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Lemme See – Usher featuring Rick Ross

Need a good warm up or cool down song while working out?  This is it.  What are you listening to during your workout? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TEb7CPtpZvM

Fireworks Workout

Last year I worked out with my trainer first thing in the morning.  It helped keep me motivated and not feel guilty when I hung out and ate at the cookout before the fireworks!  Keep pushing and don't let up. Equipment Needed: Hand weights Step bench Gliders Print Workout Here:   Exercise Reps Weight 1. Walking lunges 12 25 2. ...

FitFluential Workout

I found this posted on Facebook and it looks pretty intense yet doable!!!!  It's by FitFluential, Inc.  The Femme Fitale Fit Club crew will have a fit day very soon where we work this out I mean it is only 30 minutes so it won't take up that much time. If you try it, leave a comment below and let me know how it goes.

In The Gym with Dr. Lanette Leadbetter

I met this outstanding lady about one year ago as we have a mutual friend and sorority sister who was experiencing some pretty significant milestones in her life such as marriage and having a baby.  We came together frequently last year to celebrate her event showers.  Through this time I had an opportunity to have conversations with her often ...

CCF Upper Body Circuit With Plyometric Ab Sculpting

Recently received an email to view this and I am hooked!  I can see myself working this out in the gym!  Let me know if you plan to try this workout.  Go hard or go home!  Let's GO! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mEKNGsQgccM&feature=em-share_video_user  

Eating Healthy

I'm about to go on my mini world tour and eating healthy is always a challenge for me when I am off of my routine.  Here is a very good video by one of Femme Fitale's fitness idol who explains a very good way to trump that challenge and still have a good time while on vacation! I hope you enjoy! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r9NX3OZsAQM  

Vacation Time Workout

This is one of my trainer's all time favorites!  I did this workout some time last year and can still feel the "burn".  Try and let me know how you feel afterwards by leaving a comment below! Equipment Needed: Barbell Step Bench Exercise Reps Weight Walking lunges 12 25 Squats 20 25 Shoulder presses (palms facing each other)...

How To Stay Motivated

I remember first committing to a more regular workout routine.  I was excited and felt I could take on the world!  Even though I was not at my physical peak I felt STRONG!  I engulfed myself into fitness by subscribing to magazines and IN MY HEAD seeing and doing the exercises.   And then after about a month or so...the feeling wanes and I ...

Make Me Stronger Workout

This morning I woke up and felt good.  Had good energy and sipped on water prior to this workout.  It is intense because my trainer incorporated a bunch of trisets and combinations that kept the body working and guessing.  On my way home I passed my husband on the way to the gym - he thought he would still catch me there to "smoke me" as he ...

Keep On – D Train Video

If you do not have this on your playlist - it is an awesome workout song!  Yes it is from the 80's....and right when I am about to give up on push ups....the chorus chimes in! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qY1RvCU0rII  

Fitness Idol – Erin Stern

Erin Stern is absolutely AMAZING!  I first came across her while reading several of the fitness magazines I subscribe to.  What I admire about her is her athleticism, competitiveness and physique.  She has been on too many covers and fitness contests to count. Check her out. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rwQXAb2flE0 http://www.youtube.c...

I’m Too Old For This Workout

This workout had me crawling out of the gym.  I mean...literally on hands and knees crawling past folks coming in the door! Equipment needed:  Hamstring curl machine Stepmill Bosu ball First Set Exercise Reps Weight Hamstring curl 12 60 lbs Hamstring curl - top half 12 60 lbs Hamstring curl - pulses 12 30 lbs Walking ...

Fitness Idol – Jade Teta and Jill Coleman

A few nights ago on Facebook the Metabolic Effect team hosted a 1 hour Q&A session with Jade Teta who is one of the authors of The Metabolic Effect Diet book.  He is a biochemist, holistic physician and personal trainer!  Phew!  The session was wonderful and it looked like he responded to each and every person's questions.  I was impressed ...

Heart Rate Monitor Watch

About 3 weeks ago I posted about losing my beloved Sportline heart rate monitor.  I have no idea how I lost it.   I went running with a friend from college, documented my workout in Runkeeper and then went to the grocery store.  We returned, we made smoothies and then she was on her way.  Well I looked high and low for that puppy and could ...

In The Gym with Jaquelyn Kastelic

I first read about Jaquelyn in a fitness magazine.  It was near the end of last year and there was this article about a petite woman who lifts MASSIVE weights so I read her story.  I was impressed with her ever since.  I have "liked" her page on Facebook, figured out when I will be able to try her Crossfit "box" located in Virginia (haven't ...