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Hi Fit,
I recently switched to running on the road because the weather has gotten so nice where I live and frankly I was bored of treadmill. I’m loving the warm sun and fresh air, but I’m suffering from slight pain in the fronts of my lower legs. I’m pretty sure it’s shin splints because I’ve had this before when I was a kid, but I’m wondering, is it bad to keep running? It’s not that painful, and when it does hurt, I just stop, walk a little, and then start running again. [...]
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My running partner loves to chew gum when we exercise together. She always pops a piece in her mouth before we head out, and of course will offer me one too. So I got in the habit of chewing gum while running, even though it was drilled in my head in my youth that chewing gum and exercising can be dangerous. [...]
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I consider myself a healthy person who takes care of myself by exercising regularly and eating right (I write for FitSugar so I have to toe the line), so when I became pregnant with my first about four months ago, it was important for me to keep up with that healthy lifestyle. [...]
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If you think about how much time we spend in life waiting, it starts to add up quite a bit. I spent at least two hours of last week waiting on things – there was a prescription that needed filling, a load of laundry that had to be done, and a friend who was running 30 minutes late for our coffee date. [...]
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One benefit of gym membership is the wide variety of cardio machines. Treadmills, ellipticals, rowing machines, stepmills . . . but while I find these machines a convenient way to get my hear rate up, I get bored easily when doing an aerobic workout indoors. I have created some strategies to fight cardio machine ennui, like mixing it up with interval workouts and rocking out to new playlists. [...]
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Being as this week’s challenge for the Get Fit For 2010 giveaway is to review your favorite workout DVD, I was wondering . . .
How Often Do You Use Fitness DVDs?
Most days of the week.
A few times a month.
A few times a year.
I never use fitness DVDs. [...]
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If you’re a runner, you need the proper fuel to build muscle, sustain your energy, and increase your endurance. Not all foods are created equal, and according to Fitness magazine, here are seven foods that are musts for runners.
What else should runners eat? To find out, read more. [...]
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Join the ranks of Katy Perry and get your heart rate up with a little jump rope. Common in elementary schools and boxing gyms, jumping rope is a great cardio workout that also challenges your coordination, balance, and agility. Also a great calorie burner – you’re moving your own body weight against gravity – jumping rope tones your calves, thighs, back, abs, shoulders, arms, and bum. [...]
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One way I’ve been eating healthier this year, is by practicing mindful eating. What I mean by that is I’m really taking the time to be aware of the food I eat. By doing so, I’m developing healthier food habits and eating in more responsible ways. I know it may sound a little zen, but it really works. [...]
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It’s almost 6 p.m. and you just couldn’t pull yourself away from work to get in a workout until now. The only problem is, the sun is going down and you won’t be able to fit in your normal 45-minute routine.
When you’re short on time, definitely don’t skip out on your workout, and don’t give up on getting in a good sweat session. [...]
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