Health and Fitness News, Downloads & Recipes From Amy Mac : WithAmyMac.com

Posted by amy in News on 13. Jul, 2015 | No Comments

Women & Weightlifting Infographic

Great infographic on women and weightlifting from Chuze Fitness:
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Posted by amy in News on 27. Mar, 2015 | No Comments

Intermediate Full Body Medicine Ball Workout

You are going to do several different exercises in this circuit workout plan so these quick 10 minute workouts really work you out! This workout video includes doing hamstring curls for the butt and thighs, pushups for the upper body and side to side crunches for the abs. We don’t […]
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Posted by amy in News on 13. May, 2014 | No Comments

Seven Techniques to Improve Your Overall Fitness

People seem to believe that obtaining fitness goals is difficult. The only reason the word difficult should be in your head is because of the personal road blocks you face, that only you know. Overcoming the road blocks is important. Improving your personal fitness is a commitment, like any other, […]
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Posted by amy in News on 24. Mar, 2014 | No Comments

Fitness Product Review: Nayad Athletic Swimwear

I know we have all struggled with shopping for swimsuits. I’ve found that swimsuits to train in are even harder to get the right fit. When I was invited to try Nayad Athletic Swimwear – I jumped at the chance! I’ve had previous success with Zoot suits and Athleta and […]
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Posted by amy in News on 02. Mar, 2014 | No Comments

Full Body Medicine Ball Workout Video

The keywords in this workout routine are Lunge, Twist and Crunch! Get ready to sweat because we’ve got some big moves that are going to work your whole body in 10 minutes with just a medicine ball! It’s pretty easy to guess that some of the exercises in this workout […]
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Posted by amy in Episodes, Fit Life on 04. Nov, 2013 | No Comments

3 Simple Food Switches for Your Diet

The season of overeating starts on Halloween and runs all the way through Valentine’s Day. But that doesn’t mean it’s time to throw in the towel when it comes to making healthy choices. Here are a few suggestions of how you can add more nutrients to your diet and save […]
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Posted by amy in Episodes, Fit Life on 13. Oct, 2013 | No Comments

Fitness Product Review: Underwater Audio Headphones

If you are a lap swimmer, then I think having underwater headphones will be a workout changer for you. Every time I get in the pool, someone approaches me about my headphones and I find that I’m always insisting they get a pair. I hate to swim but somehow when […]
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Posted by amy in Episodes, Fit Life on 03. Sep, 2013 | No Comments

Breakfast Cheats!

Start off on the right foot with these breakfast ideas! It’s the most important meal of the day and yet it seems to be the meal people skip! did you know that those that skip breakfast are more likely to be overweight? It’s understandable that you don’t have time to whip […]
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Posted by amy in Episodes, Fit Life on 08. Aug, 2013 | No Comments

Benefits of Avocados – Go Green or Go Home!

Avocados have always been popular in certain regions but recently, they have gone a bit more mainstream. There are a great source of the good fats, as well as loads of vitamins. One of my favorite afternoon snacks is an avocado with cottage cheese… and of course, who doesn’t love […]
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Posted by amy in Episodes, Fit Life on 25. Jul, 2013 | No Comments

Best Ways to Lose Weight!

Everyone wants to know the best plan for eating and losing weight. We’ve been told that eating several small meals a day is the best way to lose weight. Now a recent study came out saying that eating 2 larger meals a day earlier in the day is the best […]
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Feb

https://www.withamymac.com/news/2007/02/22/stress-and-exercise/

Stress & Exercise

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Pulling it Together
In this episode we are working on pulling it all together. I start by discussing stress and the importance of including exercise.Â I then look into the multitasking benefits of the Sidekick 3. For the Move of the Week, I walk you through proper technique on both sides of a dumbbell lunge.Â I then explore how helpful it could be to incorporate ginger into your diet.Â Finally, I tackle how long food should live in the fridge before you should toss it.Â (Hint: Its not until its moldy!)

Stress & Exercise
http://www.mindtools.com/stress/Defenses/Exercise.htm

Sidekick 3
http://www.t-mobile.com/shop/phones/Detail.aspx?device=7a083f08-7f33-4941-ba63-d6904503dc71

Ginger Chews
http://www.roxytrading.com/pages/health_ginger.asp

Leftover Lifespan
http://extension.usu.edu/htm/faq/faq_q=44

As always, you can visit www.withamymac.com for more information and to find other great health and fitness podcasts.Â

Feb

Assercize Workout – Week 17

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Every week Amy Mac brings you a new booty sculpting exercise. Get ready to Assercize! Listen in now and check out other episodes at assercize.podshow.com .

Feb

Assercize Workout – Week 16

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Every week Amy Mac brings you a new booty sculpting exercise. Get ready to Assercize! Listen in now and check out other episodes at assercize.podshow.com .

Feb

https://www.withamymac.com/news/2007/02/11/shoulder-presses/

How to do a Shoulder Press

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In this episode we talk about organization and efficiency. We have tips, a demonstration and then we talk about breakfast and make an overnight oatmeal! Move of the week is shoulder presses! Find more information or check out my other shows at www.withamymac.com.

Feb

Assercize Workout – Week 15

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Every week Amy Mac brings you a new booty sculpting exercise. Get ready to Assercize! Listen in now and check out other episodes at assercize.podshow.com .

Feb

Fatty Burgers

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In this episode we are focusing on the burgers from food chains and feeling bittersweet about the trans fat ban in New York City. The move of the week is a stability ball crunch and make sure you stick around as we make a burger with half the calories as the big guys!

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Jan

Assercize Workout – Week 14

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Every week Amy Mac brings you a new booty sculpting exercise. Get ready to Assercize! Listen in now and check out other episodes at assercize.podshow.com .

Jan

Fit Life 001 – Welcome to Fit Life

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In this episode we give you a little dose of ocean air with a splash of sunshine. Make sure you stick around for the exercise demonstration in the midst of the lush Golden Gate Park. We are kicking the new year off right with as much energy and information you can handle in 5 minutes!

Hot Topic
Facing 2007 Resolutions head on! Important info on joining a gym
– Click here to download your Checklist!

Gear Review
– Danskin Adjustable Dumbbells
– Barbells

Move of the Week
– Bicep Curls – Some tips and points for maximizing this exercise staple.

Pomegranate
– How to prepare and clean
– If you are looking for more research on the benefits of pomegranate
– Nutrition Action Newsletter, December 2006
– Splenda Fruit Salad with Pomegranate

Did you know
The Importance of Warming Up
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Jan

Assercize Workout – Week 13

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Every week Amy Mac brings you a new booty sculpting exercise. Get ready to Assercize! Listen in now and check out other episodes at assercize.podshow.com .

Jan

Assercize Workout – Week 12

Posted by amy in Assercize, Episodes

Every week Amy Mac brings you a new booty sculpting exercise. Get ready to Assercize! Listen in now and check out other episodes at assercize.podshow.com .

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