{Giveaway closed} Two-pack of Sweaty Bands

[Disclosure: I was given Sweaty Bands samples and giveaways for followers by Sweat Bands. As always, I only write about the products and the classes that I love.] It doesn’t […]

Bridal Sculpt workout from 11/19

If you have a wooden floor at home and a towel, you’re ready to work out with this Tuesday’s Bridal Sculpt routine. Once you’re warm, hit the circuit two times […]

Urban TRX Pilates at Urban Athlete

Gym: Urban Athlete, 4437 N Ravenswood Ave. Class Focus: A rhythmic Pilates-inspired class with the additional challenge of  body-weight resistance with TRX bands. Cost per workout: There is a $15 drop-in […]

Bridal Sculpt workout 11/14/13

I’m having a great time teaching Bridal Sculpt! We threw a fitness test into the mix today and went as hard as possible for 10 minutes. We’ll re-test in three […]

Workout at home with Bridal Sculpt

I’ve posted about taking Bridal Sculpt previously, but this week, I got the chance to teach it. Pretty exciting stuff! The owner, Shannon Gail, is also my wedding planner, so […]

Rock Your Core at Barefeet Power Yoga

Gym: Barefeet Power Yoga, 1006 W. Monroe Street Class Focus: Vinyasa flow with an emphasis on core strength and stretching in a fast-paced class. Cost per workout: $15 Money saving offers: […]

5-minute fitness fix with Nike trainers Nikki and Gina

I’ve been into quick and easy at-home workouts, because when 20 minutes is all you’ve got, you need to make the most of it! Nike Trainers, Gina and Nikki asked […]

Try a Sweat at State workout at Home and stop in for 3 free classes

What’s challenging me to get fitter lately? Sweat on State, a high intensity workout that uses light weights and body weight to tone and build lean muscle and endurance. I’m obsessed. […]

Fit Apps: Yoga+Travel by Allison English

(Screenshot courtesy of Yoga+Travel) When I get off a plane, all I want to do is to get into a pigeon pose on the most hygienic surface as far from from […]

Staying accountable: workouts for the week of 10/28

Keeping up with morning workouts is difficult when a new engagement means lots of bubbly. Staying accountable: Find me at Sweat on State, Urban Athlete (a new gym for me) […]

Fit Apps: Jillian Michaels Slim-Down

(Screenshot courtesy of Jillian Michaels Slim Down) If you’re looking for a totally comprehensive way to get fit with an app, Jillian Michaels Slim Down is a great option. It […]

Travel fitness fix: hotel gym edition

If you’re used to taking classes, hotel gyms can present a big room full of “what do I do with this?” For that and so many other reasons, travel days […]

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