Oct 3rd, 2011 at 1:00PM: Now more than ever, we all spend way too much time at our desks staring at computers. That means that we have less time for long walks, brisk jogs and other aerobic exercise. All of this leads to weight gain, diminishing health and lazy lifestyles. With winter just around the corner, exercising outdoors becomes more challenging. That means that we have to get more creative about how we find time ...Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
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SkyMall Monday: Sit Fit Exercise Device
Oct 3rd, 2011 at 1:00PM: Now more than ever, we all spend way too much time at our desks staring at computers. That means that we have less time for long walks, brisk jogs and other aerobic exercise. All of this leads to weight gain, diminishing health and lazy lifestyles. With winter just around the corner, exercising outdoors becomes more challenging. That means that we have to get more creative about how we find time ...SkyMall Monday: Talking Hand Exerciser
Jun 6th, 2011 at 1:00PM: I hate working out. I'm not proud of that and, despite my aversion to exercise, I do engage in quite a bit of it. I enjoy long bike rides, hiking and getting caught in the rain. That said, staying fit can be tedious. Perhaps that's because exercise equipment is so dull. Treadmills? Without outdoor scenery, running is the fitness equivalent of watching paint dry. Plus, they confuse cats. Elliptical ...Knocked up abroad: prenatal care and pregnancy advice in a foreign country
Feb 22nd, 2011 at 11:30AM: See part 1 of Knocked up abroad: getting pregnant in a foreign country here.
One of the best parts of my experience so far with pregnancy in a foreign country has been the excellent medical care I have in Istanbul. Like many other expats before me, as soon as I took a positive pregnancy test, I called up the American Hospital for an appointment. The hospital treats many foreigners each year, is ...Video of the Day: Laughter Yoga
Feb 13th, 2011 at 6:00PM:
Fitness is practiced differently wherever you head in the world, whether it's thousands running the New York City marathon, groups practicing Tai Chi in Hong Kong or in India, laughing yourself into shape with a hilarious technique called Laughter Yoga. According to technique's founder, Dr. Kadan Mataria of Mumbai, laughter is extremely good for health, encouraging deep breathing that is ...
Photo of the day (12.31.10)
Dec 31st, 2010 at 5:00PM:
It's New Year's Eve, a time to make (and eventually break) resolutions for the incoming year. Time to start exercising, cut down on junk food and alcohol, keep a journal longer than 2 weeks this time, etc. Even us at Gadling have some travel resolutions to keep. These girls on the sands of Tel Aviv, Israel are fitting in some yoga with their day at the beach and it looks like their friend on the ...Favorite hiking spots near Madrid
Oct 29th, 2010 at 11:30AM: While most people come Madrid to sample the cuisine and see the art museums, Spain has much more to offer. Just an hour from the capital Madrid is the Sierra de Guadarrama, a chain of rough mountains wreathed in pine forest. While the strange rock formations of La Pedriza are perhaps more impressive, the Sierra de Guadarrama is the favorite getaway spot for madrileños because it's so easy ...Jog at rest stops - Road trip tip
Aug 7th, 2010 at 1:44PM: When you pull into a rest stop to refresh, include a 3-5 minute jog or brisk walk.
It helps relieve the stiffness from sitting in the car and gets the blood pumping. It also provides children an opportunity to run and scream.
When you finish, do a quick stretch. Now you can be awake and alert for the road.
[Photo: Flickr | MikeBaird] ...Make time for yoga - Road trip tip
Aug 6th, 2010 at 3:02PM: When embarking on a road trip of a few days or more, plan ahead by finding local fitness classes you can take as you pass through a new city.
Rather than spend your time stretching at a boring rest stop, pop in for a 30 minute or 1 hour session at a yoga, pilates or fitness studio. You'll meet locals, get a feel for the town, and get that cooped-up car-feeling out of your system. Search for ...SkyMall Monday: Children's Gym Equipment
Aug 2nd, 2010 at 1:00PM: With summer in full effect, everyone is hyper-sensitive about how they look. It's been one of the hottest summers in decades, which means skimpier clothing and lots of time spent in bathing suits. And that means exposed skin and - sadly - exposed flaws. From beer bellies to muffin tops to hot dogs on the backs of people's necks, fat rears its ugly head in numerous unflattering ways. I'm not ...Workout with the locals - International travel tip
Jun 21st, 2010 at 11:03AM: I'm a black belt in Kenpo Karate and I hate missing a workout. The workouts keep me sane and balanced during periods of long travel. During one particularly long stint, I covered 22 countries in 18 month's time. At every stop, I asked the hotel concierge to book a karate program with the local master.
In Tokyo, I worked with Shorinji Kenpo in an elementary school; in Stockholm I worked out at ...SkyMall Monday: Trekdesk Treadmill Desk
May 31st, 2010 at 1:00PM: Things can get pretty hectic at the SkyMall Monday headquarters. Between testing SkyMall products, planning trips and spying on people using a tissue box, we never really have time to take care of ourselves. With summer bikini season right around the corner, we know that we need to start shedding the pounds and getting into shape for the beach, pool and large puddles. Finding time to exercise is a ...Photo of the Day (3.21.2010)
Mar 21st, 2010 at 6:00PM:
It's amazing something as boring as a run on the beach could look so beautiful. Flickr user NigelDurrant captured this masterful shot of a few runners in Barbados. I love the sense of movement, the symmetry and long pencil-thin shadows stretched in the sand. Wonderful.
Have any great photos you'd like to submit for Gadling's Photo of the Day? Submit your best shots here. ...How to lose weight on a cruise - Cruise tip
Mar 15th, 2010 at 2:56PM: Avoid the elevators, and use the stairs.
Ships have lots of decks with lots of stairwells – and stairs. But don't think of them as stairs; think of them as giant, sea-going step-climbers.
Bonus: These step-climbers are carpeted and surrounded by museum-quality art! ...Free workouts coming to a hotel room near you
Feb 25th, 2010 at 11:00AM: Being on a vacation doesn't mean you should neglect your workout. Put down the bag of potato chips and candy bars that are calling to you from the hotel mini-bar, and turn on the TV for a quickie workout, thanks to new programming from The Hotel Networks.
The television programming company has teamed up with ExerciseTV to provide free workout videos in hotel rooms at Hyatt, Marriott, Fairmont, ...Four tips for staying healthy on a road trip
Jan 30th, 2010 at 12:30PM: Finding the willpower to eat healthy while traveling is hard enough when you have access to fresh markets and cooking utensils. It becomes even more of a challenge when you're on a road trip, trapped in a car for hours on end, with nothing but fast food restaurants and greasy spoon diners for roadside dining options. But with a little planning, a little extra time, and a lot of self-control, you ...Six ways for road warriors to stay in shape
Oct 27th, 2009 at 2:00PM: Business travel can be brutal on your body. One night, you're out with clients, sipping that extra cocktail and scarfing down dessert – you don't want your client doing these things alone. The next day, you stuff fistfuls of French fries into your mouth between meetings and devour a fast food "snack" as midnight is closing in. The project needs to stay on track, so you eat what you can while ...SkyMall Monday: Powerlung
Sep 14th, 2009 at 1:00PM: I am not what many would call fit. Sure, I look thin enough. I go hiking and kayaking and, on occasion, I even drink juice. I do leave the SkyMall Monday headquarters from time to time to burn a calorie or two. But I also sweat when I get out of bed. I get winded taking the elevator. And I like my ham wrapped in bacon. In other words, I'm your typical American. So, I recently decided that I need ...Boot camp yourself to wedding-dress thin
Mar 4th, 2009 at 12:00PM: Any man should know better than to talk about women and weight ... especially when it comes to fitting into a wedding dress. But, this idea is interesting enough that I'm willing to risk my safety. Live in Fitness Enterprises has put together "The Bridal Retreat," which is not as innocuous as it sounds. If you're worried about looking good for your groom in a two-piece on the honeymoon or need to ...SkyMall Monday: Springflex UB
Feb 9th, 2009 at 1:00PM: No doubt, many of you check in on SkyMall Monday while you are at the office. You're taking a break from your hectic workday to learn about the latest innovations coming from our favorite catalog. But consider how much time you're spending at your desk. You're tucked into your cubicle and immobile all day. Your spare tire is growing. Your saddlebags are sagging. You're slowing dying. And if you ...Start exercising while you're on vacation
Nov 30th, 2008 at 10:30AM:
Walking or cycling are the best cardio exercises while you are on vacation. That's the first exercise tip on this video I came across while I was looking for the video on the Push-up Bandit in Santa Monica. The recommendation is to put your car keys away. As the narrator states, bicycling and walking on vacation offer a close-up experience of your surroundings. Considering that this is the ...
