Quick Workout
Short on time? I think we can all relate…but just remember this: A quick workout is better than NO workout. There have been crazy-busy days where I just don’t have a half-hour or an hour to go to the gym to do a warm up, stretch, workout, cool down, and then stretch again. On days like that, I focus on just getting a quick workout in. You may think that it’s worthless, but it’s really not. Research shows you can achieve more progress in a mere 15 minutes of interval training (done three times a week) than the girl jogging on the treadmill for an hour. High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT or just Interval Training) is a GREAT way to get or stay in shape for those who have limited amount of time to dedicate to working out. Feel...
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Khloe Kardashian Goes On Hike For Exercise
Khloe Kardashian has been hitting the gym a lot lately – even posting a recent video of herself workin’ it on her Instagram account and personal blog. Khloe wrote on her blog that she decided to go out for a hike to get in some exercise and much needed sister time: The weather in LA has been absolutely gorg, so Kendall and I decided to take advantage of it and go on a hike! Kendall brought along her dog, Blu, and we got an amazing workout while catching up on some girl talk! How adorable is Blu? I am so obsessed!! It’s great hitting the gym, but going out for a hike is so refreshing and a great workout too! I’m a big fan of mixing it up and trying a little bit of everything to keep fitness fun and exciting! What new workouts do...
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5 Best Aqua Aerobics Exercises
Aqua Aerobics Exercises Trying to pick the best of anything is really a matter of personal preference. But for me, the challenge is really to narrow my favorite aqua aerobics exercises down to just five. While I have so many water exercises I love, if you force me to pick 5 I like the best, here they are: 1) The plank This is the core building exercise every trainer I’ve worked out with includes in the menu. It just really works that well. On land, you get in a pushup position, and sink down to your elbows. Keeping your back straight, you just tuck in your butt, and hold that position for as long as possible. In the water – no, you don’t try to hold your breath and do this at the bottom of the pool. Just get...
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Lady in the Street but a Freak in the Gym
Check out some of our newest designs! I thought it was a fun gym shirt – hope you all enjoy! Lady in the Street but a Freak in the Gym If you like any of these designs? Just click on the picture and you’ll be directed to the Skinny Twinkie Store :) Feel free to follow Skinny...
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Endorphins Are My Drug of Choice
I have added some new designs to the Skinny Twinkie Store and I think you will like ’em! Enjoy! Endorphins Are My Drug of Choice As always, just click on the picture to see ALL of the products that come in that particular design. Feel free to follow Skinny...
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Best Workout For Flat Abs
One of the best workouts you can do for flat abs is the Plank. It’s simple, yet very effective. Bye-bye crunches! I haven’t done crunches in YEARS. I refuse to do so, since they don’t burn a lot of calories and really aren’t the best workout for flat abs. Crunches do build your stomach muscles, but they also push your abs OUT – which is something most people (women) don’t want since they want FLAT abs. Crunches aren’t the best for flat abs. However, The Plank exercise is an excellent workout for flat abs. Plank for Flat Abs The Plank is super easy. Check out the picture above for proper form. The most common mistakes that I see when people do the plank is usually their butt is either too high or too low. I would tell clients to use...
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The Bachelor Workout Game
Last night I watched ABC’s The Bachelor with Juan Pablo – I wanted to see what the hype was all about. I kept thinking two things the entire time: 1) Thank goodness I am happily married and not on The Bachelor (yes, Juan Pablo is easy on the eyes, but the dating format is just not my style). 2) I HAVE to create a Bachelor Workout Game for all of you. So that’s exactly what I did! ;) The Bachelor Workout Game Juan Pablo has fun kissing lots of girls throughout the show. That’s going to cost you 25 jumping jacks for each kiss session! So many girls complaining or whining about getting a rose – DAYS before the rose ceremony. It’s this crazy obsession that’s going to cost 10 Squat Jumps. At least their complaining is gonna help...
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Football Fan Gear
Do you love Football? If you or someone you love watches Football or goes to the games and looks forward to the Superbowl every year, then you might be able to relate to one of these: Football Eat Sleep Repeat I think these are pretty sweet for the Football fanatic in your life – whether that’s you or someone you love! There’s something for everyone at our Skinny Twinkie store – Happy Shopping! :) Feel free to follow us, however you...
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Someone Busier Than You Is Running Right Now
“I’m SOOOO Busy” is a common excuse for not working out. I get it. I used to say it myself, until I realized that my excuses weren’t helping me reach my goals. I’ve realized that we are all busy. You’re busy, I’m busy…but no matter how busy we are, we need to make time for the things that are important to us. If a healthy body is important to you then you just need to make the time to exercise and make healthy food. Busy with your kids? Exercise with them! Play tag and run around the yard. Busy with work? Take a walk or go up and down the stairs during your 15 minute breaks. Think about your day. Plan ahead. Figure out how to make it work for you! Feel free to follow us, however you...
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Josh Duhamel hits the Gym on Christmas
Christmas was just yesterday, and while everyone was sleeping in and stuffing their faces with candy…Josh Duhamel was heading out to the gym. Healthy Lifestyle When I suggest going to the gym on a regular basis – making it a lifestyle change – this is what I’m talking about. You don’t need to workout for hours, but what about a 15 or 30 minute workout? As a society, we need to make a daily workout routine normal again rather than diss Josh Duhamel about exercising on a holiday (as if that’s such a terrible thing). If we make excuses not to workout, we can quickly justify skipping the gym for all sorts of things and one day realize “wow, I haven’t been to the gym in weeks/months/years”. Create a workout routine – whether that’s three days or six days a...
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