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Fit Minute: Don't Belong to a Gym? No Worries

FitSugar — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -0700

If your favorite excuse for not working out is that you don't belong to a gym, I have figured out many ways to work around this problem. Check out this Fit Minute from ExerciseTV to see some of my solutions to your problem.

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Fit Minute: Reasons to Work Your Abs

FitSugar — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 10:00:00 -0700

You can learn many a move from the folks at ExerciseTV. Watch this video for some reasons to inspire you to get crunching. It will only take a "fit minute."

So here are some ab exercises to get you started.

Wedding Workout from Exercise TV

FitSugar — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 08:00:00 -0700

Brides-to-be are always looking to tone up. From my experience they want to work their arms and abs to look stunning for their big day. Here is a great video workout from the folks at ExerciseTV designed for brides. It combines arm work, ab work and easy to do at home cardio moves.

Even if you are not walking down the aisle this summer, these workout suggestions are great for getting you beach ready as well.

Be sure to check out IDoSugar for even more wedding ideas.

ExerciseTV: Post Natal Abs

FitSugar — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 08:45:00 -0800

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 diastasis and a simple exercise on how to begin closing the abdominal gap. My friends at ExerciseTV were generous enough to not only share this video with us, but they sponsored this post as well.

When my girls were babies, I would work on my abs while they did their "tummy time." It was nice to exercise as a family! If you are looking for more info parenting and life with little ones, check out lilSugar!

ExerciseTV: Tricep Push Ups With a Chair

FitSugar — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 12:00:00 -0800

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 to share this video and to sponsor this post.

So grab a chair and get working!

You should definitely check out the extensive video library at ExerciseTV. There is no reason to ever be bored with your workout again!

ExerciseTV: Squat With Side Bend and Overhead Press

FitSugar — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 12:05:01 -0800

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 well. Talk about a three for one bonus deal!

The folks at ExerciseTV are so generous for sharing their videos; they even sponsored this post. So grab some hand weights, any style will do. I would start with five pound weights and work up to using eight and then ten pound weights.

You should definitely check out the extensive video library at ExerciseTV. There is no reason to ever be bored with your workout again!

ExerciseTV: Single Leg Squats With a Chair

FitSugar — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 12:19:57 -0800

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 squat video over at ExerciseTV, I knew I wanted to share it with you. The folks at ExerciseTV were generous enough to share this video with me and to sponsor this post. So find a chair and get ready to "cop a squat" single leg style. Just make sure your chair doesn't have wheels!

You should definitely check out the extensive video library at ExerciseTV. There is no reason to ever be bored with your workout again!

ExerciseTV: Two Must Do Moves

FitSugar — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 15:30:00 -0800

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 with the reverse plank and the jumping squat.

ExerciseTV: Belly Bulge Blast

FitSugar — Mon, 26 Nov 2007 14:25:52 -0800

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 to share this video with me and to sponsor this post. So get ready to work off some of that pumpkin pie!

You should definitely check out the extensive video library at ExerciseTV. There is no reason to ever be bored with your workout again!

ExerciseTV: Post Flight Stretches

FitSugar — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 04:00:00 -0800

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.

You should definitely check out the extensive video library at ExerciseTV. There is no reason to ever be bored with your workout again!

Happy traveling!