Exercise

Britney Spears tells Shape how she got a bikini body after kids

Kim Grundy — Wed, 15 May 2013 13:20:00 -0700

Britney Spears is back and better than ever as she flaunts her bikini body on the June issue of Shape magazine. The mom of two shares her exercise and diet secrets for looking amazing after kids.

Most of us don’t exercise enough

Kristen Fischer — Fri, 03 May 2013 06:06:00 -0700

A new report says that most Americans are not getting enough exercise.

Arm liposuctions up

Kristen Fischer — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 07:25:00 -0700

New statistics show that arm liposuction, or brachioplasty, operations have surged.

13 Workouts to try in 2013

Elaina Verhoff — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:06:00 -0700

Need some motivation to get moving? Switch up your routine with a new workout. With this list, you can try at least one new workout each month.

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.

Exercise boosts brain memory

Kristen Fischer — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 10:11:00 -0700

Two new studies shed light on how different types of exercise aid in cognitive function.

Competition, cash aid in weight loss

Kristen Fischer — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 05:41:00 -0700

Competition and money fuel weight loss success, a study indicates.

Mom swap: Ways to change up your gym routine

Whitney Coy — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 00:12:00 -0700

It's not easy to stay motivated to work out, and a boring gym routine makes it even more difficult. Change up your gym routine to keep things exciting and keep you wanting to go back.

Bethenny Frankel works out in heels, talks fitness

Cristina Gibson — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 05:18:00 -0700

We got to work out with Bethenny at a funky NYC fitness class and score her workout, diet and parenting tips. Listen in!

Mind-body boot camp: the new fitness trend

Cristina Gibson — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 04:22:00 -0700

There's a new breed of boot camps in town that infuse yoga and Pilates elements. See why this workout could be right for you!

Women unite to bring yoga to children with special needs

Maureen Wallace — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 08:00:00 -0700

Sometimes, you can’t help but credit fate with bringing two people together. Jackie Currie has worked with children with special needs for close to 40 years. Lisa Tendler has introduced yoga to thousands of people over the course of 20 years. Those 60 years of experience combined to bring yoga to parents and their children with special needs in a unique class developed with peace in mind.

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!

Go Irish dancing to kick off your spring fitness

Lisa M. Maloney — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 09:00:00 -0800

Ever sneak a peek at a Riverdancer's bum? Go on... you know you want to. Of course they have buns of steel. All those leaps and fancy steps don't come easy! Take up Irish dancing and you, too, will see a change in your body, while having fun doing it.

What to eat after yoga

Aimee Fortney — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 15:15:00 -0800

Focus on your breathing in your yoga class and your food selection, afterward!

New campaign helps you get in shape for a cause

Jessica Watson — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 03:51:00 -0800

Need a reason to get in shape or reach that fitness goal you've been dreaming of? CURE International has given you just that. You can become a CURE Champion and help a child in need find their dream as you work towards a fitness dream of your own.

Not now, Mommy's pole dancing

Ami Burns — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 09:00:00 -0800

Sexy workouts are all the rage, but should you tell your kids that you're burning calories on the pole?

Post-workout snacks that fuel afterburn

Elaina Verhoff — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 09:00:00 -0800

Did you know you can keep the calorie-burning effects of your workout going strong even after you're done exercising? Unlock your body's metabolic power with an intense workout followed by a healthy post-workout snack.

Pre-workout foods that burn more fat

Elaina Verhoff — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 09:00:00 -0800

Ready to crank up the effects of your exercise routine? Treat yourself to one of these pre-workout snacks and turn your body into a powerful fat-burning machine.

Get your mama workout on... inside your house!

Katie Kavulla — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 22:30:00 -0800

It's raining, it's pouring, your workout's getting boring! If you're a mom who loves to exercise outside, the winter months can be torture. Or, if you're a mom who has a new baby at home and can't find the energy to brush your hair, let alone get out of the house to workout, these indoor exercises that you can do in your own home — with little to no equipment — will help keep you in shape over the winter months.

6 Exercises to help kids with Down syndrome learn to walk

Maureen Wallace — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 09:00:00 -0800

Children with Down syndrome often have a much harder time learning to walk, primarily because of their characteristic low muscle tone. Here are six exercises one physical therapist recommends to help children build strength.

Are you addicted to the gym? When exercise becomes unhealthy

Jessica Padykula — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 03:32:00 -0800

Is there such thing as too much exercise? We're delving into what's healthy, what isn’t and what happens when you hit the gym too much.