With the Covid pandemic closing or limiting capacity at your usual gym or fitness center, you might be looking to get in some of your activity outdoors. But, with winter weather comes colder temperatures, snow, rain, and shorter daylight hours. There are several things to be aware of when it comes to being outside in frosty temps. 

Check out our 9 trusty tips for exercising safely in cold weather.

Did you know? Researchers say you can burn up to twice as many calories running in cool weather. So as the air outside gets chilly, instead of thinking up excuses, I’m finding ways to optimize my cold weather routine, but it isn’t easy. If you’re like me, as the days get shorter, your resolve to move gets lower. Get top tips to keep you motivated this winter!

If you’ve never really worked out before, or at least haven’t done so with any measure of consistency, it can seem pretty daunting to start. Whatever you do... don't let these frequently asked questions keep you from starting your journey to a healthier, more fit lifestyle.

We've rounded up six FAQs fitness beginners ask and expert responses. Check out these tips that will help you navigate the noise, stay consistent, and definitely find that long-term success you've been looking for!

Exercising for hours on end in a gym or pounding the pavement by running isn’t for everyone. Ya know what? That's ok! What's important is that you get your body moving!

Walking is a popular, low-impact exercise that can fit into almost any schedule! It's a great way to get out in the fresh air or can be done inside on a treadmill when the weather doesn't cooperate.

If walking is your exercise of choice... try these tips to take your stepping to the next level!

Have you ever thought "I wonder if I could be a runner?" Well, Fall is the perfect time to try it out! With longer days, cooler temps, and less humidity there are a lot of positive points for Fall running. So... what are you waiting for? Let's go for a run!

Without gyms, fitness studios or exercise classes, it can feel even more difficult to make fitness a priority. But here’s the good news: It can — and should — be, and it’s more than possible with the many free at-home fitness videos offered on YouTube. Ease anxiety, stay healthy, even lose weight by consistently blocking out a time in your day to hop on YouTube and do an in-home workout.

When you’re over the age of 50 and female, targeted exercises are even more important. Truly, there’s something to be said about having solid, toned arms — and we’re not just talking how you look.

Interval training, AKA: HIIT, AKA: the most efficient way to use your 20 minutes of exercise. Interval training is one of many great ways to help you burn extra calories on with your limited time. Well, now there’s yet another reason to consider it: Interval training also boosts your endurance, makes you stronger and can prevent heart disease. We’ll leave the in-depth science talk to the experts, but here’s a quick snapshot of exactly why interval training can help you with those things.

One way to make exercise a bit easier, heck, even enjoyable?  Music!  Studies show that listening to music while you exercise can boost endorphins, make the workout more enjoyable and help you perform better.  And the better the song, the more it’s likely to pump you up.

The days are turning a bit cooler, and that might mean you want to move your exercise routines indoors. Some of us (especially those of us who prefer to be outdoors) might find it difficult to transition to stationary equipment. Luckily, there are ways to overcome that yuck-factor and find your inner motivation.

Let’s face it, the gym is not for everyone. But there’s good news. Nature and the great wide world offer plenty of opportunities for those of us who can’t stomach the gym. Even better, it offers a host of ways to mindlessly get some fitness in and not think about it.

For many of us, the only time we run is when someone is chasing us. The idea of actually doing it for exercise is cringe-worthy. But running is actually the quickest, most effective way to torch calories, shed pounds and keep our hearts healthy.That’s why we put together 10 seamless steps to becoming a real runner (and liking it)...and maybe even watching those pounds come off even faster.

I am just so OVER IT. For anyone who’s started a fitness routine, that’s a familiar feeling. It often comes early on, in the first one, two or three sessions. It’s also a critical moment for you.

Before you throw in the towel, consider this: That feeling is not permanent. In fact, with a little persistence, you can push through and actually start to enjoy exercise. That’s why we rounded up 8 mental tricks to fight through that feeling and keep going so that you can own the moment…and maybe even like it.

The most critical part of losing weight is eating a healthy diet, but exercise is important too. But what if you don’t have time to hit the gym for an hour? Luckily, the Internet is chock-full of powerful workout routines lasting just 20 minutes or less!

We gave our fingertips a little exercise and rounded up the 10 best quick workouts from around the Web in one neat little list. These routines are sure to get your heart-rate up while still keeping within your busy schedule.

The idea of working out can be off-putting, especially to those of us who have never done it, don’t want to do it or simply can’t do it. Honestly, who wants to spend an hour in the gym pouring sweat and checking the clock every 10 seconds until it’s finally over? On the same token, long, vigorous bicycle rides, runs or swims may also not be an option. And guess what? That’s OK. Because luckily, most of us can take a walk — and there are so many reasons why we should.

The people who are most successful sticking to and achieving their fitness goals are those who create an exercise plan that jives best with their individual personality.

It’s called a “Fitness Personality,” and by figuring out which one you are, you can create an exercise plan that will keep you motivated and consistent.

Summer may be halfway over, but some of the hottest days are still ahead of us.

And that means safety is a concern, especially for those of us who pack in a bit of exercise (which, by the way, is a great way to up your calorie budget and make room for a few snacks throughout the day).

What’s a person to do if their calorie budget has no wiggle room? Get moving!

Weight-loss and weight-gain are both calorie-in, calorie-out equations. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) generally puts the average adult’s calorie budget at 2,000 calories. While that's the official guideline, your actual calorie needs vary, depending on a variety of factors. A calorie calculator will take into consideration your gender, height, weight, age, goals and activity level and give you a specific number for how many calories you should consume each day.
 

We’ve all heard it a thousand times. Exercise helps us lose weight. Exercise keeps our heart strong. Exercise helps us live longer.

When that first alarm goes off early Monday morning, the last thing you want to do is get out of bed and head to the gym. Believe me, I know.

Luckily, there are a few things people like us can do to get through that annoying pre-dawn beeping (or after-work, or whenever), and still do what’s necessary to lose weight and get healthy.