Figo: Episode 2!

In FigoFit, Peanut is showing you an original move called the downdog to push-up pyramid. A fantastic exercise for tightening the arms and toning the shoulders. We also get the yoga benefits from the downward dog, especially in those often-tight … Read more

12 Tips to a Happy & Healthy Holiday

1. Embrace your inner dasher
Tis the season for intervals! I’m adamant about getting my clients to change up their cardio workouts when the 1-hour elliptical jaunt has gotten all too comfortable. Not only are intervals efficient of your time, … Read more

Figo: Lunges and Rosemary Roasted Butternut Squash

This FigoFit & FigoFood episode has us gearing up for Thanksgiving Day!

For FigoFit, Peanut demonstrates a step back lunge and single arm press. This is a great move to tone the shoulders and tighten up the legs! Add this … Read more

Nike Pro Bra Experience, NYC

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Down in the heart of Soho, Nike was determined to show women how your boobs should really feel during a workout. Secured and like they’re not even there–that describes my breasts when they’re at their best during a sweat sesh.… Read more

INTERVAL TRAINING: THE BEST CARDIO WORKOUT

HIGH INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING is better than AEROBIC CARDIO TRAINING

ex: elliptical sprints vs. elliptical at an easy-moderate intensity for 45 minutes

Why?

  • time efficiency
  • better cardio respiratory benefit
  • increased fat burn
  • increased general metabolism
  • increased aerobic capacity
  • post-exercise metabolic
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