Archive for June, 2008

Protein Drinks, Build Muscle Starbucks Style

When I first started drinking protein drinks after a workout, I would make them exactly as the instructions said. No wonder most people don’t like them. They would either taste too watery or like cake batter. True to my nature, I realized that the instructions are merely “suggestions” (at least that’s how I read the [...]

Crunches and Push-ups and Squats…Oh My!

These three simple exercises cover most of the muscles in your upper body, lower body and your core.Research still shows that these are some of the most effective exercises to do. The cool thing is that they can be done with equipment (like an exercise ball) or without. So if you’re thinking that you don’t have enough [...]

Off Track with the Workout Plan

Lately, I’ve gotten a little off track with my workout schedule. My journal isn’t as colorful as I would like it to be (see What is a Colorful Workout?) My son is out of school for summer and I haven’t quite figured out how we are going to schedule our time. I was hoping to [...]

Home Fitness Silliness…with a Grain of Truth

Okay, so this video is total silliness. I found it hysterical. I’d bet that you laughed too. Usually comedy is funnier when it’s close to the truth. And the truth is: the floor is a good place to get a great workout. Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy using my exercise equipment just as much [...]

What Exercises Can I Do With My Stability Ball?

If you already have a stability ball as a workout partner, here is a 15 minute exercise video that the two of you can do together.
For those of you without one, you can find a good match here. For sizing and what to look for in a ball, check out the video in my prior [...]

What is a Colorful Workout?

I started this week with a workout schedule in hand. So far it’s been awesome! I can tell it is working because I have had some sore muscles. And I am also writing in my exercise journal. Not only does this give me something to look back on to track my progress but it also [...]

Ah, The Many Uses of My Stability Ball

I must admit. I LOVE my stability ball. My stability ball is probably the most versatile and inexpensive component of my home gym. I use it for stretching, doing ab exercises, squats, and lifting weights.
I even use it as a chair when I’m not working out with it. Why in the world would I do [...]