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Articles by Lisa Johnson

Lisa Johnson here. I've been a personal trainer since 1997, a Pilates instructor since 1998 and the owner of Modern Pilates since 1999. I'm hoping to give you some good ideas to get or stay in shape with a healthy dose of humor and reality. Thanks for joining me.

This is Why You’re Fat: Super Bowl Edition
February 3, 2012 – 7:00 am | One Comment
This is Why You’re Fat:  Super Bowl Edition

Did you know that Super Bowl Sunday is the 2nd highest day of calorie consumption every year? Here’s how to enjoy the game, and the food, and not feel bloated!

Outdoor Winter Training
February 2, 2012 – 10:08 am | No Comment
Outdoor Winter Training

The colder temperatures don’t mean you should stay glued to your couch. Winter workouts actually provide you with a whole different array of activities to choose from.

Spring Fashions Require Training Now: Are You Ready?
February 1, 2012 – 7:00 am | 2 Comments
Spring Fashions Require Training Now: Are You Ready?

Spring is coming and along with that some skin-baring fashions. Start now so you’ll look amazing by the third week of March!

10 Sane Tips for Fitness: ‘Cause Crazy Doesn’t Cut It
January 27, 2012 – 7:00 am | 5 Comments
10 Sane Tips for Fitness: ‘Cause Crazy Doesn’t Cut It

You do not have to slave away for hours at the gym to live a healthy lifestyle. These 10 sane tips will get you there.

Childhood Obesity Billboards: Do They Help or Harm?
January 26, 2012 – 5:56 pm | 4 Comments
Childhood Obesity Billboards: Do They Help or Harm?

The Georgia childhood obesity billboards are raising an uproar. Some want them taken down, others want to continue to talk about the problem. Who’s right?

Exercise Labels for Junk Food
January 26, 2012 – 7:00 am | 3 Comments
Exercise Labels for Junk Food

If you knew how far you’d have to run to burn off that bag of chips, would you still eat it? Here are some thoughts on labeling junk food in terms of exercise expenditure in addition to calorie content.

Why Form Matters When Exercising
January 25, 2012 – 11:30 am | 4 Comments
Why Form Matters When Exercising

Good form will give you optimal results when you’re training. Here’s how to get it!

6 Tips for Sane Snacking: Be Healthy and Ditch 580 Calories a Day
January 24, 2012 – 7:00 am | No Comment
6 Tips for Sane Snacking: Be Healthy and Ditch 580 Calories a Day

The average American is now adding an extra 580 calories a day onto their waistlines just from snacking. Here are six tips for how to snack well and avoid overeating.