Question: Hi Shawna, I have a concern that i just can’t find any satisfaction from. My legs. I have knee and other joint problems but still manage to perform lots of leg exercises. I work out at home and have some free weights, as well as a bowflex. My legs show no sign of definition … Continued
Most creamy soups are filled with fat – but not this one. Indulge with this healthy carrot soup. Serve with a side of lean chicken breast or grilled fish and a small salad for a balanced meal. Servings: 2 Here’s what you need: 1 teaspoon olive oil 3 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 small onion, diced … Continued
Not only is this meal delicious, it’s also incredibly healthy. A tangy herb paste coats both the fish and zucchini, which roast on the same pan. The entire meal is ready in 30 minutes – perfect for busy weekday dinners. Servings: 4 Here’s what you need: 6 scallions, chopped 1 cup packed fresh cilantro 1/2 … Continued
Do you have 10 minutes? Then you can get a full body kick a$$ workout in. This is a ‘RIST’ style workout, that means ‘reps in specific time’. The goal is to get 10 reps in every minute for 10 minutes. The exercise is everyone’s favourite: the BURPEE! Now it’s WAY more fun to be … Continued
Guest Post from Mike Whitfield, CTT I just realized that the annual “Gobble Jog” I run every year on Thanksgiving is sneaking up on me. I haven’t trained for it at all, and yet, I’m not sweating it. I did the same thing back in July with a 10K. I didn’t train at all… and … Continued
We all know that crunches are the LEAST effective way to find your six pack right? You know that you CAN NOT spot reduce and you could do crunches all day long and still not find your abs. So don’t bother. There are WAY more effective ways to tighten, tone and strengthen your core. Here’s … Continued
Crunches are over rated! Don’t do them. There are much more effective ways to flatten your tummy… Here’s my good friend, Mike ‘pancakes’ Whitfield with a jump rope ab finisher for you. Now Mikey is a big finisher freak. He suggests doing these finishers after any workout, including a Female Fat Loss Over Forty workout. … Continued
Guest Post from Dennis Heenan Author: Super Hero Sprints “But I can’t sprint…” Ahh if I had a nickel for every time I heard that one… When people hear or see the word sprints, they often do one of two things: Sprint away as fast as possible in order to get away from the workout … Continued
Burpees are great for fat burning. They can be modified or intensified to suit any fitness level. The great thing about burpees is that they’re more effective for fat burning compared to long slow cardio like ‘jogging’. If you haven’t checked out my Challenge Burpee program, then it’s time you did. I mean, who doesn’t … Continued
One of my favorite clients, mentioned how she struggled with a handstand push up so I thought it’d be a good idea to share this tip on how to do a handstand push up. The first step is to work on the handstand. You don’t need to be able to do this unassisted, go … Continued