Elise A. Miller is the author of Star Craving Mad, and her new satirical romance novel, Tracing the Bones, is out in June. Elise is also a kettlebell instructor in Philadelphia, PA. I was at the pool with my son the other day when a woman – in her 40s like me – said, “I…
Shin splints are one running injury that can stop you in your tracks. Not only do they disrupt your training, shin splits hurt too. Weak muscles in the front of the shin coupled with tight calves can lead to this problem, so it’s time to strengthen and stretch this area whether you’re training for your…
Curling up under the covers on your phone, scrolling through your Facebook or Instagram feed is totally good and sometimes necessary. But just think how strong and energized you’d feel if you took five minutes from commnenting on your BFF’s new outfit to do a quick workout. Don’t worry, you won’t have to go far…
If I had my way, Phil Weeden and his amazing Xtreme Hip-Hop step class would be down the street from my house. And I say this as someone who has never been a step aerobics fan. But Xtreme Hip-Hop is not like any step class I’ve ever seen, and now I’m obsessed. The music makes…
Lululemon is known for its beautiful, feminine pieces, booty-flattering tights, and . . . superlimited collections that sell out in hours. The ultrapopular Canadian activewear label has created a scarcity of product that has superfans waiting with bated breath for the latest releases and willing to pay top-tier aftermarket prices. Lucky for you, we’ve got…
Most girls I know want toned arms and shoulders. Bingo wings, begone! Unfortunately, what I see most people doing in the gym is ineffective. Endless sets of bicep curls and triceps kickbacks do, well, not much really. The problem is twofold. Firstly, our arms can only lift so much weight in isolation – and using…
Ditch the Winter hues (and blues!): soft pastels, bold floral prints, shorter silhouettes, and springy shoes are calling, begging to be worn during your next outdoor workout. Rain or shine, this gear guide will have you covered.
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If you’re trying to lose weight, burning calories through exercise is key. But if you’re not burning enough, then you won’t see the scale budge. If this sounds familiar, keep reading to learn what you might be doing wrong when it comes to burning calories.
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Nothing beats Tabata workouts for maximizing the benefits of a a workout. This interval training helps burn calories and build muscle in 20 minutes. For the four-minute Tabata round, we mix two complementary exercises, so you can go strong and maintain good form for all your reps. Here’s the workout and directions. Keep scrolling for…
Image Source: Instagram user yoga You’re over on your mat, sweat dripping into your eyes, struggling to fold a tiny bit closer to your toes, and Polly Pretzel in the corner has both legs behind her head. It’s totally inspiring, isn’t it? To see what the human body is capable of (well, some human bodies!).…
