November 2010
Pull-Up Poser No Longer
November 23, 2010 by Tish
I loved gym class in high school. I looked forward to kicking the boys’ butts in different sports with my partner in crime, Jenn. I loved the running, the lifting, the competition. But there was this one challenge every semester… Continue reading...
WLC #7: Foam-Rolling 101
November 22, 2010 by Jenn
Wow. I can’t believe we’re already SEVEN whole weeks into the FBG Kansas City Weight-Loss Challenge. Time flies when you’re getting healthy! This past weekend we met to discuss all things fitness—from understanding… Continue reading...
The Real Dealio on CrossFit
November 22, 2010 by Jenn
I once tried to try CrossFit, but I actually never made it to the class because I was running late, then got lost and, then, once I found the address, it was in some dude’s home garage. It was probably totally safe, but I’ve… Continue reading...
How to Get a Good Workout in the Hotel Pool
Throughout my childhood, when on vacation I didn’t care whether the hotel had a business center or a free continental breakfast. All I cared about was 1) Was there a pool? and 2) When could we go swimming? In the dozen-plus articles… Continue reading...
Move Over Brown Rice, Black Rice Is in Town
Everyone knows that brown rice is healthier than white, but is black rice the fairest of them all? Like its paler sibling brown rice, black rice is high in vitamin E, iron, fiber and antioxidants, but a new study suggests that it may also… Continue reading...
Fitness Gifts: Buy 5 Get One Free
November 19, 2010 by Jenn
I know, I know, Thanksgiving isn’t even here yet, but we’re so excited for holiday shopping to start next Friday that through November 30, we are giving all of you a glimpse of Christmas! Whenever you buy five products in… Continue reading...
Why Kettlebell DVD Workouts Freak Us Out
November 19, 2010 by Jenn
Kettlebells seem to be all the rage these days. And because it’s an exercise known for being tough, gritty and somewhat complicated, I’ve been interested in trying it for the last few years (glutton for punishment, I am).… Continue reading...
Have You Tried Kettlebells?
November 19, 2010 by Jenn
We’re all kettlebell up in here with today’s review of kettlebell DVDs. And while you obviously know that I tried incorporating kettlebells into my workout and Erin tried kettlebells two years ago (she’s so ahead of the… Continue reading...
FitLinks: Top Fitness Blogs, a Shake Weight Jingle & More!
November 18, 2010 by Jenn
That turkey dinner is just a week away! Burn some calories before the upcoming feast with these healthy reads! Why wait to start living your best life? Start today! —Roni’s Weigh You love the yellow and gold colors. Now get your… Continue reading...
Rest is Sexy
November 18, 2010 by Tish
I have been beat over the head lately with signs that maybe, just maybe, I should take it easy and rest. It finally took reading Dr. Matthew Edlund’s book The Power of Rest: Why Sleep Alone is Not Enough for me to chill out. (Especially… Continue reading...
