I ask, because it’s that time of year, and we’re getting ready to host a Transformation Challenge at Orangetheory. Should you do it? I’m going to say yes, but it’s maybe not for the reasons you think. It’s Not Just About Losing Body Fat Most challenges like these are focused on weight loss, and the […]
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What’s the Best Way to Exercise?
Every now and then, someone asks me this: “What’s the best way to exercise? What one type of exercise should I do now and forever?” They don’t usually word it like that. But still, it’s fair to wonder: what’s the best way to use my exercise time? Which really means, what can I do to […]
Can Fitness Be Fun and Effective?
Can fitness be fun? I started reading this article by Jim Mitchell with a little frown, because who smiles while they’re exercising? Me. Not because it’s “fun” exactly, but because sometimes it’s kinda funny, when you’re working and your body starts to fail and you’re saying, “Just lift your arm, body, it’s simple!” and […]
Finding Your Health and Fitness Support Team
I belong to a running group on Facebook, and recently a member asked for suggestions about how to deal with the fact that his wife does not support his running. This is something I think about a lot, because it’s pretty common and it devastates me. I’ve been lucky to have a huge support team: […]
5 Benefits of Good Exercise Form and Intentional Movement
I am not a fan of sloppy. Poor form can actually be harmful, and good exercise form is more effective, anyway. There are several reasons I love sharp, precise movements when you’re working out. This goes for every kind of exercise, but right now I’m really talking about cardio. I tell the participants in my […]
Gift Ideas for Fitness Lovers
I love giving gifts, and I try to find excuses to do it throughout the year, not just during the holidays. It can be challenging to find the perfect gift ideas, but if someone on your list is a fitness or yoga lover, I’ve got you covered. I’ve been working on my 2016 Gift Ideas for […]
How to Choose a Good Personal Trainer
Personal training is a profession like any other: there are good trainers and there are bad ones. To get the most for your money, and for your own fitness and safety, you’ve got to choose a good personal trainer. Here’s how: Shop Around Don’t automatically hire the cheapest trainer or the one who already works at your gym. Ask people […]
5 Inspiring Athletic Performances
In regard to physical achievements, people seem to like to say they can’t. They see these inspiring athletic performances and, instead of finding in them the motivation to exercise, use them as an excuse for not even trying: the idea that they couldn’t possibly go from where they are now to what they’re seeing. Which is, of course, ridiculous. […]
Do You Need Workout Motivation…or Discipline?
My friend shared this article with me: Screw Motivation, What You Need is Discipline. It’s a powerful article about how motivation is an excuse to procrastinate. It implies that we must feel a certain way before we do something, whereas discipline is a decision to just do it, no matter how we feel. And as […]
Pilates Ring Workout
I’ve got a new pilates ring workout to share with you! Remember a few weeks ago, when I did a review on this pilates ring by Go Sport-It? When I said I liked it, I meant it, and I wanted to create a full workout for you using the ring. (You can buy the pilates […]