What is my target and maximum heart rate, and why should I care? When I go to the gym, the cardio machines always have this nifty little chart that shows what your “fat-burning” and “cardio” heart rate zones are. When I first started out on my weight loss journey, I ignored this chart. However, as I’ve delved into fitness a little more, I’ve learned that this chart is very important to know, ... Continue Reading
National Wear Red Day! (giveaway post).
Subtitle: This is an easy one, People. Join in. Wear red. Maybe win. What's not to love? The entire concept of Go Red For Women celebrates the energy, passion and power we have as women (& the men who love us!) to band together to wipe out heart disease and stroke. Cardiovascular disease kills approximately 450,000 women each year. A number which equates to approximately one woman ... Continue Reading
Nordic walking (giveaway post).
I know. Look at me right? All professional & stuff with my walking sticks. Chest out. Stride long. I should be on a video. Yeah. I didnt start out that way. Please to enjoy my journey. Walking. It’s an easy way to get in a workout as all one needs is a pair of shoes & a place to amble. Walking for as little as 30 minutes a day reduces the risk of heart ... Continue Reading