If you are looking for ways to change your life you are not alone. The internet is full of people asking for advice and looking for ways to increase their happiness. The reasons for why they are not happy or want to make a change range from working in a...
When it comes to workouts, working on the lower body, in particular the butt, is a firm favorite. It is understandable though, who doesn't want a great looking butt? This workout is one that is going to sculpt and lift your butt, it will also help firm up those legs...
In this day and age we spend a lot of time inside or glued to some sort of electronic device. It's time to go out and enjoy the outside world. Rain or shine, get out and do something instead of looking at pictures of, or reading about, other people doing...
Spring has sprung and summer is on it's way. This means it's a good time to start getting your body beach ready or just summer ready - no beaches need to be involved. Now the weather is improving the snuggly sweaters and warm jackets have gone. It's time to start...
The Body Mass Index is more commonly referred to as BMI and is used as a popular way to determine if you are underweight, normal weight, overweight or obese. Even though it may be popular and you have probably seen it or heard it mentioned in various places, that does...
A fitness routine takes time and commitment, you know that if you want to see results you need to stick with it but that's not always easy. You have spent time thinking about what you want to achieve and have either put together your own training program or maybe a...
Cardio, we all know we should be including this into our fitness program but not everyone enjoys it, and when an exercise component isn't enjoyable it tends to get slightly neglected, either by sessions being shortened or missed entirely. Cardio workouts don't always have to be all about running or...
Life can whiz by at great speed and before you know it, the days, weeks or months have flown by and you barely had time to notice. We are always so busy rushing from one thing to the next just trying to keep up with what life throws at us...
Time does go quickly these days, how much time has passed since you started those New Year's Resolutions? Or maybe you have labeled them as goals, improvements or something similar, maybe you have only just set your goals - after all there is no rule about when goals should be...
Everybody makes mistakes from time to time, including us. These are some of the most common workout mistakes we've seen, and believe us, we've made some of them too. Still, here they are for you to check off your checklist - are you making any of these? 1. Trying to spot-reduce...
Coconut Oil pulling has recently grown in popularity but the tradition has been around for thousands of years. It’s an ancient Ayurvedic (natural healing/medicine) practice that originated in India. Now, this cleansing ritual has been spreading throughout the West – and with good reason! What does it do? Oil pulling draws out...
Though filled with fun and family, the holiday season can also be a time of stress and sickness. Being around so many people, traveling, eating things you normally would not (not to mention larger servings!) and the added stress of the season can take a toll on your health....
This energy-boosting, fat-blasting workout is short enough to do every morning to kick-start your metabolism and motivation to make healthy choices all day long! The main workout has only 5 exercises, listed below, which are all straight forward and no equipment is necessary, so this could also be a great workout...
There’s a “hot” new trend in the Yoga world: Hot Yoga. It includes various styles and types of Yoga such as Hatha, Vinyasa or even Yin. To me, Hot Yoga simply means Yoga practiced in a heated room. The temperatures in these rooms can range anywhere from 30°C (85°F) to...
You know mediation, yoga, and going for a walk are good ways to destress. Better yet, hopefully you’re taking advantage of those methods. Aside from the standard stress busters, there are some unconventional and fun ways to clear your mind and boost your mood. Try some...
The most wonderful time of year; the holiday season. What isn’t there to love about family gatherings, decorations, cozy clothes, delicious food and sparkling drinks? It’s easy to get caught up in the holiday spirit the moment the pumpkins start showing up outside our favorite stores, but before we know...
With the Christmas season right around the corner it’s time to start buying gifts. Not sure what to get the fitness junkies in your life? Maybe you’re more of a gift card person. Here is a Christmas gift guide with a range of suggestions for the active people, or fitness...
Cottage cheese skin, orange peel skin, whatever you want to call it. Cellulite. Such a cringe-worthy word, is it not? Though the majority of us have to deal with it, nobody wants to have cellulite on their body. Effecting 80% of women, cellulite is a one of the most common...
When coconut oil first became popular a few years ago, I didn’t really understand the hype, nor did I see how I could use it. After so many legitimate sources swearing up and down by it, I decided to give it a try. Fast forward a few years later, and...
There was a time in my life when you could open up one of my kitchen cabinets and find all sorts of vitamins and supplements in a bottle. I would take Vitamin B-12 for this, Vitamin C for that, Vitamin E for something else, the list went on. I spent...
Whenever I walk by a pastry shop, I begin to think of the delectable cinnamon sticky buns my Aunt would bake from scratch on Thanksgiving and how we would eat them for breakfast, lunch or dinner. They were so yummy it was difficult to stop at one. Thanksgiving is a...
Chances are you have a set of dumbbells laying around the house or collecting spider webs in the garage. Where did those even come from? We don’t remember buying them, but there they are – waiting patiently for us. Now’s the time to dust them off and get in a...
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Time to Jump Start Your Cardio WorkoutCardio, we all know we should be including this into our fitness program but not everyone enjoys it,...
Full Body Workouts with Just Dumbbells!Chances are you have a set of dumbbells laying around the house or collecting spider webs in the gar...
Arm Yourself for Spring: The Best Arm Workouts for Every Kind of ExerciserSpring has sprung. March 21st boasted the first day of spring and with that comes sunshine, barbeque...
Ladies: Lift for Your Body TypeI remember when I started going to a gym back in 1990 (yup, I´m THAT old) that I had no idea what I...
Women, Take Over the Weight Room: Strong is the Path to Sexy!By now, most women have heard that lifting weights is the key to kicking one’s metabolism into hig...
BMI: What It Is & Why You Should Not Use ItThe Body Mass Index is more commonly referred to as BMI and is used as a popular way to determine if...
The Guide To Treat Cellulite NaturallyCottage cheese skin, orange peel skin, whatever you want to call it. Cellulite. Such a cringe-worthy...
You've Reached Your Goal Weight, Now What?Congratulations, after months, maybe even years, of hard work, you have finally reached that goal we...
Counting Calories VS Counting MacrosThe go-to system for dieting has long been calorie counting. However, the practice of counting macro...
How To Use Skipping To Supercharge Fat LossThe first thing you need to know about weight loss is that your heart rate has a lot to do with it. ...
13 Retro Ways To Be ActiveThis is a fun article looking back at some of the fun ways youngsters, and possibly parents (if they...
5 Tips To Help Change Your LifeIf you are looking for ways to change your life you are not alone. The internet is full of people as...
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11 Fun Ideas To Do Something DifferentIn this day and age we spend a lot of time inside or glued to some sort of electronic device. It's t...
Full Body Fat Burner WorkoutSpring has sprung and summer is on it's way. This means it's a good time to start getting your body ...
The Low Down on VitaminsThere was a time in my life when you could open up one of my kitchen cabinets and find all sorts of ...
There’s Always Time for Breakfast!We know eating breakfast is vital to starting the day off right and the key role it plays in weight ...
The Big Guide To Apple Cider VinegarApple cider vinegar is literally making headlines these days. Used as a home remedy for various ailm...
Dust Off Those Underloved Cardio Machines & Lose Fat Faster!The Stairmaster. The bike. The rower. They are the three dusty gym machines that lose out to the tre...
The Best Half Marathons Around the United StatesIt’s time to stray from the repetitive, and sometimes over-competitive, races. Whether you are sea...
7 Essential Stretches You Should Do Before You RunDo you stretch before you head out for a run? On an early morning you may forget to stretch your bod...
Are Your Fitness Goals Attainable?Time does go quickly these days, how much time has passed since you started those New Year's Resolut...
That Cupcake Looks SO Good (AKA Losing Motivation & What To Do About It!)It’s springtime. Almost summer. And you have been working so hard. You have been watching your die...
7 Ways to Stay Motivated to Work Out During WinterYour alarm goes off. It’s a cold winter morning with a fresh layer of snow on the ground. The warm...
Dieting: The Temporary FixDiets are temporary, a quick fix to weight loss, not a long term solution. The only way to lose weig...
5 Popular Diet Crazes ExplainedSince I can remember I have seen diet books on bookshelves everywhere. Recently, however, everyone s...
Raw Till 4 (RT4) Diet ReviewWhat is Raw Till 4? Are there any health benefits with this lifestyle? Is this food plan a good fit ...
Improve Your Relationships With FitnessSome people think and actually feel that working out is ONLY about getting a hot body and looking go...
15 Things Emotionally Strong People AvoidEmotionally strong people often have numerous healthy habits any other person would envy. They know ...
7 Principles of Peak PerformanceIt is uncanny how closely connected feelings are to performance. Look at 1968 three-time Olympic med...
5 Tips To Help Change Your LifeIf you are looking for ways to change your life you are not alone. The internet is full of people as...
11 Fun Ideas To Do Something DifferentIn this day and age we spend a lot of time inside or glued to some sort of electronic device. It's t...
18 Simple Ways To RelaxLife can whiz by at great speed and before you know it, the days, weeks or months have flown by and ...
Why You Should Get Sweaty on Valentine's DayWhen you think about Valentine's Day, you think about romance, love and... chocolates! In fact, we l...
What to Do About Your Gym CrushThere's no doubt about it, the gym can be a great place to meet new people, and from time to time, e...
How to Deal With Difficult PeopleWe've all met our fair share of difficult people - it doesn't matter where you are, it's an absolute...
7 Health Benefits of Hot YogaThere’s a “hot” new trend in the Yoga world: Hot Yoga. It includes various styles and types of...
Yoga Fix: Pain in the NeckWe have all been there before. Awake at 3am, suffering from a sudden onset of ‘stiff neck’ syndr...
Yoga for Happy HipsAccording to the pop singer Shakira - our hips don’t lie. Especially if they are in pain, or reall...
Wedding Series Part 5: Dress Hunting (Staying Motivated)Every little girl thinks about her wedding day at some point. Whether it's from playing with a brid...
Wedding Planning is Causing Me to GAIN Weight: HELP!Free glasses of champagne from the hostess. A complimentary dessert from a restaurant. Chocolate-cov...
Wedding Series Part 3: The Personal Trainer - To Invest or Not?Welcome back to part 3 of the Wedding Chronicles! Part 1 was about how to get organized and part 2 w...
