As a runner, you’re used to challenging your body regularly; pounding the pavement (or tackling the trails) while training for races. While it’s essential to get in enough mileage in each week, it can also be beneficial to supplement your routine with different types of cross training and other exercises. Yoga for runners can be…
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The Wedding Songs Workout
Is anyone else getting a big influx of wedding invites? It seems like this must be a big year for a lot of my friends and family! I’m really excited for the ones I’ll be able to attend, and a little sad for the ones that are out of town that I probably won’t. I…
An Ode to Legs: A Leg Workout for Women!
Strength training is vital to great health – and becoming a better athlete! Today’s post focuses on leg strength in particular, which is especially important for runners and triathletes. Enjoy this guest post and leg workout for women (and guys too!) written by Rebecca Mahoney (featured above) of Flex and Shout Fitness! An Ode to…
Top 5 Best Butt Exercises for Stronger Glutes!
If any of you ladies (or gents!) are wondering how to build a better booty – this post is for you! Guest blogger Lizzy is here today talking about the best butt exercises to sculpt and tone the glutes. Enjoy! — Hey Snacking in Sneakers readers! I’m so excited to be guest blogging for Chrissy while…
At Home Circuit Workout!
At-home workouts can be extremely useful if you have family obligations that prevent you from heading to the gym, if you don’t have a gym membership, or if you want something inexpensive that can be done at any time. There are plenty of different body weight exercises that can be done at home using absolutely…
How to Start a Workout Routine at the Gym – Fitness Tips for Beginners!
One of the most common New Year’s Resolutions is to start working out. Yet unfortunately, it’s also one of the resolutions that most people don’t stick with for the long term. One of my readers suggested that I write a post on how to start a workout routine at the gym, with specific fitness tips…
12 Days of Christmas Workout
Christmas is less than one week away, so there’s no better time for a sweet holiday themed workout! I used to do a similar activity with the kiddos when I taught nutrition & fitness in the schools, but this version is ramped up for all us grown-ups. It’s a high intensity workout that should challenge…
Fun Ways to Get Fit: Exercises Inspired from Childhood!
At certain points in your life, developing an exercise routine may seem more of a hassle than fun. However, think back to when you were a child – do you remember playing outside and running around, all the while having a great time? Exercise was not a chore; it was part of play. So why…