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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.

Out There Workouts: Is How You Stay Fit a Little Weird?
August 26, 2011 – 7:00 am | 2 Comments
Out There Workouts:  Is How You Stay Fit a Little Weird?

Not everyone can slog away in a gym. There are a bunch of ways to stay fit and healthy. You just need to think outside of the box …

Getting Healthy Today
August 25, 2011 – 7:00 am | 3 Comments
Getting Healthy Today

Getting healthy starts with making tiny choices that add up. What’s your one thing for today to get healthy? Heck, you can even go for two things …

Fitness Blogging on Vacation
August 24, 2011 – 7:00 am | No Comment
Fitness Blogging on Vacation

When a fitness blogger goes on vacation what happens to her blog? What knowledge does she bring back for her readers?

Why Are Kids Fat? And How Can We Avoid It
August 22, 2011 – 7:00 am | 2 Comments
Why Are Kids Fat?  And How Can We Avoid It

We spend a lot of time worrying about obesity. If you cook for your family, here are some ideas that you can use immediately to be healthier. They work! I’ve used them all myself.

Food Day: Make a Statement about Real Food
August 19, 2011 – 7:00 am | One Comment
Food Day: Make a Statement about Real Food

Food Day is October 24th and we’d like you to join us to eat just a little more healthfully … Here’s how we can send a statement to Washington and have a great meal at the same time.

Recovering From an Injury: Do it the Smart Way
August 18, 2011 – 7:00 am | 4 Comments
Recovering From an Injury:  Do it the Smart Way

Leaping like a gazelle one moment and hobbling like a peg leg sailor the next. How do you recover from an injury and get back on the field? I have 5 tips to get you there.

Are Calories on Menus a Dud? It Appears So …
August 17, 2011 – 7:00 am | 7 Comments
Are Calories on Menus a Dud?  It Appears So …

A comprehensive study shows that calories per meal has actually increased in New York City since new guidelines have been put in place. Ugh.

Exercises with Foam Roller: Some Great Ab Moves!
August 16, 2011 – 7:00 am | 9 Comments
Exercises with Foam Roller:  Some Great Ab Moves!

These exercises on the foam roller are great for abs. I use them all the time in my Pilates studio.