What Exactly does a Natural BodyBuilder Eat to Maintain single Digit Body Fat? Here is the Top 10
Guest post – Tom Venuto Anytime the topic of discussion in my blogs, articles or newsletters has turned to my own personal grocery shopping list, there has always been a spike in interest. It seems that many people are not only curious about what foods a natural bodybuilder eats to maintain single digit body fat, [...]
Can you get Stronger in your Sleep? Why..yes you CAN!
Sipping some milk before turning in for the night may do more than ensure a good night’s sleep. According to new research from the journal Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, consuming protein right before you go to bed may help your body better recover from a workout. For the experiment, 16 participants followed [...]
Review: P90X2 Workout
To give you a sense of what you’re up against if you attempt to make it through P90X2, the sequel to the phenomenally popular P90X fitness program, here’s a sample exercise: the four medicine ball push-up. Yes, that means having a ball under each hand and foot. “It’s like doing push-ups during an earthquake,” [...]
The Best of Girl Get Strong for 2011
Where did the year 2011 go? I’m sure we are all feeling this way. I hope your year was full of great health and happiness. Here are the top posts from 2011 and some of my favorite motivational quotes to bring you into 2012. 7 Detox Smoothies With Added Health Benefits Review: Reebok EASYTONE – [...]
Top 10 Things That Get Me Moving
~Abby, Fitsmi In general, I really like to exercise. Or, let me amend that: I really like having exercised. I like knowing there’s a diet coke with my name on it at the end of a long, sweaty bike ride. I like knowing I’ve done something good for myself. This is not to say that [...]
Review: Adidas Introduces a Minimalist Running Shoe Designed for the Gym
Adidas recently introduced a new minimal shoe called the Adipure Trainer. At first glance it may appear that they are jumping on the minimalist performance shoe bandwagon (yes, such a thing exists) but after taking a closer look, the Adipure Trainer is marketing their shoe for a whole other, and possibly wiser purpose. The Adipure [...]
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Great Tips to Improve Work Life Fitness Balance
A balanced life creates contentment and satisfaction in professional and personal areas. Obtaining balance is an ongoing process that continually evolves as your professional life and home life develop. When your life is unbalanced, an unmanageable schedule and a conflicted home life may ensue. Prevent overwhelming feelings and conflict by implementing basic work-life balance tips. [...]
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Why you Might Want to Consider Becoming a Runner
A fitness program should include the basics of aerobic exercise, strength training, and stretching or flexibility, according to MayoClinic.com. For many people, running is the preferred form of aerobic exercise, offering physical, emotional and financial advantages. Before you start a running program, consult your doctor to be sure you don’t have any medical issues that [...]
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Who Else Wants to Have an Athletic Body?
An athletic body, with its strong, lean physique, is often sought after by individuals who wish to improve their outward appearance and overall health. Athletes have various body types depending on the individual and their sport of choice. However, most athletes develop a large amount of muscle mass during training and usually have a low [...]
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Hot Finds – Casual Walking Shoes
I have this dilemma all the time. I am always on the lookout for a comfortable pair of walking shoes that are not sneakers. Something a little bit dressier than sneakers but flat and comfortable for running around with my kids. Well, 2 great pairs of casual, comfortable shoes have landed on my feet. The [...]
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Review: CloSYS Oral Rinse
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of CloSYS for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. The mouth is a window to your overall health. Problems inside your mouth, such as with your gums, teeth and/or tongue, can all be indicators that serious health troubles are lurking beneath the surface. It’s critical [...]
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Review: X-TrainFit At Home Workout – Women’s Complete Fitness – 8 DVDs
Guest Reviewer -Adrianna, Toronto Canada I have been working out for years and consider myself a decent athlete. I have run several marathons and workout 4-5 times a week, not including running. This workout delivers exactly what it promises. Included in the set are 8 workouts on 8 DVD’s. Each workout demonstrating a difficulty level [...]
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Giveaway: prAna Summer Workout Gear
Summer is one of my favorite time of year and around this neck of the woods, there are a few signs that Summer is on its way. But over at prAna Summer has arrived! I’ve already confessed my love for prAna’s Spring Collection. I love that PrAna does such an awesome job at laid back cuteness without sacrificing [...]
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Review: Pear Sport + Giveaway
I’ve always found the easiest way to stay motivated to push through your workout is to get your motivation WHILE you work out. Sometimes I have a hard time going that extra distance or even going a little faster to get that real burn that I need. Keep in mind, I am not a runner. [...]
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Tell us your Favorite Workout songs and you May win an iPod Nano
I have to workout to music. I have actually gone into the gym and realized I didn’t have my iPod with me and turned right around again. It’s the same with running. I NEED my tunes! Music makes me run faster and harder and go stronger. But, I am getting really sick of my playlists [...]
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Fit Vacations – Picturesque Pender Island, BC Canada
I recently had the opportunity for a quick weekend visit to one of the many beautiful little islands off the coast of Vancouver, BC. With road bikes safely stowed in the back of the SUV, about 17 changes of workout clothes and enough runners / workout shoes to match, as well as a cooler full [...]
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There is no Place Like Home for Working Out
Working out at home is easier than ever, thanks to the wealth of online instruction and a new generation of multi-tasking, space-saving fitness tools. Fitness experts say all that is needed is some space, a mat and a few favourite things. “Most important is that you have at least a five-foot by five-foot (1.5 by 1.5-metre) [...]
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What Exactly does a Natural BodyBuilder Eat to Maintain single Digit Body Fat? Here is the Top 10
Guest post – Tom Venuto Anytime the topic of discussion in my blogs, articles or newsletters has turned to my own personal grocery shopping list, there has always been a spike in interest. It seems that many people are not only curious about what foods a natural bodybuilder eats to maintain single digit body fat, [...]
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‘How I Got Thin Fast’ by Khloe Kardashian
Just as her sister Kim Kardashian loses 6 pounds in 7 days, Khloe Kardashian has reportedly lost 20 pounds in 20 days. Khloe poses on the cover of Life & Style with the caption “How I Got Thin Fast!” According to RadarOnline, the reality star has been training with her husband, NBA star Lamar Odom, [...]
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75 Ideas for Mother’s Day and More
Mother’s Day is this Sunday. What are you going to do for Mother’s Day this year? We always have brunch and it is such a treat. I found some great links to help you make or buy some great gifts for your mom (Aunt, Grandma, Friend, heck just about any female you have in your [...]
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5 Bad Habits You Didn’t Know You Had, but You Do
Completely You: Appearance By Sally Wadyka for Completely You You’re conscientious about your health, so of course you try to avoid obvious bad habits — like pimple-popping — and do everything right. But sometimes you can do your skin and pearly whites more harm than good, without even knowing it. Here, five things that sound [...]
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Jessica Simpson’s begins Weight Watchers
We are as relieved as Jessica Simpson is that after at least 12 trimesters, she is finally un-pregnant. And how about that almost 10-pound baby? From one mom to another: Brava, Jessica. Brava. But now the battle begins. And no, we’re not talking about the sleepless nights and the poopy diapers and the need for [...]
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Recipe: Weight Watchers Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie
Shepherd’s Pie is an English dish, traditionally made with lamb or mutton. Americans typically make Shepherd’s Pie with beef. The English (and Australians and New Zealanders) call the beef dish a “cottage pie”. Naming conventions aside, Shepherd’s Pie is essentially a casserole, lined with cooked meat and vegetables, topped with mashed potatoes, and baked. Shepard’s [...]
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Outsmart Insomnia: 10 Tips to Help you Fall Asleep
Marnie Evans* was on vacation with her husband and kids in Northern Ontario three years ago when her allergy medication ran out. Instead of risking a medical emergency, she headed to the local hospital to get a new prescription. But when the admitting nurse asked Marnie why she was there, it became clear she had [...]
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6 Core Truths
There’s much more to your belly than meets the eye. Most people target the six-pack surface muscles but neglect the deep abdominal ones, namely the transversus abdominis, iliopsoas, and diaphragm. Not only do these key players cinch your waist, they enhance crucial functions of your body — breathing, digestion, and relaxation — and help you [...]
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10 Super Easy Weight Loss Tips from the Biggest Loser
By Alison Sweeney, REDBOOK Alison Sweeney shares the weight loss tips she learned from The Biggest Loser that make getting in shape simple. 1. CONSIDER EXERCISE A TREAT, NOT A CHORE “When I switched my thinking around and realized that an hour of exercise was my time for me, I began to enjoy it and [...]
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4 Easy Ways to Boost your Metabolism
If you think back to your own personal health history, I am confident you can pinpoint a time in your life when the weight just started to “creep” up on you. Whether it was an emotional or stressful trigger that started the number on the scale to climb or the hectic pace of life which [...]
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The New Yoga on a PaddleBoard
Paddle boarding, an ancient form of surfing, is gaining popularity as a high-intensity, low-impact platform for group fitness classes from calisthenics to yoga. Experts say it may feel like walking on water because paddle boarding works on the flat water of a lake or pond and doesn’t involve waves. “Paddle boarding is a form of surfing. [...]
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