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Don't get me wrong. I love that swimming is a total body workout, but sometimes I miss that intense lower-body burn that I get from a good run or bike ride. If you want to increase the intensity of your swim workout, especially in your legs, try this. After every three regular laps, do a kicking lap. That means you keep you arms either at your sides or straight in front of you (like Superwoman), Read more
Jennifer Lopez kicked off her Easter celebrations early today with a visit to the Easter Bunny in LA. The singer visited The Grove with boyfriend Casper Smart and her 3-year-old twins, Max and Emme. Jen, Max, and Emme all snuggled together on the bunny's lap for a family photo before heading on their way. It's a busy day for J Lo, who will resume her judging duties later tonight on American Read more
We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! You’ve just been informed by your supervisor that you have a tidy bonus coming to you soon for all of your hard work this year. (And, of course, you totally deserve it.) But whenever a large sum of money falls in your lap, you need to have a plan for it, so you don’t wake up a month or two later and realize that it’s all Read more
See this little desk? It's the desk of my dreams. Granted, it may not be the desk of your dreams, but it's "the one" for me. This little oak arts and crafts-era slant-top desk is in nearly perfect condition and is petite and perfect for our bedroom — which means I officially have an office space to decorate after our toddler kicked me out of my old office. I couldn't be more pleased. However, Read more
I went trail running yesterday and on my way back, I got a call from my mom. She was furious that I went by myself saying, "Do you know what kind of weirdos hang out in the woods?!" I assured her that I wouldn't have gone if I felt at risk, but I saw her point. There are perks to exercising alone, like time to be in silence and think and the ability to push yourself as hard or as easy as you Read more
Just like running endlessly on a treadmill, swimming laps can be super boring repetitive. Exercising in a pool is so refreshing though, especially on Summer days that are too hot to jog or bike outside. If swimming laps isn't your cup of tea, here are some ways you can burn calories and strengthen your muscles while staying cool in the pool. Do triceps dips: Use the pool stairs and place your Read more
I know many runners and cyclists, who though tempted by the lure of mixing it up in a triathlon, ultimately skip these races because they're intimidated by the swim. Not only is swimming in open water scary, unlike running, it is also considered a skill sport, similar to tennis or golf because technique is so important. If you feel less than confident in the pool, taking lessons to hone your Read more
Many of us are starting to move our workouts indoors. Temperatures are cooling off and daylight is becoming increasingly limited; the days are going to get even shorter. One way to move your cardio inside is swimming and here is a fun workout to try. Sprinting intervals are not just for running; they're great for the pool too. I suggest adding some sprints into your swimming workouts to keep Read more
For many people, kicking back and relaxing means kicking back with a cold one. There are tons of beers to choose from ranging in calories from about 70 to 300. If you go for a Budweiser, Corona, or Stella Artois, a regular 12-ounce bottle contains about 150 calories. If you're worried about what that beer will do to your waistline, here are some Summery ways to work it off. All calculations are Read more
