As the weather nears a ghastly 60 degrees here in San Diego, I urge all you cyclists out there not to panic – The Sweat Shop has found your solution: Crank Cycling. This new, downtown indoor cycling studio allows you to continue your ride – inside. I’ve always loved spinning (indoor cycling), and this particular studio impressed me for a few key reasons.
Sweat shop style: checking in with ‘Pole Sinsations’
October 7, 2009 By 1 Comment
A Tuesday afternoon in San Diego at Pole Sinsations, one of the new boutiques popping up around the country that teach women (and men, I suppose, if you’re into that sort of thing) how to pole dance as a fun, challenging way to burn calories, tone up and lean down. The unobtrusive studio offers free parking after six and is easy to find.
Take the Boot Camp Challenge
September 24, 2009 By 2 Comments
Have you ever wondered what it is like to go through boot camp when joining the military? It has been said that the Marines push new recruits through some of the toughest training courses created. Once a year the MCRD opens the base and welcomes the public to test their endurance and strength on the Marine building obstacle field. This Saturday September 26 strap on those running shoes, don’t forget to stretch, and prepare to get dirty.
Take a Jog: The Best Kept Running Routes in San Diego
September 1, 2009 By 13 Comments
Running can get dull. Runners tend to choose the same routes because it is easier to gauge the distance and level of difficulty; but all this becomes very routine. In San Diego there are hundreds of running routes that will entertain every runner and add just the right twist to ones weekly workout. So if [...]
Check out some of the upcoming marathons in San Diego
August 19, 2009 By Leave a Comment
San Diego Marathons are among the most popular in California because they provide great weather and scenery. There are only two in San Diego, the Rock and Roll Marathon and the Carlsbad Marathon. Both of these will take place next year, this gives you plenty of time to prepare for them.
Tips for staying fit in the heat
July 30, 2009 By 3 Comments
As the summer progresses and the sun seemingly gets hotter, I find it harder to get my butt outside and do something. My favorite thing in the world is running and my favorite time to run is in the afternoon, but during the summer I have to switch it up or I’d die from exhaustion. Here are some tips and activities that I do to change it up and play it safe during this intense heat wave:
Top day hikes around San Diego
July 29, 2009 By 2 Comments
Activity is very important to me. I love to go running and lift gigantic weights to get my guns ready for the show, but what I love most is being outside using my body naturally. Surprisingly enough, San Diego has tons of trails throughout the county ranging from super easy to ridiculously challenging. Here are the places that I have explored or want to explore soon.
Fitness & Fun – Great places to exercise in San Diego
June 15, 2009 By Leave a Comment
There is something incredible about being productive while simultaneously doing what you love. A wonderful benefit that we San Diegans get to enjoy is that any outdoor activity we do can be fun, productive, and unbelievably scenic. The gorgeous weather is likely to join in on the fun just about any day we choose. People [...]
Fitness & Fun – Confessions from a Yoga novice
June 11, 2009 By 1 Comment
Yoga is becoming increasingly popular, and you can find classes at recreation centers, fitness clubs, and on television. There are even classes offering yoga for babies and doggie yoga. Still, many have yet to accept that yoga isn’t just for hyper-spiritual, cymbal clinging acrobats. Regular people who don’t wake up doing back bends and head [...]
“Fitness & Fun” – Simple tips for staying fit and healthy
May 21, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Avoiding your bathroom scale like the Swine Flu? You are certainly not alone. Although donning a surgical mask won’t do anything to make the outcome any better, there are some simple steps you can take to be on your way to a healthier, happier life. There are millions of Americans who are absolutely terrified to [...]
