We all have every intention most days of making it to the gym to put in that hard workout, taking us one step further towards our fitness goals and an overall healthy lifestyle. But like everything else in life, sometimes even the best of intentions slip away. Realistically, there are days when you can’t get [...]

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As if getting out of bed is not hard enough, exercising first thing in the morning can be positively dreadful.  Unless you are naturally a morning person, finding motivation for an AM workout can be difficult but knowing the task to come is going to leave you feeling energized and refreshed can help get you [...]

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Robin Boland, The Laughing Cow’s winner of the ReShape Your Health Facebook contest back in March, took a few minutes to sit down with us and answer some final questions about how her “ReShape” has impacted her active lifestyle, daily habits and workout routines. Read on to find out more … And, to check out [...]

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What is better than the smell of a fresh, summer BBQ? Probably nothing, except enjoying it with family and friends! I make a mean Bison Burger. I enjoy side salads, fresh vegetables and fruits – mostly watermelon – and a cool beverage to wash it all down with. And yes, even dessert (gluten free of [...]

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At the beach, don’t just sit, get fit! In the summer, the beach is the place to be.  It also makes for a fantastic scenic workout.  Instead of just lounging and relaxing, try one of these fun workouts to get the most out of the sunny days. Running on the Beach Running in sand is [...]

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Marco? Polo! Marco? Polo! Each time I hear those words, I can’t help but want to find the nearest pool to dip into. It’s summer; mostly likely just as blazing hot for you as it is for me. The pool becomes an instant best friend! You can absolutely hit the pool and “dive” into swimming [...]

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Six pack abs are the most sought after body part, according to online search engines.  Vanity aside, belly fat is also reported to be the most dangerous place your body can store fat when it comes to your health.  Although you cannot spot reduce, lowering your total body fat and adding exercises that incorporate your [...]

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The summertime is beloved for many reasons.  Extreme heat during a workout however, is not one of them.  Diving into a pool or the ocean is an easy quick fix to cooling off, but have you tested the water for a daily workout? Swimming is praised by fitness experts for its lack of pressure on [...]

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As a child, I was highly active and energetic! But then again, what child is not? That’s the beauty in childhood. A child would never wake up in the morning and say, “I’m dreading my workout today, but I must get at least 30 minutes of activity in.” No, a child wakes up at 6:30am [...]

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Ahhh summertime! The kids are out of school and the weather is just inviting you to be active outside. Take advantage of the quality time you have to spend together as a family by promoting health and wellness.  Kids love to get up and move around.  Sitting down for hours in the car driving to [...]

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Ah, summer! The long winter has led to a highly anticipated summer. Gone are the days of cold and dreary, and present are the days of warmth and barefoot in the sands! Back in January you without-a-doubt committed to your Reshape Goals. I know by now you are well on your way to feeling even [...]

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Robin Boland, The Laughing Cow’s winner of the recent ReShape Your Health Facebook contest, took a few minutes to sit down with us and answer some questions about how her “ReShape” has been going now that she’s a couple months into it. Read on to find out more … Q: How has exercise improved your [...]

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On St. Patrick’s day, I was blessed with a beautiful baby boy. Two months later I’m cursed with 25 extra pesky pounds. As I try to get back into shape this year there are 3 big things I’m keeping in mind. It’s NOT the end of the world. Sometimes I need to tell myself, “You [...]

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As follow up to my post yesterday, my second day with the TV crew and Girls on the Run, a national organization that combines running games and workouts with a curriculum designed to encourage positive emotional, social, mental and physical development, was so fun and exciting. This opportunity came about through the Life Well Laughed [...]

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This all started when The Laughing Cow approached me asking what I would do to give back, in light of their Life Well Laughed Project, which you should check out to see how you can help to give back to your communities through delightful snacking. Giving back is something I am passionate about. It ties [...]

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Top 4 Self Fit Tests: How Fit Are You? Do you know how physically fit you really are?  Whether you’ve been working out for past 3 months or 3 years regularly, it’s wise to regularly check in and see where your fitness levels are at.  Being able to compare your own results will help you [...]

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Maintaining your fitness is not just about the idea of running a 9-minute mile today, tomorrow and next month. Maintaining your fitness embraces the concept of staying consistent and maintaining habit. We all live busy, hectic and on-the-go lives. The nature of today’s world is one where we cram 25 hours worth of things into [...]

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I rarely get through a workout without my tunes! Music is a way of life for me, and fitness with music makes everything a little sweeter. I have used my “go-to” playlists to squeeze in those last few reps, complete the last few miles of my half-marathons and get the motivation and energy to begin [...]

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They say, “Nothing changes if nothing changes.” And thus, in an attempt to reshape your health, you must also reshape the approach and your level of commitment. You must make this the BEST-Change! In the past year and a half, I have completely reshaped my health. Here are my 5 tips for staying the course, [...]

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How often do you stretch?  If you are like most, you probably know it’s important but you focus most of your attention on cardio and strength training.  Flexibility is often the most neglected component of a fitness program.  It refers to a joint’s range of motion, effecting posture, mobility and injury prevention.  For example, sitting [...]

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This will be the year I finally stick with my New Year’s Resolution! I know this because they are not my “resolutions.” They are my goals. Resolutions solve problems; goals cross lines. (Side note: I know that “goals” cross lines. Something you probably don’t know about me is that I was an ice hockey goalie [...]

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Joining a new gym can be intimidating.  From proper etiquette to navigating where everything is stored, it’s easy to look like a tourist in a foreign land – minus the camera.  Here are five tips for new gym members that will have you looking like a seasoned veteran. 1.  Clean Your Equipment Although every gym [...]

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Gyms can be intimidating especially if you are a beginner.  Whether you are unfamiliar with a particular machine or you simply do not know if your form is correct, the key is to look confident.  Most gym goers have no idea what they are doing.  Even proper form and technique is debated among industry professionals.  [...]

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Certified personal trainer, Sarah Dussault shows us how to workout from home without any special equipment.  Follow along with her in the video below for your best at-home fitness routine.  After you partake in some FitJoy, enjoy a post workout snack!

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