22 Free Apps You Need to Download Now to Reach Your Goals
WEBApr 18, 2016 · Free to download on iOS and Android. 22. Sleep Cycle. Described as an "intelligent alarm clock," Sleep Cycle is a simple and effective tool for regulating sleep patterns. Set your alarm for morning, bring your phone to bed with you, and the app will monitor your sleep during the 30 minutes before your wake-up time.
Learn to Love Vegetables: 8 Tips - SparkPeople
WEBAug 17, 2008 · Here are 8 techniques and tips I used to like vegetables. Try them yourself—you just might be surprised. Say no to plain vegetables. One of the main reasons people don't like vegetables is because they try to eat them plain. If you're new to eating healthy, this is one of the worst things you can do!
A Beginner's Guide to the SparkPeople Message Boards
WEBThe SparkPeople "Resident Experts" can answer any questions you might have, and other members are always willing to help too! It’s always a good idea to read over your posts before you send them. This gives you a chance to clarify anything that might be misunderstood. What sounds great in your head may come across differently in print.
Your January Jumpstart Workout Plan | SparkPeople
WEBDec 19, 2011 · Losing weight (and getting in shape). If you've made a goal to drop pounds, tone up and work out more regularly in 2012, SparkPeople's January Jumpstart Workout Challenge can help! Our Coach Nicole created this 7-day workout plan for people of all fitness levels, but it does involve daily exercise and a real commitment.
Check Out SparkPeople's New Challenges and Start Page!
WEBAug 26, 2015 · You can take any of the following Challenges to start with (we will be adding plenty more after launch!): The 28-Day Home Workout Challenge. The 30-Day Plateau-Busting Challenge. The Diabetes Weight-Loss Challenge. The 21-Day New Member Challenge. The Fit Food Challenge. The Find 10 Challenge. The Walk This Way Challenge.
You Asked: How Much Weight Should I Lift? - SparkPeople
WEBOct 1, 2010 · This allows you to focus intensely on proper form, which is essential before you're going to increase the weight (and therefore your risk of injury, should you be doing things incorrectly). There is no shame in doing body weight squats, crunches, modified pushups or even "mock" bench presses or triceps extensions without added weight.
8 Signs Your Cardio Workouts Are Doing More Harm Than Good
WEBMar 19, 2014 · 8 Signs Your Cardio Workouts Are Doing More Harm Than Good. Share on Pinterest More Sharing Options. By SPARK_COACH_JEN, SparkPeople Blogger 3/19/2014. Aerobic exercise (think running, biking, and jumping rope) is good for your health, helps with weight loss and generally makes you feel good.
6 Exercises That Prepare Your Body for Pregnancy - SparkPeople
WEBMay 5, 2014 · Here are my top six exercise recommendations for preparing your body for a strong and healthy pregnancy and postpartum recovery. 1. Plié Squats. Why: Squats are probably hands down the best overall exercise you can learn to do correctly. Learning to do a proper squat can save you from future back, hip and knee pain, all of which can also …
Habits of Fit People: Work Out Like It's Your Job - SparkPeople
WEBApr 15, 2011 · You need downtime, easier days, rest days, and a variety of workouts to help prevent boredom and burnout. Build rest, variety and downtime into your workout program just like you do (hopefully) into your work life. We all need to cut ourselves some slack sometimes! One of the reasons exercise is part of my daily life is because I treat it like ...
The True Story Behind the Turbo Jam Workouts (Plus a Contest)
WEBOct 6, 2009 · Fitness expert Chalene Johnson is best known for creating the Turbo Jam workouts and the best-selling DVDs of the same name. Her workouts are intense and upbeat--just like she is. Chalene reached out the dailySpark and offered to write a guest blog post--and sponsor a contest for all of you. We knew how many members are keen …