Category Archives: Women’s Fitness

When I say sports drink, what comes to mind?

Gatorade, Powerade, Accelerade, Vitamin Water, or  Propel? What is a sports drink? A sports drink beverage is designed to help athletes rehydrate when fluids are depleted after training or competition. Electrolyte replacement promotes proper rehydration, which is important in delaying the onset of fatigue during exercise. As the primary fuel utilized by exercising muscle, carbohydrates [...]

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“It’s Your Time.” – National Women’s Health Week 2011

It’s your time! National Women’s Health Week is a weeklong health observance coordinated by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office on Women’s Health. It brings together communities, businesses, government, health organizations, and other groups in an effort to promote women’s health. The theme for 2011 is “It’s Your Time.” National Women’s Health [...]

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I’m NOT perfect, just like you

I’m NOT perfect, just like you! I was reminded of this fact yesterday when I heard Missy Elliot’s song “I’m not Perfect” on my Pandora radio.  A few lines in this song stuck with me… And your self esteem might be low from what people say Hold your head up high Promise it’s gonna be ok [...]

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How Can I Improve My Balance

Balance, what is it and why is it important?  Balance is a state of equilibrium, a sense of harmony or proportion. Understand how balance works. When in perfect balance, your center of gravity will be exactly above the point where you touch the ground (or if there are multiple such points, between them). The human [...]

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Stomach Slimming – watch & learn…

I love this video – Can you make a few of these simple choices? SELF magazine editor-in-chief Lucy Danziger shared with Erica Hill 8 of her favorite foods that are not only delicious, but will help get that 6-pack you have always wanted.Read more: http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=7254593n#ixzz1BQ512A1g Self Magazine & The Early Show

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Are you ready for Winter Sports?

I am relatively new to downhill skiing, but I continue to learn and make progress one day and one season at a time. Last season I tried using iMapMyRun to track my skiing while at Bristol Mountain – pretty neat to see, but not a real app for tracking my skiing.  I looked for more [...]

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Vibram FiveFingers = almost barefoot

When I wear them, people say… “WHAT ARE THOSE on your feet?” I often respond, “My UGLY bare-feet” These shoes are my Vibram FiveFingers! Vibram FiveFingers is different than any other footwear on the planet. Not only do they bring you closer to your environment, FiveFingers deliver a number of positive health benefits—by leveraging all [...]

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Geocaching – have you tried it?

What is Geocaching? Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game played throughout the world by adventure seekers equipped with GPS devices. The basic idea is to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, outdoors and then share your experiences online. Geocaching is enjoyed by people from all age groups, with a strong sense of community and support [...]

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Cooking Light – Food for Fitness

Cooking Light – Food for Fitness We asked a certified sports trainer and registered dietitian for her favorite pre- and post-workout recipes. Here’s what to eat throughout the day for both energy and recovery. Cardio Foods – What to eat after a cardiovascular workout. Strength-Training Foods – Working with weights? Promote muscle recovery with these [...]

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Girl Golfing

There are lots of lady golfers, just watch the LPGA and be impressed!  I would hesitate to say that I am a golfer, or even that I play golf.  More appropriate would be I have golfed and I am learning to play golf.  I learned how to play golf in the early 90′s, even took [...]

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