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What Is Your Favorite Fitness Brand of 2011?

Sean Duffy — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 22:02:49 +0000

The year is coming to a close, and we want to hear from you! Do you practice brand loyalty? Whatever your favorite brand, make your voice heard by voting in our poll! Take a look at your shoes, gym bag, and workout gear, and then tell me: what brand gets you most excited to work out? What Is Your Favorite Fitness Brand of 2011? Adidas Athleta Champion Lucy Lululemon New Balance Nike Patagonia Under Armour Zobha

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Get the Bod: Victoria Beckham’s Legs

Dr Dreams — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 21:15:06 +0000

Victoria Beckham has more than a great fashion sense – she’s got great gams, too. Check out these three leg-toning exercises we learned directly from her trainer, Ronald Jean. Watch the video for the deets on these multitasking moves, and then be sure to work them into your workout routine.

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Do You Still Go to the Gym in the Summer?

Dr Joe — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 17:47:11 +0000

Sunny days are meant for outdoor activity, so it’s no wonder that fitness fans come out in full force when the weather warms up. But between bugs, humidity, and searing sun , is an outdoor cardio session too much to take when the heat strikes? While San Francisco’s Summer may not be typical (it’s been cold and rainy here), even on a cool, sunny day I love to run outdoors. But while there’s nothing like a run in the park during a nice day, I still enjoy the convenience of working out in a gym; mine is just a few blocks away from work, so it’s hard for me to justify skipping out on a workout, especially after I’ve lugged my gym bag with me during my commute. Do you still work out in a gym during the sunny months, or do you shun the indoors to take advantage of the season? Do You Still Go to the Gym in the Summer? Yes – It motivates me to have a plan, and sometimes it’s too hot outside! No – I spent enough time there in the Winter! I do both – I have different reasons for each workout. I don’t ever go to the gym!

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Do You Ever Take Back-to-Back Classes?

Dr Joe — Thu, 19 May 2011 10:06:34 +0000

Is there ever a time when you go to a class – whether yoga, boot camp, Pilates, or kick boxing - and notice someone from the class before you, staying for your class? Whenever I go to hot yoga, there’s a man who does back-to-back classes, possibly even more than that! And they aren’t just restorative yoga classes, with lots of deep breathing and relaxing stretches, they are the intense, fire-breathing (feels like it!) bikram classes. Yes, he looks amazing and is in better shape than I’ll ever be, but sometimes I wonder if I could ever pull off going to two classes in a row. I guess you’d already be warmed up, so what’s another hour or two? You would think that getting lots of exercise and going to more than one class wouldn’t be a bad thing, but there are those who are addicted to exercise . When exercising becomes an obsession and a compulsive behavior, the benefits of exercise fade away since you are putting additional strain on your muscles and joints, which can lead to serious injuries. Overall, factors like the actual class, its length, and how much exercise you do outside of your classes can all be factored into whether or not two or more classes is too much. But what about you? Do you ever stay for more than one class? Do You Ever Take Back-to-Back Classes? All the time. Never Depends

Are You a Fan of Prepackaged Diet Plans?

Sean Duffy — Wed, 11 May 2011 23:49:18 +0000

Consumer Reports recently came out with its latest diet ratings, and Jenny Craig is on top . The diet program took top billing in part because most people on it stay on it for a while; a recent study found that 92 percent of dieters on the plan stayed on it for two years. Three of the top four, actually, also featured branded prepackaged meals . Rated just behind Jenny Craig was Slim Fast, which offers branded meal replacement bars and shakes to help you lose weight. The Zone’s delivered meals also were rated highly, coming in fourth. And while third-place Weight Watchers doesn’t require product-endorsed meals as part of the diet, it does sell optional frozen meals and includes meetings or online counseling for support. The diets that came in last, however, were the low-carb Atkins program and Ornish, the diet that emphasizes whole grains, fruits, and vegetables while limiting animal products. While there are support plans available for both diets, the main tenets of both can just be followed by buying a book. Finding a diet that works for you can no doubt be a challenge; some people may love the convenience of knowing what and how much to eat, others may scoff at eating processed or frozen foods. Are you a fan of prepackaged diet programs like Jenny Craig and Slim Fast? What do you like about them? Are You a Fan of Prepackaged Diet Plans? Yes – The portion-controlled, packaged meals and counseling help me stick to my diet. No – I don’t like the limited options.

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Are Exercise Classes at Gyms Underrated and Overlooked?

Dr Dreams — Tue, 03 May 2011 10:28:13 +0000

Many of us have basic gym memberships, but still pay a little extra to go to our favorite classes outside of the gym – does Saturday vinyasa at a studio up the street sound familiar? I’ll be the first to admit that it took awhile for me to wrap my head around the fact that my gym membership also includes access to cool classes like kickboxing, yoga, boot camp, and more. The gym I go to is pretty basic, and I associate it with workouts that consist of cardio and weights, that’s it. I’m sure if I went to a fancy gym , I’d consider signing up for their classes, since higher quality often equals experienced instructors and a better experience . . . right? Am I overreacting or should I give my gym’s classes another shot? (I have attended a few but wasn’t overly impressed.) I’m just not sure that I’ll be able to budge on my yoga classes - I love my dimly-lit, incense-smelling, yoga studio! Where do you stand on this topic? Source: Flickr User familymwr Do You Take Specific Exercise Classes at Your Gym? Yes – I love my gym’s classes. Never – I prefer going to a specialized studio. I mix it up.

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Head-to-Toe Fitness Fashion For Mother’s Day

Dr Dreams — Tue, 03 May 2011 10:06:40 +0000

Mother’s Day is less than a week away, and if you’re not sure what to get the special mom – or moms – in your life, look no further! This Mother’s Day, get mom in gear with the latest Spring workout looks. Whether it’s a cute hoodie for her afternoon walk or running tights to sprint into the next marathon, we’ve got plenty of great choices for you. View Slideshow ›

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What’s Your Favorite Gym Perk?

Dr Dreams — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 09:48:47 +0000

My last gym was a bare-bones type, so I never got used to expecting any extra perks from being a member. While talking to a friend, however, I was surprised to learn that her gym had member appreciation pizza nights and other social functions. Putting aside the idea of eating pizza at a gym, extra perks help form a community at the gym and keep you coming back. Other gyms and sports clubs have different kinds of complimentary extras that make you glad to be a member. What’s your favorite gym extra? What's Your Favorite Gym Perk? Spa services Membership appreciation days Free coffee or snacks Other, I’ll let you know in comments.

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Do You Suffer From Exercise Equipment Buyer’s Remorse?

Sean Duffy — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 22:40:46 +0000

Pop into a Saturday garage sale and you’ll surely see one of these exercise machines for sale. Price tag? $50 or best offer. These high-ticket items used to be all the rage until they started collecting dust in our basements when we decided we’d rather get fit outside or go to the gym. After our Guess the Fad Exercise Quiz , I couldn’t help but think of the exercise equipment I no longer use but had to have back in the day. Are there any machines that you wish you had never bought? Or maybe you are one of the few who has a shiny new elliptical or treadmill that gets used every day? Which piece of exercise equipment do you regret purchasing? Treadmill Elliptical Exercise bike Stairmaster Rowing machine I still use my exercise equipment!

Jennifer Hudson Tells Essence That She Inspires Fans to Lose Weight

Dr Joe — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 19:45:47 +0000

Jennifer Hudson graces the cover of not one, but two editions of the April issue of Essence . One is being sold on newsstands, and the other will be sent to Essence subscribers. In the interview, Jennifer talks about being a working mom, her upcoming wedding , and of course, her 80-pound weight loss : “I didn’t realize that so many people were watching me or that so many people were interested. Now people come up to me saying, ‘You’ve inspired me,’ and I’m like, Wow.” Even though her fiancé is still adjusting to her new body , it sounds like her fans are all about it! Have you ever inspired someone to live healthier? Yes No

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