The leaves are falling. Daylight’s in short supply, and the chill in the air has most runners thinking of hibernating. While you might need to trade in your running shorts and tank tops for wool wicks, tights, and jackets, the colder weather shouldn’t keep you from doing what you love. Feeling as if you are […]
Category: Exercise
What You Need to Know About Shin Splints
Many of my Bootcamp clients over the years, from time to time, have experience shin splints. For some, it may even become a reason why they seek out other activities or fitness programs. I would also venture to guess that very few athletes have been able to avoid shin splints (aka tibial stress syndrome). Most […]
Exercise Injury Prevention
Anyone who has ever experienced an injury knows that when you are forced to change your routine to one of inactivity to heal is frustrating. Nobody likes to put their goals on hold. For some people, what should be a momentary setback often ends up derailing their success. Witnessing all your hard work slip away […]
Choosing a Jogging Stroller
Jogging strollers are a wonderful way for you to take your baby or toddler with you for a run or walk. Not only can you maintain your exercise regimen, but your baby gets some fresh air and can enjoy the stimulating outdoor scenery. It’s a win-win for everyone! The popularity of jogging strollers has grown […]
Not Too Muscle Bound to Run
Suggest to a bodybuilder that they should incorporate running into their training regimen and they are likely to look at you as if you have grown a second head. A few might even ask why on earth would they want to lose the muscle mass they have worked so hard to put on. I’ll […]
Selecting Proper Running Shoes
Running is a great mentally and physically demanding sport. Running enthusiasts who take it up are passionate and dedicated and know the importance of taking care of their running tools – their feet. That is why it is so important that from day one, you select the right running shoes. Shoes that will not only […]
12-Week Weight Room Workout
Phase 1: 3-Day Routine with Combined Training Split Weeks 1-6 Warm-up: Perform 5-10 minutes of cardio to warm up if you are not doing your cardio first. Also, perform some light stretches. Rest between sets should start at 60 to 90 seconds and progress to 90 to 180 seconds in the later sets. Record rest […]
Diets for the Summer
Introduction It seems like every time the temperatures start falling and the days start growing shorter, many people begin packing on the pounds. You may think this is an exaggeration or a reflection of poor willpower around two huge holidays focused on eating, but there is an actual physiological explanation. As the weather gets colder, […]