Showing posts with label exercise. Show all posts
Showing posts with label exercise. Show all posts

Kids and Exercise

Wednesday, June 10 |

Maybe your workout routine is great and your in great shape; what about your kids? Kids today move a lot less then they use and it takes a toll on their bodies. Avoid future health problems by making working out a family activity. Kids love playing so get creative and incorporate recess all year long:

* Rollerblade or riding bikes together instead of driving for short distances.
* Take turns or walk the dog together two to three times a day.
* Limit time spent watching TV, on the computer or playing video games
* Create a chore list that includes yardwork and other housework.
* Family exercise: go to local park, play sports, dance together for 1/2 hour.
* Keep kids hydration by having them drink water before and during exercise.
* Play games like tag and follow the leader.

I dare you to watch this video and follow along




Okay I'm so sorry that I did that to you. I just want to get in touch with your inner child and so that you are will enjoy exercising with your kids.

Pump It Up

Wednesday, April 8 |

Spring is here and you know what that means. Yes you have to make a spring cleaning to do list but it also means you should step up your workout regime. Now that working out is hard work, I need help to stay disciplined. It is so easy to make excuses and justify a missed workout, but too many excuses can lead to discouragement later. Like everything in life is pays to have a plan. 


The author of the Homebody Blogger lends her expertise with a helpful article titled Spring is Here: Tips for Sticking To Your Workout. Here’s an excerpt:

"Ok everyone, spring is here and now it's time to get back into your exercise routine. I know, it's sunny and the breezy days have you longing to chill out on the patio of your favorite restaurant, while sipping something nice and cold, but you gotta get that workout in first. Here is a list of suggestions to help you stick to your routine..."


Pump Up the Jam


 

To read the entire article, please visit Wellness Wednesday. If you have any questions or want some advice please leave a comment and either virgo27 or I will address your concerns in a future post.

Toned Abs Coming Up

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I hate those infomercial that sell the latest and greatest abs machine that will make beer belly into a six pack with no effort. They show some poor woman on the floor frustrated and in pain as she attempts complete two sit-ups without success. Then they cut to the celebrity that is currently on some reality show talking about the neck strain that their old exercise routine use to cause before they started using the gadget. They then share a glowing review about how toned their abs are now and it is all because of the abs flimflam. 


 

Let's be honest. We all know if you want tone abs or a six pack you're going to have to work for it. Some of the machine can be helpful: making sure you keep the proper form, or they add resistance, and enabling you to have better range of motion. Still nothing beats a good old fashioned sit up; they are many challenging variations and they are free. So get a mat or a towel, study different the exercising, keeping in mind the proper form, and be patient. If you are out of shape, your muscles are weak and the form will be a little shaky at first, but preserver and make sure you breathe. As you get stronger add reps and new exercises so that you are always challenging your muscles. If you have time watch one of the three abs workout and follow along.




15-Minute Abs Workout


Ab Blaster


The Best Exercise for "LOWER" ABS & FAT LOSS