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After the Gym: How to Get the Perfect "Smoky Eye" Look
After you’ve spent time in the gym working on getting a fabulous body, you probably want to go out and enjoy looking fabulous! Here’s a fun “after the ...
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Exercise
Trainer Tip: Plyometrics for Toning and Extra Burn
Burpees, jump squats, traveling jump squats (a.k.a. “leap frogs”), even jumping rope—these moves are examples of plyometrics and have been around the fitness industry for decades. Plyometrics work ...
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Quick and Easy Recipe: Southwestern Bean Salad
A refreshing, light, protein-packed meal! Southwestern Bean Salad Prep time: 10 minutes Ingredients: 1 (15 oz.) can of black beans 1 (15 oz.) can of red kidney beans ...
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Nutritionist Natalie's Diet Tip of the Week: Garlic Is Great!
Garlic sometimes gets a bad rap for its effects on one’s breath, but the truth is that garlic is really great for you! It helps lower cholesterol and ...
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Aching Muscles? Try Eating Ginger
Ginger has long been known as a powerful root. It’s a natural anti-inflammatory that is recommended for people with arthritis and gastrointestinal disorders. Ginger is also thought to ...
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Trainer Tip: 5 Belly Fat-Burning Foods
Many well-documented studies show that certain foods can help the body burn fat—from the abs! Blueberries In a study conducted by the University of Michigan, blueberries were found ...
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Updates from Makeover Blogger Jenn: Why She Loves a Women-Only Gym
Not only has Jenn been working hard at Lucille Roberts (see video update, below), she also stared down some serious adversity that she encountered in a co-ed gym ...
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Trainer Tip: How to Get Sexy Six-Pack Abs
What woman doesn’t want a flat, sexy stomach? I haven’t met woman or a man who doesn’t take pride in keeping her/his midriff toned and taught. One’s tendency to ...
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Fitness Phrase: What's Residual Force Enhancement?
Here’s a phrase you may hear your trainer say: “residual force enhancement”. But, what does that mean? Residual force enhancement (RFE) refers to the principle of stretching a ...
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Updates from Makeover Bloggers Issa and Carol
It’s been one month since our Makeover Bloggers began their transformation, and they’re all hard at work! The proof is in the results. Both Issa and Carol have ...
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FabFitFun Summer Box is the Definition of Sunshine in a Box + Giveaway!
A brightly colored pink box with smile induced emojis all around it. This is only the beginning of what to expect when you get your hands on the ...
Fitness
Your Activewear for the Warmer & Brighter Months
Summer is basically here and it is about time to switch out your activewear to match the season. Unless you have no issues with exercising in the sweltering ...
