Bare Necessities


iStock_000010596722XSmall Find Your Passion in Fitness

January 4, 2010 by: Allison Stuart kaplan

So, it’s 2010, a new year, a new decade and once again, time to embark upon your new workout routine. Ladies, please control your enthusiasm. Although it would be exciting and definitely energizing, I seriously doubt that fireworks will start shooting off and horns will be blowing as you leap back into the gym, yoga ...Read More


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December 2, 2009 by: Allison Stuart Kaplan

There are no shortcuts or magic tricks to getting fit and staying fit.  Working out to be ” fit for your future” requires dedication, commitment, perseverance and letting go of our often gripping past .  One of my most influential teachers said it best. “Consistency of practice is the secret to success, consistency of ...Read More


lunge Lunge And Squat With Love!

November 12, 2009 by: Allison Stuart Kaplan

No question about it!  Squats and lunges are the holy grail of a steaming hot lower body workout.  With or without weights, they must be done.  If you genuinely desire to effectively tone and strengthen your butt and thighs you must LUNGE AND SQUAT!  You must learn to love or at least willingly accept the ...Read More


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September 2, 2009 by: Allison Stuart Kaplan

Many women don’t do pushups because they are afraid they can’t….really now, there is nothing to fear. There are only gains to be made. Read on!
Many women don’t do pushups because they think it isn’t feminine or sexy.  I happen to believe that women doing pushups, can be very sexy! Perhaps, GRUNTING while performing a ...Read More