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Quick Tips on Avoiding Germs
Posted by: Karen Bobos, MSed - December 4, 2012Germs, Germs … Everywhere! I bet you wouldn’t guess that your personal items such as cell phones, computers and purses are hot spots for germs and bacteria to thrive. Well, skinny followers, it’s true. Germs and bacteria are EVERYWHERE. Don’t get me wrong, some bacteria is good and helps with our immunity. However, the […]
Read MoreWings, Thighs, & Legs Thanksgiving Workout
Posted by: Karen Bobos, MSed - November 19, 2012Prepare for the Big Event . . . Thanksgiving Dinner! Follow these 5 Exercises to Get You in the Best Shape for Thanksgiving! 1) Pilgrim Shuffle Shuffle twice and drive the knee into your center. Focus on your breathing during this warm up! Perform 10 times each direction. […]
Read MorePack your Breakfast with Vegetables
Posted by: Karen Bobos, MSed - November 12, 2012Green Eggs and Ham…Not Exactly! Pancakes, waffles, bagels and toast (don’t forget the coffee!) This is what breakfast usually looks like for most people whether they are enjoying brunch with friends on Sunday or racing out the door to catch the el. Yes, these breakfast items are quick, convenient and oh so delicious…but […]
Read MoreShould You Exercise When You Feel Sick?
Posted by: Karen Bobos, MSed - September 19, 2012Use the Below-The-Neck-Test It’s Cold & Flu Season, Oh Joy! Feeling a little under-the-weather? Wondering if you should exercise? Try the “Below-the-Neck-Test,” which I define as, If you are feeling sick below the neck, don’t exercise. If you have a head cold, choosing to exercise is really up to you on how […]
Read More“Fit In Your Jeans” Fall Fitness Challenge
Posted by: Karen Bobos, MSed - August 19, 2012To Get a New Wardrobe, or Not to Get a New Wardrobe? That is the Question! It’s amazing how those pounds and inches keep creeping and creeping up. Did you know that the average American gains 10 pounds a decade? Yikes! It’s so funny because we all act like “How did the heck […]
Read More2 Personal Training Sessions for $150
Posted by: Karen Bobos, MSed - July 16, 2012Still planning on getting in better shape this summer? Kb Fitness Solutions, Inc. is here to help! New clients are now able to purchase 2 one hour personal training sessions for only $150! Get your package now as this offer is only available until June 30, 2013. Service polices apply. There are a few months left […]
Read MoreCh-Ch-Ch-Chia.. Seeds That Is!
Posted by: Karen Bobos, MSed - July 9, 2012We all remember the chia pets that were big in the 80’s where they had anything from animal chia pets to sports stars faces. I mean who would not want Michael Jordan’s face as a chai pet… I think I had three at home. But now, the chia seeds are causing a media buzz! […]
Read MoreNavigating a Farmer’s Markets
Posted by: Karen Bobos, MSed - May 24, 2012There are many things I love about Chicago in the spring and summer and, to be honest, if I say some of them out loud, I will look like a huge dork! However, one that I feel extremely comfortable talking about is my love for farmers markets. The sad thing is, I will walk around them […]
Read MoreIs That Bacteria in my Reusable Grocery Tote?
Posted by: Karen Bobos, MSed - May 9, 2012We all love our reusable grocery bags and I know I am not the only one that cringes when I see someone carrying their groceries home in their plastic bags that will end up in the trash somewhere! However, did you ever wonder if there are bacteria in your reusable tote or how much […]
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