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6 great reasons to go run!

6 great reasons to go run!

“Running”. Does the word cause you to crinkle your nose? Do you begin to sweat by just thinking about it? To be perfectly honest, during this colder time of year, I run far less than I do during the warmer months. But the cold shouldn’t be a reason to keep you from lacing up those running shoes! As we near the start of a new year, maybe you’re thinking of starting to run. Here are 6 great reasons to go run!

Me and my friend and running buddy Maria
Me and my friend and running buddy Maria

1. Go run with a friend.

Running doesn’t have to be a solo activity. Use it to spend time with a friend, and have some fun with it!

2. It’s a fabulous cardiovascular workout.

Your heart will thank you for all that awesomeness you’re doing for it! Just make sure to wear a heart monitor to keep an eye on it 🙂

3. It’s a killer blast to the legs, creating definition and strength.

Say hello to those hamstrings, quadriceps, hip flexors, and calves. Running also involves the arms, therefore providing an additional calorie burning effect. Woohoo!

4. It’s free!

No gym membership needed, and no equipment necessary (although running shoes can be quite expensive). Just walk outside your door or go to your favorite scenic spot for a little slice of the great outdoors. Its all-natural, too!

5. Running can make you happier.

There’s a major boost to those endorphine levels, and it also helps you release some of the tension and stress you may have. Smile!

6. It revvs your metabolism.

What a great way to both burn a significant amount of calories as well as boost that metabolism for up to 24 hours after your run. Make sure you replenish your body with nutritious foods both before and after your run.

Now, I realize that running simply isn’t for everyone. People that have serious health, heart, or knee issues, or other severe injuries who are advised by their doctor to not run should probably take their advice. Otherwise, you should go for it!  It is a fabulous workout, and your body will thank you. Well, maybe not until afterwards 😉 Now, go run!

What is your reason to go run?

No, it isn’t always easy, but stay tuned for some great tips on how to best prepare to have a great run!

Happy sweating!

Warmly,

Dani

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Today’s Holiday Tabata class workout plan!

Today I taught a holiday themed Tabata class! Check out the layout of what we did! It kicked our butts, and I know it will kick yours too 🙂

My Tabata class workout plan
My Tabata class workout plan

Tabata is 20 seconds of active work followed by 10 seconds of rest.  We repeated each exercise 8 rounds before moving onto the next listed exercise. It is a phenomenal high intensity interval training workout. We used a 10 lb weight for the “Row the lawns” and a 7 lb weight for the extension side lunges. Pick a weight that works best for you, and as always modify and listen to your body. Enjoy this before you change into those Christmas pajamas 🙂 Wishing you a very merry everything!

P.S. I am happy to explain the exercises in more detail, feel free to comment below for clarification or demo by yours truly.

Happy Sweating!

Warmly,

Dani

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Yoga & stress: It’s for everyone!

TRY YOGA! Just try it! Yeah, I’m talking to you! The one who has tried it before but had a bad experience. Or you, the one who hasn’t tried it to even have a valid opinion on it. Set aside your assumptions and read on, my skeptical friend.

Yoga is proven to have countless health benefits, a major benefit being stress relief. Stress is the leading cause of many major health issues, and can be prevented if stress is addressed and released. Everyone has stress, so everyone should be doing yoga!

Yoga has become an essential part of my life, as it has for countless other people, particularly in the form of stress release. Yoga’s true essence is that of control over the mind and body through the use of breath control, physical postures, and meditation. When these elements are combined, they allow one to truly regain control over the mind and body, and find stress simply melt away.

Seem silly? Well, what have you got to lose? Isn’t your health worth investing in with a preventative health approach? I always feel less stressed after I do yoga. There’s a reason it has been around for thousands of years. Yes, THOUSANDS.

So, what are you waiting for? Go to a class and bring an open mind. Maybe try a few different teachers to find one that is a good fit for you. You’ll love it. Or come to my class, I guarantee you will. Namaste.

As always, don’t hesitate if you have any questions! What was your first yoga experience like?

Happy sweating!

Warmly,

Dani

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