Your Must-Do List for March
Spring forward with the new season, which begins on March 20. Make the most of the extra daylight by spending more time outdoors and trying a new activity. It’s also a good time to spring-clean your life and surroundings. Here are other things to add to your March must-do list: March is … … Women’s History Month. It’s also the 100th anniversary of International Women’s History Day, which we celebrate 24/7. Join the celebration by paying extra attention to your present... Read More
Walk New York to L.A.: Let the Music Move You
The right music can turn a slog around the park into a revved-up workout that makes you wonder where the time went. What’s the song you love to move to, the one that helps you find your second wind, dig deep or settle into a relaxing groove? Then make a playlist that will make your workout more fun. Find the beat in your favorite song, and count the beats over 60 seconds. That’s the beats per minute. Use Best Workout Music to find more songs like your faves by BPM and music... Read More
Walk New York to L.A.: Is Your City in Shape?
How fit is your city? The American College of Sports Medicine gave the nation a fitness check-up and just released the American Fitness Index. The AFI data report reflects a composite of preventive health behaviors, levels of chronic disease conditions, health care access, and community resources and policies that support physical activity. Measures include strong walkability factors like parks, recreation centers, public transit and the percentage of people who walk and bicycle... Read More
Walk New York to L.A.: Warm-Up Tips
Warm it up, cool it down, stretch it out Stretching is not how you warm up. The idea is to get your core body temperature up a bit by using the large muscles of the thighs and butt and loosening those joints in preparation for a workout. It needn’t be a big deal. Walkers can start with a 5- to 10-minute stroll. Joggers can start with a power walk. And runners often start with a light jog. If you’re preparing to lift weights, march or do a little dance in place, skip imaginary... Read More
Walk New York to L.A.–Food: When to Eat
It takes just a little planning to coordinate workouts and eating to optimize your energy and avoid cramps, indigestion and other problems. Exercising on an empty tank won’t help you lose weight, if that’s what you’re shooting for. A starving body holds on to fat that much more. Everyone’s caloric needs and workout schedules are different. The best strategy is to maintain a steady energy level with at least three meals or 4-6 small meals and snacks per day made up of a... Read More
Walk New York to L.A.: Walking With Weights
It seems like a great idea, swinging small dumbbells and wearing ankle weights while you walk. But it’s not worth the extra work. In fact, it might do more harm than good. Your body quickly adjusts to the small amounts of weight and the increased calorie burn is miniscule, at best. And the additional weight at the points farthest from your center of gravity may throw off your balance and your gait, making you more susceptible to a face plant. Besides, the only things a 2-pound... Read More
Taking Steps to Look Good and Feel Great
We’re making the walk from NYC to L.A. with you! Here are the benefits we all can expect to reap on the journey: Weight loss A tighter tummy Leaner thighs, shapelier legs and a more toned butt Lower levels of bad cholesterol Increased levels of good cholesterol Lower blood pressure Manage or reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes Stress reduction A boost in mood Better sleep Stronger bones and joints Reduced risk of depression, constipation, breast cancer, colon cancer and... Read More
2010 Fitness Challenge: Walk NYC to L.A. With Heart & Soul
Are you ready to shape up, get healthy and accept a challenge? Then lace up your shoes, put on your jacket and grab your iPod. We’re walking to Los Angeles! Over the next 12 months we’ll cover 2,462 miles—the distance between New York City and Los Angeles. That’s right. New York to L.A. We officially kick off in January—just in time to help you to keep those New Year’s fitness resolutions. But don’t wait. Start logging your steps now. The steps you take after you... Read More
