Love & Fitness: Skinny jeans
May 31, 2009 by Ozzie Jacobs
Filed under Fitness Articles, Fitness Blog
This time last year they were your prized possession.
These were the jeans with the snug fit that hugged your curves in just the right way. When you wore these jeans you knew that you were sexy, heads would turn, sirens would sound and hearts would skip a beat. Okay so maybe it wasn’t that dramatic but you did look HOT.
Now those jeans are your nemesis!!!!!
Not only do those jeans have the nerve to be too tight they are a constant reminder of the body you used to have. Each time you step into your closet to decide what to wear there they are taunting you. At any moment the urge to throw those, once beloved, jeans into the trash will consume you but it doesn’t have to be this way. Start salvaging your relationship with your skinny jeans today.
Step 1. Remember the good times. When you and your skinny jeans were happy you lived a certain lifestyle. Maybe you were more active or your eating habits were under control. Try to incorporate those old habits into your life.
Step 2. Work on your communication. Your skinny jeans don’t have to be a reminder of the body you “used to have” they can be a reminder of the body “you can have” if you take a proactive effort toward reaching your fitness goals.
Step 3. Get back together. At one time you and your skinny jeans were a happy couple, why not rekindle the flame. Accept that a relationship with your skinny jeans will take dedication, consistency and a commitment.
Check out the following workouts for some extra help:
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Retro Fitness: Rollerblading
May 30, 2009 by Ozzie Jacobs
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Flashback to the 70s and 80s where one of the favorite pastimes was heading to the local roller skating
rink, lacing up your roller skates and spending hours skating along and jamming to your favorite tune!
As the time passed you didn’t give a thought to how many calories you burned and chances are you didn’t glance at your watch to check how many minutes you had left to go. Those were the days…
Now that the bell-bottoms are gone, the larger than life afros are a thing of the past and disco is no more. Can we ever get back to that carefree attitude about fitness?
The answer is yes!
The new roller rink is on the beach. Take a trip to your local beach (Santa Monica or Venice are great spots), strap on some rollerblades, turn your IPod up and start skating till the music stops!
Rollerblading on the beach is a retro fitness activity that can get you out of your workout slump. The smooth, coordinated movement required is a low impact activity that you can do for 45 minutes or more that has numerous benefits.
- The intensity is perfect for maximizing fat burning potential
- The balance required will challenge your core
- The lower body endurance challenge is perfect for sculpting beautiful thighs and a fabulous butt
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Fitness ID: The Conqueror
May 30, 2009 by Ozzie Jacobs
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Fitness is a quest, an odyssey, a journey in which the prize is satisfaction.
The satisfaction that is obtained when one has mastered a new skill, overcome an obstacle or annihilated their opponent. This defines the Conqueror.
Personality #3: The Conqueror
- Do you find yourself consumed with new fitness trends?
- Are you a perfectionist?
- Do you look forward to learning new skills?
- Do you lose interest in activities after a few months of tireless dedication?
If you answered yes to any of these questions then you may qualify as a conqueror.
The conqueror finds tremendous satisfaction in learning new exercises, skills and fitness activities. The conqueror is highly competitive from an internal and external perspective. When participating in sports the conqueror strives to be the best, when participating in individual fitness activities the conqueror is dedicated to mastery. The strong determination that is characteristic of the conqueror can often lead to accelerated success toward reaching their fitness goals. The conquerors’ inclination to face new challenges can often cause the conqueror to lose interest in their fitness routines after a few short months.
Workouts for the conqueror must be challenging, innovative, and competitive. Conquerors may benefit from participating in team sports, working out with a buddy or subscribing to a fitness magazine/newsletter for inspiration.
If you are a conqueror or you know someone that is, check out the following fitness videos for a routine specifically designed for this type of fitness identity:
- Beautiful Chest, Gorgeous Back, Magnificent Abs
- Dynamic Cardio Workout
- Cross Train: Yoga
- Beach Body: Cross-Training
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Love & Fitness: In the pool
May 24, 2009 by Ozzie Jacobs
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In this economy, being frugal is a must but that doesn’t mean that romance and fun have to go out the window. Lounging in the pool under the California sun can be an amazing way to connect with that special someone.
There are certain benefits to a fitness date in the pool: the attire, the conversation and the water aerobics. Most fitness enthusiasts would agree that it is refreshing to see a fit/toned physique, bathing suits have a tendency to show off one’s hard work in the gym. Lounging in the pool gives you ample opportunity to learn more about each other as it wouldn’t be out of the ordinary to spend hours in the pool (floating in the water can be quite relaxing).
Let’s not forget the “fit” part of the fitness date, as there are many activities that you can do to burn calories and enhance the fun factor. The traditional lap swim may not give you the opportunity to talk as much but holding a floating device in your arms (requiring the lower body to tread water) will allow you to get a great cardio workout while entertaining your date at the same time. Some additional pool activities include:
- Beach ball toss. Take a beach ball and toss it to your partner.
- Beach ball dodge. Take a beach ball and throw it at your partner, be sure your partner understands that he/she should make the effort to “dodge” the ball (this type of “horse play” may not be appropriate for the first date or for the hyper competitive as your partner must trust that you won’t “take their head off”)
- Water walk. Walk the length of the pool; if you’re short you may find it necessary to tread water as you get to the deeper end of the pool. Your partner can always give you a helping hand.
- Tag “You’re It”. This classic game is great for a fitness date. One player is “it” and chases his/her partner around the pool to “tag” them.
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Dynamic Power Workout: Part 1
May 23, 2009 by Ozzie Jacobs
Filed under Fitness Blog, Fitness Videos
Ozzie Jacobs, Health and Fitness Expert, introduces her Dynamic Power Workout with a Yoga twist that is sure to put some spice into your fitness routine. Don’t forget to check out Part 2!
