Savor the Season

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November 28th, 2022

November 22, 2022 It’s time to celebrate the season; for many, that also means lots of family, friends, and parties. The holiday season brings tasty treats, late nights, and opportunities to overindulge. It’s a fantastic time of year to share and bring us together in the spirit of giving and gratitude. And, although it’s a […]

Sports Mall Personal Trainer Kim Hymas

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May 22nd, 2014

Personal training is never a one size fits all situation. That’s why personal is in the title. For example, it helps if you at least like your trainer in order to show up for the workout. Get to know more about Sports Mall’s nationally certified trainer Kim Hymas.

Recipe: Quinoa Fried Rice (The Real Deal)

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March 18th, 2014

I’m sure there are some repeats of this recipe, but I found it first on Cooking for Keeps. Not only do I love quinoa, but also I can successfully say it is a very adaptable substitute for most healthy items.

3 Tips on Eating to Lose Weight By Someone Who Loves Food More Than You Do

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March 17th, 2014

Let’s face it, we know working out is hard, but for some people eating healthy is even harder: this is me. I’d rather workout for 2 hours than have to skip a chocolate chip cookie. There are several reasons I’ve needed to slim down for a while—the main one being I genuinely love food.

3 Benefits of Working with a Personal Trainer from the Beginning of Your Fitness Regime

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February 11th, 2014

I’m not completely new to training, however, this is the first time I’ve been able to have a personal trainer consistently throughout my regime. I would normally wait until I’d lost some weight until I asked for help. After 6 weeks, I recognized some big benefits to working out with Sports Mall trainer Bobbi from […]

New Pants Project: One Girl’s Sports Mall Fitness Journey

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February 11th, 2014

Wake up, eat breakfast, shower, and dress for work. Sounds easy until something disturbs the routine. My interruption came in the form of both buttons falling off my only pair of black work slacks. “Crap.” Most people would welcome the opportunity to purchase new pants, but that requires shopping; shopping requires getting a stone-cold reality […]

5 Tips on How to Survive Your 1st Month of Training

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February 11th, 2014

After 6 weeks since I began my new workout regime at the Sports Mall with Bobbi, I’ve learned a few things. Before Thanksgiving my work out was walking from my work parking garage to my desk. Now I work out 5-6 days a week doing weights, Zumba, and elliptical. Heaven help my legs, and arms, […]

Friends Don’t Let Friends Skip Leg Day

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February 5th, 2013

Clearly we need to introduce this guy to some lunges. Yes, leg workouts are taxing, but judging by this picture, they are oh so necessary. Don’t let yourself be afraid of next-day soreness! Leg workouts will help you build endurance, kick-start your metabolism and help your body look symmetrical if you’re looking for those giant […]

New Year, Better Body

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January 8th, 2013

After a month of hibernating in the pantry, eating dozens of sugar cookies and slices of honey-glazed ham, the month of January hits and we all realize that it would take a miracle to fit back into our skinny jeans.   Before, you’ve probably done a couple of cheesy home workout videos or read something […]

Workout for Your Body Type

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December 21st, 2012

Everybody is different, so not the same types of workouts will give amazing results for every person. Working out should be something that’s customized and unique to fit your own style and body type. An intense session of Zumba may be a fun fat burning experience for one person, but a counter-productive muscle tear experience […]