Anyone guy that wants a well defined set of six pack abs should aim for a body fat percentage less than 8%. Granted, the right type of lighting from above can create an appearance of sharply defined abs, but having a six pack that is viewable in any lighting condition is only the product of a lean body.  Read More →

The Old Spice guy in a towel is my favorite TV ad and the fav of about 50 million others, too.  Smelling like a man (and turning tickets into diamonds) is now top of mind for many U.S. males…and females. A little info digging on my part came up with some interesting theories–even a little research–on how and why we give off our natural scent, before the Old Spice is applied. Seems the immune system and its state of health... 

Walking with ankle weights has multiple benefits. However, it may also hold some potential risks. What are these risks and what should you do to make sure you use ankle weights properly…  Read More →

Do you ever see any articles or hear any discussions that give you new information on how to lower body fat percentage? It seems that everything we hear about losing body fat is just a repeat of the same old stale methods that we’ve heard many times before. In this article, I’m going to talk about a strategy that is new and effective.  Read More →

As a Zumba instructor I am actively promoting my classes. A good majority of people that I meet tell me that they have heard of Zumba and always wanted to try it. Some of them do and some people seem to hold back. If you are even thinking about it here are some reasons why you should give it a try!  Read More →

Aerobics exercises work on increasing your cardiovascular system and energy. The easiest way to access good aerobics exercises to purchase it on DVD’s. Not only than you get to slim down, increase your cardio and it’s also a fun way of ticking away your time.  Read More →

Running is an excellent way to lose weight, however if you don’t have the right equipment it can make it quite hard especially during summer. Imagine running around with a jumper on in 30c heat you must be crazy, so you should definitely invest in a running vest.  Read More →

My Yoga Online has added 2 new exciting online yoga videos by Melina Meza.  Melina integrates concepts of Ayurveda into these wonderful Vinyasa and Yin Yoga practices bringing attention to how the body and energy systems work with the summer season.  Enjoy these new online videos with our newly added iPad/iPhone applications.  Also available as downloads. Summer Seasonal Vinyasa Flow Summer is the Pitta season (composed of the Fire... 

How should you incorporate aerobic vs anaerobic exercise in your workout routine? The difference between the two comes down to low intensity vs high intensity exercising. Each offer unique benefits.  Read More →

Well, the 2010 hurricane season is upon us and we have already seen a brief if intense tropical depression form right over us here in Turks and Caicos (this is now TS Bonnie, by the way). As umbrellas do next to nothing in high winds and heavy rains, a good pair of rain boots and a large poncho are my best solutions to a walking commute. This allows me to get to the Pilates studio relatively dry and go about my day.  Read More →

I have discovered the joys of making money on the internet, which is exciting because I can work from anywhere on my laptop or Blackberry device. I have a good laptop warranty in case the hardware goes, and there is enough open source free software on the web that all you need is an inexpensive hosting account and some domain names and you can do quite a lot. Obviously one of my niches is Pilates, and as someone who used to be solely tied  Read More →

Want to start a running regime and get the best out of it, then before you even consider starting you need to make sure you have the right gear on such as a running vest. By making sure you wear the proper gear you will also notice slight changes in improvement.  Read More →

There are many fine, relatively recent products being offered to buy every week. Many of these could possibly be promising, or worth another look. A few of these have distinguished themselves amongst their users, and are now being spoken well of round the forums and therefore are also growing rapidly in user acceptance.  Read More →

We are excited to announce that MyYogaOnline.com ’s online video library just got even more accessible. Now community members can access their entire range of content—including yoga, Pilates, meditation, dance, martial-arts-inspired, expert Q+As, and more—from their iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch. “We’re always working to serve our members to the best of our ability,” says MyYogaOnline.com CEO Jason Jacobson, “and... 

We are excited to announce that MyYogaOnline.com ’s online video library just got even more accessible. Now community members can access their entire range of content—including yoga, Pilates, meditation, dance, martial-arts-inspired, expert Q+As, and more—from their iPhone, iPad, or iTouch. “We’re always working to serve our members to the best of our ability,” says MyYogaOnline.com CEO Jason Jacobson, “and...