Women's Fitness

Sizzling fitness: The best workouts for winter

Janette Janero — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 10:30:00 -0800

Don’t let those freezing temperatures get in the way of your workout routine this winter! There are plenty of exercises that can be done indoors and outdoors with the climate change. We asked Janette Janero, fitness expert and founder of Enlite by Janette Janero, for her tips on finding the best workouts for winter. Forget winter hibernation and keep exercising with these top tips and sizzling workout routines of the season.

Try a boxing boot camp workout at home

Tracy E. Hopkins — Sat, 04 Aug 2012 11:52:00 -0700

Many women want to learn to box, but feel intimidated and don’t know where to start. But Boxing Boot Camp , a new fitness video by Empower Fitness , will have us throwing left jabs and right hooks in no time. Created in collaboration with Striking Beauties, the nation’s first 24-hour boxing gym designed exclusively for women, Boxing Boot Camp is a maximized interval training workout that includes a cardio-revving jump-rope warmup and 12 rounds of boxing.

Karina Smirnoff drills us with her dance fitness secrets

Catherine Conelly — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 10:04:00 -0700

If you've ever prayed for a workout that is actually fun, Karina Smirnoff swears that your prayers have been answered. Besides building her brand on Dancing with the Stars and recently opening her very own studio in Woodland Hills, California, the dancing queen is now adding blockbuster babe to her resume with a new fitness DVD. SheKnows celebrity correspondent Whitney English joined Karina's class at The Sports Club/LA and had the chance to chat with the star about how dance keeps her in tip-top shape.

Are you in love with your workout buddy?

Kristina Marquez — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 10:55:00 -0800

Do you think you’re in love with your exercise partner but not really sure? Your body is giving you signals you’re interested … and your mind seems to agree. Could your mind be mistaken on what your body is telling it and those feelings of love aren’t really about your buddy at all? Here’s how sweating together can release endorphins and more.

Newest healthy treats for women on the go

Linda Melone, CSCS — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 09:57:00 -0800

If you think burgers and high-fat meals are the only fast food hunger fixes, you're in for a yummy surprise. Some of the tastiest and healthiest snacks are now grab-and-go. Here's a rundown of a few of the latest and greatest healthy treats for busy women.

Women’s health: 10 must-have health products

Michele Borboa, MS — Thu, 30 Dec 2010 04:18:00 -0800

Being healthy goes beyond sweating at the gym for two hours or running a marathon. Certainly, a moderate level of fitness needs to be at the top of the list, but there are other components of your health that need attention, including diet, reproductive health, brain health, stress management and skin care, just to name a few. Here are 10 must-have health products for women to help you improve your overall health in the New Year.

No OM Yoga: Modern yoga for women on the go

Kimberly Fowler — Tue, 28 Dec 2010 09:53:00 -0800

If you’ve avoided yoga because you aren’t an OM-chanting pretzel poser and the hour-long traditional yoga classes don’t fit into your busy schedule, it’s time to try a modern form of yoga that is more practical than spiritual. No OM Yoga is a yoga practice that meets the yoga needs of today’s women and fits into the busy lives we lead. Here’s why you should integrate this form of no-nonsense yoga into your fitness routine.

10 Ways to take control of your health

Kathy A. Johnson — Thu, 23 Dec 2010 08:40:00 -0800

Have the last few weeks of family gatherings and holiday festivities left you feeling unhealthy and out of control? Take heart — a new year is upon us and with it, many ways to take back control of your health. Here are 10 tips to help you lose weight, get fit and increase the quality of your life.

Budget-friendly fitness: How to get a great body on the cheap

Jessica Padykula — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 13:58:00 -0800

Resolving to lose weight this year? Chances are you’re not alone. But gym memberships can get expensive, as can yoga, Pilates or other fitness classes, so what’s a fitness-minded gal to do? If you want to finally lose that last five pounds, or just commit to a more active lifestyle, we’ve got some great ways to improve your body – on a budget.

How to avoid party food temptation

Karen Hawthorne — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 04:14:00 -0800

When temptation beckons this party season - or when you’re facing any festive occasion in the new year -- planned strategies can help keep your daily calorie intake in check and avoid the dreaded holiday weight gain. SheKnows spoke with Dr. Wayne Andersen, medical director for Take Shape for Life Wellness program, for his top diet tips when you’re heading out to celebrate.

4 Diet tips for your best body in 2011

Linda Melone, CSCS — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 03:41:00 -0800

As you sweep up the last of the New Year's confetti, ponder how you'll make 2011 your fittest yet. Instead of measuring your success only by numbers on a scale, try these expert-recommended approaches to make 2011 your healthiest ever.

Travel fitness: Urban runs around the world

Laura Keller — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 08:44:00 -0800

If your New Year involves globe-trotting to faraway places, lacing up your running shoes on a bleary-eyed, jet-lagged morning may be the key to discovering corners of the city you might otherwise miss. Get your endorphins buzzing during your international travel with these picks for best urban runs around the world.

Smart nutrition tips for the multi-tasking woman

Mindy Whitacre, CN — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 08:20:00 -0800

If your busy lifestyle leads to less-than-desirable diet choices, you aren’t alone. Research demonstrates that women who are too busy to focus on their diets are more likely to succumb to impulse eating and spontaneous food purchasing. This leads to a higher risk of obesity. To give you a healthy start for the New Year, here are the ABC's of smart nutrition for the multi-tasking woman.

Celebrity fitness: 4 new celebrity health items

Linda Melone, CSCS — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 08:12:00 -0800

Looking good and feeling good are part of the job when you're a celebrity. Stars like Mario Lopez and Sarah Michelle Gellar can't afford to be in less-than-perfect shape in front of the cameras. To boot, A-listers can't risk their health on ineffective health and fitness products. Want a red-carpet bod? Check out these celebrity-endorsed health products and reap the benefits like your favorite stars.

Look 5 pounds thinner in 5 days during the holidays

Michelle Dudash — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 08:23:00 -0800

Snacking on Thanksgiving leftovers for a week, sharing holiday potlucks at work and nibbling on Christmas cookies from your well-meaning neighbor may have left you barely squeezing into that little black dress you bought a month ago. Most of the weight fluctuations seen on the scale in a short time are from changes in fluid status, because that’s the variable that changes from hour to hour and day to day. Gas retention is another factor. Here are five quick tips to help slim down quickly, without starving yourself before your next cocktail party.

4 New fitness gadgets for 2011

Linda Melone, CSCS — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 08:13:00 -0800

Have you ever looked forward to an event because you found the perfect outfit for it? The same motivation works for exercise. A new set of workout tunes, the latest fitness gadget or a cool pair of kicks adds fun and keeps you going. So why not treat yourself to a new piece of fitness equipment for the holidays? After all, your health is a gift to yourself. Check out these latest, greatest fitness toys which range from the simplest to the extravagant -- but aren't you worth it?

Snowboarding: 'Tis the season for winter fitness

Sarah Kelsey — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 08:48:00 -0800

Hitting the slopes with a snowboard is de rigueur among the celeb set. Everyone’s doing it, from the Jolie-Pitt crew to Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake. And while snowboarding is trendy, it can also do your body a world of good, tightening and toning every muscle group . Here are a few good reasons to conjure your inner snow-bunny and get fit with snowboarding this season.

Fitness gear and gadgets for the New Year

Lisa Armstrong — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0800

Whether you dread New Year’s health and fitness resolutions or thrive on them to keep you motivated to stay in shape, the right fitness gadgets will make your exercise endeavors not only successful, but also inexpensive and convenient. Here are our top picks for fitness gear for the New Year.

The truth about fitness certifications

Linda Melone, CSCS — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 11:31:00 -0800

Anyone can call themselves a personal trainer. While there are some legitimate credentials, no current licensing exists to separate qualified trainers from those who simply decide to tout themselves as fitness professionals. Recent hoopla over celebrity trainers has raised interest in the qualifications of trainers who appear in reality shows like The Biggest Loser, but how do you know a trainer is truly qualified or simply has a savvy publicist? Good question.

Top 10 Fitness gifts: Holiday gifts for the fitness diva

Michele Borboa, MS — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 09:20:00 -0800

Whether the fitness diva on your holiday gift list is dedicated to the gym or prefers to work out at home or outdoors, our top 10 fitness gifts are designed for the hardcore athlete or female fitness buff.

Women's fitness: Hockey for a hot bod

Sarah Kelsey — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 12:54:00 -0800

Known for its fast-moving action, hockey is one of the best full-body workouts anyone can get. And it’s not just for boys – more all-girl hockey leagues are popping up across North America. Here are a few things you need to know about hockey before racing for a puck.