Running terrain makes all the difference in training. I have two little boys and I work from home. I try to get out of the house to run at least two or three times a week and train at home another two or three days. I have a treadmill and a Wii Fit. How effective Read More »

Ah, foam rolling. After a challenging strength-training routine or long-distance run, nothing hurts so good like massaging your sore muscles with a firm foam cylinder. “Foam rolling can be a great stress reliever and post-workout cooldown, and it’s way cheaper than paying for a massage,” says Christel Oerum, a certified personal trainer and diabetes coach. Even better, the benefits of Read More »

Anyone who’s trying to drop some pounds knows it requires healthy eating, being active and … a lot of patience, dedication, commitment and perseverance. Sometimes it’s difficult to get things started — but, more often, initial weight loss occurs, only to be followed by a frustrating plateau. No matter how quickly you’d like to shed weight, it can Read More »