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FIT Project (New Orleans) part two
by Sarah Stanley Inspired
posted February 25, 2011 at 5:39pm
I left you with a melting heart – kind of. Quick recap: I just finished speaking at a school and the kids, although rowdy, were precious. This weekend the FIT Project had me in New Orleans.
Don’t know what the FIT Project is? Then run over here and...more
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The relationship between food and training
by Run Girl Run
posted February 24, 2011 at 12:20pm
Why is it that on days I don't work out I always want to pig out on not-so-healthy food, but on days when I work out, I tend to crave healthier things?
That just seems so strange to me, but it's definitely been the trend this week as I embrace my laid ba...more
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Now me: Lessons in transcending circumstances
by Byline to Finish Line
posted February 21, 2011 at 2:40pm
Do your workout.
Those were the instructions from Sue, who was positioned on the treadmill to my left. It had been a while since the two of us shared a run, and what better time to benefit from her wisdom and energy then on my longest run since the Disne...more
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FIT Project (New Orleans) part one
by Sarah Stanley Inspired
posted February 16, 2011 at 1:14am
Welcome to the Big Easy! Where you are a sweetie to everyone. I dig it. The FIT Project took me to New Orleans, Louisiana. I was really excited to be able to visit this city and state. This state is currently ranked No. 8 on the obesity charts. While I ...more
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Fitness Metrics Part Three: Analysis
by Run Girl Run
posted February 3, 2011 at 5:27pm
The beginning of a new month is the perfect time to analyze your fitness metrics to gauge your progress.
In Part Three of the Fitness Metrics series, we're going to look at how to use all the data we've been tracking to improve our training and overall ...more
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Barefoot Running Vlog
by Run Girl Run
posted February 2, 2011 at 9:30pm
It's time for another edition of the Barefoot Running Chronicles. In today's video I take the Vibram FiveFingers for a run on the treadmill and compare it to my experiences running on a treadmill in normal sneakers.
Check it out!
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FIT Project (Phoenix, AZ) Part Two
by Sarah Stanley Inspired
posted January 28, 2011 at 12:42pm
I left off with you drooling over the fresh fruits. Today will have you rushing to go get some fresh veggies.
In case you don’t know what the FIT Project is all about, here is a recap.
The FIT (Fitness Inspired Tour) Project is a national fitness to...more
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FIT Project (Phoenix, AZ) Part One
by Sarah Stanley Inspired
posted January 27, 2011 at 2:02am
Why, looky, looky, I think I spy donuts, ice cream, nachos…wait a minute. NO YOU DON’T! Not this blog! What you DO see is a pair of running shoes, a race bib, some fruits & veggies and a passion for kids.
In case you haven’t heard about the FIT...more
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Celebrating small achievements
by Run Girl Run
posted January 25, 2011 at 10:09pm
Last night for the first time since I started regularly strength training back in December I was able to jump to 10 lb. dumbbells and crank out a ton of bicep curls and rows.
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My arms were sore and shaking in the process, but I left that class ...more
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Jack LaLanne: More than a guy who sold juicers
by Byline to Finish Line
posted January 25, 2011 at 12:45pm
Perhaps the universe has a touch of irony. After all, what are the odds that I happened to catch the episode of the Gilmore Girls in which Sookie and Lorelai have a brief debate on whether Jack LeLanne was dead or alive on the morning an NPR report ...more
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Fitness Metrics Part Two
by Run Girl Run
posted January 24, 2011 at 12:12pm
In Part One of the Fitness Metrics series, we looked at all the different data you can collect about your workouts, including running pace, weight, body fat percentage and more.
Lots of good stuff.
In order to make sense of all that data coming in, you ...more
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Low cost ways to mix up your fitness routine
by Run Girl Run
posted January 21, 2011 at 1:21pm
Winter can really put a damper on even the best workout efforts, especially if you live in a cold area.
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The chilly temperatures and the short days just make you want to curl up on your sofa with a mug of hot chocolate and a good book. And while...more
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The secrets of a six-pack
by My so-called FABULOUS life: Brianna Glenn
posted January 12, 2011 at 4:53pm
I use 24 hour fitness facilities quite frequently when I'm not training at the Olympic Training Center. I always try to go incognito--meaning not head to toe spandex and definitely no midriff bearing tops. People stare. And then they ask questions. Man...more
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Equinox Gyms recruit fashion photog for new ad campaign
by A Glam Slam
posted December 28, 2010 at 1:53pm
Equinox's 51 gyms are gearing up for 2011 with a racy new ad campaign. The luxury fitness center has tapped into fashion photographer, Terry Richardson, for their outdoor digital and print ads. Richardson is well known in the fashion world for his risque,...more
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Toning Shoes Review
by Chic Runner
posted December 28, 2010 at 1:48pm
So I decided to give the ‘toning’ shoe craze a chance. People have emailed me about if I have ever tried the shoes and I want to be completely honest in this post. I hope not to offend anyone, but I really did a LOT of work on this review throughout...more
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Why a TV marathon is not a real marathon
by Sarah Stanley Inspired
posted December 8, 2010 at 8:39pm
I don’t own a TV and if I am around one, I don’t watch much. I’m either running or sleeping. I get my entertainment from social media. And laughing at myself.
I have watched a few episodes of a certain show called The Biggest Loser. In fact I wro...more
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Hot to (Turkey) Trot
by Pretty Tough
posted November 24, 2010 at 4:17pm
It’s that time of the year again when turkey lovers who love to run gather for an appetite-inducing morning of good-natured competition. So, what exactly is a Turkey Trot?
On Thanksgiving Day, or very near it, runners across the U.S. lace up thei...more
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Ellipti-Go Review
by Chic Runner
posted November 18, 2010 at 11:18am
I was contacted to try out a new fitness gadget, the Ellipti-go. We planned what day I would be free to travel up to Hermosa Cyclery. It’s about a 30 drive from my house and I knew that it would be best if I did it on a day off. I took a friend from wor...more
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Madonna to open chain of health & fitness clubs
by Pretty Tough
posted October 31, 2010 at 7:04pm
Do you want your arms as contoured and fit as Madonna’s? It will soon be possible.
Yesterday, the pop icon announced she is set to launch an international health club chain called “Hard Candy”.
The music star is famed for her toned figure and ...more
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Muffin Tops
by My so-called FABULOUS life: Brianna Glenn
posted October 18, 2010 at 9:01pm
A few years ago, I realized that it was actually possible for me to develop something that almost resembled a muffin top. (Before you go rolling your eyes I have actual witnesses that can attest to this fact.) This phenomena was something I never experie...more
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October Challenge (no monsters here)
by Sarah Stanley Inspired
posted October 12, 2010 at 1:27pm
For the month of October I’m promoting a challenge. Its called the Burpee Challenge. Do one for every day it is. If its the 8th, do 8. Very simple. And I want you to join me.
Why? To get your heart pumping! And its all part of my mission to get the w...more
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