Apartment Work Out

Do you wish you could have a rock hard body without spending HOURS upon HOURS at the gym?

While the gym offers many state of the art machines to get you in shape, sometimes a quick workout is all you need and there’s nothing better than the convenience of doing it in your own home. Because space is limited, equipment must be practical in size, as well as effective. Here are a few items you can use around the apartment to get the results you’re looking for!

1. Pull Up Bars
2. Resistance Bands
3. Yoga Mats

Let us know what you’re using to stay in shape by commenting below or tweeting us @circlebartprk!

Lose Weight By Drinking Water

Are you trying to get a flatter stomach and tighter abs this summer without hitting the gym once?

Impossible, right? Wrong. Slimming your midsection down has never been easier with the help of the latest “miracle elixir,” which is none other than… Water.

Wait, JUST water!? That’s right, the essential thirst quencher, that’s kept everyone from Bob Saget to your dog hydrated, is the answer to trimming your extra stomach jelly in 2010.

So, check out this article from MSN Health to learn how you can start losing weight today by simply drinking water, and let us know how you’re staying hydrated by commenting below or tweeting us @circlebartprk!

Quick Draw

After the most anticipated match of group play in the 2010 FIFA World Cup ended this past Saturday, the United States and England found themselves at a 1-1 draw. Not the prettiest game for either team, as defensive mistake led to goals for each, but it’s a positive start for both campaigns.

The U.S. fought back after a shaky start, conceding a goal in first 5 minutes of the match, to tie the game late in the first half when a shot from Clint Dempsey trickled into the back of the net. The second half saw chances for both teams end unsuccessfully as both teams’ keepers made key saves.

Now that the nerves are out, the U.S. and England must put together strong performances to ensure they’ll moving forward and have a chance to win the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Let us know who you think will win this year’s FIFA World Cup by commenting below or tweeting us @circlebartprk!

Which Sport Are You?

Do you have a favorite sport or sports team? Let us know by commenting below or tweeting us @circlebartprk!

Tips for Bike Safety

Warm weather means its time for outdoor activities like bicycling. Whether you’ve already taken the plunge and ditched your car or are considering riding your bike to work, it is always good to brush up on bicycle safety.  Just like pedestrians, too-often bike riders are not seen by approaching vehicles and cyclists can end up being seriously injured or killed. According to the CDC, more than 500,000 people are treated in emergencies and over 700 people die each year from bicycle related injury.

However, you can take extra steps to avoid becoming a negative statistic.

Gear

• Buy and wear a well-fitting helmet. Make sure it’s bright and highly visible to passers-by.
• Check your brakes and tires regularly.

Traffic Rules

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  photo credit: Wolfgang Staudt

  Go with the flow of traffic. Obey all traffic rules and avoid swerving in and out of traffic.

• Use hand signals. Remember what you learned in driver’s ed? If not, it’s time for a refresher.
• Do not ride on the sidewalk. Riding on the sidewalk makes it difficult for pedestrians to walk comfortably, and makes you more susceptible to getting hit by a car when you attempt to cross an intersection.  To a car, it looks as if you came out of nowhere.
• Be visible. At night, wear reflective clothing and use headlights. In the day, avoid distractions like talking on a cellphone and focus on making sure that everyone can see you.
• Watch out for debris. Keep an eye out for trash, potholes, parked cars or open car doors that can create unfortunate accidents when struck.
• Watch for turning cars. Motorists tend to think they are going much faster than you and can overestimate a “quick” turn. Also, they may not be looking for cyclists when they are attempting to change lanes.

Now go ride!

Get some exercise and pat yourself on the back for using an alternative method of transportation.

Relay For Life: Team Circle

Fighting cancer is a team effort. The impact we can make together is much greater than what any of us could do alone.

At the American Cancer Society Relay For Life, our team will camp out overnight and take turns walking around the track to raise money and awareness to help the American Cancer Society save more lives from cancer. By joining or donating to our team, you will be a part of a life-changing event that gives everyone in the community a chance to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against a disease that takes too much.

Please make a donation, or join our team and help us create a world where cancer can no longer claim another year of anyone’s life.

Click here to donate!

Let us know if you’ll be joining The Team by commenting below or tweeting us @CircleBartPrk!

Walk It Out Like Usher

Are you ready to get in shape for 2010? Do you want to hear about the latest 5 minute work out, miracle diet, or surgical solution to get you fit?

I didn’t think so. While methods to get healthy seem to get more and more complicated each day, exercising remains as simple as… walking.

You don’t have to be able to bench press 250lbs or run the Boston Marathon to get in shape, all you have to do is take a step.

Here are a few tips that can make your walk more beneficial to your body:

1. Walk Uphill: Climbing provides a better work out for your back!
2. Carry Weights: Adding a light load to your walk can tone your upper body.
3. Wear Good Shoes: Most often people mistake comfort for performance. Make sure you’re wearing a shoe that is meant for training rather than style.

For more tips check out this article from MSN health, and let us know how you’re getting in shape by commenting below or tweeting us @CircleBartPrk!

Shut Up! I’m Trying To Work Out

Hey! Want to lose weight? – Go to sleep!

Losing weight is as easy sleeping. Don’t get me wrong, you’re not going to lose 10lbs over night, but you will improve your metabolism. A recent study has shown that sleep is equally as important to diet and exercise in maintaining your weight.

So be sure to get a full 8 hours of sleep tonight, and let us know how your shedding weight by commenting or tweeting us @CircBartPrk!

5 Healthy Eating Tips For College

Believe it or not, there are actually healthy foods that won’t cost an arm and a leg. You should also consider the ways you indirectly save money by eating healthier. Being healthy means having a higher immunity and making fewer trips to the doctor, for example. Whatever the reasons for making wiser decisions in your diet, you don’t have to spend a fortune at the local health food store to do it. Here are a few ways to save money and feel better while doing it:

1. Make a Shopping List – By planning meals ahead of time and sticking to a shopping list, you should be able to avoid any unnecessary and unhealthy impulse purchases.
2. Buy In-Season Produce – A seasonal produce chart may help you do determine what will be cheapest at the store right now. Buying your favorite fruits and vegetables during the off-season costs you more because of what it cost to bring to market.
3. Shop at the Campus CO-OP – Why are you overpaying at health food store when you could be getting your food direct from local growers? Check out the local CO-OPs and farmer’s market before going to the grocery store.
4. Stock Up on Your Healthy, Cheap Staples – These include oatmeal, beans and rice. These are foods that are filling, inexpensive and healthy. You should always be sure that they are readily stocked in the kitchen.
5. Clip and Organize Coupons – This is probably the easiest way to save some money on food. However, be sure to only save coupons for healthy foods. Just because it is on sale doesn’t mean that you should buy it.

Don’t Melt, Hike Now

Do you feel trapped indoors?  Are you looking for new ways to get in shape?  If so, it’s time to lace em’ up.

February, though in the middle of winter, is the perfect time to hit one of Florida’s many hiking trails.  Now if some of are you thinking – Woah, you expect me to HIKE in the middle of winter!? – Uhhh, yea man!  If you’re from the South you know that the winter is the ONLY time to hike (or be outdoors for that matter) if you plan on not melting.  So, grab a hoodie and hit the trails!

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