Jul 04, 2009 -
Using an exercise ball to do strength training exercises can be really challenging, so not only will you become stronger, but you'll do so in less time. Having to stabilize your body makes you use more muscles, so it doesn't take many reps before you begin to feel the exercise working. So grab an exercise ball and a pair of dumbbells and try these three moves.
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Jul 02, 2009 -
This is a different kind of Summer concert series: a series of stretches! Because while you're never too old to go see live music, being on your feet all day doesn't get any easier as you age. It can be tough on your back and your leg muscles, especially if you worked out earlier in the day.
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Jul 02, 2009 -
If swimming feels like you versus the water, I have a tip for you. Make your body long and stretch yourself out to reduce the amount of drag your body has in the water.
Less drag means less energy expended to get to the edge of the pool.
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Jul 02, 2009 -
I am always looking for quick ways to work my arms, and this move is great for those commercial break moments as well as downtime between sets of leg work at the gym. The side arm push-up tones triceps, deltoids, and the outside of your chest. Keeping your core engaged will also work your waist.
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Jul 02, 2009 -
Running isn't for everyone. While it makes me feel amazing, it's not so easy on the joints, which prevents some people from enjoying this form of cardio. If an injury has you searching for an alternative that provides similar physical benefits to running, celebrity trainer Harley Pasternak has a wonderfully grueling substitute.
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Jul 02, 2009 -
You know I love a little word play, and "sharrows" might just be my new favorite portmanteau.
I have seen these arrows on the road for years but learned their formal name this morning listening to a radio program about San Francisco's new bike plan. Which sounds awesome, by the way!
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Jul 01, 2009 -
David Beckham can make a common quad stretch look sexy. The Pilates instructor in me, however, take issue with his form. His stretching form, that is.
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Jul 01, 2009 -
There's no shortage of annoying people at the gym — the dumbbell dropper, the cell phone talker — but sometimes the gym itself gets on my nerves. For instance, right now about 80 percent of the clocks where I work out are not working. How hard is it to reset a clock?
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Jul 01, 2009 -
Are you hooked on my printable workouts yet? If so, make sure you keep up with them using this simple trick. If you keep your iPod with you at the gym, just tape your printout to the music player.
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Jul 01, 2009 -
There's no hiding bellies or behinds when all you're wearing is a bikini. Shape recruited celebrity trainer Valerie Waters for a few tips on getting ready to bare it all — who better than a woman who has worked with clients like Jennifer Garner and Jessica Biel?
Valerie insists that eating clean (and eating breakfast) are big parts of the equation for achieving the body you want, and making your workouts count is the other factor in getting your figure bikini-ready.
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