Amy Mac Health & Fitness
High quality audio and video health shows from Amy Mac.
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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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Tortilla Chips Nutrition Facts
… only 30 days until the book release! === BLUE CORN TORTILLA CHIPS Are blue corn tortilla chips really any better than the standard white corn tortilla chips? Yes, according to WebMD. Apparently the blue corn tortilla chips have more protein, less starch and a lower glycemic index. The benefits […]
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Sep
Exercise Multi Tasking
… only 31 days until the book release! === MULTI TASKING SKILLS It’s time for a friendly reminder to all of you out there who are making an attempt at working out or going to the gym by simply putting in the time and nothing more. If you’re reading a […]
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Sep
Black Beans
… only 32 days until the book release! === HEALTH BENEFITS OF BLACK BEANS If you’re looking for a way to add some more protein to your diet, look no further than black beans. I realize that not all of us like the taste of black beans, so this may […]
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Sep
Exercise for Butt: Week 10
Posted by amy in Assercize, Episodes
Time to mix it up with Leg Circles! This is another small movement but it works your legs, hip, butt and abs so its worth it! This exercise is a Pilates move and requires practice to make perfect. Make sure you breath! Ass Exercise 10 – Leg Circles Get ready […]
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Sep
No More Beer Gut!
Posted by amy in Episodes, Fit Life
Avoid the beer gut from ever forming by following some simple rules when you’re drinking alcohol AND trying to lose weight! Most of us know that alcohol is full of calories and should not be included in a ‘diet’. However, I always tell you that you need to make lifestyle […]
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Sep
Health Benefits of Beets
… only 33 days until the book release! === BEETS NUTRITION It’s not often that you can purchase one vegetable and get two different properties from it like you can with beets. Although this is one of the great selling features of the beet, it doesn’t seem to be flying […]
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Sep
Health Benefits of Beer
… only 34 days until the book release! === BEER NUTRITION FACTS The debate over whether red or white wine is the healthier alcoholic beverage might be over, and there is a surprise winner! Out of nowhere, beer (the favored underdog of many) has come out of the gates with […]
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Sep
Health Benefits of Avocados
… only 35 days until the book release! === AVOCADO NUTRITION FACTS When I lived in California, I became accustomed to seeing avocados served with practically everything. I eventually became a fan of avocados and still find ways to regularly add them to my meals. As much as I love […]
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Sep
Apple A Day
… only 36 days until the book release! === HEALTH BENEFITS OF APPLES Do you remember your grandmother telling you that an apple a day keeps the doctor away? On average, apples each contain about 80 calories. Plus, they’re chocked full of all sorts of good things, including: phytochemicals, which […]
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Sep
Setting Goals
… only 37 days until the book release! === FITNESS SLUMP: LIVE IT Having a fit life is a lifestyle. It doesn’t have to involve drastic or even temporary measures impacting your diet and exercise regimen. Oftentimes, these types of changes will become burdensome and fall to the wayside. Then […]
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Fitness Attack – Parabens
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Be the Perfect Hostess!
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Lunge Into Those Skinny Jeans!
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The Skinny on Fast-Food Breakfasts
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Assercize Workout – Week 21
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Podfinder UK Giving Some Love to the Ladies!
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Fitness Attack – Dress to Impress
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Granola Stats!
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Exercise Song of the Week: Katy Perry
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Pyramids vs. Plates – Review of the New USDA Food Symbol
