Many exercisers want to know how to “trim the waist.” One great way to do this is with the side-to-side oblique move with the stability ball, which we demonstrate in yet another fabutastic video showing the right and wrong way to work this move! BYOB (Bring Your Own Ball)!!!

Obliques Side-to-Side Abs Exercise with the Stability Ball: Right and Wrong Way to “Trim the Waist”

Fun Fitness Solutions: Guest Post By Emma Franklin
Looking for fun fitness activities to get ready for summer? Join our guest poster from across the pond (no swimming required, though it’s a great activity too). Enjoy this take on training for a beach body. All United Kingdom spellings included free! Hmmm, is it possible to do a British accent whilst hula hooping?

Most Common Fitness Questions Relevant for Baby Boomers
After 3 decades each teaching fitness on 4 continents in 4 languages, Alexandra and I have had posed to us a lot of interesting fitness questions. As you might suspect, people all over the world have similar concerns and workout goals. And many of the questions repeat. Over time, generations, and borders. Over and over.
Can you guess which questions are the most common?

This Baby Boomer is Blooming: Guest Post by Mary McManus
From paralytic polio as a child to yoga teacher as a boomer woman, Mary McManus runs marathons and is now a certified yoga teacher. And a poet! Did we mention that she was also diagnosed with a progressive neuromuscular disease in 2006? Read to discover how Mary has dealt with life’s challenges (hint: Smiling is obviously part of the deal)!

Want Oscar-Worthy Abs? Right and Wrong Way to do Crunches on the Stability Ball
If you want look as good in your evening gown as the Oscar winners did, you’ll want to tone your abs up properly. With that in mind, we have a video that shows 3 tips for doing crunches the right way on a stability ball, and the 3 most common mistakes. Bonus: A strong core will help you keep your balance in case you trip on your dress on the way up the stairs!

Special Mind/Body Collections for Special Boomers
Want to improve both your body and mind courtesy of thought leaders? Does the idea of getting physically and mentally stronger, and more vibrant as you age sound appealing? Take a moment to check out the Special Collections we put together for you at GaiamTV. Which of the three appeals to you most?

3 Exercises You Never Have to Do Again after 2012
We must, we must, we must build up our bust…and shoulders, and glutes. But not with ineffective exercises. As we say goodbye to 2012, it’s also time to say goodbye to a few of the more common, yet useless, exercises that are more myth than muscle.

Holiday Fitness Gift List
Super Shopping or Super Stressful? The holidays can be both. And they can also be much more. Giving. Gratitude. Guests. Good deals too! Your fitness and health should stay front and center during this season. In the spirit of combining your healthy lifestyle with the desire for finding quality gifts, we offer this list of 5 products that promote an active, healthy life!

Lunges to Shape the Tush and Lower Body: Right & Wrong Way
Lunges are the second-most popular exercise (after squats) for toning the glutes, lower body and core, plus they’re great for improving balance. But how do you know if you’re doing them effectively? The BEST way to do lunges is to…

Sleep Your Way to A Better Brain & Body
When you’re asleep, numerous good things happen to your mind and body, such as increased memory, creativity, weight loss and problem solving. Most importantly, that’s when the tooth fairy brings surprises!


