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I Tried It: Shape's "Drop 10 Pounds This Month" Circuit Workout
I like to head to the gym with a plan of action so I don't unconsciously skip some difficult exercise that I have not yet learned to love. I printed out Shape magazine's workout and headed to the gym.
The workout, from the article Drop 10 Pounds This Month, promised to burn 400 calories in 30 minutes.
Fit Tip: Add Plyometrics to Strength Training
I'm constantly looking for ways to make my workouts more efficient and varied, and when I come across something that works, it makes me even more excited for my next workout. A workout that inspires me to work out again — yes, please!
Lately I've been mixing plyometrics into my strength training regimen and it has been a fun change to my typical workouts.
Fit Tip: Add Plyometrics to Your Walk
Walking is one of our favorite ways to get moving. This is good news because it's a great method of getting some movement into each and every day. If you really want to get the most out of your walks, then it's time to step it up.
Do You Know Plyo?
All you fitness freaks (and I mean that as a compliment, ya know) I have a simple one-question fitness quiz for you that might just make you want to jump for joy.
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Running and Endurance
Whether you are new to running and just want to increase the amount of miles you can do in a run, or if you are an experienced runner looking to improve your speed endurance – Runner's World has some advice for you. Here are three very different techniques to use to log the miles you want.
- Gradual Adaption: This principle is simple and should sound familiar – you take one step at a time and gradually increase the amount of steps you take.
Definition: Plyometrics
Plyometrics: Also known as jump training, plyometrics is a form of conditioning aimed at created controlled impact and maximum power and is used primarily by athletes.
This method involves stretching the muscles prior to contracting them and done correctly it strengthens muscles, increases vertical jump and decreases impact forces on the joints. Consciously practicing the technique of landing from a jump in a controlled environment teaches your body how to "land" and your muscles memory will kick in when you cannot focus all your attention on your technique (because you are chasing a rebound or opposing team member).
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What to Expect at Your First Mammogram
Supporting your girls with a great sports bra is important for your workouts, especially jumping plyometrics. When you hit 40, you're going to need to take photos of them too. Yep, I'm talking about a mammogram.
Fitness Pros Weigh In on The Biggest Loser
Fall TV is back, and with it comes the return of The Biggest Loser. Now in its eighth season, the weight loss reality show has inspired many viewers to get off the couch and get to the gym.
Although it cannot be denied that the show has brought health and weight loss, or at least the notion of it, into millions of households across America, there are some fitness professionals who disagree with the tactics used.
Gear Review: Cell Voltra Running Shoe by Puma
I just took Puma's new running shoe, the Cell Voltra ($100), out for a test run.
The first thing I noticed was that the shoe is incredibly light. Being the curious sort, I put it on my digital kitchen scale to weight it.
Get the Bod: Sandra Bullock
According to my pal Buzz, Sandra Bullock rocks the pencil skirt in her new film The Proposal.
This is no coincidence. According to InStyle Sandra wanted to "emulate her character and look buff and smashing in suits."
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