All selections approved by the recipient of best dog Halloween outfit 2018.
The DAO Weekly Hot List
Here’s what HOT this week in the fitness world.
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With the right gear and right attitude, you can still be active in cooler weather. Photo by Alex Vans-Colina
The DAO of Cool Weather Workouts
Whether you still want to avoid gyms during the pandemic or are just sick of working out at home, working out outside has a lot of benefits. It’s a natural…
You can get a lot of mileage and HIIT workouts from a kettlebell, both at home in the gym. Photo by Ambitious Creative Co. - Rick Barrett
DAO Weekly Hot List
Every week we give you a roundup of some of the coolest nutrition and workout trends. Even though summer is over, I am all about this Halloumi life! Halloumi is…
Don't feel bad about that extra cookie! Read DAOFitLife.
Weekly roundup: Therapy in a nutshell, berry parfait
Here is my regular roundup of interesting articles, workouts and recipes.
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Washing your hands gets all the attention, but washing your face properly is just as important! Photo by Audrey Fretz
Weekly roundup: setting boundaries, wash your face right
Here is my regular roundup of interesting articles, workouts and recipes. RECIPES AVAILABLE HERE Customizable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Links Customizable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Template…
You can hit the trails and participate in meetinsg - if you can navigate the who, what and how.
The DAO of Zoomwalking
As we have lived into our somewhat new normal where everyone has had to make lifestyle shifts back and forth and back and forth again, with ever changing headlines- one shining light that has come through is the power of walking- specifically– walking meetings! With the magic of Zoom, Google Hangouts, and Microsoft Outlook and especially the features of their respective apps itself and the like, we can now, more than ever- be able to meet our obligations without sacrificing our literal and figurative backs.
Check out my first Youtube video (but cut me some slack – I am an amateur!)
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You can change up your ab workouts by incorporating extra equipment, like plates or heavy books. Photo by Victor Freitas
Weekly roundup: Kelp for the win
RECIPES AVAILABLE HERE Customizable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Links Customizable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Template Google Sheet Downloadable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Template Excel DocumentPrintable…
Stretching is not optional. Photo by Bradley Dunn
How to maximize results from your workout*
The time we spend even making time to workout is precious. So you don’t want to waste your time. I combed the internet and consulted with Neda Khalili, a veteran Equinox trainer, to get you the complete guide. You can find all of the videos in the DAOFitLife playlist if you want to watch them after reading the article.
*Peer reviewed and co-authored by Neda Khalili, NASM certified trainer
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Get the perfect equipment for your home and travel gym in this week's update. Photo by Kelly Sikkema
DAOFitLife Weekly Update – August 11
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Galaxy loves tasty snacks! Here are some faves.
DAOFitLife Weekly Update – August 4
Here is my weekly roundup of fitness and food faves.
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Galaxy has experienced firsthand the experience of overtraining. Do not forget rest days!
DAOFitLife Weekly Update – July 28
RECIPES AVAILABLE HERE Customizable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Links Customizable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Template Google Sheet Downloadable DAOFitlife Meal Plan and Grocery List Template Excel DocumentPrintable…
One good tip for staying cool is to find and memoraize the shady areas where your usual routes are. Also the O2 from the trees will cool you down! Photo by Stanislav Vlasov
The DAO of hot weather walking
One of the few silver linings of this pandemic was that it made walking cool again. Power walking was no longer just for the neighborhood grandparents; it was THE way to get cardio and regain our sanity. And surprisingly, lean out! I could not believe what a huge difference walking made in my ability to feel less stress. Within 6 months, I had lost 7 pounds WITHOUT the gym. Walking is an incredible exercise for even strengthening all those little joints and ligaments that you may not even be aware of and how all of the muscles of your body are truly working in unison to move your body through space—- and it is low impact, low equipment, and free!
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Playing with your pup can lower cortisol. Be sure to catch my article on that!
DAOFitLife Update – Week of July 21
This week, I am going to focus on summer snacks! Given how hot it is outside, I think sometimes we just want to have a satisfying snack rather than a…
Photo by Tron Le
The DAO of Fitness on Vacations
How do you take your well deserved vacation and still stay on track for your fitness goals? The DAO guide follows.
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CEO of DaoFitLife Galaxy is flabbergasted by the possibility of collagen already being baked into a green tea matcha drink. No more clumps!
Week of July 7 -DAOFitLife update
This week, I talk about what I am obsessed with, from morning collagen Matcha to fitness themed shows and good workout soundtracks. What I’m obsessed with this week Foodwise, I…
Galaxy, our CEO, has requested that each of my weekly roundups include a cute pic of her as the face of our brand. I wasn't really in a position to argue, even if she's not exactly a beacon of motivation for getting to the gym.
Week of June 30 – DAO Meal and Exercise Plan Update
This week, I have completed my shopping list collection for now with my Safeway and Costco guide. One way I love to get NEAT in is to grocery shop in…
Did you know crunches are one of the worst ways to get a six pack (and can even harm your spine)? Read on to find out how to get that definition safely. Photo by Jonathan Borba
The DAO of Abs*
So let me ask you some questions. How many articles do you see that say, get a six-pack in 30 days? How many people do you see on the stretch…
The [solidcore] studio in the West End, Washington DC.
[solidcore] explained
Commonly referred to as “Pilates on Steroids,” [solidcore] is a cult favorite you may only hear of through word of mouth. This post explains [solidcore] – what to expect, how to get the best out of class, and why it’s become a must try workout.
(more…)Orange Theory, explained
If you are looking to get back into the swing of challenging workouts or just to try something new, Orange Theory is a good choice. This post will explain what it is, what the experience is like, and help you figure out if it is right for you.
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Rule #1 of bouncin back: Relax and take it easy! You don't have to take over the world every day. Photo by Kinga Cichewicz
How to bounce back from that post – wedding post-graduation weekend hangover
In my last DAOFitlife update I talk wed about going to a wedding this past weekend. When we checked into the hotel, I noticed that there were lots of people clearly going to weddings and graduations… and of course, it’s the season! But this season is unlike any other because we are all like lions being let of our COVID cage. And as I discovered , I was ravenous for life – and food. And it was EVERYWHERE.
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