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Are You a New Year’s Resolution Maker or Hater?

Lori Bonaparte — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 17:22:18 +0000

I personally like to “map out goals” vs. “make resolutions”. The difference is that by mapping out goals, I will review them quarterly to see if I’m on track. There is also an internal difference and I’m not just focused on one thing (like losing weight or getting in shape). My “goal mapping” includes other [...]

Video Tips for Your New Years Resolution to Lose Weight

Lori Bonaparte — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 17:03:32 +0000

C’mon, you know you’re thinking about it. Okay, so maybe you’re not thinking about what you can do to keep your resolution but I bet you’re thinking that it’s okay if you eat one more ______ (fill in the blank) because after January 1st you are going to ROCK your resolution to lose weight. Well, I [...]

How To Not KILL Your Family (and Waistline) These Holidays

Lori Bonaparte — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 00:55:25 +0000

I received an email the other day from my friend Jeff Anderson (aka The Muscle Nerd). I thoroughly enjoyed it because it was composed of the perfect blend of humorous sarcasm and TRUTH. Those two things blended together always touch me in a way that nothing else can. I LOVE IT! Anytime we learn something while [...]

Holiday Gift Ideas for Healthy Weight Loss-Part 2

Lori Bonaparte — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 14:13:59 +0000

Here’s a gift idea that is just about on everyone’s gift list, especially those interested in losing weight and eating right. A personal chef for a week. (from Bistro M.D.) Let’s face it eating right and losing weight takes work. It’s work to plan, shop and cook all that nutritiously balanced food. And that’s assuming we already [...]

Holiday Gift Ideas for Sports & Fitness Buffs (or Wannabes)-Part 1

Lori Bonaparte — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 20:48:54 +0000

It’s that time of year again. Are you wondering what you could possibly get that special someone on your list with an interest in fitness? One of my favorites is Bodylastics Resistance Bands and here is why: Under $50 Adjusts to any fitness level (from beginner to Terrell Owens-Super Strong Man System) Builds Muscle (Strength Training) It is quiet (your [...]

Upper Body Workout Video With a Stability Ball

Lori Bonaparte — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 03:48:57 +0000

I just love workout videos that only take a few minutes and use something as common as a stability ball! It seems like lately all the time I have to get in some exercise is a few minutes here and there. I need to start making good use of my few minutes. I think this [...]

Lose Weight Quickly by Clicking Your Mouse

Lori Bonaparte — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 13:53:36 +0000

WeightView.com is a really cool site that will help you lose weight quickly. How much weight do you want to lose? With the click of your mouse you can lose 20 pounds or more in a flash. What am I talking about? Okay, so you know it is not quite that easy, if it were the [...]

Video of Dumbbell Exercises

Lori Bonaparte — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 19:47:45 +0000

You can get in a great workout at home with a set of dumbbells and the knowledge of a few dumbbell exercises. If you already know some dumbbell exercises, it is easy to fit them into what you are already doing. For example, put them next to the TV and lift them while you watch [...]

Reclaiming My Youth With the Presidents Physical Fitness Challenge

Lori Bonaparte — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 05:25:18 +0000

You might remember the Presidents Physical Fitness Challenge when you were in school. You know, the one where they test you on various fitness exercises and make you feel like everyone in the entire class is in better shape than you. Okay, so that last part was totally from my perspective. But that’s how I [...]

Can Your Body and Your Checkbook Both Be Healthier?

Lori Bonaparte — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 04:15:52 +0000

Are you wondering if it will cost more to eat healthy and lose weight? There are all kinds of excuses we tell ourselves in order to put off eating right or losing weight. One of the excuses I hear is that good food costs more. Well, now you’ll have to find a different excuse because [...]