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Why Weights?
Some women fear strength training, but lifting weights twice weekly will probably not get you Madonna's arms. So don't skip it; there are many reasons to add resistance training to your fitness routine and here's a new one. Combo workouts that include both cardio and strength training are more effective at curbing appetites, which for most of us is a good thing.
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DVD Review: Weight Loss — Cardio Kick
Although I'm not a huge fan of DVDs that have the words "weight loss" on the cover, I did love the Weight Loss — Cardio Sculpt video I reviewed a while back.
Here's another video from that series called Weight Loss — Cardio Kick ($15). This DVD follows the same format of a few minutes of cardio, and a few minutes of strength training with weights, so it goes by really fast.
DVD Review: 10-Minute Solutions Hip-Hop Dance Mix
I tend to avoid hip hop-based fitness videos, out of fear the instructors will be too perky for my taste. But since I like the 10-Minute Solution series, I leaped into 10-Minute Solution Hip-Hop Dance Mix DVD ($13.50) hoping for a good workout and some new moves for the dance floor.
Though most of the routines aren't very club-worthy, they make for a hearty, thorough, but not super-intense cardio workout.
Lauren Conrad Is Ready For Summer
We learned last year that Lauren Conrad loves kickboxing, but it looks like she's upped the ante and according to In Touch is now doing what her trainer calls the Body Box. Sounds vaguely sinister, but Jarret Del Bene, LC's trainer, says the boxing circuit is a full-body, high-intensity workout. Because the combos are always changing, the Body Box is also a boredom buster, which is good since the Hills star does the workout two to four times a week.
Back to Basics: Supersets
Gym jargon is often tossed about like a lightweight medicine ball, and if you don't know the lingo you can end up not only feeling lost but skimping on your workout. One term likely to be skipped over is "superset." It sounds intimidating and therefore not at all super, but supersets are a great way to move beyond a strength training plateau.
Gear Review: Zoom Sister One+ by Nike
Earlier this Fall, I was invited to attend a Women's Media Summit at Nike HQ to learn about their new training shoe for women, the Zoom Sister One+ ($110). After treating all the attendees to a killer workout designed to show off the flexible features of the Sister One (I was sore for days), they sent me home with a pair of shoes to experiment with on my own. I've been wearing them for a few months now for my strength training sessions and when I use the elliptical.
Whitney Port Legs It Around LA
Whitney Port was back in LA yesterday and her first order of business was stopping by the Anastasia Salon in Beverly Hills. She took full advantage of the warm weather in her mini-dress and short shorts combo, an outfit that also gave her an opportunity to show off those long legs she keeps lean with workouts. She should enjoy the California sunshine while she can, because this Winter instead of watching her on the fifth season of The Hills, we'll get to see her brave the cold NYC on The City.
The Biggest Loser Recap: Black Team Faces Elimination
Last night during The Biggest Loser I am happy to report that I did not shed a tear.
Last night the campus was closed down and the teams were forced to go to Jamaica to work out — those poor things. However, Jamaica did prove to be a challenge since there were constant temptations (booze, relaxing and not working out, etc.) so it was interesting to see the struggle as well as be assured that you can be disciplined on vacation and still have a good time.
FitSugar Giveaway: BodiBeat
I believe that a playlist filled with driving beats is an essential for getting my heart rate up, and that is why I love the BodiBeat from Yamaha.
This cutting edge fitness gadget is a combo music player and heart rate monitor that also synchronizes the songs to the pace of your workout. It helps you run to the beat by changing songs as you speed up.
Reese's Weekend Beach Bound and Yoga Ready
Reese Witherspoon took advantage of gorgeous LA out and about all weekend long. On Friday, she hit the beach with Deacon and some friends, though skipped testing out the water in her bathing suit instead opting for a walk in the sand. On Saturday, the kids were off to spend the rest of Father's Day weekend with Ryan while she and Jake had some one on one time.
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