The Bachelor Workout Game
Last night I watched ABC’s The Bachelor with Juan Pablo – I wanted to see what the hype was all about. I kept thinking two things the entire time: 1) Thank goodness I am happily married and not on The Bachelor (yes, Juan Pablo is easy on the eyes, but the dating format is just not my style). 2) I HAVE to create a Bachelor Workout Game for all of you. So that’s exactly what I did! ;) The Bachelor Workout Game Juan Pablo has fun kissing lots of girls throughout the show. That’s going to cost you 25 jumping jacks for each kiss session! So many girls complaining or whining about getting a rose – DAYS before the rose ceremony. It’s this crazy obsession that’s going to cost 10 Squat Jumps. At least their complaining is gonna help...
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How To Do The Perfect Push-Up
A big part of being a certified personal trainer is to spot incorrect exercise form and make the necessary corrections to prevent injury and maximize exercise efficiency with our clients. When I go to the gym, I see a lot of people doing the push-up incorrectly. Folks, it’s time to learn how to do the push-up correctly. How To Do The Perfect Push-Up In addition to having correct form during the exercise, it’s important to maintain a 4-2-1 tempo. This means that you go down slowly for 4 seconds, hold for two seconds, and then go back up in 1 second. Too many people will just go up and down as quickly as possible, which results in horrible form (usually) and doesn’t maximize the benefit of the exercise! Check out the video below to learn how to have proper...
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Gym Loving Shirts & Sweatshirts!
Check out our shirts and sweaters that show your commitment to your favorite gym! I’d Rather Be At The GYM Yeah, me too. Go ahead and find this design here on all of your favorite shirts, sweaters, etc. My Girlfriend is at the GYM Guys…you’re welcome. Find this “My Girlfriend is at the GYM” design on all of your favorite shirts, sweatshirts, and hoodies. Gymaholic Yes, I love going to the gym. No, I don’t want/need help. You will find our “Gymaholic” design on a variety of products in red text, blue text, and black text. My boyfriend’s name is GYM I totally love this design! Don’t you?! Go ahead and discover all of our products with the “My boyfriend’s name is GYM” design on it! Gym Junkie Are you one of those people who go the gym more than just January...
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Never Give Yourself Limitations
When it comes to working out, never give yourself limitations – especially when you are first starting out! You’d be surprised with what your body is capable of doing with consistent work outs. I’ve found that exercise doesn’t necessarily get easier…you just get better. Always work towards becoming better than you were yesterday. Image Credit: AllWomenStalk.com Feel free to follow us, however you...
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Workouts for your Baby
It’s never too early to exercise, right? Your baby will benefit from exercise, just as much as you do! Babies need to work on building strength, and your little bundle of joy is going to need your help getting there. Tummy Time This helps your baby build a strong core, which strengthens your baby’s stomach, back, and neck muscles. Why it’s Important: It’s important that your baby’s core muscles are strengthened so that if your baby is ever in a dangerous situation (such as face down and not getting enough oxygen), your baby will have the ability to roll over. Lifting Let your baby learn how to lift objects with varying weight and size, such a baby’s rattle, toy keys, or Alphabet blocks. It will be a fun way for your baby to learn how to hold objects as well as...
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Healthy Tips for Thanksgiving
Here are some healthy tips to help you survive on Thanksgiving Day… Exercise A great way to start your Thanksgiving day is to exercise. If you plan on consuming more calories because of this traditional high calorie meal, a hearty workout will be very beneficial for you, including your waistline. Exercise is a great way to start your day, which can also help you maintain healthy choices throughout the day. You may want to focus on an cardiovascular workout, such as swimming, jogging, or using an elliptical machine. All would be great ways to burn a lot of calories for the day. Drink Water Just like any other day, it is important to drink plenty of water to keep your body hydrated. A benefit to drinking enough water is that you eat less than you would if you were dehydrated,...
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Stretching Before & After Exercise
You probably already know about the importance of exercising on a regular basis. Many don’t know that with every time you exercise, proper stretching should be accompanied with your workout. Importance of Stretching If you aren’t properly stretching with your workout, you are definitely putting yourself at risk for a serious injury during your workout. It’s always a bad situation when you can’t workout because of a workout related injury that was very preventable – if only you stretched after your workout! Not only do you prevent injury by stretching, you also become increasingly more flexible, stronger, bring valuable oxygen to your muscles, and provide better blood circulation. Stretching after your workout helps prevent muscle cramps, soreness, and allow for your muscles to loosen up. Before your Workout Do you need to stretch before your workout? This topic is very debated,...
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How you can prepare for Pregnancy
If you have the luxury of planning for your pregnancy, here are some helpful tips to get ready for pregnancy. Visit your Doctor or Midwife It’s a good idea to visit with your Doctor or midwife before you try to get pregnant to discuss relevant medical concerns, your pregnancy plan, and answer any questions you may have. If there is any health concerns, they will be able to help you prepare your body for Pregnancy. Healthy eating habits You shouldn’t be on a “diet” per se while you are pregnant, but before, during, and after your pregnancy you should have a healthy, balanced diet. If you are eating a lot of fried or sugary foods, you should start eliminating them out of your regular eating habits as soon as possible. You should focus on eating healthy food, not only...
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