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Exercising at Home
Blogtober 19 is almost over! I can’t believe I have made it through and published a post every day (I am talking like I have already published tomorrow)! This is my first Blogtober so I am so excited to get this done successfully. I didn’t do this well each time I signed up for NaNoWriMo! So yay for progress? I have posted a few pieces about exercise this month but one of my favorite posts on exercise was published early this year on Life: The Reboot. It is a fun post about starting an exercise regimen at home. There are tips for how to set up your exercise space, some…
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10 Fitness Tips
If you’re a newbie thinking of starting a fitness regime, use these 10 tips for beginners to make sure that you reach your goals. Make Your Workout Worth It If you want to get the most out of your workout, you need to remember that around 80% of the results that you get from your workout actually come from just 20% of your workout. That means that in an hour’s session, only 12 minutes of the workout will contribute to the bulk of your results. You need to make those minutes really count. Use compound movements that work for more than one muscle group at a time to really make…
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A Product Service Review: Fabletics
This review contains only my own opinions. I am an affiliate so I may receive compensation if you purchase products through the link at no additional cost to you. I was not compensated for this post. As a regular walker and occasional yogi, I wear a lot of leggings! Lots of leggings! My son says I don’t exercise enough for these outfits! 😊 I started wearing them almost exclusively when my kidney started failing sometime in 2014. I didn’t have a lot of energy, so leggings were easy to wear. When I had the dialysis catheter implanted into my abdomen in September 2015, the leggings were a blessing! Even now,…
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7 Tips for Safe Exercising
Exercise and other forms of physical fitness can be positively life-changing in a number of ways. Your heart, lungs, and other organs benefit, as do important physiological processes. Your mind becomes sharper, you lower your risk of contracting diabetes, cancer and heart disease, and you improve your self-esteem. However, any time you workout or exercise, there is a chance you could become injured. When I was on the dance team in high school, I pulled a hamstring, which has never quite gotten back to normal! I wasn’t always very diligent about warming up and caring for my body before and after a workout. I know much more now. The following…
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Considerations for Beginner Cyclists
Yesterday, we looked at some basics about cycling. Today, we look at some of the information that beginning cyclists might need to get started. As a newbie to the world of cycling, you may be confused about getting started with the sport. The first thing you need to do is buy a bike. Don’t worry. In fact, most people are confused when they first buy a bike since it isn’t all that simple. There’s more to it than just a type or a name brand. There’s a lot to consider. Before you get overwhelmed and just go with a store suggestion, here are some concepts to consider. Hybrid Options As…
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Bike Riding Isn’t Just for Kids
It’s almost the weekend! Friday! So, my Friday Fitness (I’ve named it!) series so far has covered exercise disciplines that involve more stretching and are typically performed inside. There are more of those coming but I’m going to switch gears today. Today, we’ll discuss cycling. There is a reason for the shift—actually, a rather personal one. This weekend, my husband is participating in the MS150 from Houston to Austin. It’s a 2-day fundraising bike ride of 150 miles organized by the National MS (Multiple Sclerosis) Society. It’s his 10th year participating! I admire his commitment to this cause. He started the race because he has several relatives and friends who…
