Michelle Obama Hula-Hoops to Health
October 23, 2009 by admin
Filed under Weight Loss
The secret to Michelle Obama’s slim waist? Hula-hooping ! The first lady hosted a Healthy Kids Fair on the White House South Lawn this week to promote her ongoing message that Americans need to get healthy. Among the attendees were chefs and nutritionists who prepared lunch while also passing along the valuable lesson of healthy eating. Afterward, the kids and Michelle completed an obstacle course, hula-hooped, and tried double-dutch jump rope. The first lady manage to swivel the hula-hoop around 142 times before it fell! View 7 Photos ›
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Katy Perry Jumps Onstage and Off
July 14, 2009 by admin
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Katy Perry looks amazing in her various bikinis . What’s her secret? According to a recent interview with Cosmo , her favorite way to exercise is jumping rope . Not only does it burn calories - 295 per 30 minutes - but jumping rope also helps build bone-mineral density and makes your body stronger. It’s a simple and inexpensive way to get your heart rate up; use it as your main form of cardio or to warm up before strength training. Katy even jumps rope as a warmup before shows. Since this little gadget is so portable, you can pack it in your gym bag, suitcase, car, and even your purse and always have a way to get in a good workout.
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Summer Beverage Breakdown: Alcoholic Edition
July 14, 2009 by admin
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When it’s sunny and warm and you’re craving a crisp, cold beverage, sometimes an iced coffee or fresh-squeezed tangerine juice just satisfy your thirst. Sometimes, you’re in the mood for something with a little kick. To see a breakdown of your favorite Summer alcoholic beverages keep reading
