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You Asked: Jackie Warner's New Project

FitSugar — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:50:18 -0800

After reading our review of Jackie Warner's fitness DVD Workout One-on-One Training, many of you expressed curiosity over the future of her hit Bravo series, Work Out. After making a call to Sky Sport Spa - Warner's gym - today, I was told the unfortunate news that the show won't be returning for a fourth season.

I was a bit bummed to hear this but then I remembered Warner has a new show in the works, Thintervention With Jackie Warner. Not only that, Bravo is still looking for real folks struggling with weight loss to cast in the series. Thintervention will feature Warner working with individuals in their day-to-day environments to give them a complete lifestyle overhaul.

Learn the details of this new weight-loss reality show when you read more.
A press release from Bravo breaks down the show's formula:

Each episode of the one hour series will feature a grueling workout with Warner pushing her clients to their emotional and physical limits, a therapy session to get to the root of their weight issues, and a life lesson in nutrition such as grocery shopping or surprise raids of their home kitchens.

Thintervention seems to be banking on the success of The Biggest Loser formula, and given Warner's no-BS attitude, I'm sure we'll see more than a few tears shed as the season goes on. What we won't see is all the drama in Warner's personal life and the lives of her trainers. Personally, I think the drama is what helped make Work Out such a hit among, viewers so it'll be interesting to see how her new show fares.

Are you excited about Thintervention, or do you want Work Out to come back?

If You Go Away For the Weekend, Do You Work Out?

FitSugar — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 03:30:00 -0700

I always try to exercise if I'm going away on a week long vacation. I like to maintain my regular workout schedule if I can. Weekends away are a different story though. If I only go away for Saturday and Sunday, I don't always plan to work out because I tend to be really busy. How about you?

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Why Does My Body Shake?

FitSugar — Fri, 09 Feb 2007 08:45:00 -0800

Sometimes during certain exercises, my muscles quiver involuntarily, especially when I'm doing ab work. Does this happen to you?

Good news: That shaking means you're working and strengthening your muscles. But it's also a sign that the muscle is not accustomed to the demands you're putting on it.

The trembling indicates how the muscles grab and release one other as they lengthen and shorten during the exercise. But that action will become smoother, and the shaking will stop, once the muscles become more used to the activities you're doing.

Although the shaking isn't dangerous, the fact that you're putting extra demand on the muscles could result in some soreness the next day. The soreness reflects the fact that there's some muscle damage, but when the body repairs it, you come back fitter and stronger in the end, so it's a good thing.

Just think - If you do the exercise everyday then you will get stronger and shake less. Test that theory by doing the 4 minute short, sweet and complete ab routine everyday.

Fit's Tips: So don't overexert yourself too much. If you find yourself quivering from the start, take the intensity down a bit, and ease your muscles into working harder gradually.

Yet Another Excuse Not To Exercise

GiggleSugar — Fri, 05 Jan 2007 00:02:00 -0800

So if pumping iron with Snoop Dog isn't quite your style, then how about gettin' your Garfield on instead? And yes, I realize that made absolutely no sense. What do you want me to say? We're talking about a cat-inspired workout here, folks. Throw me a freakin' bone...or a ball of yarn. Just make the video go away. It's really creeping meow-t. Ha!

The P.M. is where I am, how about you?

FitSugar — Wed, 06 Dec 2006 08:30:00 -0800

Although most people like to exercise in the morning, claiming it is better than coffee, there is no evidence that it is better for you. I prefer to exercise around 3 p.m. when I generally feel like taking a nap. I do agree with the morning exercise folks – exercise is better than coffee.

Recently a neurologist from Northwestern University challenged the age old convention of "early to rise and early to run – get the exercise done.” Dr. Phyllis Zee believes the best time to work out is in the late afternoon, between 2 and 4 p.m., since that is when your muscle strength is at its peak and people are more alert and wake . Meaning you will be less likely to injure yourself. Your body temperature is also about 2 degrees higher so warming up should be easier too.

On the other hand, some health experts recommend exercising in the morning because the body's metabolism can get an early start at burning calories and sustain that higher metabolic rate during the hours after exercise.

Fit's take: Exercise is important and fitting it into your day, morning or afternoon, can be tough. Since there are advantages to working out at either time, I say go with your personal preference.

Favorite excuse for not working out: I JUST DON'T HAVE THE TIME

FitSugar — Tue, 14 Nov 2006 16:30:00 -0800

We all have excuses as to why we don't work out. Is yours similar to this? I don't have time to workout.

My answer to that is simple; Yes you do. Here's how to fit it in:

Friday night is date night. If your date night with your husband is like mine, it is necessary for the life of your marriage. So instead of the usual sappy movie and a large popcorn, try switching to something more active like bowling, miniature golf or dancing. Or make a daytime hiking date.
Get up 30 minutes earlier one day a week to workout. Seriously, you can do one day a week. Once you have gotten used to that, add another day.
Get active with your kids. When they are at swimming lessons, you can swim on the other end of the pool. When they are playing at the jungle gym, instead of sitting around like all of the other mothers, do some lunges, squats and pull ups while keeping an eye on them. Feel like you'll miss all the good gossip? Start a stroller walking group so you can walk and talk.
Go to the gym during your lunch break. You may end up eating at your desk post-workout but you do that most of the time anyway and now at least you'll feel more energized in the end.
Go to the gym with a plan of action. You can't waste time figuring out what to do next. Make a list and stick to it.
Walk when possible. Start by parking in the back of the parking lot and walking. What's more? No door dings. After that, take 10 minutes out of your day to walk around (it could even release some stress).
You can even work out while you're working using FIT's at your desk tips.

You can somehow always, even if it is small, get more active in your life. I'd love to hear your ideas -- tell me below!

At What Point Did You Start Working Out?

FitSugar — Fri, 22 Jun 2007 07:30:00 -0700

I can remember the first time I ever hit the gym as clear as day. I was a freshman in college looking to beat the freshman fifteen at my university's fitness center. I had no idea how to use any of the machines and was absolutely terrified of the weight area. Since everyone else seemed look like they knew what they were doing, I've always wondered when they all first started working out. I never got around to polling the entire fitness center, so I am curious about you guys: When did you first start working out?

Favorite Excuse for Not Working Out: I Can't Afford it

FitSugar — Mon, 11 Dec 2006 15:30:00 -0800

Let's face it, gym memberships are expensive. Yoga and Pilates classes are not cheap either, and buying at home equipment is not exactly inexpensive. OK, so what is a budget conscious girl to do if she still wants to work out?

Here are some tips for working out on a budget.

Stairs are free. Take them when you can.
Exercise bands are inexpensive and they are a great option for resistance training.
Rent (or buy) exercise dvds. This way you can get a well rounded workout and not be committed to one single place with a monthly fee.
Get an exercise ball. They provide a wide range of exercises at a low cost.

Interested in learning more ways to exercise at home? Then read more

Get an all in one exercise system. I like Gym in a Bag because it offers a wide range of training options.
Start a group. Think about starting a neighborhood walking group or a mommy stroller group, this way you can get your heart rate up (and socialize) and it costs nothing.
Most parks are free and trails (and if they're not free then they're pretty cheap). Try doing pull ups on the monkey bars, or dips using a picnic table. If you're hitting the trails, bring trekking poles.

Will Working Out at Night Disturb My Sleep?

FitSugar — Thu, 07 Jun 2007 04:00:00 -0700

When I would have sleepovers as a kid, my mom would always tell us that we were not allowed to run around like monkeys before bed because then we would not be able to fall asleep. Being the angelic child that I was, my friends and I would start doing jumping jacks as soon as mom left the room in hopes of staying up all night long, only to be asleep soon thereafter. Turns out mom was wrong (sorry mom) -- I have never had any hard evidence against it, until I dug a little.

A professor from the University of South Carolina, Shawn Younstedt who researches physical activity and sleep, says that evidence indicates that [evening exercise] does not disturb sleep for most people. Furthermore, any initial sleep disturbances may resolve within a few weeks. This is great news for any of you that work crazy hours but still want to fit in a workout. You may have always felt you couldn't do it right before bed because it would mess up your sleeping patterns but that should no longer be a worry.

This also gives further evidence that 24 hour gyms are not so crazy after all, now are they.

Do You Like Working Out?

FitSugar — Thu, 22 Mar 2007 03:30:00 -0700

Me, I love to exercise because after a good workout, I feel amazing. It does occur to me, however, that not everyone loves it. So I am curious, do you like working out?