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Okay, so you want to start running but refuse to use a treadmill because you believe breathing in the fresh air is half the point of going for a run. But you're also nervous about running alone (your neighborhood is not the greatest). Ever consider getting a dog? You'll both benefit from the exercise and companionship. A dog has to go out at least 3 times a day to relieve themselves - it'll Read more
Reese Witherspoon hit the tennis courts today at the Brentwood Country Club. The expectant actress sported a purple tennis skirt and a ponytail during her workout and has been keeping up her athletic habits throughout her pregnancy, frequently going for jogs around her neighborhood. Reese and her husband, Jim Toth, have been spending most of their time close to home while they await their new Read more
Memorial Day is approaching, and we've got warm weather on the brain, but it's not just about getting in shape for the beach. Hiking is a great cardio and muscle-building workout — and you can burn 180 calories in just 30 minutes. Hiking trails vary in difficulty, yet no matter where you go it's a common sight: once-enthusiastic hikers having to stop halfway through, too exhausted and out of Read more
In the midst of all your margarita- or mint julep-fueled celebrating this weekend, here's a reminder to pull on your running sneakers and go for a jog: a new study has found that regular jogging can help you live longer. The study compared joggers and nonjoggers as part of a larger Danish study that's been tracking 20,000 people for over 30 years. Researchers compared about 2,000 joggers from Read more
Sometimes a healthy life isn't the easiest to live. It can be so hard to resist temptations in the form of desserts and comfy couches. And although regular exercise is one of the best ways to combat any bad effects from those temptations to prolong your life, it doesn't always have to be about getting in a strenuous, sweaty, heart-pumping workout. Here are two low-key ways to help you live a long Read more
Pregnant Reese Witherspoon went for a jog in Brentwood with a friend today, tying a jacket above her growing baby bump. The actress, who is expecting her third child, is back in LA after a family vacation to Costa Rica earlier this month. She and husband Jim Toth took Reese's children, Ava and Deacon Phillippe, along for the beachside getaway, where Reese showed off her new figure in a swimsuit. Read more
Since news broke that she's expecting a month ago, Reese Witherspoon has shown off her growing baby bump with her usual classic-meets-casual style. The active mom has kept up her exercise routine, frequently jogging around her Brentwood neighborhood, but she's not living in workout wear. Casual day dresses with oversized sunglasses, chic ballet flats, and stylish handbags are Reese's hallmarks, Read more
On location in Miami for the taping of her new movie Rock of Ages, Julianne Hough has been working diligently to get her body in tip-top shape for her new role. We've seen her boxing with a personal trainer, biking, and now jogging on the beach — lucky! I love Julianne's sense of style, especially her mix of fitness attire, but I couldn't help but notice the super stylish sunglasses she was Read more
As much as I've tried to purge my closet of baggy, unflattering sweatpants, I can't seem to find it in me to say goodbye to these cozy pants — when it comes to comfort, they really are incomparable to anything else I own! It's been awhile since I've shopped for sweatpants, but after some online perusing, I was happy to see that Read more
After your run, your legs are probably in need of a good stretch. But it's not all quads, hamstrings, and glutes. Don't forget these areas when stretching after your jog. Hip flexors: Combat all that forward propelling (and desk sitting) with stretches that open up and loosen those all-important hip flexors. Tight hip flexors can lead to back pain and a limited range of motion, so make sure you Read more
