Thursday, April 25, 2013

Fit Tip

I know we're all parking as far from our office door as possible, taking the stairs, walking at the park or gym and making the most of  our feet and legs.  This week, really concentrate on your walk.  Keep your chin up and keep your gaze pointed about 10 feet in front of you. (try to look at the TV on the gym wall/ceiling or on the machine in front of you.  This elongates your stride and keeps your neck in line with your spine.  Feel your abs!  Activate your core by pulling your belly button toward your spine to automatically trigger better posture.  And, squeeze your glutes.  You know they're working, but imagine them strong and you'll pick up your pace.

Thursday, April 11, 2013

Fit Tip

Think working out is hard?  This week, change that mindset and think "It isn't easy."  Keep thoughts on a positive note and find difficult tasks seem easier.

Thursday, April 4, 2013

Fit Tip

What can you commit to this week? 
I know you gave up your favorite exercise last week!  You must already have an idea as to why I asked you to do that; our bodies get too used to the repeated drill and are no longer activated by that movement.  Hopefully, you found another good use of your time and didn't just drop it!  This week, restart that program but tweak it a smidge. 
For me, push-ups are my go to, all over move (as you know!), since I can get a quick full body boost that makes me feel refreshed all over.  This week, I will commit to doing plyo push-ups.  Maybe not a full set of 15, but I'll give it my best. 
What can you commit to this week?