Ah, other than blue skies and warmer weather, one of the other things that makes me look forward to working out is a brand spankin’ new playlist. Good music makes every class more fun, every walk feel shorter, and every set of repetitions feel more doable. Don’t you agree? Earlier this year I posted one of my favorite workout playlists, […] read more »
As I was hustling to get out of work yesterday to run an errand, I stepped out into the beautiful 60 degree night and almost ran smack into our fitness specialist, Masha, who was doing “repeater knees” on a step. She had her earbuds in and was working up a sweat, so I decided to leave her alone and not […] read more »
Today’s post by Jill C originally ran earlier this year, and I thought it was especially relevant given an amazing image that was being shared around Facebook yesterday that was created by This is Not a Diet – It’s Your Life. Read below about how Jill was able to stop using exercise as a diet and start using it as […] read more »
The down drop of the blackbird, The wing catch of arrested flight, The stop midway and then off: off for triangles, circles, loops of new hieroglyphs— This is April’s way: a woman: “O yes, I’m here again and your heart knows I was coming. -Carl Sandburg It’s been a long winter just about everywhere, and Vermont has been no exception. […] read more »
A few weeks ago I talked about undertaking the “30-day shred,” a Jillian Michaels DVD that combines cardio and strength in a short 20-minute video. I have always struggled with the perception that I can’t keep a commitment, so my public pledge really was more to complete the 30 days than to get “shredded.” So, how’s it going? Truthfully, it’s […] read more »
Earlier this week, Robyn blogged about how when we fall into the trap of inactivity, it can feel difficult to get out of it. Lately, one of Newton’s Laws of Motion is ringing true in my life: “Every object persists in its state of rest or uniform motion in a straight line unless it is compelled to change that state […] read more »
So, you want to try yoga. But, the classes might intimidate you. Maybe you’re afraid everyone else might be more advanced. Or you just don’t think you’ll be able to do the poses. Have you considered starting with chair yoga? According to Arthritis Today, a small but growing number of yoga centers offer chair yoga, which includes relaxation exercises and […] read more »
You don’t have to be a marathon runner or even a frequent exerciser to have tight knots and sore quads, hamstrings, calves, IT bands, or even backs. Sometimes, being inactive can actually be the culprit. One of our favorite fitness bloggers, MizFitOnline, who has maintained a 35-pound weight loss for 19 years, says: Since we don’t use our bodies well […] read more »
I have to admit, when it comes to working out, I’m a hip-hop girl. That kind of music makes it fun for me; I feel like I’m out dancing with friends, it doesn’t feel like exercise. So, if you’re adverse to hip hop, be forewarned! Because I’m sharing with you one of my favorite workout playlists, and yes, it’s a […] read more »
We’ve seen a resurgence of hula hooping since it caught on in the 1950s. Today, it’s generally known as just “hooping” or “hoopdance,” and it’s a great way to socialize while reaping the benefits of exercise. I interviewed Green Mountain fitness intern Melissa about her hooping skills. You’ll see a bit of them in the video, but that’s just the […] read more »
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