Fall Fitness: Wise Counsel from your Two-Months-From-Now Self

Fall Fitness: Wise Counsel from your Two-Months-From-Now Self

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We are in a precious window of time right now. The early days of fall are sweet. We watch the leaves turn, but we still have temps in the 60s. More clouds, but we see the sun most days. As I type this, the length of the night just edged out the length of the day by a minute. There’s a wistful feeling in the air because we, at least those of us in the PNW, know some changes of a meteorological variety are a’coming. Those changes can create more friction for at least some fitness aspirations, so I’ve learned to make the most of this season to help clients (and myself) shore up fitness plans for the fall and winter. Read more

Will Lifting Weights Make You Bulky? Find Out Why This Is A Myth

Will Lifting Weights Make You Bulky? Find Out Why This Is A Myth

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One of the most common questions asked, especially by women is, “Will lifting weights make me bulky?” When people think about lifting weights, they often picture bulky bodybuilders, which can make them hesitant and avoid doing it at all. Lifting weights isn’t even a guarantee that you’ll get bulky because this takes a certain kind of dedication and determination. If you lift lighter weights with higher repetitions (e.g. 5 sets of 20 reps using 8 to 10lb weights), you can gain lean muscle, giving your body a more toned, defined appearance. But there are many benefits to lifting heavier than that without the threat of bulk. Read more

Seattle running and walking group

A (Surprising) Neighborhood for a Fitness Outing

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It’s possible that when you think Great Neighborhoods for Exercise, these paired enclaves may not jump to the top of the list, but I’m here to make the case for Georgetown (on the East bank of the Duwamish River) and South Park (on the West Bank) as really cool neighborhoods for a run, walk, sport, playground scramble and other interesting exercise. And they’ve got a great history that’s core to our region and city. Let’s meet the pair. Read more

Working Out After Work: Tips to Stay Motivated

Working Out After Work: Tips to Stay Motivated

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For many of us, when the workday is over, the only thing that sounds good is to go home and relax, not hit the gym. So it’s easy to convince yourself that tomorrow will be the day you start your evening work out routine. Finding the energy and motivation to exercise after a long day at work is a common struggle. However, a few simple mindset shifts can turn your after work work out from a chore into a highlight of your day. Read more