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Jen Lesea-Ames, M.S., CSCS, is a Certified Personal Trainer with over 15 years of experience in the fitness industry and is the CEO and founder of Boulder-based FitwiseTraining.com. Her focus is practical fitness information.

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Pilates bridge: exercise of the week

Tuesday, November 17th, 2009

A simple yet effective exercise to strengthen the core muscles, specifically the back extensors as well as the...
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Stability ball modified crunch: exercise of the week

Monday, November 9th, 2009

This exercise targets the abs, obliques, gluteals, and hip stabilizers. Additionally, it will put your balance to...
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BOSU standing med ball toss: exercise of the week

Develop total body stabilization while improving your balance and core strength with this exercise. This is a...
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Yoga warrior pose: exercise of the week

This fundamental yoga pose will strengthen the entire body through stabilization. Additionally, it helps to...
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Alternating split squat jumps: exercise of the week

Take the lunge vertical with this explosive exercise, especially if one is considering telemark skiing this winter...
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Plank (aka prone iso abs): exercise of the week

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This exercise is a timed, static exercise that develops the isometric strength of the core, with specific emphasis...
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Health benefits of strength training

Cardiovascular, or aerobic, exercise is known to have many health benefits, ranging from weight management to reduced risk of cardiovascular (heart)...
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Bosu standing squat: exercise of the week

Ski season is quickly approaching. Build strength and stability in the lower body and core with this unstable...
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Want to start a fitness-oriented business? Follow these simple tips.

One of the best things about working in the fitness industry, whether a gym owner, fitness instructor, or sales associate is that we are in a very...
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Pilates hip rolls: exercise of the week

This exercise is great for toning and stretching the waist specifically, strengthening the obliques and other...
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