I have decided to conquer the pull-up. So far it has been a losing battle, but I hope my tenacity pays off. Could 2010 be the year of the pull-up? Oh I think so. My Equinox trainer Hannah has me using the assisted pull-up machine on a regular basis. With my trainer cheering me on yesterday, I tried 10 pull-ups with a jumping start. The sequence goes like this: standing under the bar, jump to grab Read more

The following post was written by Olympic athlete and mom Kerri Walsh, two-time gold medalist in pairs beach volleyball. The weather is terrible and you're in no short supply of reasons to stay home and stay away from the gym. Here are some tips to help get you motivated . . . State your fitness goal. When I'm feeling a little lazy I say out loud, "I want to be the best in the world." Sounds Read more

Got plans for Oscar night? I've been throwing out some best picture-themed ideas for how to host your very own Academy Award get-together. Today's inspiration: The Fighter. So put up your dukes, put on your best Boston accent, and check out my tips below. Plus, don't forget to download your own Oscar ballot to pass around to guests, and fill out our online ballot for the chance to win a Samsung Read more