Whether you’re looking to lose weight or get in shape, Pilates offers a great combination of trimming and toning your body for a leaner, longer look. As someone who started taking Pilates classes two months ago, it has helped me tremendously with toning my muscles and improving my posture.
The great thing about Pilates is that it’s meant to create lean muscle – not bulk. So for many girls out there who are concerned that doing too many strength-training exercises will make them seem too muscular or chunky, Pilates will actually …

Hey girls, ever wonder how you can maintain a great physique and make yourself smarter at the same time? It seems like a myth at first, but a recent scientific study may have the answer.
We’ve always known that exercise is a cornerstone in any healthy lifestyle, but not all of us are aware that certain types of exercise have been proven to enhance brainpower as well. According to a recent study conducted by researchers at the National Cheng Kung University in Taiwan, running is the form of exercise most beneficial …

Summer running comes with its own set of enjoyments and challenges: the weather’s beautiful, but the heat can also make you feel extremely fatigued and as if you’re going to suffocate. After picking up amateur running during my senior year of high school, I’ve had a few years to figure out what exactly works best for me. Here are a few tips on how to make the most of your summer routine.
Location. I’ve gone through phases of jogging outside and at the gym. It’s summer, so you might as well …

Although my days of gorging on calorie-laden dorm foods are in the past, I have yet to lose my “Freshman 15,” which has resiliently remained with me throughout college.  Even worse, when I was actually able to afford a gym membership, I decided not to bother.  Now that I really need to work out, I’m conveniently unemployed and can’t afford to go to the gym, let alone pay for a non-happy hour priced drink.  Nevertheless, my determination to get in shape has pushed me to explore workout options outside of …