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I like to make the most of my limited gym time by working multiple body parts with one exercise; the Tipping Row is one such multitasking move. The rowing action targets the upper back and shoulders while the tipping seriously challenges the core. Not to mention, lifting your leg behind you works your back side. That's a lot of bang for your buck. For details on the Tipping Row, just read Read more
Spring is just around the corner and warmer weather is on everyone's mind. With a much-anticipated increase in daily temps comes more revealing fashion — bring on the strapless dresses and tank tops. I've always been inspired by Halle Berry's upper back and shoulders. Her trainer Harley Pasternak admits that Halle is a fan of rowing exercises, and he recommends this move to achieve sculpted Read more
Rowing is a great exercise for the upper back and there are so many variations of this simple move. Here's another way to add rowing into your strength training routine. If you don't have access to a rowing machine, or the weight machines at the gym, you can use a resistance band or tube instead. Sit on the floor with your legs straight out in front of you. Secure the band around the bottoms Read more
Bikini season is approaching so many of us are focusing on getting our upper bodies toned. One exercise that is great for working your upper back, mid-back and triceps is the Bent Over Row. For this exercise, you'll need a workout bench (or chair) and a dumbbell. Here's how to do it: Grab a dumbbell — weight depends on your level but it should exhaust your muscles by the 12th rep. Position Read more
This move works your abs, glutes, triceps, biceps, and back all in one exercise. You'll need a set of dumbbells for this. Begin on your hands and knees, with your hands right under your shoulders, and your knees directly under your hips. Engage your abs and try not to arch your back (it'll be hard to balance). Grab one of your dumbbells and place it in the crease of your right knee. Hold the Read more
I truly believe in the power of multitasking moves. When you are short on time, they provide the needed one-two fitness punch. Here is a great exercise that will target the arms and back, but the core and glutes as well. This is a Plank combined with reverse row. I learned this move from my friends at Fitness Fixation and the Ice Chamber. Plank with Reverse Row Repetitions: 10 per arm, Read more
Make the most of your gym time with moves that work multiple body parts at once, like this tipping row. This exercise works the backside beautifully. And I'm not just talking about your booty. This rowing variation works you from the back of your legs to right between your shoulder blades. This move will also challenge your sense of balance and work your core. Ready to try it? Read more
Push-ups may be basic, but it takes some time, strength, and awareness to do them correctly. Once you get the hang of this simple exercise, you'll be amazed at how sculpted and strong your arms, chest, core, and shoulders will be. Here are some tips for perfecting your push-up and making it work for you. Find your form: Before you can move on, make sure you're actually doing a push-up the right Read more
Even if you have all the time in the world to spend at the gym, who wants to? Get in and out and on with your day by doing workouts that will strengthen all your muscle groups in a short time and get the heart rate up as well. Here are 10 do-anywhere total-body workout ideas that will save you time. Celebrity trainer Jeanette Jenkins developed a belly-fat-blasting workout sequence that is fast Read more
When Feldman Architecture updated a Victorian home, the kitchen benefitted from the addition of multi-colored, playfully bulbous hanging glass pendants. Similarly, any home would quickly move in a more modern and laid back direction if a few candy-colored pendant lamps were added to its ceilings. Read more
