The first time I heard about Tracey Mallett was over 10 years ago in New York when Ivy was on Good Morning America and I was her food stylist. I have never actually met Tracey but I have heard so many great things through Ivy and I follow her on social media and love her workouts. I am a full-time … [Read more...]
Fitness Tips
Knowing just a few simple fitness tips can make the world of difference when trying to figure out how to design the best workout program to meet your personal goals.
Fitness Workout Program for Couples
Looking for a fitness workout program? Why not get your sweetie or your friend and give this fun full body workout a try! I actually created this routine for the Chicago Tribune based on the fitness principles my husband and I talk about in our Clean Cuisine book and the workout from my Full … [Read more...]
Gym-Free Secret of Naturally Thin People?
As I write this I am entering my 7th week on crutches after recovering from a major surgery for a rotational osteotomy. The 5-hour surgery resulted in a broken femur with a rod in my leg and screws in my hip and above my knee. I had simultaneous hip arthroscopy and spent 5 days at the Hospital for … [Read more...]
Pilates Mat Exercises Can Take Your Fitness to a New Level…Quickly!
Is Your Workout Not Working? Try Adding Pilates Mat Exercises When it comes to fitness I’m always willing to try something new…not only do I think new workouts help keep fitness exciting and keep you out of a rut but I know that constantly challenging your muscles with new exercises is one of the … [Read more...]
Can Science Help You Lose the Last 10 Pounds?
I was reminded yesterday in my office how significantly ten small pounds can affect a person’s sense of health, well-being, fitness, and self-esteem while I was discussing surgical options with one of my many very overweight patients considering weight loss surgery. She had perhaps 80 pounds to … [Read more...]
Step by Step Yoga Video: Relaxation Breathing Techniques
Video Step by Step Yoga Relaxation Breathing Techniques Yesterday I posted an article and video interview with my friend, yoga instructor Niki G., discussing relaxation techniques for stress and anxiety. Niki and I also talked about how yoga is helpful for numerous health problems (including … [Read more...]
Relaxation Techniques for Anxiety and Stress this Holiday Season
Yoga Relaxation Breathing Techniques Improve Overall Health As 2010 winds to an end I think just about everyone can use some relaxation techniques for stress. I absolutely love the holidays, but they also totally stress me out. I’ll be honest; staying calm and relaxed isn’t something I’m known … [Read more...]
Cardio Versus Strength Training to Lose Weight?
Cardio Versus Strength Training: Let's Settle this! Go to “Any Gym USA” and you’ll see the same scene over and over: TONS of cardio equipment with TONS of people huffing and puffing to nowhere on treadmills, stationary bikes, elliptical trainers, etc. Why are they all doing this? Most of them will … [Read more...]
Travel Workout: The Ultimate Hotel Workout
On The Go: How To Maintain Your Lifestyle with this Travel Workout Nothing throws your healthy lifestyle into a tail spin faster than a vacation. I’ve traveled extensively and I know how hard it can be to stay on track exercising, eating healthfully, getting enough rest, etc. when you’re on … [Read more...]
How Do I Become Physically Fit? The REAL WORLD 30-Minute Workouts that Get Results!
I’m somebody who absolutely does not like to waste time! I have very little spare time these days and so I’m always looking to maximize results on pretty much everything I do…and that includes working out. How do I become physically fit? is a question I get all the time from busy moms just like me. … [Read more...]
