Workouts on Shine

Take it outside! -- Tips for working out in the cold weather

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So it’s officially coat weather. Yes, we had a few nice days sprinkled in, but I think it’s safe to say that we’re well on our way to winter. Taking a look at my own workout habits, I already notice a difference in my attitude and overall demeanor in regards to working out. For…

Becoming a runner: 7 ways to get (and stay) motivated

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For years, I've been an active woman who didn't dare call herself an athlete. I've chosen challenging workouts but have not ever pushed myself completely out of the comfortable little box. I've done burlesque, belly dance, and some tough strength and walking training, but I've opted out of many opportunities to do the the activity that has scared me the most -- running.

The Weekly Skinny: All the healthy news you need (11-6-09)

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It's yet another case of contaminated ground beef. This time, two deaths may be linked to the meat. FatFighterTV has a look at this story and other diet and fitness headlines making news this week.

Which Workout Personality Are You?

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If you’re skipping your workout way too often, you’re not necessarily lazy - you just might not have the right head for it. In a time when kids and curious weekend warriors are taking DNA tests to find their perfect sport, trainers are customizing workouts to their clients’ psychology. According to Linda Shelton, a trainer’s trainer in Los Angeles who developed this personality-centric program, everybody is one of five shapes, each of whom require a special workout and teaching style.

The Weekly Skinny: All the healthy news you need (10-9-09)

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Which foods cause the most food poisonings? Even healthy ones made the list. FatFighterTV has a look at this story and other diet and fitness headlines making news this week.

Not going to be the fat friend sidekick anymore...

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So I gave into my guilty pleasure last night and watched Biggest Loser. I had just gotten home from the gym and was eating a not so healthy dinner, tacos, and watching these people pour their hearts and souls into making a life change. I have truly been inspired. One of the girls on…

Movie Star Workout: Get in G.I. Joe Shape

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Nichols worked with her longtime trainer Valerie Waters to get into fighting shape for G.I. Joe. For the four months leading up to filming, Waters replaced Nichols's regular routine with three weekly full-body circuit…

Red Carpet Secrets Everyone Can Use

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By Laurel House

Award show season is three weeks away and that means it's time for your favorite celebs to ramp up their…

4 Ways to Make Fitness More Fun

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Play your way to a better body! Remember when exercise didn't seem like a chore? As a kid, you'd run around at recess or take your bike for a spin just for fun. Bring that sense of play back to your workouts and you'll be more likely to get moving, stick with it and see…

Is stretching before workouts a waste of time?

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At my daily blog, The Daily Balance, I’m all about saving time. I LOVE ~~cheating~~ shortcuts and I HATE wasting time. All of our time is precious and I hate…