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Everyone has 'em: those dreaded exercises that you quickly run through or pass over entirely. There are those areas you know need a little extra TLC, but it can be so tough to fight the discomfort! It's fun to commiserate, so dish which floor exercise you tend to avoid. Keep in mind, part of going to the gym is strengthening your trouble zones. Here are a few questions you can ask yourself to Read more
Pelvic floor, or Kegel muscles, rest like a hammock underneath the bladder and uterus, and because these muscles weaken as we get older, it's especially important to strengthen them. When you have strong pelvic floor muscles, you'll experience a better sex life, help prepare the body for the birthing process, and improve bladder control. To locate your pelvic floor muscles, imagine the muscles Read more
The exercise ball may occupy a lot of room in your home gym, but it's one versatile piece of equipment. Find out how to get the most out of your exercise ball below. A healthier seat: Ditch your normal seat on the couch and sit on an exercise ball instead. Using a ball to sit helps correct your posture, tones your abs, and encourages you to stretch, all of which sounds a lot better than the Read more
If you're looking to amp up your fitness routine, you need to get unstable. Performing classic single-leg exercises while standing on a foam pad, like the one pictured above by Aeromat, is simple way to do this. The squishy surface forces your core and legs to work harder, increasing your strength gains and caloric burn. Standing on the soft surface also strengthens your feet and ankles, which Read more
Staying in shape is almost a part-time job for celebs — it's no wonder so many of Hollywood's starlets hate working out. But even with the demands of their career and the pressure to look good, there are some celebs who love to exercise. Keep reading to see which famous faces can't go a day without a little time spent on the treadmill, Reformer, or yoga mat. Read more
With Earth Day a few days away, there's never been a better time to think about ways to green your fitness. Here are ways to tweak your daily habits just a little bit to do your part to reduce, recycle, and reuse. Exercise outdoors: Skip the treadmill, stair climber, or stationary bike and go outside. You'll save money, reduce your consumption of energy and materials, and cut back on Read more
If crunches are part of your regular fitness regimen, you may feel like this basic move could use fresh inspiration. If your ab routine is feeling a little dated, but you're not ready to give up crunches just yet, have no fear. Here are five easy ways to spice up everyday crunches. Take a twist on the tradition: Crunches are even better when you mix up the movement to target different areas of Read more
You worked hard all week long, and all you want to do on Saturday is chill and do nothing. But if you lace up your sneakers and burn some calories, you know you'll probably feel good. If you have a tough time exercising on the weekend, here are some ways to get psyched about it, and do all the prep work the night before. Choose your gear: The night before, choose your outfit and lay it right Read more
Location and machine availability may be the biggest reasons why you chose your gym, but there's more to be had with your membership. Get the most out of the hundreds of dollars you're spending with this list of extras you may be overlooking at the gym. Workout props: Maybe you only use the machines, but don't ignore the props lying all over the gym floor. Things like battle ropes (those thick Read more
Fad workouts come and go, but Pilates continues to be a favorite among Hollywood starlets and well-versed fitness fanatics. What's to love about the exercise? Check out these four reasons to do Pilates below. Complementary workout: Whether you are a hard-core swimmer or a bootcamp devotee, incorporating Pilates into your workout routine helps keep your muscles loose and flexible, important for Read more
