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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.

Worst Blog Post Ever
September 30, 2011 – 7:00 am | 10 Comments
Worst Blog Post Ever

This is what I write when I’m tired, burned-out and truly have nothing to say. Oh yeah and the grammar is awful too. Don’t look, seriously … you could get hurt.

Build a Better Butt: Leg Workout Exercises That Work
September 29, 2011 – 7:00 am | 4 Comments
Build a Better Butt: Leg Workout Exercises That Work

This little series of exercises is fast, simple, and will leave you sashaying in your skinny jeans. Lots of ideas to choose from to sculpt your bum.

Effective Downtime: Why True Rest is a Necessity
September 28, 2011 – 7:00 am | 2 Comments
Effective Downtime: Why True Rest is a Necessity

True rest, we need it. Here are some ideas from cheap and easy to elaborate and rewarding.

Set Your Goals Now! The Reverse New Year’s Resolution
September 27, 2011 – 7:00 am | 4 Comments
Set Your Goals Now! The Reverse New Year’s Resolution

Don’t wait until January; set some goals now and ring in the New Year in a happier place.

Use Sugar to Fight Sugar Cravings
September 26, 2011 – 7:00 am | 3 Comments
Use Sugar to Fight Sugar Cravings

If we let sugar levels drop in our body, we’ll be craving cupcakes like no one’s business. Here’s how to avoid the cascade of events that lead you to junk food. It’s not about willpower, it’s about metabolism.

Blame Your Genes for Being a Couch Potato
September 23, 2011 – 7:00 am | No Comment
Blame Your Genes for Being a Couch Potato

Can a gene pre-determine if you are a couch potato? One study suggests this is exactly the case. How can we overcome it?

Childhood Obesity: Don’t Just Blame the Parents
September 22, 2011 – 7:00 am | 14 Comments
Childhood Obesity: Don’t Just Blame the Parents

It’s easy to stand there and blame parents for their kids being overweight. But the issues are far more complex than that. I’m sick of people pointing fingers and feeling superior. How about we do something useful instead?

Vegetarian Food Plate
September 21, 2011 – 7:00 am | 5 Comments
Vegetarian Food Plate

The USDA recently came out with a food plate but it didn’t mention anything if you are vegan or vegetarian. I found a plate that does. Here are some guidelines for going veg.