Feeling Stressed Out? Get A Grip To Live Longer
Nov 04, 2013StefanyFit Tips
When it comes to relaxation, most people would think we RVers have it down. After all, RVing is relaxing in itself, right? Getting out, exploring the country…it’s an idyllic lifestyle others...
Debunking BMI: Better Ways to Determine Body Fat
Oct 28, 2013StefanyFit Tips
Here’s a photo of James, my husband. Here are some facts about James: 1. He has a body fat of 13%, according to his body fat test from the University of Utah. A body fat of 13% is quite low. 2....
Fit Tip for Bread Lovers: English Muffins Nutrition
Oct 19, 2013StefanyFit Tips
Ok, I admit it. I’m a recovering breadaholic. When a basket of bread arrives at our table, piping hot, and creating that yeasty aroma in the air…I just go nuts. I could eat the whole loaf. James...
Pretending to be Okinawans for the Day: A Centenarian Experiment
Oct 07, 2013StefanyFit Tips
Want to earn a triple digit birthday salutation? Well, so do I. I have long taken an interest in how to exercise my way into old age. I want to get up there in years and still be fit enough to...
RVer Exercise of the Week: The Fleetwoods
Sep 30, 2013StefanyFit Tips, Workouts
After being totally stumped on what in the world to call this strange (but fun!) exercise, I’ve decided to name exercise moves I’ve created here at The Fit RV after RVs that we love. Fleetwood is...
Welcome Fall: A Change of Seasons. A Fresh Start.
Sep 18, 2013StefanyFit Tips
It never fails. Every year in January, the fitness club where I work fills beyond capacity with new members. People with their shiny new Nikes and New Year’s resolutions flood the weight room. The...
5 Minute Warm-up Routine Before You Go Running. Or Hiking. Or Anything Cardio.
Sep 02, 2013StefanyFit Tips, Workouts
Before any challenging cardio workout, it’s important to get your muscles activated and move your joints with a pre-workout warm-up. This prepares your body for the demands you are about to place...
Post Run Stretch: 5k Training The Smart Way
Sep 02, 2013StefanyFit Tips, Workouts
Stretching after your 5k training workout is a great way to cool your body down and transition yourself back to normal. Since runners tend to get tight hamstrings and piriformis muscles, make sure...
Stiff & Sore Neck From Your RV Mattress? Two Steps to Relief!
Aug 21, 2013StefanyFit Tips
When I was contacted recently by a reader with a sore neck thanks to her RV mattress, I knew it was time to address this on the website. After all, we’ve all been there. Slept weird and then...
Exercises To Prevent Stiff & Sore Necks
Aug 21, 2013StefanyFit Tips, Workouts
It’s important to do regular exercises to strengthen your neck muscles. This will help your neck tolerate any strains you might unintentionally place on it, and prevent future neck aches. If...