I hear women say all the time is that they need to do more situps or ab crunches to get rid of their belly fat. As a country, we have a problem with excess fat, and the worst place to carry it is in the belly. That’s also the most common place to carry it! That’s why I want you to understand what type of exercise is best to reduce that belly fat. Continue reading “The best exercise to reduce belly fat”
4 Simple reasons to have a winter exercise plan.
Since we’re in the thick of the winter season, I’m wondering how many of you have a winter exercise plan in place? One of my friends recently confessed to me that she gained back quite a bit of weight because she went into winter without a plan for exercise after she had been biking outside all summer. This is a common oversight. But it’s also one that’s easily solved.
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Get motivated with a heart rate monitor
In my last blog, I talked about how you could get motivated to exercise by tracking your progress. One great way of doing that is by using a heart rate monitor while you work out. I’ve used one for years so I can say firsthand that it definitely helps with long-term motivation. Continue reading “Get motivated with a heart rate monitor”
My list of 7 hiking essentials
In writing these blogs I hope to not only educate you a little but also inspire you to get out and try some new activities. Not only for the exercise but for your mental health and enjoyment. Hiking is one of those activities that I think most anyone can enjoy, as long as you have some essential gear! Continue reading “My list of 7 hiking essentials”
Hiking vs walking: how you can benefit from both.
Moving our bodies is important. And the way we move them is even more important for our long-term health. The more variety we give our bodies, the more we challenge them by using different muscles. And more muscle is what we all need for better health!
I started out as a walker years ago but am now much more of a hiker for several reasons. So today I want to tell you about the differences between hiking vs walking and how you can benefit from both activities. Continue reading “Hiking vs walking: how you can benefit from both.”
Life lessons I learned while hiking
In all of my outdoor adventures, I always learn new lessons. I find that exciting and it keeps me motivated! Hiking is no exception. Sometimes I learn practical things like how to prepare better before heading out. Other times I learn life lessons that give me a new perspective on the world in general. So I want to tell you about some things that occurred to me on our most recent hiking trip! Continue reading “Life lessons I learned while hiking”
Tips to make exercise a habit for good.
I am proud to be a regular exerciser, but it didn’t happen overnight. In fact, it took me years to get into the habit of being consistent with it even though I was always active. But one of the first things I realized about exercising was that if I waited to feel like it, it just wasn’t going to happen! So how did I get past that hurdle, and others, to make exercise a habit for good? Continue reading “Tips to make exercise a habit for good.”