Did you hear about the woman who gave birth shortly after she completed the Chicago Marathon? Amber Miller began to feel sporadic contractions during the run, and gave birth to a healthy baby girl shortly after completing the 26.2 miles.
A lot of people fell over themselves to decry her decision to participate in the event, even after it was revealed that her gynecologist had given her permission to do so on the condition that she only ran for half of the distance.
Miller’s story is on the extreme end of the spectrum when it comes to dedication to exercise
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Working Fit
September 20th, 2011 by Bea | Exercises
Studies have shown that people who exercise on their lunch break are more productive at work in the afternoon. I can relate to that. Not only this, but it lets you knock off another item on your to-do list. You won't have to wake up two hours early or leave your family at night.
A lot of companies are starting to put exercise facilities in their offices. Even if all they offer is a shower room, you are in good shape. If you have an hour lunch, this is perfect for you! Go outside, work out for 40 minutes, take
A lot of companies are starting to put exercise facilities in their offices. Even if all they offer is a shower room, you are in good shape. If you have an hour lunch, this is perfect for you! Go outside, work out for 40 minutes, take
Ways to Sabotage a Fitness Routine
September 19th, 2011 by Angela Yorke | Exercises
Misguided targets are a reason fitness routines can become derailed. Initially, a person might start exercising because he or she wants to lose weight. Unfortunately, weight loss, rather than fat loss and strength building, eventually becomes the only goal, and it becomes increasingly difficult to achieve over time. This leads to frustration and a growing lack of interest.
The problem with this approach is that you might reach your target weight through dieting and light exercise, but also retain a higher percentage of body fat compared to a person who exercises more while watching their food intake, and who loses
The problem with this approach is that you might reach your target weight through dieting and light exercise, but also retain a higher percentage of body fat compared to a person who exercises more while watching their food intake, and who loses
How Much is “Enough” Exercise?
August 22nd, 2011 by Angela Yorke | Exercises
I read a summary of a study that left me feeling both relieved and confused - relieved, because it turned out that a mere 15 minutes exercise daily would extend my lifespan, and confused, because convention always said that you should exercise 30 minutes or more over 5-6 days a week. I’m not trying to get out of working out, but I’d like to know just how much exercise is sufficient.
The reason you’re exercising plays a role in determining how much is enough. Fifteen minutes a day is adequate if you want to gear up or de-stress after a
The reason you’re exercising plays a role in determining how much is enough. Fifteen minutes a day is adequate if you want to gear up or de-stress after a
Back it Up
July 26th, 2011 by Bea | Exercises
As we are near one month left in summer, beach season is in full swing. For many people, that includes maintaining the spring acquired beach physique, which is where all of our favorite core exercises come in - crunches, scissor kicks, planks, etc. All of us do our very best to keep that midline trim, but what if the key to a strong, tight core was actually found in the back?
According to a new book, Foundation: Redefine Your Core, Conquer Back Pain, and Move with Confidence the back is where it is at. Dr. Eric Goodman and strength coach Peter
According to a new book, Foundation: Redefine Your Core, Conquer Back Pain, and Move with Confidence the back is where it is at. Dr. Eric Goodman and strength coach Peter
