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Core Strength Training on Skates

by Mackenzie M. January 1st, 2013| Core, Strength Training
A few weeks ago, I discussed some of the positive effects that ice skating can have on a cardio workout. The same can be said for ice skating and working on core strength. After ice skating recently, I was astounded at the work out that my core
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Effective Strength Training Workout

by Kimberly Hays December 25th, 2012| 15 Minutes or Less, Strength Training
We all strive for a quick, effective strength training workout. While we are perfecting our routine as far as how many reps to do, and what moves are best for the desired results, we can all use a few tips that will make our muscles work harder.

The Perfect Push Up

by Jessica B. December 21st, 2012| Strength Training, Upper Body
Building upper body strength using the push up is an easy, effective, and inexpensive way to build upper body strength. But are you doing your push ups in an optimal way? Making sure you are doing a good push up can make the difference in the amount of reps

Snow: Lower Body Exercises

by Jessica B. December 14th, 2012| Lower Body, Strength Training
It is cold where I live. There is about a foot of snow on the ground. Snow offers a great chance to build lower body strength in a variety of different ways. Here are some fun exercises you can do to get the most of your outdoor training routine

Core Strength Training on Skis

by Mackenzie M. December 4th, 2012| Core, Strength Training
Winter seems to be an off time for exercise. The dark hours and cold climate make finding motivation to exercise quite difficult for some; however, rather than let the climate pause your strength training routine, manipulate the situation to work for you. Last winter I wrote an article about

Strength Training Time Savers for Women

by Kimberly Hays November 26th, 2012| 15 Minutes or Less, Strength Training
There are ways that we can cut the amount of time in our routine by working smarter, not harder. Using free weights to get more bang for your movements is the key to reducing the time spent on strength training. Tweak your routine, and get in and out in

Eating After Strength Training

by Jessica B. November 23rd, 2012| Strength Training
One of the best ways to help improve the efficiency and effectiveness of your strength training workout is to eat the right foods. There are many different schools of thought as to how to replenish your body in the most effective manner. Here are a few tips that are

Aerobics and Lower Body Strength

by Jessica B. November 16th, 2012| Lower Body, Strength Training
If you are getting tired of doing routine leg lifts and using machines to target your lower body, there are plenty of classes available at most gyms that can help your lower body muscles while working to build your cardio. Recent studies have shown that combining these forms of

Core Strength Training with Fido

by Mackenzie M. November 6th, 2012| Core, Strength Training
Last week I wrote some tips about running with the family dog to increase running habits. This week, I want to focus another way to incorporate the family dog into an exercise routine. It builds off of running into the area of core strength training. Believe it

15 Minute Strength Training – Hand Weights

by Kimberly Hays October 29th, 2012| 15 Minutes or Less, Strength Training
We are all so busy these days. We also realize the importance of exercise, especially strength training, to keep our bodies healthy and to able to go the distance day after day. Most people work on cardiovascular training, which is very important, but strength training is the key to

Personal Training: Upper Body

by Jessica B. October 23rd, 2012| Strength Training, Upper Body
When I hit a workout funk, I team up with a personal trainer to try to revamp my routine and to help me to keep meeting my goals. You do not need to have a lot of money to work with a personal trainer. You do not need to

Yoga Ball for Strength

by Jessica B. October 19th, 2012| Lower Body, Strength Training
Recently I switched out my office chair for a yoga ball. My colleagues thought I was insane, as it does not look very comfortable to spend most of your day sitting on a giant yoga ball. But in truth, a yoga ball is a great way to build core

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