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Tag: Exercise

  • Walking Wednesday

    Walking Warrior Challenge #1 Time:  30 minutes Do you only have time for 5 – 10 minutes of exercise? It’s okay! Perform any of the circuits below (hill climb, endurance, or intervals) for the duration that fits your busy schedule. Just be sure to warm-up and cool-down for at least 2 – 3 minutes to prevent injury.…

  • Walking Wednesday

    No time to exercise = No excuse Take a quick, 5-10 minute brisk walk 2-3 times each day! Outdoors, at a park or around the block? Indoors, at the gym or local mall? You choose! “But, I don’t have 30 minutes!” 20 minutes or 10 minutes or 5 minutes will suffice! Some exercise is better than no exercise at all. Incorporate walking into…

  • Monday Motivation

    It is    M o n d a y    again! Do you need some fitness motivation to kick your workout routine back into high gear?  Look no further!  Watch the Aerobic Federation’s performance to get instantly pumped! Flashback to the 1980s in a heartbeat and get your body moving! It does not take much –…

  • Exercise to Reach Your Goals: Part 7

    Goal #7 Reduce Stress and Enjoy Life Exercise improves your physical and mental health, decreasing your risk of heart disease and reducing stress and anxiety. Whether you want an intense, heart-pumping cycling class, heavy max-lifting circuit, or simply a brisk walk or jog to clear your head, any bout of activity will give you a new…

  • Exercise to Reach Your Goals: Part 6

    Goal #6 Learn Something New Add exercise to your daily routine and improve your learning processes! Recent research found that cardiovascular activity increases attention span, improves reading comprehension, and boosts memory.  Further, exercise increases dopamine activity in your brain, contributing to increased focus and concentration.  Are you studying for a big upcoming exam? Hit the…

  • Exercise to Reach Your Goals: Part 5

    Goal #5 Earn More, Save More Do you want a higher paycheck? Exercise! Employees who committed to an exercise program (weight-lifting or cardiovascular training) witnessed a 6 to 10% salary increase compared to their colleagues who did not exercise.  Further, morning or afternoon exercisers are less likely to be stressed, and happier, more productive employees: all attributes…

  • Exercise to Reach Your Goals: Part 4

    Goal #4 Stop Smoking Have you tried to quit smoking and received no luck? Exercise! Physical activity can help you effectively manage nicotine withdrawal and prevent relapse. In addition, exercise will lower your risk of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and other chronic health diseases linked to a sedentary lifestyle. The next time you want to…

  • Exercise to Reach Your 2015 Goals: Part 3

    Goal #3 Fall in Love Fall in love with exercise? No! But, regular exercise will increase your self-esteem and libido (for both men and women). Lorenz and Meston (2014) found a stronger positive impact on satisfaction when women performed 20 to 30 minutes exercise sessions before sexual activity. And, you might just happen to meet your special someone…

  • Exercise to Reach Your 2015 Goals: Part 1

    Goal #1 Losing Weight Exercise can facilitate a weight loss program, however you cannot neglect diet. Increase your cardiovascular activity to burn excess calories. Perform 150 minutes of light to moderate cardiovascular activity each week (30 minutes, 5 days per week) to start your aerobic program.  After 4 to 6 weeks, incorporate high intensity interval…

  • Monday Motivation

    Don’t let Turkey Day interfere with your fitness goals this week! Stay strong and power through your workouts! Monday – Work it! Tuesday – Work it! Wednesday – Work it! Thursday – CHEAT DAY Friday – Work it!