Get your exercise groove on!

Put on those tunes and get pumped to move. There's nothing like a good song to get you going!

I have a confession: I always get lazy before a workout! I'm not even kidding, before every workout, I sit myself down and realize that I begin to make up any excuse I can thinkof to avoid getting out of my house and driving to a dance class or the gym! Other than pure will power (which, let's face it, is difficult to muster more often than not!), the only thing I can think of that ever helps me get my head out of that mind set is a really good song.

Not only does music help me concentrate at work, it helps me to want to move and keep on going! A good song with a really great hook is usually all I need to get myself off the couch and, at the very least, dance like a fool for an hour in my kitchen! 

So I'd like to share with you my top three make-me-want-to-jump-up-and-move workout tunes of this week:

First up, let's take it back to the 80's with Duran Duran's The Reflex and Human League's Don't You Want Me Baby! We all need to take it back every now and then...

And someting that's a little more recent than those first two... Surfer Blood's Swim:

Enjoy and get moving! Sound off in the comments below and share your favourite tune!

Anyone can be red carpet ready!

Take inspiration from these celebrity workouts and adopt a fitter, healthier lifestyle!

It's award season (I realize I am writing this post-Oscars but no matter) and I'm finding many fabulous resources for new workouts! Also floating around the internet and flashing on our TV screens are images of celebrities wearing beautiful gowns and dashing tuxedos. I have to say that seeing all that glitz and glamour makes me want to exercise. I may not be wearing a gown for the Oscars anytime soon (I'm not ruling out the possibility either), but I don't need to go to an award ceremony to work towards feeling amazing in my clothes. Who needs a red carpet to be red carpet ready? Not me and definitely not you!

So what kind of exercises do these celebrities do to get themselves in shape? Everyday Health shares their workout tips and routines from ten famous ladies in Red-Carpet Fitness Routines and from ten famous men in Work Out Like a Star.

Everyday Health pulls inspiration from such famous names as Jennifer Garner, Jennifer Aniston and Helen Mirren to George Clooney, Sting and Denzel Wahington. These fabulous fitness tidbits will give you and me some great ways to enhance our exercise routines!

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Let's kick this week off with some motivation!

Follow these day of the week workouts for straight forward, dynamic workouts that are easy to do in the comfort of your own home.

If you have working out on the brain but just haven't nailed down a routine yet, we've found a simple days of the week workout infographic for you to try! Print out this straight forward Monday through Sunday schedule and you'll be kicking butt in no time. Each day consists of different amounts of "no-gym-or-equipment-necessary" exercises such as jumping jacks, lunges, and the plank, meaning you can do them anywhere. Plus, as the workouts vary from day to day, you won't get stuck in a rut and your workouts will continue to challenge your body.

Tip: Print this out and hang it somewhere you will see it to keep yourself motivated! More importantly, try hanging it somewhere you'll have the time (and space!) to actually do the exercises when you see it, such as your living room or bedroom.

Happy exercising!

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Get inspired to workout and save money!

Bribe yourself into fitness with a personal tip money jar!

Sometimes it can be hard to get motivated for your workout. It's cold and chilly outside or maybe it's too hot. You're busy and have no time. You're not feeling well or, plain and simple, not in the mood to get off of the couch! I've been there, you've probably been there, we've all been there at least once in our lives!

So what can we do for motivation? Here's an easy do-it-yourself project that can help get you in shape and saving money!

Grab a jar, preferably clear so you can see the contents grow and keep yourself motivated. Every time you successfully get off the couch and complete a workout, reward yourself by adding a dollar or two to your fit money jar! Give yourself a goal or a timeline. For example, wait one month before counting the contents and/or tell yourself that you wont spend the money until you've reached $50 dollars!

It's as easy as that! After dedicating yourself to your workout and donating to your fit jar, treat yourself! Pledge that money to something small, like a manicure or a new book! If you'r feeling really motivated, up the stakes! Pay yourself more and save for a big treat like a weekend getaway!

It's a good trick that you can use to get motivated and inspire yourself to do almost anything, from working out to taking vitamins! Good luck and get motivated! And don't forget your daily fibre!

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Sculpt Your Thighs From Every Angle!

Guess what?! You can workout your inner thighs without even stepping into a gym!

Last week, my temporary one month pass to the gym expired. In all that one month, I went to the gym once for a Zumba class. Clearly, the salesman who tried to entice me to sign up for a gym membership at the end of my trial month had no idea who he was dealing with. I take my poor attendance as a sign: I am not meant to be a gym mouse!

I would much rather exercise at home or do fun activities such as a dancing and sports! But sometimes, the weather or schedules get in the way of that and I just need a workout. That's when I look for things I can do at home.

Even though summer is gone and there's no need for shorts, keep your legs toned and rock your skinny jeans ladies! Shape Magazine has shared their Top 10 NEW Exercises for Thinner Thighs

Keep fit everyone! I'm looking forward to trying these exercises out tonight in the comfort of my home!

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