2014 | My Fitness Tunes- Part 4

Wind Down the Day with a Little Stretch

by MPK October 24th, 2014| Mind & Body

During the warm days of late spring, summer, and early fall, I try to add a short evening walk to my schedule a few times a week. This isn't done as a cardio workout but rather as a way to switch from the busy pace of work to the

3 Steps To Perfect Legs and A Strong Heart

by Marnie Bii October 23rd, 2014| Assorted Workouts, Cardio

If you want to make the most out of your daily workout routine, you must focus on the muscles that provide your body with the most strength and support: your legs. Your legs provide a solid foundation while performing both high and low impact exercises. While training your legs,

Avoid Fall Sports Injuries

by Tom Seman MD FAAP October 22nd, 2014| Children's, Fitness Expert

The fall sports season is almost half over and like those professionals we see on the television, there are a number of children out there with sports related injuries. Maintaining a healthy, fit lifestyle means there will be some injuries. Last month we discussed one of the more serious

Using Wahoo’s TICKR to Track Home Workouts

by Jason Lightner October 21st, 2014| Accessories, Technology

I've been doing various Beachbody workouts over the course of the past two years, and I've found nothing more useful in my journey from being a skinny-fat geek to a healthy one, than a good heart rate monitor. I've tried several heart rate monitors, and the one that I'm

Fun Cardio Routine That Targets Your Legs

by Marnie Bii October 16th, 2014| Assorted Workouts, Cardio

You can create a fat-burning cardio routine that focuses on building leg muscles to complete two goals with one workout. Powerful leg muscles give you the ability to complete intense fitness movements that better your health. As you gain strength, you'll be able to push yourself harder to build

Running For The Scenery

by Joan Jacobsen October 15th, 2014| Fitness Expert, Senior

Can you imagine training and running every day with picture perfect views around you? Do you think that the landscape has an impact on your willingness to go outdoors and move? I was once in Savannah for a short visit and I was able to run a few mornings

Plus-Size Fitness Wear for Ladies for Fall

by Kimberly Hays October 14th, 2014| Accessories, Exercise Wear

We have all been wearing yoga pants and over-sized tees for working out, as well as just around the house. If you are ready for an updated workout wear wardrobe, but need clothes that come in extended sizes, read on. Thankfully, it is becoming easier to find cute pieces

Warrior Challenge

by Joe Lawrence October 9th, 2014| Cardio

Almost every single week I write about how to institute fitness into your life. Each article is about exercises or routines to strengthen your body or improve your cardio. This week I am going to go against one of my norms. I am going to address a team fitness

3 Magnetic Free Weight Designs for Your Workout

by Marnie Bii October 7th, 2014| Accessories, Exercise Equipment

Do you enjoy everything high tech? Are you first in line for new gadget releases? If so, you can bring your adoration for high tech designs to your fitness routine by picking up some magnetic free weights. These weights can replace a full rack of dumbbells without taking up

Building Leg Strength Through Cardio

by Jessica B. October 2nd, 2014| Assorted Workouts, Cardio

If you are looking to build your leg strength and get a good cardio workout, you have almost endless options. Many great cardio exercises focus on building up leg strength so much that there is a risk you neglect the rest of your body. As a runner, I often

Osteoporosis and Exercise

by Dean Heller MD October 1st, 2014| Fitness Expert, Medical

Q: My mother has significant osteoporosis, and she also has arthritis that causes her pain in many joints. I think that exercise will help her to get stronger and build up her muscles and strength, and allow her to be in better shape. I am a certified trainer. I

October’s Fitness Focus- Legs

by Editorial Team October 1st, 2014| Strength Training

October has begun, and it's time to delve into a new area of fitness. Throughout the month, we will review different ways to improve your workout with a focus on the legs. Covering both strength training and cardio options, we will suggest different exercises and programs that can get

Archives for 2014

It is Never Too Late for Fitness

2 Cardio Exercises to Jumpstart the New Year

Flexibility is the Key to Stronger Shoulders

3 Cardio Exercises to Perform on the Playground

3 Exercises to Tone Your Shoulders

3 Stretches That Prepare Your Shoulders for Cardio

Punches for a Great Cardio Workout

Turn Your Body Into a Metabolism Machine