Tag: Workout

Take your workout OUTDOORS

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As the weather thaws, April showers bring the May flowers, and the days get longer, it’s Spring—and the best time of the year to take your fitness routine outside.

I mean who wants to go to the gym for a workout on a gorgeous day. With a little creativity and imagination, you can replicate almost any gym exercise outside. Why drive to a gym to use a stair-climbing machine when almost any outdoor staircase can provide the same challenge? If you have a bike, take it out on a designated bike path for an outdoor cycling workout. Many parks have trails for running or walking that are much more enjoyable than running like a hamster on a wheel.

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Workout Quick Change Secrets

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Does the New Year Workout schedule have you pressed for time,  feeling like a sweaty hot mess?

Looking for help with the workout quick change from  “Sweaty Hair Don’t Care” to “Messy Bun Getting Stuff Done” day in the office??

Here are a few of my tips quick change workout secrets ….shhhh don’t tell anyone. 😉

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Valentine’s Day Partner Workout

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Partner workoutValentine’s Day is just around the corner.  Before you bust out the Barry White and Champagne….why not get your sweat on first?

Whether you and your sweetie are planning a romantic night on the town or looking to spend a quiet night at home.  Get those workout induced hormones flowing with this Valentine’s Day partner workout.

Working out together is not just good for your physical health, it’s also good for the health of your relationship!  Studies have found that after participating in challenging physical activity, couples report feeling happier and more connected in their relationship. Furthermore, you’re more likely to reach your goals if your partner in life is on board with you. If you’ve been skipping your workouts in favor of spending time with your Sweetheart, than why not combine the two and hit the gym together?

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Exercise During Pregnancy

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Since my last post outlining my experience of the first 20 weeks of pregnancy I’ve had tons of questions about how pregnancy has effected my exercise routine.  So here it is, my approach to exercise during pregnancy.Exercise while Pregnant

When I unexpectedly found out I was pregnant,  I was scared and nervous about all the changes that lie ahead, BUT I adapted. I realized that despite all odds this little egg managed to burrow into my uterine lining while I was training for, and ran, a half marathon.  This knowledge reassured me that this little baby was going to be strong and resilient, and by continuing with my exercise routine I would be keeping it safe and healthy. I openly discuss my fitness routine with my family doctor and Obstetrician, both were supportive and encouraging explaining that exercise will not only make labour and recovery easier on me, but for baby too! I want to preface by saying that I worked out 5-6 days a week for 60-90 minutes a day, in addition to teaching a minimum of 2 indoor cycling classes a week before  becoming pregnant. I wouldn’t recommended starting a new exercise routine once you’re pregnant, and of course be sure to run everything by your OB first.

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