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Jump Rope, Healthy Midnight Snacks, Road-Tested Diets - Links We Love
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Who says jump roping is just for kids? If you have the stamina for it, it can burn up to 1,000 calories an hour. Learn more about jump roping for fitness here.
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Looking for a new healthy-eating or fitness plan? Check out former yo-yo dieter-turned-weight-loss author Kim Bensen's road-tested diet reviews. Believe her, she's tried 'em all.
Jumping Rope or Jogging - Which is Better?
I'm a jogger, not a jumper. But the crew at FitSugar has been noticing lots of folks jumping rope lately. No doubt, its a great workout. And a bonus during these economic times: It's cheap too. Just invest in a rope, lace up your sneakers and you're ready to roll. Well, jump. But what's the better workout -- jumping rope or jogging. Take this FitSugar quiz and find out.Katy Perry Jumps Into Fitness
Katy Perry might be one of the hottest celebs out there, but that doesn't mean she's feeling any pressure to take up some intense Hollywood exercise regime. The "I Kissed a Girl" singer recently admitted that she despises all exercise with the exception of one sweat-worthy activity: Jumping rope. "I hate working out, but I love jumping rope," says the star. "There's a rhythm. It's like dancing. I can double jump; I can cross. I can do all of it. I look like Rocky when I jump rope."It sounds like her workout is all fun and games, but don't be too quick to judge. Have you jumped rope recently? It is hard work. And considering it burns about 750 calories an hour (as if you could keep it up for an hour) I think she's onto something big. Pick up a jump rope and try it for yourself -- it's an inexpensive and very portable way to work up a sweat. All you need is a bit of space.
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Celebrity Fitness Tips
Cheryl Ladd from Charlie's Angels
"First of all, I think it's most important for women to have a close relationship with their doctor. It's important to trust your doctor, so when things go weird you are comfortable addressing the situation and taking care of things." READ MORE
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Colin Egglesfield of All My Children
"Run! You can do all the weight training in the world, but nothing burns off that winter weight better than a good 30-45 run at least three times a week." READ MORE
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Anthony FIeld of the Wiggles
"Put your legs up during pull-ups to make it harder on your stomach." READ MORE
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Paige Davis of Trading Spaces
"Do you exercise on vacation?"
PAIGE: "No, not intentionally. But vacation seems to be busy. We walk a lot...and have lots of SEX!" READ MORE
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Super Bowl MVP Desmond Howard
"We really don't need a lot. I try to do cardio. I like the elliptical machine a lot, because it's low impact on my knees. If they don't have that I'll do the stationary bike. I always get in at least 35-40 minutes of hard cardio, work my core, and then work some other muscle group." READ MORE
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Jeff Fatt from the Wiggles
"I stretch to get the lower back of my back more flexible." READ MORE
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Pro skaters Kyoko Ina and John Zimmerman
"Warming up before you stretch is key." READ MORE
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Kirk Herbstreit of ESPN College Game Day
"It's kind of a lifestyle really. As an athlete I worked out so hard, I could eat anything without paying the price for it. As I got older, I still had that appetite and I was not able to work out as hard as I did when I was playing football. What I really try to do is control my portions, and mix in cardio and strength training workouts four to five days a week. If I can do that, I feel like I'm in a pretty good place." READ MORE
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Pro skater Michael Weiss
"[Substandard hotel gyms] teach you that you can work out just about anywhere." READ MORE
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Jump Rope - 5 Reasons to Jump In
Sometimes old school is the way to go. Jump ropes aren't just a playground staple -- boxers and other athletes have relied on the jump rope to improve fitness and agility for years. Men's Health shares five reasons you should include jumping rope in your fitness routine: - Cost. You don't need to save up for a jump rope -- you can buy a decent one for $15 or less.
- Portability. Lightweight and convenient, a jump rope can go wherever you go -- on business trips, vacations, and so forth.
- Strength gain. Jumping rope is a weight-bearing activity so it's good for bone growth and muscle development.
- Improved coordination. If you're into sports, good footwork is important. Jumping rope will help you improve your timing and will increase your agility.
- Fat loss. Jumping rope is a great cardio activity and works a variety of muscle groups.
I have one more reason to add to the Men's Health list ... jumping rope is fun! And when you enjoy your workout, you're much more likely to stick with it.
Throw away the cardio ... bring back the fun!
Remember when you were a kid? You likely spent your afternoons and weekends riding bikes with friends, building forts out in the backyard, and scurrying around the neighborhood on your skateboard. All you knew is you were having a great time. When, exactly, did those activities that used to be fun become a workout? When we cast our adult perspective on physical, outdoor activities we somehow turn them into aerobic activity, cardio, exercise, or other similarly boring words. Let's get back to our childhood roots and call it what it really is... fun!
Shape Magazine has a great article on many different ways you can have some fun, just like you did when you were a kid. Try biking, inline skating, jumping rope, shooting hoops, or going dancing. Soon enough, you'll figure out that the first syllable in workout is really inappropriate.
