Fitness

A personal fitness trainer and one who loves a challenge in a family of athletes, the ShapeUpMom offers practical health tips for a better you before, during and after pregnancy.

Triceps Push-Ups

Posted by on Mar 11, 2012 in Fitness | 0 comments

Tis push-up variation proves that diamonds are you tri’s best friends. Get into a classic push-up position, but place your hands in a diamond shape on the floor by touching your index fingers and thumbs;your hands should be directly below your chest. Slowly bend your arms, stopping your descent when your chest is a few inches from the floor.  Extend your arms to return to the starting position, and repeat for 3 sets of 10-12 reps. Inhale as you lower, exhale as you press up. Lift one leg to increase the difficulty.

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Keep your knees strong

Posted by on Mar 4, 2012 in Fitness | 0 comments

When it comes to having strong lower body, studies show that, due to anatomical and hormonal differences, women are more susceptible to serious knee injuries.  Here are a few things we can do to save our knees. Staying lean Wearing well-fitted shoes to the gym Building up your exercise intensity gradually Never ignoring knee pain Balance plyometrics training with low impact moves to help keep in top shape.e  Crosstraining is key.

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Great Abs Stretch

Posted by on Feb 19, 2012 in Fitness | 0 comments

Sit on stability ball with your feet flat on the ground.  Walk your feet forward until the ball is under your back;your head and neck should be touching the ball.  Keeping your feet planted, relax your arms overhead or out to the sides.  Hold this position 20 to 30 seconds, then walk your feet back towards the ball and sit up straight.

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Sleep Better! WORKOUT

Posted by on Feb 12, 2012 in Fitness | 0 comments

Exercise increases the release of serotonin, a hormone responsible for feelings of relaxation that promotes more restful sleep.Start doing 30 minute power walk on the treadmill 2 hours before bedtime.  You will fall asleep faster, sleep more efficient and reach REM less quickly than before.  The later you reach REM and the longer you are in the deep sleep that precedes it, the more restorative your sleep will be overall.

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Post Workout Massage

Posted by on Feb 5, 2012 in Fitness | 0 comments

A swedish post workout massage is not just an indulgence; it boosts strength recovery by 60 percent.  Massage reduces inflammation in the tissue and increases blood flow to the area, which is what speeds up recovery.  

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12 Minute ABS program

Posted by on Jan 29, 2012 in Fitness | 0 comments

Plank with cross body knee drive Sit-ups with rotation crunch with leg extension windshield wipers Do not forget cardio and clean eating will also sculpt your abs!!  

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