Pilates is seriously underestimated for its skill to help you tone up and become stronger. Plus, it’s kind on your back and joints! Without proper form, squats and lunges can wreak havoc on your knee joints and lower back. In these exercises, we’ve kept the kindness of Pilates but added weights to help you increase […]
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Squats are great for enhancing your lady curves. Although extremely effective, they aren’t the only moves to grow your glutes. Grab yourself a mat, put the weights to the side and build your booty without squats. With incorrect form, squats can put pressure on your lower back. Reduce the burden and prevent hitting a fitness […]
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Every female right now wants curvy hips, a voluptuous butt and thin waist. Embrace your natural curves or work out harder at the gym to enhance your features and become more confident with your body. Here are some exercises to help you maintain that hourglass figure. Exercises For The Waist and Butt All of these […]
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It’s dismal outside and you’d much rather hit the sack than the gym. But we all know that the feeling of regret is much worse than exercising. When it’s cold and wet outside and you’re feeling lifeless, here are some workouts to try in your living room when you don’t feel like exercising. Workouts […]
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Let’s face it, it can be a hassle using different equipment when exercising. We’re a fan of the barbell because you can customize it to a suitable weight and target the arms, butt and legs. Adding weight to your moves makes the muscles work harder so you have to use the entire body. Here are […]
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Exercising alone can be tedious; it’s hard to drag yourself to the gym for a lonely car drive, and the gym can be an intimidating place if you don’t like working out. Getting fit with a friend is a great way to keep each other motivated and burn calories without hating every second of it. […]
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Pilates is popular amongst all ages and fitness levels, with many celebrities starting the trend years ago. This style of exercise targets the abdominal muscles in nearly every move and is kind to your joints too; it is even renown for relieving back pain. Here are some Pilates workouts to try at home. Pilates […]
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It’s one of the hardest parts of the body to target because the muscles aren’t that big. But it’s not impossible. When the rest of you is looking toned, you don’t want to look off balance with no calf muscles. So here are some calf workouts dedicated to strengthening and toning those muscles. Exercises […]
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In our fitness bibles reads lunges. Most girls mix up their cardio with these babies because they’re adaptable to any fitness journey and tone up the lower body too. But don’t be sheepish to other people in the gym. In order to see real results, you need to know the different types of lunges and […]
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Six months into your new fitness regime and you’re not seeing the body results fitness magazines assured. Despite being a regular attender, you haven’t dropped any inches off of your waist and are still sporting the same size jeans. No Results From The Gym Every frame is different, but the mathematical equation of weight […]
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Working out can get boring or you get stuck in a routine of the same workouts. To be challenging your body, you need to be doing new moves each time. But don’t walk into the gym clueless, as we have created some 30-minute full body workouts for anyone who wants to get fit. Total […]
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We recently received a question from a reader on which was the right one to do, strength training or circuit training? The answer was that it depends on your goals. They both serve different purposes but we believe that you should definitely do both and here’s why. What is Circuit Training for? Circuit training means […]
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Not all of you work out your upper body for just appearance-related goals. Some want to push themselves beyond their limits and master what they couldn’t previously. Here are some effective workouts to increase upper body strength. Upper Body Strength Workouts Push Ups Everyone loves to hate these, but they can be modified […]
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When it’s that time of the month, the last thing you want to think about is exercising. Throbbing pains in the abdomen and an aching back make it challenging to walk around the house, let alone put your running shoes on. But we all know that exercise releases endorphins – a feel-good chemical and natural […]
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There are a multitude of reasons for both men and women to squat. By building muscle, they help to boost your metabolism and thus, burn more fat. Toning your legs and butt, they help to increase leg strength. Variations Of Squats There are numerous versions of squats depending on which area of the leg […]
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Ballerinas may have a slim physique, but don’t let that fool you. There are reasons why it takes 8-10 years of training to become a ballerina; strength, agility and flexibility are just a few requirements. Here are some ballet-inspired workout moves to earn you a slender figure and revamp your exercise routine. Ballet-Inspired Workout […]
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Exercising keeps you in shape physically and mentally as well as prevent and reduce risks of many diseases. Exercise helps with anxiety, stress, and feelings of depression. It offers great mental and social benefits as well, you become a part of a community with like minded people who are striving to do what’s best for […]
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Whether it’s traveling, illness or general life getting in the way, we all might have to skip workouts at some point in our lives. It can be quite intimidating to hit the weights again, but it’s not impossible. If your reasoning was for health concerns, get the all clear from your doctor first. Here are […]
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No pain, no gain. Well that’s not necessarily true. We all appreciate that working out carries some discomfort, and a general soreness to the muscles is to be expected after a vigorous workout. But knowing the difference between temporary overuse and injury can prolong your fitness journey and overall health. Here are some hallmark workout […]
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A lot of women want to know how can they get their arms to look slimmer, but are afraid of becoming too muscular. A common misconception is that working out will make you bulky. In reality, if you want to change the shape of your arms, training them is the most effective way. Flabby arms can be […]
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Sometimes you can’t be bothered with stretching before a workout. Other times, you’re so pumped with energy that you’re ready to jump straight onto the treadmill. Dismissing stretching, or not using proper technique can lead to injuries and a poor performance at the gym – merely because your muscles aren’t ready for the intense moves […]
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The best place to start with this topic, is by answering the question: What are proteins? You hear and see gym fanatics raving about their protein shakes, so let’s see why. Every organ and cell within the human body is functioned by proteins. Most people just think about muscle development when they hear protein, but that’s […]
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Its unique shape is obviously different than a dumbbell. It has a handle and the bulk of the weight is massed into a dense ball. The shape allows the body to perform a swarm of exercises in a natural, fluid motion. Most kettlebell exercises can be performed with a dumbbell, such as performing a snatch […]
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When you are busy and have little time, fitness goals seem difficult to reach. You work all day, sit through traffic, and the gyms are over crowded and intimidating. But you can reach your fitness goals with committing as little as 20 minutes a day in the luxury of your own home. If you are a beginner make sure […]
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A personal trainer can really help achieve your fitness goals, especially if you’re a beginner. And here’s how… Accountability Let’s be honest with ourselves, most us need help being held accountable for the choices we make on a daily basis. Having a personal trainer help keep you in check. They help keep track of what […]
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Most of the women I talk to are ashamed of their cellulite, and to be honest I’m guilty of it as well. But it’s important to know what cellulite really is and that it does not determine how fat someone is. We often get hung up on these small imperfections that in turn inhibit us […]
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HIIT stands for High Intensity Interval Training and it is becoming very popular. This method gets your heart rate up to burn fat without having you spend an hour on a treadmill or elliptical. What’s great about this training is that you can tailor it to your own level and needs. If you’re a beginner, do it for […]
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New moms have a lot to think about: when to feed the baby, what to do if they cry… and how to get rid of those extra pounds packed on during pregnancy. There is a TON of conflicting information out there about how to lose baby weight. If you’re not an expert, it’s really difficult […]
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Anytime you pick up something heavy your muscles get stronger but not bigger. There is a huge misconception that if women lift weights like men, we will get bulky. Strength training will actually give a more powerful weight loss effect than cardio. Just two weight training sessions a week can reduce overall body fat at about 3% […]
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Congratulations, you just recently found out you are pregnant! Now you want to either be your best you to carry this baby or continue your training regimen while pregnant. First and foremost, you should always talk to your doctor about your health before starting or continuing any exercise routine you already have. Exercise won’t increase […]
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It can be daunting when you first start working out. There is this misconception that you need some intricate and complicated workout plan to loose weight or even tone. The truth is that with simple exercises, repetition, and consistency, you can get the body you want. This is an easy and simple workout for beginners. […]
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First we gave you tips on getting that luscious summer hair and glowing summer skin, now it’s time for that bikini body! Here are 5 exercises that are guaranteed to tone those already gorgeous legs. Wide Plie Using your bodyweight, dumbbell or kettle bell Stand with your feet wider than shoulder width apart and toes pointing […]
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Fitness apps can really help you along your journey if used correctly and efficiently. We picked out our favorite apps from the list by digitaltrends.com of the top fitness apps for whatever you’re looking to do! Weight loss Nike+ Training Club Explains how-to execute each exercise with how-to videos that are tailored to your fitness goals. NexTrack: Exercise and weight […]
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There are a lot of people online claiming that they know a thing or two about health and fitness (about a lot of things actually). But here we’re going to talk about which of these things are actually fitness myths and what the real facts are. It’s important to know the truth because our bodies […]
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The Fit Girl is a place where all women can all share their own healthy version of Fitspiration, with positive messages to get motivated and inspired to live the life you want to live. The Fit Girl aim’s to bring articles on healthy habits, fitness hacks and motivational stories on how girls like us can look and feel better than ever. Every month we will feature a different “Fit Girl” that will share her personal story so we can all discover new ways to overcome our obstacles and feel gorgeous again.
