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Calf and Ankle Stretching Workout for Shin Splints

Coach Nicole of SparkPeople.com leads you through a short (3-minute) routine of lower legs stretches for the calves and ankles. These stretches are great for people with tight calves or weak ankles in general, but may also help prevent and … Continue reading

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Lower Body Stretching Workout on a Mat

Coach Nicole of SparkPeople.com leads you through a short (3-minute) routine of lower body stretches for the legs (quads, hamstrings, calves) and butt (glutes) that you can do while lying on the floor. Duration : 0:3:32

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SparkPeople Swimsuit Bootcamp – Day 4 Workout

This workout is part of SparkPeople’s 7-Day Swimsuit Bootcamp Program (Day 4 of 7). Join the fun (it’s free!) here: http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/fitness_articles.asp?id=1102 In this video, Coach Nicole of SparkPeople.com leads you through an unconventional core routine using mostly standing exercises. This … Continue reading

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20 Minute Dumbbell Workout

In this video, Coach Nicole, along with SparkPeople employees Tanya and Grant, demonstrate three intensity levels: beginner, intermediate, and advanced. Using your body weight and dumbbells as resistance, you can cater this workout to your own fitness level, working every … Continue reading

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Cheap, Portable Resistance Band Workout for Upper Body

In this video, Coach Nicole of SparkPeople.com will lead you through a series of exercises to work out your arms (biceps and triceps), chest, back and shoulders in just 7 minutes! Resistance bands help build strength and muscle tone. They’re … Continue reading

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10 Minute Jump Rope Cardio Workout

Coach Nicole of SparkPeople.com leads you through a short jump rope cardio (aerobic) exercise routine that you can do at home, at the office or when traveling on the road. Try it with or without a jump rope! Duration : … Continue reading

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Lower Body (Hips, Glutes & Thighs) Workout

Coach Nicole of SparkPeople.com leads you through a short (6 minute) exercise routine that will help you tone up your thighs, hips and butt. No equipment necessary! Duration : 0:6:34

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SparkPeople Swimsuit Bootcamp – Day 5 Workout

This workout is part of SparkPeople’s 7-Day Swimsuit Bootcamp Program (Day 5 of 7). Join the fun (it’s free!) here: http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/fitness_articles.asp?id=1102 In this video, Coach Nicole of SparkPeople.com leads you through a short (10-minute) lower body toning routine that will … Continue reading

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174. Exercise, Weight Loss & Consumer Reports

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SparkPeople Swimsuit Bootcamp – Day 2 Workout

This workout is part of SparkPeople’s 7-Day Swimsuit Bootcamp Program (Day 2 of 7). Join the fun (it’s free!) here: http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/fitness_articles.asp?id=1102 In this video, Coach Nicole of SparkPeople.com leads you through a short (10-minute) lower body toning routine that will … Continue reading

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