Diet And Fitness

Sarah's Slim-Down: DB15 wrap-up

Sarah W. Caron — Fri, 24 May 2013 00:20:00 -0700

Ever wonder if a diet plan's claims are for real? We sure do — so we've decided to put health and diet plans to the test. We're trying DailyBurn.com's DB15 program. Is it too good to be true?

Women's Health Week: Expert advice

Guest Author — Thu, 16 May 2013 06:00:00 -0700

It's National Women's Health week, and while you shouldn’t wait until a week like this to think about your health, it doesn’t hurt to take some time this week to evaluate your healthy — or not so healthy — habits.

Sarah's Slim-Down: Getting started on DB15

Sarah W. Caron — Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700

Ever wonder if a diet plan's claims are for real? We sure do — so we've decided to put health and diet plans to the test. We're trying DailyBurn.com's DB15 program. Is it too good to be true?

Burn 3,000 calories in one week doing family activities

Patricia Conte — Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700

Our everyday activities can really add up to a lot of burned calories. Learn how you and your family can burn those calories and have fun at the same time!

Healthy eating vs. exercise

Kristen Fischer — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 13:20:00 -0700

A survey finds that many people spend less time working out in order to prepare meals.

What March Madness champs are eating

Chris Perrin — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 12:30:00 -0700

A college athlete's body is a finely-tuned engine that needs the right fuel to make it go. It's up to sports nutritionists to give those bodies the right foods for peak performance, but everyone can learn something from their advice.

Harley Pasternak's new Body Reset Diet

Cristina Gibson — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 06:57:00 -0800

Harley Pasternak has trained Kim Kardashian, Megan Fox, Hilary Duff and Jessica Simpson, and now the famous fitness guru has a new book and sneaker line we all can try. Find out his diet secrets and why he says we should work out less!

Sarah's Slim down: Week three of Inferno

Sarah W. Caron — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 08:15:00 -0800

Ever wonder if a diet plan's claims are for real? We sure do — so we've decided to put health and diet plans to the test, starting with DailyBurn.com's Inferno program. Is it too good to be true?

Sarah's slim down: Week two of Inferno

Sarah W. Caron — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 04:30:00 -0800

Ever wonder if a diet plan's claims are for real? We sure do — so we've decided to put health and diet plans to the test, starting with DailyBurn.com's Inferno program. Is it too good to be true?

5 Ways to get your body ready for the beach

Lauren Fritsky — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 01:34:00 -0700

With summer around the corner, you’ve probably been gazing in the mirror and willing your tummy, thighs and bottom to tone up. Unfortunately, getting a hot beach body is going to take a bit of effort on your part. We’ve made it easier by finding some workout moves to sculpt you and diet tips to slim you down faster than you can say “Wollongong.”

10 Ways to improve your workout

SheKnows Diet & Fitness Experts — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 18:29:00 -0700

The first step in improving your health is finding or making the time to exercise. But just going through the motions won't give you the health benefits you're looking for. Doing the same workout over and over can get boring and you are unlikely to see improvements because you are always recruiting the same muscle fibers. Check out these tips for changing things up from the American Council on Exercise:

Simple strategies for getting in shape this summer

Jessica Padykula — Sat, 21 May 2011 12:13:00 -0700

Getting in shape is easier than you think. Spending hours at the gym and depriving yourself of all the foods you love isn’t the only path to success. You’ll be happy to know jumping on the fitness bandwagon has never been so simple and we’ve got the strategies to prove it.

What to eat before and after a workout

Linda Melone, CSCS — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 11:27:00 -0700

It seems every other day, new research tells you something different about how to eat when you exercise. Cardio on an empty stomach burns fat – or does it? Eat protein after your workout – or is it carbs first, protein later? Before you opt to simply sit on the couch with a bag of Doritos, let us fill you in on the best foods to eat before and after a workout.

Dukan Diet craze coming to the U.S.

Meagan Morris — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 17:20:00 -0700

The Dukan Diet is the latest European weight loss craze. Now, it's poised to hit our shores. Here, the experts weigh in on the Dukan Diet -- and whether its promises of fast weight loss stand up to scrutiny.

600 lb. Heart Attack Grill spokesmodel dies at 29

Meagan Morris — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 09:46:00 -0800

Blair River, the nearly 600 lb. spokesmodel for the Heart Attack Grill, passed away this week. Read on to find out what caused his tragic death.

Long term weight loss tips

Suzi Milovanovic — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 21:18:00 -0800

For way too many of us, weight loss is often a temporary event that is followed by loads of aggravation as we slowly watch the pounds creep back into our lives. While many diets fads initially seem like a magical cure, they end up unsuccessful in the long run because they never address all of the components of what successful, permanent weight loss entails.

Carrie Wilson fired as a spokesmodel for The Fresh Diet

Meagan Morris — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 13:32:00 -0800

Carnie Wilson was fired from her gig with The Fresh Diet after she was caught promoting her own line of cheesecakes, a big no-no. What does she have to say about it?

Ab Cuts: Why does Kendra Wilkinson use it?

Meagan Morris — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 00:03:00 -0800

Kendra Wilkinson said she shed her post-baby weight thanks to the help of a weight-loss supplement call Ab Cuts. What is this weight-loss pill and is it effective and safe?

Get a Dancing with the Stars body with ballroom dancing

Meagan Morris — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 09:07:00 -0700

Ballroom dance studios are taking advantage of the Dancing with the Stars craze by offering lessons to people from all backgrounds. Check out how you can dance your way to fitness!

SheKnows Parenting Awards:Best fitness essentials

SheKnows Editors — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 14:31:00 -0700

SheKnows Parenting Awards are here! Vote for the best of everything related to pregnancy and parenting! We want to know what you think are the best products and services for families. Cast your vote in the SheKnows Parenting Awards! Here are the nominees in the Fitness category.

Gym bag essentials

Brianna Martinez — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 12:31:00 -0700

Working out takes a lot out of your mind and body. Whether you workout twice a week or everyday, these essentials will help keep your life organized. So load up with these fitness must-haves and get your sweat on!