Fitness

Seven minutes for a workout - who doesn't have time for that? That's why we've been loving this quick circuit workout from the American College of Sports Medicine, which burns major calories in a short amount of time. Keeping the intensity up - and the rest periods short - is key, so make sure you are pushing yourself during each 30-second spurt! You'll need a mat and a chair or bench. Repeat the circuit up to three times. Learn how to do all the moves here, and get the printable poster of this seven-minute HIIT workout here.

This afternoon, Sasha and I had the opportunity to get some photos taken by the amazing James Patrick. He’s well-known for his work in the fitness industry -he does a lot of fitness magazine and Bodybuilding shoots- and we asked him to help take pics for our YouTube channel. We brought some fun dance outfits, coin belts and plain black. Goofers: The photos took a couple of hours, and afterwards, we filmed some new Zumba dances to share on our channel. After we were finished, I came back home to eat everything in the world (photos went right through lunch time) and relax with nana and Liv. Nana brought over some hearts and flowers plants from my great-grandmother’s house, and we planted them in the backyard. Here’s hoping it flourishes and grows; it’s amazing to have a piece of nana’s history here at our own house. She’s always had a super green thumb -when she touches a plant, the flowers bloom and butterflies pop out- and with every plant I successfully keep alive, it helps me to feel a little bit more like her No workout plans on the agenda tonight, but since it’s technically my Sunday, I want to get some new stuff together for my classes this week. We start teaching Aqua Zumba and i”m pretty stoked about it. Has anyone seen Great Gatsby yet?! I think my friend Ashley and I are going on Friday. (photo source) Oh, Leonardo. Hope you’re having a great night xoxo Gina Something to do: Check out this walking workout paired with this strength blitz. If you try it, let me know how it goes! Something to watch: (but make sure to have the tissues handy) A tribute to Zach Sobiech

It's no secret that we love Greek yogurt around here, and there's good reason why. It's a perfect way to get more protein and calcium in your diet, and the probiotics are nothing but good news for your insides. And not only that, substituting Greek yogurt for cream, mayonnaise, and other high-fat options saves big in the calorie department. From breakfast to dessert and everything in between, here are some of our favorite ways to add flavor, not calories, with Greek yogurt! View Slideshow ›

Paleo dieters craving a big bowl of stir-fry will find delicious comfort in this fresh, bright, and satisfying cauliflower "rice" recipe. Beyond being a Paleo-friendly offering, this grain-free stir-fry has zero cholesterol, is low in sodium, and offers your entire daily recommended intake of vitamin A and vitamin C in just one meal. While this recipe requires a decent amount of chopping in the kitchen, once the prep is done, the cook time is under 15 minutes - just trust me on this one, the healthy result is well worth the effort. Keep reading for your new favorite Paleo recipe.

Fermented Tea is the correct answer!  SO what’s the craze all about?  Kombucha tea is an ancient Chinese drink that’s known as the “Immortal health elixir.”   Well that makes you want to drink it right?    The sweetened tea is created by a symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast. In the beginning of the 20th century researchers in Germany and in Russian studied Kombucha extensively .   This was do to the fact that they found that the colonies of people that drank this type of fragmented tea didn’t get cancer!   Alas, the research was halted with the cold war and wasn’t really started back up again until the 90′s in the U.S.   The research from the early 20th century has now been made public but research has been set aside  because no one seems to see the benefit or rather the money in Kombucha testing. Regardless of the unfinished research, Kombucha has over 2,000 years of belief and tradition behind it. Benefits of Kombucha  Kombucha Benefits#1 – Detoxification – Helps detox the liver and the rest of the system with the aide of healthy bacteria and enzymes.    These extra bacteria and enzymes take the load off the pancreas and allow the liver a break from over production.  Kombucha is also very high in Glucaric acid which has been shown to prevent cancer.   Kombucha Benefits#2 – Joint Care  - Kombucha contains glucosamine which aids the joints in movement.   The Hydrolic acid thats present in glucosamine aids the joints in moisture, lubrication, flexibility, lessens free radicals, and lessens wrinkles. Kombucha Benefits #3  - Improves Digestion and Intestinal Health –  Due to the fact that Kombucha is a living beverage and contains yeast and healthy bacteria, it contains natural probiotics.  These healthy bacteria fight things such as candida (harmful yeast), mental clarity,  and mood stability.   By eliminating bad bacterias and yeast it will aid help depression, anxiety, and fibromyalgia.  Kombucha Benefits #4 - Immune Boosting – This drink is PACKED full of antioxidants.  These aids in prevention of disease and in energy levels.  Need I say more?? Are the Benefits of Kombucha for real or just hype???   After reading several different articles it seems that they are~!  However there are different time frames to gauge your personal results on.   Within one week you should see increased energy and improved immune function.  For large ailments, you should see improvement in a month.  For chronic disease you should see improvement over the course of a year. * Fit Tip Daily was not paid or compensated for this article in any way.   This is an informational site base on our personal findings.  Use this information at your own discretion.    Healthy Gut, A Healthy Life ! Adria BS, CPT, CES, PES

A bed isn't just for catching zzzs; think of this elevated, soft structure as another piece of fitness equipment you can use before or after hitting the hay in your own home, at your in-law's house when out for a weekend visit, or at the hotel while on your Summer vacation. These moves may be basic, but they are super effective at toning your body. Triceps Dips - Targets arms Stand a few feet away from the edge of the bed, facing away. Place your hands on the mattress, fingertips pointing toward the feet. Begin with your torso in one straight line. From here, bend your elbows behind you, lowering your hips toward the ground. Then straight the arms to lift the hips, squeezing the glutes at the top. Complete three sets of 15 reps to 20. Source: Megan Wolfe Photography at J+K Fitness Studio Elevated Lunge - Targets legs and tush Stand about three feet away from the foot of the bed, facing away. Lift your left leg up and rest the ball of your foot on the mattress (as shown in the above photo). From here, bend your front knee, lowering your left knee toward the ground so it's at a 90-degree angle, and then rise up. Complete three sets of 15 to 20 reps on each leg. Keep reading to learn three more toning moves using your bed.

Standing tall in a bikini will boost your confidence at the beach, and a strong upper back is essential for improving your posture. The lying overhead reach is the perfect move for strengthening your back and toning the bra bulge. Watch this video to learn how to safely and effectively perform this exercise.

To put together this POPSUGAR Must Have Summer Fun box, we racked our brains to figure out just what you need to kick off the season. Cool new shades and a soft, sexy sarong will keep your beach or pool routine chic. Plus, we want to keep you hydrated inside and out, give your home a scent makeover, and organize your bags so you can hit the road at a moment's notice. Whatever the season brings, we hope this box will have what you need. Enjoy and have an amazing Summer! We have more special edition boxes coming, so check out POPSUGAR Must Have to sign up for our monthly subscription and more fun releases! View Slideshow ›

A bottled Frappuccino is tasty, but at 200 calories and 31 grams of sugar, it's not the best option for a caffeine fix. Enter Coco Cafe. This bottled coffee beverage is made with hydrating coconut water, so not only does it bring down sugar and calorie counts, but it also contains more potassium than a banana! Keep watching to hear what we think of its latest flavor offerings!

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