Continuing today with our Holiday Guest Series, we have an awesome DIYer whose visited us here before (see her floating vanity here and pantry makeover here) — her project today is a little bit of an unconventional DIY project but so awesome we can’t wait to share it with you! Plus, it’s fun for both […]
What to Do When Your Body Feels Out of Whack
Sluggish, foggy, fatigued, yucky – these are words we sometimes use to describe our day-to-day health. Often we turn to caffeine or sugar to get us through the day and experience a crash later on. Everyone’s body feels “out of sorts” now and then, but if you feel that your body’s been in a rut […]
16 Tips to do Fitness as a Family
Fitness as a family is a great way to spend time together and get in some exercise. Here are sixteen tips to get everyone up and moving. Find indoor activities for those cold or rainy days Roller skate or ice skate at the local indoor rink Turn up the music and dance around the […]
6 Fun & Challenging Treadmill Workouts
The treadmill is a very useful workout equipment. No matter what weather it is outside, you can still hit the treadmill and get in a great workout. However, just running on the treadmill day after day can get very boring FAST. Make your time on the treadmill fun and challenging with these 6 treadmill workouts! […]
Walking or Running: Which Exercise Should You Do?
Should you walk or run as a part of your exercise regime? As long as you move your body, any exercise you choose to do is probably going to be good for you. However, there are some real differences between walking and running and some pros and cons for each. Here are some questions to […]
6 Fun, Non-Running Exercises
So you’re not a runner. That doesn’t mean you can’t get a killer workout anyway! There are a lot of reasons people choose not to run – from health and physical restrictions to asthma or respiratory problems, or because they simply don’t enjoy it. Non-running exercises can help you stay healthy without the high […]
How to Make an Exercise Schedule
You may have a goal to increase your physical fitness this year, but in the commotion of your daily life it can be difficult to get started. Setting a schedule for yourself is a critical step in finding your fitness groove. Follow these guidelines to making a personal exercise schedule to get yourself out the […]
10 Best Free Fitness Apps
Whether exercising and losing weight is one of your new years resolutions or you want to switch up your regular workout routine, downloading a fitness app on your mobile device is a great way to create and maintain healthier habits. However, with so many fitness apps on the market, it can be difficult to choose […]
How To Exercise With Kids
Looking for some ways to help your kids get more fit? It doesn’t have to be difficult! There are many different workouts you can try with your kids – and if you do them right they’ll feel more like playing than exercising! Ready to get moving with your little ones? Read below for our […]
8 Resolutions to Reset Your Health This Year
Making resolutions is a self-improvement tradition that often has us filling the first of our year with big goals that wear us out after just a week or two. Take a break from those complicated resolutions and instead try resolving to take up one of these simple daily habits. Add a few more over […]
15 Songs to add to Your Workout Music
Whether you’re on a treadmill, taking a walk or just dancing your heart out, the right song can make all the difference in your exercise routine. Music can help energize and make you want to move, and it can calm you down and help you rest. If you need some help getting your body […]
5 Stretches You Don't Want to Ignore
It’s easy to overlook one very important aspect of exercise – stretching! We’ve heard how important stretching is – it can improve flexibility and range of motion, increase efficiency and decrease your risk of injury. Here are some great stretches to help you focus on commonly missed areas. Even if you do stretch […]
5-Minute Workouts — No Gym Required
If you’ve got five minutes – just five – you can build the fitness habit. Five minutes – first thing in the morning, on your lunch break, or while the kids play in the living room. Once you’ve got five minutes a day down, you can build from there. Combine some of these workouts or […]
8 Fitness DVDs to Try at Home
Bikini season is coming soon! Get ready for the lazy days of summer spent at the beach or pool by working out in your living room with one (or two!) of these 8 fitness DVDs. If you love to dance, try these fitness DVDs: 1. Fat Burning Fusion Love ballet? This fitness DVD combines ballet, […]
