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Do at Least Three Different Types of Cardio a Week
Running is a great form of exercise, but you don't want to get stuck in a rut of hopping on the treadmill every time you go to work out. Not only will you end up getting bored, but you're apt to injure yourself from the repetitive motion.
Make a pact with yourself to include at least three different types of cardio throughout your week.
4-5-6-6-5-4: Cardio Plan
In the fitness world, they say if the mind is bored, the body must be too. Really...they say that - I have heard it and lived it. If you suffer from boredom or have a body that easily adjusts to however you challenge it, I have a workout plan that might just be for you.
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Does the Holiday Season Stress You Out or Make You Happy?
I am hosting Thanksgiving this year, and while I am truly excited to have a house full of family and friends I am already a little stressed. The things causing me grief are minor (do I have enough wine glasses and bedding, etc.) but they are starting to stack up. I could really work myself up into a tizzy if I allow my lack of preparation for Christmas to enter into my mental mix.
Healthy Holiday Swap: DIY Pumpkin Yogurt
I love pumpkin-flavored anything — pies, muffins, cheesecake, even ice cream! But gorging on too many sweet pumpkin treats can leave me with a sick stomach full of unhealthy fats and sugars. One way I've been satisfying my pumpkin cravings is by making my own pumpkin-flavored yogurt at home.
Make Your Own Cereal With MojaMix
Bored with Breakfast? MojaMix allows you to choose from an array of nutritious nibbles, so you can make your own personally customized cereal. It's really simple to do.
Lifting Tip: Mix the Order of Strength Training Exercises
Getting into a consistent fitness schedule is essential if you're on a quest to be fit and healthy. I know for my busy life, if I map out what days of the week I plan to work out, it helps me stick to it. While a regular exercise plan is beneficial, you still want to make sure you're mixing up your routine, especially when it comes to strength training.
6 Ways to Mix Up Your Strength Training
If you're strength training at least twice a week (like you're supposed to), it's easy to get bored with the same routine. So after you've tried my full-body weight circuit, you might need a few pointers on how to mix up your lifting routine. Here are six ways to add some pizzazz to your strength training.
Fit Tip: Cycle Your Workouts
Everything, it seems, works in cycles and your workouts should too. It is a good idea to modify your workout routine in terms of length, intensity and activity in 2 to 3 week cycles.
Every two weeks, I like to vary my workout in terms of duration and intensity since I try to mix up my cardio methods weekly.
Real Housewife of OC Gretchen Rossi Mixes It Up
If you've been following The Real Housewives of Orange County, you've probably noticed Gretchen Rossi, who joined in season four. At 30 years old, she is one fit lady, and if you're curious to know how she keeps her toned and trim bikini figure, it's clear that being active is key. She runs, jumps rope, and uses an air climber to burn calories, and she also strength trains using a resistance band.
You Asked: Dealing With iPod Case Funk
Dear Fit,
I love my iPod Nano for running but I really hate the way the armband gets so smelly and sweaty! You can't wash your armband as frequently as your running gear because the thin plastic window gets destroyed. The best compromise I've found is to put some detergent in a bowl, let it soak in hot water, and then I rinse it out by hand and let it air dry overnight.
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