A Guide to Medicine Balls
Medicine balls have a long history as effective fitness tools. Having evolved far beyond their humble beginnings as animal skins filled with sand, the modern medicine ball offers a wealth...
Lisa Johnson |
LiveFit
-
-
FAQ: Battle Ropes
Battle ropes are some of the hottest pieces of exercise equipment — and for good reason. They not only look cool, they also make for a killer workout, no matter...
Lisa Johnson |
-
10 Small Steps That Lead to a Healthier You
Spring is upon us. Health should always be a priority, but it’s easy to lose sight of health goals with the daily grind — especially during a time as challenging as...
Lisa Johnson |
-
Staying Fit and Healthy in College
There are plenty of cliches about how unhealthy college students can be. From the “Freshman 15” to ideas of excessive drinking, partying all hours of the night, and living off...
Lisa Johnson |
-
Get Started with TRX Suspension Training
You may have heard of TRX suspension training, or maybe you saw some odd looking straps dangling in your friend’s home gym. But did you know how easy it is...
Lisa Johnson |
-
Barbells or Dumbbells?
In the past, many considered strength training as only for the young and strong. Misconceptions circulated that hitting the weights was difficult to learn, risky for your joints, and would...
Lisa Johnson |
-
10 Tips for Fitness Resolutions
We’ve all watched New Year’s resolutions fall by the wayside before we’ve even hit February. No more! This is the year you follow through and make those fitness goal resolutions...
Lisa Johnson |
-
Top 10 New Year Fitness Quotes
It’s easy to make New Year fitness goals. But after the ball drops, what’s going to motivate you to stick to your resolutions? Getting up every morning and hitting that...
Lisa Johnson |
-
No Fun, No Gain: Making Exercise Fun!
Naturally, we are likely to repeat activities that we enjoy. Our brains are wired that way, and there is no point in fighting it! You may be able to grit...
Lisa Johnson |
-
The Top 10 Reasons You Should Have a Home Gym
Going to the gym is a great habit, but sometimes life gets in the way and you just can’t make it there. That’s why it’s important to have exercise equipment...
Lisa Johnson |
-
Beginner BOSU Ball Ab Workout
Whether you’re looking to step up your at-home workout or add a little variety to your fitness routine, the BOSU ball might be just the tool you need. The BOSU...
Lisa Johnson |
-
Get Started With a Plyo Box Workout
Compared to state-of-the-art home gyms or high-end treadmills and ellipticals, a modest box might not seem up to snuff. However, you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover or workout...
Lisa Johnson |
-
How to Use Treadmill Incline
Many avid runners know that treadmills offer the health benefits of running and walking — without having to battle the elements, navigate unpleasant terrain, or limit yourself to the light...
Lisa Johnson |
