Dating back over 5,000 years, yoga is the oldest defined practice of self-development. And running, like other types of exercise, is a great stress-reliever. Combine these two practices and the physical, mental and emotional benefits are boundless. As you already know, running is my drug of choice, however with two half marathons and the New…
Now that you have graduated from all the college sweats and oversized t-shirts that once doubled as both pajamas and workout clothes, it is time to learn how to make your fun fitness gear last. So read on and find out how to “stretch” the wear of your lycra RADicals. More Dough, More To Know. The…
When you look good you feel good! And this spring, FitGirl fashionista, you are in luck. I’ve sought out and sweated in more fit gear than I can keep track of and these are the ones you MUST sprint out and get! Fitspiration: Motivational Tanks You know that bubbly feeling you get when an awesome…
Fitting into your favorite jeans or running your fastest mile by 30 may be what has motivated you to get in shape thus far, but I have found some reasons that are far better. I am not joking. First of all, they are instant (think microwaveable results). Second, they don’t expire (the two examples above…
In my eight years as a fitness professional I have heard them ALL. “My dog is sick.” “I am swamped at work.” “I hate working out!” or “I rather sleep than sweat.” I get it. We all make excuses for why we can’t exercise, and while some are legit most are bogus. So, keep reading…
Just in time for Mother’s Day! As a “Future FitGirl Mom” (future as in expecting to be a mom one day….not currently “expecting”) I am excited to share with you all the fun fit tips I learned at the launch of Merck Consumer Care’s Health and Wellness Effort: The Active Family Project. Designed to help empower…
