When it comes to a low impact, highly impactful workout, look no farther than the pool in your backyard or your community. That’s right, swimming is back in style and full of so many benefits, you may never venture to… read more
Fitness
Ask the Pilates Instructor
I started in this industry at the age of 18 on an island in south Florida. At the time, I was a live-in nanny and knew I had to find a job fast. I was extremely lucky to have exceptional… read more
Ted Talks: Take the Plunge
When one of my good friends recently called me, he opened with this: “I think I got it.” For years, we’ve talked about signing up for some kind of physical challenge, but we just never found the right one. We… read more
Working Out Doesn’t Have to be a Drag — it can be a Dance!
Working out for some comes naturally. For others, it is a dread. For those who find it dreadful, I do not blame you. The thing that people forget is that there are multiple ways to work out — it is… read more
Try This Workout to Shred your Arms and Abs
We have a workout routine that lets you kill two birds with one workout! Working out your arms and abs at the same time will not only make your upper body stronger, but it will force you to burn more… read more
Ted Talks: Hobby Shopping
Typically, I like to make decisions thoughtfully and quickly. I don’t hesitate over simple choices (tonight it shall be merlot!), I try to use a mix of logic and emotion to come to conclusions, and I don’t like to linger… read more
Simple Hotel Workouts for Everyone
It’s time to pack those travel bags, get on the road and enjoy a vacation! But before you completely ditch your strength and endurance gains, make a promise to yourself to sneak in a workout or two on your travels.… read more
Living With Shin Splints
Shin splints are a relatively common injury that can cause considerable pain. Who gets them, how do you prevent them, and how do you treat them? “Shin splints are the common term for two separate overuse conditions of the lower leg:… read more
Ted Talks: Is it time to ditch the workout tips?
In my role as a health writer, I’ve read, researched, and/or written hundreds—maybe thousands—of wellness tips. Do this. Do that. Don’t do this. Don’t, for the love of guacamole, ever eat 11 mashed avocados in 43 seconds! Tricks. Strategies. Actions.… read more
Ted Talks: Staying on Track: What are Your Best Tips for Sticking to Your Healthy Habits?
In my history of training, dieting and yo-yoing, my list of routine busters runs long. A sample: I’m stressed I’m tired I’m injured Taco Tuesday (and Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday) Too many temptations Too many taps of the snooze… read more
