Fitness | Exercise

Woman Jumping Rope

Just Jump—You Won’t Be Sorry

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How to improve your mood, energy level, agility, cardiovascular system and bone density by doing one simple thing.

Walk Therapy: How To Log Maximum Miles Every Month

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There’s no question that walking is good for you. Here’s a clever trick to keep you on track.
The Stick On A Calf

The Stick Can Ease Muscle Aches & Pains

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This little piece of equipment may not eliminate the need for professional massage, but it can help manage muscle pain.
looplacinglock- Katie Runs This

The Best Way To Lace Your Workout Shoes

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Who knew there were so many corrective ways to lace up your workout shoes?
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Lean In: How To Walk To Build A Better Butt

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Lean In: How sprinter’s mechanics and plain old walking on a treadmill can help you develop the derriere of your dreams.

How To Loosen Tight Hamstrings Quick

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Is there such a thing as yoga magic? If you struggle with tight hamstrings, this Five-Minute Challenge might lead you to say yes.
Gifts Wrapped By Brendan Power - Clinton Hussey

2 Great Little Gifts For Beauty & Fitness Types

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Perfect little somethings to put in the Christmas stocking of beauty and fitness types.
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The Perfect App for Time Strapped Yoga Buffs

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Frugalbits columnist Eve Johnson has developed an easy, inexpensive app for time-strapped yoga buffs. Here's how you can win a copy.
Magic Gloves - Casey Phaisalakani

780 Pairs Of Strechy Gloves For $20

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Yes, Virginia, it's true: you can have 780 pairs of gloves for under $20. We report on the miracle here.
Woman Jumping Rope

Why You Need To Jump Rope For 60 Seconds

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We who are likely to die early because we sit too much need a combat plan. Here’s a tactic that could prove an effective weapon.
The Bar Method Fitness

Reshape Your Body With The Bar Method

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Turn your body into a tight, little package in a relatively short period of time with The Bar Method, an intense shape-shifting workout program.
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Quick Little Workouts For Sedentary Types

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There are efficient and targeted ways to shape up even when you sit for a living. We weigh in on the merits of the 10 Minute Solution exercise DVDs.
Adult Woman At The Gym

Get Fit For Free: Try These Killer Workouts

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Sure you can join a gym this month, but you may want to read about these killer workouts first.
Tracy Anderson

Try This Rebounder Workout At Home

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Celebrity trainer Tracy Anderson will put a bounce in your workout with a rebound routine that’s free on YouTube.
Interlacing Fingers And Toes - C. Phaisalakani

Use Your Fingers To Wake Up Your Tired Toes

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Yoga instructor Eve Johnson explains how to wake up your feet by interlacing your fingers and toes.
Marathon Walking - iStock

There’s More Than One Way To Do A Marathon

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Just do it: Marathon walking is a gaining speed because running a 42-km race may be an accomplishment, but it isn’t necessarily the best thing for the body.
Eve Johnson, Half-Hero Pose

Stretch Tight Thighs With Half-Hero Pose

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The half-hero pose is an excellent and easy way to give your thighs a good and effective stretch. Eve Johnson explains how to do it.
Reverse The Curve - C. Phaisalakani

Reverse Your Curve With This Easy Pose

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Most of what we do, including typing, cooking, driving, etc. encourages us to round our backs. Don’t get stuck there. Instead, reverse the curve with a chest-opening pose.
Stair Walking - iStock

Sit 23+ Hours A Week? You Must Move Now

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Even if we live reasonably healthy lives but sit for more than 23 hours a week, we are 64 percent more likely to die from heart disease. Natasha Irvine tells us what to do about it.

Hardcore Circuit Classes Are The Bomb

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Personal training is great, and if you've been doing it, you probably don't want to stop. But there is a less expensive, hardcore alternative for the already decently fit. These top Vancouver training studios are serious about their circuits.

3 Fun Ways To Switch Up Your Workout

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Fitness routines can get boring after a while; results from even the most fantastic regime will eventually plateau. Here are three fun ways to shake up your routine: Zumba, swordplay and laughter yoga.