Fit Links

Fit Links: 7 Diet Tips To Drop Pounds and a Weekend Workout

Written on June 14, 2013 at 5:21 pm , by Karla Walsh

This week’s fit links from around the web:

• Sometimes little things, like these 7 diet tweaks, add up to a big difference on the scale. — Kath Eats
• Find out why that hands-free gadget policy might not be as safe as you thought. — NPR
• Laughing is an ab workout, right? We can’t stop giggling at these 10 hilarious gym signs. — The Great Fitness Experiment
• You need no equipment, a small amount space and a little mental game to master this fun 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 workout. It’s totally on our weekend to-do list! — Fitnessista
• Three words: baked Sriracha fries. Time to heat things up in the kitchen! — Diets in Review
• Could the wrong pair of sneakers be sabotaging your workout? Check out this handy infographic to learn how to select the right pair for your fitness routine.  — Greatist

 

Fit Links: An Equipment-Free Home Workout Challenge and 2012′s Top Fitness Findings

Written on December 21, 2012 at 11:02 am , by Karla Walsh

This week’s fit links from around the web:

• We get it, you’re busy during the holidays. So try this no-equipment-necessary workout that’s doable in your home—or hotel room! — Blogilates
• An indulgent holiday flavor in a protein-packed snack? Yes, please! We’re hoping this Gingerbread Cookie Protein Shake tastes as amazing as it looks.  — Dashing Dish
• Find out which diets were most popular in 2012. — Diets in Review
• And as we’re looking back, click for a digest of the year’s fitness news you can’t miss, from metabolism-boosters to the dangers of your desk chair. — Fit Sugar
• Kids on a sugar high? Teach them that they don’t need frosting to have fun! We love these seven healthy ideas to help them celebrate the season. — 100 Days of Real Food
• There’s no autocorrect for dangerous, high-traffic intersections, so remember to pause your texting while walking across the street! — NPR

Fit Links: 2013′s Top Food Trends and Fit Gift Picks

Written on December 7, 2012 at 3:53 pm , by Karla Walsh

This week’s fit links from around the web:

• Start prepping your shopping lists now: These nutritious foods are going to be flying off shelves in 2013. — Huffington Post Healthy Living
• Before you buy the latest gadget as a gift this season, check out this list for 10 ways to spot something that’s too good to be true. — SparkPeople
• We can’t wait to try this protein-packed Puppy Chow recipe at our holiday parties! — Eating Bird Food
• Ready to sweat? Take your workouts to the next level with these 13 intensity-boosting tips. — Greatist
• Your bank account will be as healthy as your pals when you give them these fit gifts (all are less than $5!). — Fit Sugar
• Do you follow a training plan while prepping for a race? Find out what style may be best for your next PR mission. — Healthy Tipping Point

Fit Links: Thanksgiving Treats and Fit Ways to Still Help Sandy Victims

Written on November 16, 2012 at 4:18 pm , by Samantha Shelton

This week’s fit links from around the web:

• Still smoking occasionally? Join the Great American Smokeout and quit today. -The American Cancer Society
  
• Breaking Dawn: Part 2 has already raked in around $30.4 million. Will you see the final film in the Twilight series? -Wall Street Journal
• Sign up for this virtual run to support Sandy victims and possibly win over $2,500 of your favorite fitness gear. -NYC Running Mama
• It’s about that time: holiday shopping for loved ones. Buy from this Awareness Line and support one of your favorite charities. Cue the feel-good warm fuzzies. -Erica Sara Designs
• Looking for a portioned Thanksgiving treat? These apple crisp shooters might be the perfect pick. -The Boys Club

Fit Links: A Destination Race To-Do List and Low-Calorie Comfort Food

Written on October 12, 2012 at 9:15 am , by Karla Walsh

This week’s fit links from around the web:

• A destination race can be a treat, but don’t let these potential travel pitfalls trip you up. — FitBottomed Girls
• Spice up your workout wardrobe and help a great cause! We can’t wait to try this fun alternative to our faded running shorts. — MizFit Online
• Who hid the Ho-Hos? A new scientific report says it may be possible to decrease obesity rates by making less healthful foods harder to find at the supermarket. — Washington Post
• A bowl of chicken pot pie soup sounds just about perfect with the weather cooling down. Comfort food at its finest! — SkinnyTaste
• Have you heard of HIIT? Here are five ways to try it—and boost your cardio capacity. — Fitnessista

Fit Links: 6 Must-Do Office Stretches and a Delicious Fall Dessert

Written on October 5, 2012 at 12:58 pm , by Karla Walsh

This week’s fit links from around the web:

• Don’t just sit there…stretch! Try these six options for desk jockeys. — Greatist
• Perk up a tired workout playlist with these new-for-fall songs. — Fit Sugar
• Do you like to cook using a crockpot? Find dozens of tried and tested recipes here. — Carrots ‘N’ Cake
• You might recognize a supportive sibling of that gutsy news anchor who took a stand about weight-related bullying this week. He starred in Office Space! — ABC News
• Two of the world’s greatest desserts combine in these lightened up candy: Pumpkin Pie Peanut Butter Cups! — Chocolate-Covered Katie
• How do you style your hair for workouts? — Healthy Tipping Point

Fit Links: The (Not So) Secret to Flat Abs and How to Save Big on Groceries

Written on August 24, 2012 at 9:34 am , by Karla Walsh

This week’s fit links from around the web:

• You know what they say about things that sound too good to be true… Ab Circle Pro marketers are fined for claiming their tool can sculpt amazing abs in three minutes a day. — NPR
• Greek yogurt fans will go gaga for these unique ways to utilize the protein-packed ingredient! — Fit Sugar
• Did job stress contribute to Rosie O’Donnell’s heart attack? — Forbes
• Trim your grocery budget with these tips, recipes and shopping lists. — Environmental Working Group
• Hey overachievers: Don’t forget to pat yourself on the back for a job well done! — Peanut Butter Fingers
• We’re getting our aprons ready to try some of these good-for-you options for our next cocktail party (or upcoming tailgate). Mmm…black bean guacamole. — The Lean Green Bean

Fit Links: Olympics Mania!

Written on July 27, 2012 at 1:27 pm , by Marianne Magno

This week’s fit links from around the web, 2012 Olympics edition:

• Get psyched! Take a look at these Olympic athletes in training in London. — FitSugar
• The price of being an Olympian: Purple pee and bloating. – The Body Odd
• Proof that you can overcome obstacles: Blind Korean archer sets world record. – IBNLive.com
• We chose our top American Olympic hotties. Now here’s a look at the international competition, starting with the swimmers. –The Date Report
• Even the U.S. Swimming team can’t resist Carly Rae Jepsen. Watch their cover of “Call Me Maybe” below. – YouTube

 

 

Now tell us: Which Olympic event are you looking forward to the most?

Fit Links: Summer Survival Guide and Olympic Inspiration

Written on July 6, 2012 at 1:01 pm , by Marianne Magno

This week’s fit links from around the web:

• Need a guilt-free treat? Try these four healthy ways to enjoy strawberries this summer. – FitSugar
•  Don’t let the heat get in the way of exercise. Greatist has stay-cool tips for your summer workout. – Greatist
• Do you get cranky when it’s hot? Science explains why. – MSNBC
• Eat well wherever you go. Here’s your healthy eating plan for summer travel. – BlissTree
• Double amputee Oscar Pistorius was told he’d never stand or play sports. This summer, he’s racing in the Olympics.  – L.A. Times Sports

Fit Links: Wacky Ice Cream Flavors and the Healthy Habit You Might Be Neglecting

Written on June 29, 2012 at 3:09 pm , by Karla Walsh

This week’s fit links from around the web:

• Hummus ice cream…Would you dare? — Today Show
• Some days, getting enough high-quality sleep can be more important than working up a sweat. — Ali on the Run
• Tuning in to your hunger can help you eat healthier and happier. Here’s how one woman learned to embrace mindful eating—on her own terms. — MizFit Online
• Craving Mexican? Slash your dinner bill while savoring the same satisfying takeout flavors by making your own burrito bowl! — Edible Perspective
• A garden can teach many important life lessons. Check out these 10 that have nothing to do with food. — The Great Fitness Experiment