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Online Streaming of Fitness Classes

Today in my neck of the woods (Wisconsin), I am feeling pretty grateful for unseasonably warmer weather. Yesterday we hit as high as the mid 50’s and today we are in the 40’s. It is quite a contrast from a year ago when we were digging ourselves out after receiving more than two feet of snow. Winter can be a difficult time to exercise. It becomes especially challenging when the clouds are grey, the temperatures are frigid or there is a ton of snow. Who wants to go out in that? Maybe it’s not even the weather. Maybe you are … Continue reading →

Fitness Trends Predicted for 2012

There are already predictions out for what the top 20 fitness trends for 2012 will be. This is according to a survey conducted by the “American College of Sports Medicine.” One of the fitness programs that is said will make this list is (no surprise) Zumba, something I recently blogged about, as it is coming out on Kinect for Xbox 360 in February, 2012. Not only Zumba but other dance workouts will likely be a fitness trend for 2012. The dance wave is hitting fitness centers, classes and video game systems worldwide. Another trend that is predicted is the increase … Continue reading →

Great Deals on Fun Family Spring Break Activities

If you have a little slugger in your family he (or she) is guaranteed to go batty for the incredible spring training deals being offered by Florida’s Grapefruit League and Arizona’s Cactus League. Both baseball organizations are offering outstanding opportunities for your little ones to catch big-league action at a relatively small price. What’s more, if you are traveling from out-of-town to see these athletes in action, you can save on hotel accommodations too. For example, Seralago Hotel & Suites (considered one of central Florida’s most affordable and family-friendly properties), is offering a spring training special to families who stay … Continue reading →

The Fitness Week in Review for Week Ending June 6

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What a week! Can you believe that it’s the first week of June and that we’re at the halfway point in the year? Intellectually I know time has passed, but it feels like yesterday that my daughter entered 1st grade and all of a sudden she was officially passing the 1st grade and is now a 2nd grader. It’s more than enough to make a mom weep, but more on that at another time. Right now, let’s take a look at our fitness week in review. Focus on the Olympics In our continuing series that focuses on the Olympic athletes … Continue reading →

Ski Getaways for the Entire Family

If you live anywhere in the northern portion of the United States then you are likely waiting for Old Man Winter to take a hike. However, given the number of ski deals still available for the months of March and April there are at least a few families who can’t get enough of (or are planning to experience for the first time) the thrills associated with shooshing down the slopes. Take a look: VERMONT The “Popcorn and Powder” package is ideal for families with young children or those who don’t have much experience on skis. For $305 per room per … Continue reading →

Fitness Tax: Personal Health Investment Today Act

Hey, it’s tax day (don’t panic, you still have until Tuesday at midnight to file) so I thought we could spend a few minutes talking about taxes, deductions and credits. A few months back, I wrote about the fitness tax credit being offered to Canadian taxpayers and what a great idea I thought that would be if we had something similar here in the States. As it turns out, there was a bill introduced in the 109th Congress that ended up in Ways and Means and stalled there. The bill received very little media attention and it was not reviewed … Continue reading →

Top Ten Family Ski Resorts Countdown (Part Three)

The countdown continues… 4. RITZ-CARLTON BACHELOR GULCH, Beaver Creek Mountain, Colorado Don’t let the name scare you away. I found some affordable packages for families here – and the amenities make it well worth every dollar. This is a year round AAA five diamond resort, so there is no question that you and your family will have a top-notch vacation. The spa at Bachelor Gulch was rated #3 by a well-known travel magazine. Besides a fitness area and beauty treatments, BG offers a wonderful hot tub in a rock-lined grotto. Even with all this luxury and pampering, the Kids’ Program … Continue reading →

Fitness Trend Predictions for 2007

Do you know who the ACE is? The American Council on Exercise is considered the fitness authority in America and they offer certifications for personal trainers, fitness programs and more. The Council dedicates a great deal of their research into fitness industry and more. Every year, they offer their 10 fitness predictions for the year to come. According to their research, 2007 will bring programming that offers low-cost fitness options and alternative forms of exercise for different populations from the young to the old. Among their other predictions are: Specialized fitness programs will be expanded for older adults – while … Continue reading →

The Fitness Week in Review – December 5-8

The week was a short one due to the health crisis my family suffered this week. We’re back on track however, so our week in review is going to be shorter than normal. We’re spending the month of December trying to maintain our fitness and kicking off new fitness programs as well as preparing to make our New Year’s Resolutions. So here are our few articles from this week, please don’t hesitate to let me know your questions or preferences for more articles in the future. Tuesday, December 5 In Dear Heather: I Have a Question we launched a new … Continue reading →

LDS Families and Fitness

We have been counseled to take care of our bodies. It is important to stay in good physical condition because this allows us to serve other better. It also helps us to have peace, contentment and better health. The church has a program, which is a physical fitness challenge. You can set up a rewards program so that as each family member reaches a certain level they will receive something. This program is available at www.providentliving.org, along with several articles about good physical fitness. One of the challenges in physical fitness is finding the time to complete the exercise programs, … Continue reading →