Get Fit For Summer |
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 May 15, 2008 |
Summer is here. Are you anxious about swimsuit season? It’s time to get out and play. We need to make fitness fun by taking the work out of workout. Sounds nice doesn’t it. Jump rope for challenge, unwind with a relaxing run (yes, it’s possible!), and move happy hour into the gym.
Why is it when we get together with our friends it is almost always over food? Check out a new trend of semi-personal or group training. Try grabbing dumbbells instead of drinks. This pairs personal trainers with groups of two to five, drives down the cost and ups the fun factor. It’s an awesome way to stay social with friends and so much healthier. Also check out small-group Pilates, yoga and dance—the perfect way to bond while blasting fat. See what you and your friends can come up with…chances are they’ll be just as excited as you for an opportunity to make working out fun.
What’s the best way to help the earth, pad your wallet and shed some pounds? Ditch the car and go for a walk. Wear a pedometer and track your progress. It’s interesting to see how many steps we take in one day. Right now my husband & I are participating in challenge for the summer months. After the first week we were amazed how many miles we did in one week. Scope out the markets, shops and restaurants within walking distance from your door—it’s an easy way to boost your step-count and burn calories on errands.
Try jumping rope for something new and a huge cardio blast. It burns an amazing 100 calories for 5 minutes. Best of all it is convenient, portable and easy to use.
Find you Chi. Don’t let injuries sideline you from a great running workout. The methods of ChiRunning and ChiWalking combine the inner focus and flow of ancient Tai Chi with the energy of aerobic movement. Like yoga and Pilates, ChiRunning recruits core muscles to integrate mind and body, prevent injury and enhance the experience. Fluidity of movement is key to prevent injuries and tight muscles.
Want to blast calories in your sleep? Get lean, mean and green. Studies show that drinking caffeinated green tea three times per day can stimulate your body to burn more calories, boosting your resting metabolic rate. It’s also a great substitute for your mid-day soda.
Sink your teeth into an apple to fight ab fat! A national study finds that apple eaters and apple-juice drinkers have smaller waistlines, less abdominal fat, lower blood pressure and a reduced risk of developing the metabolic syndrome linked with diabetes.
Let’s all enjoy summer and get fit at the same time!
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