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5 Best Long Hair Solutions for Your Run

by Jessica B. June 18th, 2015| Accessories, Exercise Equipment
Running with long hair isn’t always comfortable. It can be heavy, it can get stuck to the back of your neck, it can get in your eyes, and some days it can feel like no hair tie out there can contain all of the hair you have on your
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5 Water Bottles for Your Next Long Run

by Jessica B. May 21st, 2015| Accessories, Exercise Equipment
Spring is here, and now that I’ve been running for a while, my distances are really starting to add up. The problem is that as temperatures rise, I also need to drink more water. So that means I need to have some helpful system for carrying around water. Running
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5 Great Workout Towels

by Jessica B. April 23rd, 2015| Accessories, Exercise Equipment
Having a good towel is important for your workout. If you train at a gym, a towel can help protect you from bacteria and germs left on gym equipment from other exercisers. You can use your towel to cover your yoga mat, or just to clean up after a
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How to Choose a Great Yoga Mat

by Jessica B. February 26th, 2015| Accessories, Exercise Equipment
Last week I wrote about the arrival of smart yoga mats to the market. These mats use sensors to communicate with your electronic device so you can get feedback on your poses even without an instructor watching. But if you don’t have the desire or the budget to invest
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5 Places to Buy Inexpensive Workout Gear

by Jessica B. January 29th, 2015| Accessories, Exercise Equipment
Don’t let the cost of workout gear put you off starting some new healthy habits in 2015. Workout gear does not have to be expensive. With a bit of skill, you can find everything you need both online or in brick and mortar shops. Here are my favorite places
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5 Great Headphones for Working Out

by Jessica B. January 1st, 2015| Accessories, Exercise Equipment
I love to listen to music when I work out, but finding a pair of headphones that are both comfortable and provide good sound is not easy. A pair of poor fitting headphones can distract you during a workout. A good pair of workout headphones should be unnoticeable, even
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The Sled Push for Full Body Workouts

by Marnie Bii December 2nd, 2014| Accessories, Exercise Equipment
The sled push is a flexible workout that benefits both beginners and veterans alike. You can control the amount of load and resistance for each session by carefully selecting your weights and workout location. For example, moving the sled over natural vegetation and snow provides a greater amount of
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3 Amazing Pieces of Gear for Jump Training

by Marnie Bii November 4th, 2014| Accessories, Exercise Equipment
Jump training, or plyometrics, can tone your entire body with a minimal amount of gear. To jump, all of your muscles must work together to push your feet off the ground while maintaining enough balance to land. In addition, this type of body training focuses on the importance of
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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
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4 Exercise Balls to Get in Shape

by Marnie Bii September 9th, 2014| Accessories, Exercise Equipment
Are you looking for quick and easy ways to work an exercise routine into your day? If so, you can keep exercise balls on hand for fast, efficient workouts anytime and anywhere. These balls can fit in your trunk, sit in the corner of your office or stay at
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3 Items You Need For Bodyweight Exercises

by Marnie Bii August 12th, 2014| Accessories, Exercise Equipment
If you're adding fitness to your life, you'll want to start out slow. You can use your body weight to increase your heart rate and challenge your muscles. To make the most of a bodyweight routine, you should invest in a few key pieces of gear to work out
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Try a Squat Rack For a Full Body Workout

by Marnie Bii July 15th, 2014| Accessories, Exercise Equipment
If you want a full body workout, think about adding squats to your regular routine. Squats activate muscles in the legs, arms, back, shoulders and butt to sculpt your frame from head to toe. However, unless you have a good gym membership, you'll need to invest in a sturdy

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