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FITNESS: Workouts

This 10 minute full-body warm up is the perf sweat sesh prep

Warming up before you workout should be a vital part of your overall routine. Not only does it prepare your body for the physical activity it's about to complete, it also prevents injuries. With this simple 10 minute warm up...
FITNESS: Workouts

5 spooky workouts to try this Halloween

From being chased by zombies to doing pushups with your pumpkin, we've got the Halloween-themed workouts that are so effective, it's, er, scary. The Great Pumpkin Think pumpkins are just for decorations or pie? They can also be used for your workout...

FITNESS: Workouts

How to survive the dreaded gym class mile run

That day you've been dreading has finally come: the day you run the timed mile in P.E. class. For those girls who aren't ecstatic about all things physical activity, mile day often feels like a miserable one. While we can't...
FITNESS: Workouts

5 exercises you can do in your room at home

Despite what you may think, exercise doesn't have to happen in a gym; it can be anywhere. For those days you can't or don't feel like leaving your room, try these five exercises to get a good workout in from...

FITNESS: Workouts

5 things you should do if you're new to working out

Now that summer is over and you're back in a regular routine, you've decided you want to start working on your fitness, too. But, uh, how exactly do you start? We've got all of the top tips to take you...
FITNESS: Workouts

Turn the stairs into your personal gym

No gym? No problem! Gym memberships can be expensive and gymtimidation can be real. The answer to your exercise issue is super simple: stairs! They're free and easily accessible—if you don't have a staircase in your house you can use...

FITNESS: Workouts

Five ways to motivate yourself to workout

Does your fitness game need a bit of a boost? Here are five ways to get instantly motivated to move. 1. Create a bomb playlist Create a playlist with all your favorite upbeat songs. You know, those songs that leave you...
FITNESS: Workouts

Why stretching is *so* important to your health

When we think about stretching, most of us might imagine a ballet dancer with her leg all the way above her head or a gymnast in a full split. Although stretching for these types of athletes is definitely important, they...