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Blisstree has teamed up with FitFrosting and The Healthy Voyager to bring you an amazing giveaway just in time for summer. FitFrosting is a members-only sale site for active women who value style in the gym and in life. And The Healthy … More
Many of us shell out big for expert fitness tips in January: Whether we’re lured in by a personal trainer package at the gym or a brand new workout book, it’s easy to find yourself paying a lot for a … More
We love giving great gifts over the holidays, but it often leaves us with a little wiggle room in our fitness budget–just when we’re craving a really good workout. Enter: GaiamTV–the online resource that grants access to top yoga and … More
Whether you were an early adopter, or discovered it more recently via SNL or Ellen, by now you’ve heard of Korean rapper PSY‘s “Gangnam Style” hit song and music video. And admit it: You love it. I do, too. But even though I’ve done my part to make it the most “liked” YouTube video ever, it also completely terrifies me, because I just knew that Gangnam Dance was going to worm its way into fitness classes and become the next big workout trend. Which, for those of us who can’t dance, is an absolute nightmare. More
I’ve been doing Shaun T‘s exercise video series Insanity off and on for about two years now. My friends and husband all think that I am insane for Insanity. But they (and I) had no idea how insane things could get. Because this Saturday I had an opportunity to see Shaun T do a live demonstration of his workout at Chelsea Piers in Manhattan. More
Oh Jennifer Lawrence. You continue to inspire me every single day with your normalness. You’re so healthy and fit and wise and funny. If you ever move to NYC and need a roommate, let me know. Also, if you need me to play a small-to-large role in Catching Fire, also let me know. While I don’t want to pat myself on the back too hard, I do have to mention that several people have told me I look like a Finnick Odair. Just saing. More
If you’re feeling under the weather, you may be wondering if it’s acceptable to work out or if you’d be better off taking a rest day. True, sometimes exercising will help you feel better. But other times, it can do more harm than good. So when is it OK to cheat on your fitness routine and stay in bed? We did our research and consulted with wellness expert, Dr. Susan Biali, MD, for some answers. Here’s how to gauge whether you should pull on your gym shorts or stay in your pajamas. More
We ask a lot of the clothing we wear when we work out. It has to be soft, stretchy (but not too stretchy!), breathable, durable and able to sop up all our sweat without leaving us feeling clammy or soggy. Oh, and is it too much to ask for it to be fashionable, too?
Recently, two Blisstree writers tested out various pieces from Ion Actif’s activewear collection, and they were surprised by how much they enjoyed wearing the colorful, cute and functional gear. We loved Ion Actif’s clothing so much, we wanted to give one lucky fan of Blisstree on Facebook the Ion Actif top and bottom of their choice (a $120+ value). Click here to enter to win and read on for our reviews of Ion Actif’s Skort, Jolie Sports Bra and Zen Capri pants. More
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• Avoid these embarrassing yoga moments. (Fit Sugar)
• Essential gardening tools for beginners. (Shelterpop)
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• Check out Ellen Degeneres’ vegan website. (Organic Authority)
• Boost your bliss at any age. (YouBeauty)
• Fuel and feed your body the right way. (YourTango)
• New melanoma drug approved by FDA. (Third Age)
• Burned out? Here’s how you can get back on track. (HuffPost Fitness)
• A wake-up call for sleep deprived skin. (Truth In Aging)
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• These veggie filled meals will boost your metabolism. (Fit Sugar)
• Essential oils help you heal. (Organic Authority)
• The perfect work-out wear to stay cool for summer. (Prevention)
• A great garden for every season. (Shelterpop)
• Amazing way to relieve an irritating sunburn. (Truth In Aging)
• Find yourself after a break-up through exercise. (YouBeauty)
• Help your hands stay young. (Third Age)
• Your life may be the way it is because you attracted it. (Your Tango)
• Our meaning of happiness changes as we age. (HuffPost Fitness)
•Is the “caveman diet” the best way for you to lose weight? Find out more here. (Prevention)
•Refresh your workout routine with these tips. (Fit Sugar)
•Men are now living almost as long as women. (Third Age)
•Why you look so hot when you’re in love. (YouBeauty)
•Facts your personal trainer won’t tell you. (Third Age)
•Working out twice in one day. Yes or no? (Vitamin G)
•Every day techniques to nip those crazy food cravings. (Your Tango)
•Excellent pool side snacks. (Organic Authority)
•Drinks that can ruin your workout. (HuffPost Fitness)
•Summer-only adventures to take advantage of in New York. (Well+Good NYC)
•Summer-only adventures to take advantage of in New York. (Well + Good)
•You can be healthy even if your partner isn’t. (Fit Sugar)
• Not all carbs are bad for you. Here are some healthy ones. (Organic Authority)
• Try out these healthy pizza recipes on the grill. (Prevention)
• Turn your egg cartons into bouquets. (Shelterpop)
• Wrinkle creams that don’t work. (Truth In Aging)
• Why you look so hot when you’re in love. (YouBeauty)
• Facts your personal trainer won’t tell you. (Third Age)
• How to heal after an affair. (YourTango)
• Drinks that can ruin your workout. (HuffPost Fitness)
To eat or not to eat before a morning workout: Throughout my athletic endeavors, I, like many of you, have been given conflicting advice here.
“You should consume a light meal before a workout so you have more carbs and energy to burn,” professed one group of exercise enthusiasts. “Have some water or a cup of sports drink right beforehand, but nothing else so your body burns fat not carbs,” preached another group. So for years, I’ve been stuck in a flip-flopping routine of eating, not eating, eating and not eating before my a.m. runs, swims and/or bike rides. I have continually stocked my kitchen with bananas and bagels each week never knowing whether I should eat them or not; sometimes they just sat there collecting mold as I opted for “not.”
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If you think your elliptical, Stairmaster, and leg-press machines need airing out after a sweaty gym session, it seems your prayers have been answered. Outdoor gym equipment is coming to your nearest park and boardwalk, thanks to the latest European import: outdoor elliptical trainers meant to help sedentary people who are intimidated by the gym to get moving. Anything that gets more people active is a good thing, but if the point is to encourage outdoor exercise, there are already plenty of activities meant for the outdoors that don’t require fancy (or expensive) equipment. More
