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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.

Black Rice: More Antioxidants Than Blueberries
January 13, 2011 – 4:30 am | 4 Comments
Black Rice: More Antioxidants Than Blueberries

Black rice is a great antioxidant with a nutty flavor. It’s a good alternative for winter nutrition and it’s cheap!

Are We At the Tipping Point for Obesity?
January 12, 2011 – 4:30 am | 7 Comments
Are We At the Tipping Point for Obesity?

I believe we’ve reached the peak of the obesity epidemic in the U.S. Here’s why.

Brown Bag Wednesdays!
January 11, 2011 – 4:30 am | 5 Comments
Brown Bag Wednesdays!

Wednesdays are Brown Bag Lunch Day. Join me!

Twitter Party! All About Fitness and Happy Bodies
January 10, 2011 – 4:30 am | No Comment
Twitter Party! All About Fitness and Happy Bodies

I’m hosting a Twitter party with other great fitness peeps on Thursday January 13th at 8:00 pm ET. Come join us and win prizes, sponsored by Arctic Ease.

“The 4-Hour Body”: Thoughts on the First Week
January 9, 2011 – 12:00 pm | 129 Comments
“The 4-Hour Body”: Thoughts on the First Week

I just completed the first week of the 4-Hour Body plan from Tim Ferriss. The supplements, the thermogenics, the food, and the workout; I talk about it all.

Finding Your Fitness Groove: What Should You Do?
January 7, 2011 – 4:30 am | 5 Comments
Finding Your Fitness Groove: What Should You Do?

Sometimes it’s hard to figure out what type of exercise you should do. Here are a few questions to ask yourself to help you come up with some great options.

Kenneth Tong, Simon Cowell, and Managed Anorexia
January 6, 2011 – 5:38 pm | 41 Comments
Kenneth Tong, Simon Cowell, and Managed Anorexia

Kenneth Tong believes you’re either a size zero or you’re fat. Do you agree?

Jillian Michaels Confirms the New Trainers for “Biggest Loser”
January 5, 2011 – 10:52 pm | 2 Comments
Jillian Michaels Confirms the New Trainers for “Biggest Loser”

Jillian Michaels confirms that Cara and Brett are this season’s new trainers in this video clip.