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Julia Roberts Doesn't Just Swim in the Pool
Swimming laps is one of my favorite cardio workouts since it gets your heart rate up, burns calories (236 per 30 minutes), and strengthens your muscles. It puts less pressure on your joints too, so it's a great alternative to running or biking.
Laps aren't the only thing you can use a pool for, though.
Jennifer Aniston: What SUP?
Lately a big trend among water sports enthusiasts, and our favorite celebrities, is stand up paddle surfing (SUP). So much so that even the lovely (and smart) Jennifer Aniston has taken to the sport.
Maybe it's because it's fun, but I'm sure she also likes it because SUP is a phenomenal workout.
5 Things About Working Out in Water
This summer you may be looking to hit the water for a workout (or two) because it is a lot cooler than sweating it out on the asphalt during a run. In case you needed more reasons to get a water workout in, here are five great things about working out in the water:
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Beach Body Beach Workout
So you've been hitting the gym a lot to get into that bikini and now that you've arrived, try and keep it that way with this beach body beach workout:
- Warm-Up: Tread water for 5 minutes.
- Cardio: Jog in the sand for at least 30 minutes. For an added challenge, run in ankle high water.
- Walking Lunges: Walking lunges are a great variation to regular lunges. Plus doing them in the sand adds a whole new variation.
Burn Calories without Burning Up in the Heat
Things are heating up weather wise, but if you still want to keep your workout outside (say while doing my beach body beach workout) use these tips from the American Council on Exercise on burning calories without burning up in the heat:
- Hydration: Fluid replenishment before, during and after exercise is essential to avoid progressive dehydration. Always consume more fluids than you think you need before and after exercise, and strive to drink six to eight ounces of fluid every 15 to 20 minutes during exercise.
- Exercise Intensity: You should probably reduce the intensity of your workout, particularly the first few times you are exposed to higher temperatures.
- Temperature: Use the heat stress index table (at the right) to determine the risk of exercising at various combinations of temperature and humidity.
Ashley Works Out With Edward Cullen on Her Mind
Ashley Tisdale continued her fitness routine without her latest workout partner, but had another man on her arm instead. Ashley's water bottle is adorned with Robert Pattinson's face proclaiming her love for Team Edward. She's not the only celeb who's a fan of the sexy vampire, and with New Moon mania hitting a fever pitch, we're sure to see more celebs coming out of the woodwork to declare their love.
Tips For Cleaning the Yard Without Breaking Your Back
The cool temps of Fall mean yard work for me. How about you? There are piles of fallen leaves to rake, and I also like to plant colorful flowers to brighten up the upcoming rainy Winter.
How Mo' Nique Lost the Weight and Why Some Don't Like It
Everywhere I look lately I'm seeing comedienne Mo'Nique. She's got a new late-night talk show on BET, is making the talk show rounds, and is creating some serious Oscar buzz for her standout performance as an abusive mother in Precious. Oh, and also, she's about 50 lbs.
Food Review: Code Blue Recovery Drink
I must admit I'm not big on special fitness drinks, especially recovery drinks. They're often full of extra calories, and I usually opt for water since most exercise physiologists believe you don't need to worry about replacing electrolytes, carbs, and protein unless you have been working out and sweating for more than an hour. I often think a lot of these drinks have added coloring and chemicals, so when I saw Code Blue marketed as an all natural post-workout drink I was curious to try it.
Is Pickle Juice the New Sport Drink?
I feel bad throwing out pickle brine, but I never know what to do with it when I eat the last pickle. My friend saves the juice for her Bloody Mary mix but I'm not a big fan of the brunchy cocktail. But apparently pickle brine has another use — as a sports drink!
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