, have weak core muscles, or poor posture your back may be causing you pain. Here are some exercises to strengthen the lower back: Quadruped Opposites: Get on your hands and knees. Flatten your back and draw your abs toward your spine. Extend your right arm straight out in front of you and your left leg straight out behind you. Hold this

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I got my first assigned article as a Featured Fitness Contributor published on Associated Content!  It is directed toward seniors, but hey - hopefully we will all be one someday, so you may want to read it now.  It is about the benefits of strength training! Strength Training for Seniors  ***

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It is hot outside and the pool is a great place to get your workout in. Here are some exercises you can do in the pool: Water walking - As easy as it sounds, but to add intensity, you can go into deeper water, use your arms and hands as extra resistance under the water, move faster, walk sideways and backwards and in zig-zag patterns. Water running - A great option to minimize joint discomfort.

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Sometimes weight loss, lower blood pressure and reduced risk of diabetes just aren't enough reason for you to exercise (although they should be). If you need more reasons and more motivation consider better sleep, better energy, better mood and an overall improved quality of life... For more information please read my article posted on Associated Content.

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Balance exercises should be performed for a variety of different reasons. Athletes may require balance training to improve their performance in a specific sport. The general population benefits from balance training due to changes that occur as you age. If you want to train to improve your balance, include exercises, such as these, a couple of times a week into your workout routine: Balance Board

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(I hope everyone had a happy and safe fourth... time to burn off those empty calories) Today's myth is regarding stretching prior to a workout. Many people believe they need to stretch before they lift weights or go for a run. I have even had clients try to tell the trainers they expect to be stretched before they workout. The truth is stretching cold muscles is more likely to cause an injury

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Happy 4th of July to those of you in the US. Enjoy the day. You have my permission to skip the gym, eat a few less-than-ideal foods, and maybe even sip a cocktail or beer, or two. But, tomorrow be sure to hit the gym and eat well again. Today should be fun. Play in the pool with your family, check out a parade... maybe you ran in a 4th of July race, which is pretty common - if so GREAT for you!

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They may not be easy, and they may not be fun, but Burpees are a fantastic exercise. Get your cardio and upper body worked in one shot. I am going to refer you to my eHow article for instructions on how to perform them. Add burpees to your at home workout or perform them at the gym.

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You don't have to go without your morning coffee, although you might want to go as black as possible to reduce calories. Caffeine has a positive affect on the body when it comes to aerobic exercise. Caffeine helps to metabolize fat for energy and boost performance. However, significant performance benefits require a very high concentration of caffeine - you might not be able to get that from a

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Recent research shows that spending as little as 5 minutes exercising outdoors improves mental health. Although 5 minutes will do little for your physical health, mental health is an important component of our health and fitness and you should take advantage of the benefits. Walk outside on your lunch break, go for a quick swim in the ocean or outdoor pool (water was mentioned to have an

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It is important to do at least moderate physical activity most days of the week. When you cannot make it to the gym, here are a few ideas to do at home, or on the go: Dirty House?  Spend an hour mopping floors and cleaning windows How does your garden grow?  Tend to your garden for 45 minutes Have little kids?  Take them for a stroller walk, go about 2 miles Use a wheelchair?  Wheel yourself

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First I have to stop and think about the word "toning". I hear it so often as a personal trainer, "I want to tone my arms, but not get big and bulky", that of course usually comes from a woman. I guess I should save part of my answer for another Myth Debunking Monday, but its important to note that to create a "tone" look you must be willing to lift heavier weights. A lot of woman are afraid to

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Just decided to start this "Myth Debunking Monday". I hope you will leave me some comments about what you wonder is a myth, or are unsure of for achieving your specific goal. Today's myth is something I cannot stress enough, and when I train clients I always have to explain this one to them... Fat Burning Zone vs. Others - If you have been on a treadmill, or other piece of cardio equipment for

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Here are a couple tips to keep in mind when performing exercises such as squats, lunges, leg press. Keep your knees behind your toes and press through your heels. This will help to protect your knees. Now, tell me what sort of health or fitness information you would like to learn about here. I will do my best to post in response to each question or request! Thanks for visiting.

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Eat Breakfast!  Probably the most consistent thing I have ever done for my health is to eat breakfast. Every morning, either immediately or within an hour of getting up, I have breakfast. Usually just a bowl of cereal, but the important thing is eating when you wake up. You have to tell your body, "ok, let's get going, here is some energy, now let's go burn it!" Your body fasts all night long and

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Doing the same routine over and over not only gets boring, it gets less productive as well. As with most things in life, when you do something over and over it gets easy and requires less effort. The same goes for your muscles and energy output. If you always run on the treadmill, at relatively the same speed and settings everyday, you are not working as hard as you did when you started. Your

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If the above statement were true in every case, then most people would be overweight. Well, that is not far off. In the United States over 64% of the adult population is overweight - over 129 million people! This problem can cause stress in many ways. Stress is a vicious cycle: We are stressed; we overeat; we gain weight, become less mobile, experience more health problems and then are more

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Take your double dose of fitness today...      FOCUS ON HEALTH, NOT SIZE.Being overweight does not necessarily mean you are unhealthy, at least that is what some researchers are finding in a small group of overweight individuals. Dr. Andre van Beek, a Dutch medical researcher, studied a group of obese individuals and found that 7% of them were metabolically healthy. This means they did not show

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Stretching is such an important part of fitness. I would even say, stretching is most important for the less active individuals. If you sit at a desk all day you probably understand what I mean. I see clients all the time with neck pain, back pain, headaches...all because they work all day, spend lots of time in a car, and move around very little. I often show business men stretches they should

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If you are like me and had a baby within the past year, your life is probably a new version of hectic. As a first time mom I have learned to accept the fact that my focus will be my son, not what I want. This applies to my fitness routine as well, but as time moves on, it does get a little easier to start to get back to a routine. First of all, don't underestimate the work you do caring for your

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Stop doing a million crunches or sit-ups, this will not flatten your stomach. The truth is that to have a flat stomach you must burn fat, and there is no such thing as spot-reduction through resistance training. So stop crunching and start running, or walking, or spinning, or... you get the picture? Cardiovascular exercise and healthy eating are needed to rid your body, and stomach, of fat that

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