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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Jul
Exercise Ball Hamstring Curl
A stability ball is a great way to exercise and see maximum results. The balance ball challenges your core muscles while you focus on other muscle groups. Stability ball exercises can be used to strengthen and train your entire body. This stability ball hamstring curl is an advanced workout for […]
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8
Jul
Why the flavored milk debate?
Every wonder how they flavor chocolate and strawberry milk? Answer: Sugar. Lots of it. A recent decision in Washington D.C. schools to ban flavored milk and sugary cereals from the cafeterias this fall is resulting in cheers from health conscious people. Here’s to hoping that other schools will follow their […]
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8
Jul
Exercise Song of the Week – LMFAO
What’s at the top of my gym playlist this week? Shots – LMFAO $1.29 Buy it now! If this song doesn’t get your butt in gear, than there probably isn’t a song that will! Every song on the Party Rock – LMFAO album is a club hit and just plain awesome […]
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7
Jul
Ab Bicycle Exercise
We talk about having flat abs, but what about thin abs? Working on your obliques is a great way to really cinch that waist by getting rid of those love handles. But, it’s hard to work on the sides of your abs. The oblique muscles work on a side-to-side movement […]
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Jul
Exercise Song of the Week: Black Eyed Peas
What’s at the top of my gym playlist this week? Rock that Body — The E.N.D. (The Energy Never Dies) – Black Eyed Peas $1.29 Buy it now! I picked Black Eyed Peas this week because I was having major dance flashbacks to their Elephunk album. The E.N.D. album doesn’t […]
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30
Jun
Australia’s Stand Against Airbrushing Models
from Fit Sugar: In a self-proclaimed first, the Australian government is backing a new series of initiatives to promote healthy body image. The initiatives — which take aim at Australia’s youth population — include a voluntary code of conduct, which will earn fashion and media outlets a “body image friendly” stamp […]
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29
Jun
Butt Exercise: Stability Ball Bridge
Summer is heating up and that means the shorts and dresses are showing off your legs. And buns of steel are a dream of every girl that owns a swimsuit! There are a few butt exercises that should be in your exercise arsenal to help you reach those fitness goals. […]
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28
Jun
Salad Nutritional Info
Posted by amy in Episodes, Fit Life
When you think ‘diet food’, you think salads, but this is a myth that can lead to packing on the pounds. Salads can be healthy, you just have to think before you eat (and order)! In this Fit Life, I give you 3 tips to avoid sabotaging your diet. Salad […]
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24
Jun
Exercise Song of the Week: Katy Perry
What’s at the top of my gym playlist this week? California Gurls (feat. Snoop Dogg) – Single – Katy Perry $1.29 – Buy it now! It’s the 4th song selection in my quest to build a kickass exercise playlist for this year. I picked this song because I was […]
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21
Jun
Exercise How To: Upper Back Stretch
Fitness How To Target: Upper Back Muscles Shoulders Back pain is such a common problem, but usually the pain is in the lower back. However, whenever we sit too long or are under pressure, our shoulders and upper back tense up. This stretch is designed to release that upper back […]
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