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The Gurl Gets Her Question Answered: Why do I get xtra muscle with I lift

Happy first day of the week, everyone!!! I have big news to share, so I’m just going to jump into it. Recently, I had the pleasure of become acquainted with trainer, Taylor Ryan of Liftingrevolution.com and Theartofweightlifting.com. Besides being completely … Continue reading

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Fitness in Small Places

There are many excuses for not working out, but not having room for fitness equipment needn’t be one of them. Don’t believe me? Check out some essential workout accessories, that work perfectly in small apartments, dorm rooms, and other “cozy” … Continue reading

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Question for the Gurl: How to Get Dream Body when Strapped for Time and Cash

Question: I just have to say your You Tube videos are awesome! I have a couple of questions to ask. I have been with a couple of trainers, and I’ve taken lots of boot camps, and I love them. I’ve … Continue reading

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Cola and Your Bones

A few weeks back my joints were hurting me something awful. Did I need new sneakers? Should I start wearing my leg brace again to run? I wasn’t sure what the culprit was. Then I realized something. I had been … Continue reading

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Getting Healthy: tips for beginners

Recently inspired by a recent post on xoJane.com, I decided to create a post solely dedicated to beginning a healthy lifestyle. It can be really overwhelming to embark on the journey to Healthville. There are so many books, videos, magazines, … Continue reading

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Skinny Bitch Fitness: Boot Camp

Who buys themselves Christmas presents? I do, I do!! I just purchased Skinny Bitch Fitness: Boot Camp!! I watched it last night as I studied for finals. Think lots of boxing, squatting, bouncing around and ab work. The routine looks … Continue reading

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The Marilyn Monroe Myth

Marilyn Monroe was a size 12. Well, sort of. Yes, Miss Norma Jean was a size 12…but a VINTAGE size 12. In the 1950′s a vintage size 12′s was equivalent to a size 6 today. So for those of you … Continue reading

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Taking toys away will make kids skinny???

Perhaps you have heard about the new ban in sunny Santa Barbara, California. Just in case you haven’t, here’s the skinny. As you already know, childhood obesity is on the rise. In order to combat this problem, officials in Santa … Continue reading

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Is Your Work-Out Buddy Hurting Your Fitness Goals?

A study published in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, found after interviewing 8,600 exercisers nationwide that those who worked out solo had more intense workouts compared to those who exercised with a partner. The reason for this? The … Continue reading

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