How to manage motherhood like an athlete
As I watch the Olympics this summer, I’m often taken aback by the talents of so many incredible athletes. And I’m even more impressed by their mental strength and perseverance. So when my friend,...
View ArticleHow motherhood has changed Jillian Michaels’ workouts
As hardcore as you’ve seen Jillian Michaels, motherhood may be revealing a softer side. Since recently becoming a mother of two, Michaels has had to tweak her lifestyle and her workouts. In the...
View ArticleZumba injuries are up – 5 ways to get your groove on safely
When I first tried Zumba earlier this year, I was instantly hooked by the amazing music and fun moves, even though my hips needed a little help to sway to the beat! The hot fitness trend keeps getting...
View Article7 ways to spot a sketchy weight loss product
A few weeks ago, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) charged marketers for the Ab Circle Pro with making false claims, including that the device could cause “rapid and substantial weight loss.” Of...
View ArticleFatFighterTV Finds: The latest from Merrell, Manduka, and more!
From winter must-haves to nutrition bars and supplements, here are a few FatFighterTV Finds just out on the (mostly) fitness market. Happy trying-new-stuff! Limited Edition Manduka PRO – Black Ember...
View ArticleWalking meditation
There’s just something about being outside this time of year. The fresh air… the mild temperatures… the flowers blooming. It’s the perfect time to quiet my mind as I move my feet. No cell phones, no...
View ArticleWeight Loss WooHoo! to Katrina (lost 30 pounds)
Name: Katrina (Sneakers and Fingerpaints) Age: 32 Where she lives: Tampa, Florida Height: 5’2″ Weight: 120 lbs Pounds Lost: 30 How long it took to lose the weight: Between yo-yo dieting and getting...
View ArticleBack to Basics: 7 summer calorie-burners
In the summer, I like to exercise outside as much as possible – soak in enough sun and fresh air to make up for all those dreary winter months. I almost always wear my heart rate monitor to track the...
View ArticleHow Nik Wallenda’s tightrope walk is like living a healthy lifestyle
Photo Credit: Discovery Channel Nik Wallenda’s unbelievable tightrope walk over the Little Colorado River Gorge was a nail-biter. But the Florida daredevil safely made his way across a quarter mile of...
View ArticleWeight Loss WooHoo! to Cherie (lost 85 pounds)
Name: Cherie (Cherie Runs This) Age: 35 Where she lives: North Carolina Height: 5’3″ Weight: 148 Pounds Lost: 85 How long it took to lose the weight: About 2 years How long she has kept it off: About a...
View Article5 ways to fit exercise in during the busy holidays
The hustle and bustle of the season may make it harder for you to fit exercise into your schedule. But even if you don’t have time for your regular routine, squeezing in a few minutes is definitely...
View ArticleTop fitness trends for 2014
I’m always up for trying a new workout now and then just to mix things up. And the start of a new year is a good time to see what’s out there. So, what’s hot for 2014? The American College of Sports...
View ArticleHow taking the stairs could score you a $400 Visa gift card
The following is a sponsored post. Sometimes I play a game when I’m doing laundry – instead of being efficient and taking a load of clothes down to the washer all at once, I break up the load and go...
View ArticleThe Fit Bottomed Girls Anti-Diet – Sassy. Confidence boosting. Real results.
This is not just another fitness book. Aptly named, The Fit Bottomed Girls Anti-Diet is a refreshing read packed with 10-minute exercises to help you get to the heart of fitness and weight loss by...
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