I have received a few questions about how to deal with post baby tummy. Let's face it, pregnancy stretches the abs to the extreme. They can stretch so far that they split and this condition is called diastasis. I know that it sounds scary, but you can definitely whip your post baby belly back into shape. I found a great video over at ExerciseTV that explains how to test to see if you have Read more

Did you know that a regular old chair is a great exercise prop? Not only are they great for squats and the more difficult single leg squats, but you can also use it to work your triceps. Yep, the back of your upper arm that can unfortunately get flabby with age. This exercise puts a new twist on the standard tricep push up, and I am pleased that my friends over at ExerciseTV were generous enough Read more

In a time crunch, you need to find exercises that work many body parts with one exercise. That is why I am loving this variation on squats I found over at ExerciseTV. It incorporates side bending as well as an overhead press into your basic squat. This means you are not only working your hamstring, quads and glutes (aka your legs and bum), but your obliques (side of your torso) and shoulders as Read more

Single leg squats are one of my December must haves. They are a great way to get your legs mountain ready. Even if you don't like snow sports, single leg squats are a challenging exercise to add into your strength training routine. This simple exercise strengthens your quads and glutes (love to work that backside!) and helps you hone your sense of balance. When I found this great single leg Read more

I know that during the busy holiday season it can be difficult to find time to workout, but adding these two simple moves to your fitness routine might just help keep you going. I found them over at ExerciseTV, I knew I wanted to share them with you. The folks at ExerciseTV were generous enough to share this video with me and to sponsor this post. So get ready to jump start your fitness with fun Read more

Feel like you need to blast you belly back into action after your Thanksgiving feast? This short, full-body workout targets the abs while working the arms and glutes, too! During the busy holiday season it can be difficult to find time to workout, so when I saw this brief yet powerful workout over at ExerciseTV, I knew I wanted to share it with you. The folks at ExerciseTV were generous enough Read more

Travel much? Try these easy stretches for when you get off the plane. They will help revitalize your travel weary body by opening up your chest and shoulders. Since the busiest travel day of the year is approaching I wanted to share this video I found over on ExerciseTV. They were generous enough to share this video with me and to sponsor this post. Get Flash to see this player. var Read more

Jumping rope is all the rage these days and a great element to add to your circuit training. Here is a short jump rope routine I found over on You should definitely check out the extensive video library at ExerciseTV. There is no reason to ever be bored with your workout again! Read more