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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Oct
Fall Weather Workouts!
I don’t know about the rest of the country, but it is definitely fall in the south. The temperatures are dropping, the daylight is getting shorter and its only a matter of time before the leaves change color and then fall. Now that the weather is a bit milder, its […]
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6
Oct
Running in FiveFingers
I started running in my Vibram FiveFingers last week in SF (note the Bridge & Alcatraz in the background). I did two 20 minute runs and my calves were sore for DAYS! I ran again today and did 3 miles on the treadmill. It was rough, my calves were a […]
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5
Oct
Avoid Gaining the Freshman 15!
Going to college usually means a complete change in your life routine. A change in your schedule, your eating habits, your responsibilities, no more high school athletics, squeezing in studying, a bit of partying and the fine art of laundry. It also usually means that you gain some weight, commonly […]
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4
Oct
Gadget Review: Brookstone Heart Rate Monitor Ring
I’ve been wearing a heart rate monitor for probably the last 4 years. Of course, I’m using the watch with chest strap setup. I have great success with this equipment and I’m not sure I could have trained for the marathon without it. Now, that chest strap isn’t the most […]
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4
Oct
Resistance Band Workout Series: Tricep Extension
Posted by amy in Episodes, Fit Life
It’s always important to mix up your strength training workout. With a resistance band, you can tone your entire body and keep your muscles guessing. I recommend doing a circuit workout with resistance bands and alternating from upper body to lower body exercises. This Fit Life teaches you the tricep […]
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1
Oct
Gadget Review: Brookstone Heart Rate Monitor Ring
Posted by amy in Episodes, Fit Life
This Fit Life is a review of a Brookstone Heart Rate Monitor Ring. I’m a big fan of my chest strap and watch setup but it is a bit bulky. If I could trade that in for a tiny ring that could do the same thing, then I would be […]
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28
Sep
Resistance Band Workout Series: Basic Squat
Posted by amy in Episodes, Fit Life
If you’ve got a pair of skinny jeans that are hugging a bit too tight, then you might want to add a couple of sets of these resistance band basic squats to your workout. Resistance bands are great for working out on the road, in a small apartment or if […]
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26
Sep
Working Out…It’s Contagious.
Working out and being healthy is contagious….and I can prove it! Example 1: I see it on twitter all the time. This morning for instance, @jrh3 wanted to go rock climbing and tweeted it. @theferf thought it sounded fun and said I’ll go with you. Then they decided to invite […]
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24
Sep
Should You Workout When You’re Sick?
Question: Should you workout when you are sick? Answer: It depends. Explanation: If you have a head cold – sore throat, runny nose, or headache – then you can probably tough through a workout. People that exercise statistically get sick less often and for less time than those who do […]
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22
Sep
Are You a Fan of Group Exercise?
What are your requirements for a great group exercise class? Is it the teacher, the music, the group vibe, the moves…what makes a great class? I’ve been taking lots of group classes lately and of course, I analyze what I do or don’t like about each one. 1) Vibe I […]
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Fresh Start to 2010 in 5 Minutes or Less!
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Looking for some fitness equipment alternatives?
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Serving Size Uncertainty
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CFL Lightbulb Recycling – It’s Easy!
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Fitness Attack – Achieve This!
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Butt Exercise: Assercize Week 5
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New 2010/2011 GoDaddy Discount Codes
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Assercize Workout – Week 10
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How to Pick the BEST Breakfast Cereal
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Jane Fonda’s Bicycle Ab Exercise
