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
interval training
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
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