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Research has proven that an integration of Chinese medicine into your lifestyle and diet will get you the results you have been looking for.
This week Kelly LaBrecque decided to test her self proclaimed lack of grace, and headed out on an adventure workout that takes Fit at Five to new heights.
My friends and I set a goal that we never thought that we could achieve...to run a half marathon.
We shook up their routine with the help of Personal Trainer Matt Jones. The goal was to take three different approaches to working out, and to see which method makes the biggest difference.
If you are a new mom looking to get in shape we have a workout for you that involves both mom and baby.
For Many of us playing a sport ends when you graduate school, but on the Fit at Five we show you that it doesn't have to.
So you need to lose weight. Where do you start? How do you take the first step?
On this Fit at Five we take a look at another popular New York City workout. It's Cardiolates.
NEW YORK (NEWS CENTER) -- For this Fit at Five we visited Crunch Gym to learn more about one of their latest workouts that everybody is talking about. It is Boing With Kangoo.
On this Fit at Five we show you a walking workout with a twist. It's Nordic Walking.
On this Fit at Five we take a behind the scenes look at an upcoming event. Lewiston Auburn's first ever duathlon.
On this Fit at Five we take a look at a dance that has been around since the 30's and 40's...Square Dancing.
On this Fit at Five we take a look at a food pyramid based on the idea that many diseases that we experience in America such as cardio vascular disease, stroke, and diabetes are related to inflammation.
Busy schedules always cut down on your flexibility to attend group classes. On the Fit at Five we show you one gym that leaves the scheduling power all up to you.
On this Fit at Five we show you a different form of yoga specifically for women that focuses on increasing blood flow and energy to specific areas.
On this Fit at Five one trainer shows us how different approaches to working out work through the use of applied functional science.
On this Fit at Five we go straight to the source...the chefs, and hear their advice on eating healthy while dining out.
On this Fit at Five we meet a man who is using his weight loss, and his friends support to raise money for a great cause.
On this Fit at Five we introduce you to a program that offers kids a positive path to improvement...with some helpful jabs along the way.
On this Fit at Five we take a look at a workout with quite a bit of history.
On this Fit at Five Personal Trainer and Nutritionist Chris Harris gives us some healthy recipes you can make for your Super Bowl party.
On this Fit at Five we check out a full body workout that has a little more to offer than just getting in shape.
January is snow sports month. A perfect time to get off the couch and learn to ski, snowshoe, and snowboard. In fact that is exactly what we are doing on this Fit at Five!
Many workouts are taking on a new twist with the infusion of circus arts.
On this Fit at Five we introduce you to a new workout tool that will help you get the most out of your workout in just a short amount of time. It is called the TRX Suspension Trainer.
On this Fit at Five we show you how something you used to love doing as a kid has now turned into a popular workout.
PORTLAND, Maine (NEWS CENTER) -- On this Fit at Five we take a look at some of the athletes who the crowds look to for high energy both on and off the court.
On this Fit at Five personal trainer Ryan Thomson shows us a circuit routine that will help boost your metabolism, and erase some of that holiday guilt.
On this Fit at Five we show you a workout that teaches kids healthy habits at a young age, and shows you that sometimes kids may be the best motivation for getting in shape.
On this Fit at Five we found a program that cuts your workout time in half! It shows you that it is not the amount of time you spend, but the effort you give that makes a difference.
On this Fit at Five nutritionist and personal trainer Christopher Harris shows us the right foods to fuel your body both before and after your workout.
In this Fit at Five we show you an interval circuit you can do at home. All you need is a jump rope.
On this Fit at Five we meet a physical education teacher who took dedication to a whole new level as he helped six high schoolers make some changes in their lives.
Nia, which stands for neuromuscular integrated action, started 25 years ago in California. It is just now gaining popularity in Maine.
On this Fit at Five we take a look at Gyrotonic and Gyrokinesis.
On this week's Fit at Five we take a look at some dance class suggestions that will get you moving and shaking.
Volleyball can provide a great workout. It gets you outdoors during the summer months, and if the sun isn't shining you can take your game indoors too.
On Sunday August 9th 600 women will be lining up at the SMCC campus for the 2nd annual Tri for a Cure.
On this Fit at Five we take a look at one hospital that's helping the community become more active, and educating them about making healthier choices free of charge.
The ancient form of yoga dates back over 5,000 years, and has so many different forms of the practice to choose from.
This Fit at Five features a workout that actually allows parents to get into shape with the newborns at their side.
On this Fit at Five we introduce you to a group fitness class that turns even the most inexperienced lifters into experts.
The class is so intense that it will push you to a level that is hard to achieve on a cardio machine.
On this Fit at Five we take a look at a program that is helping people who used to fear the gym...now look forward to their workouts.
On this Fit at Five we meet a group of ladies who have found that the strong bond of friendships, and having something in common may be the perfect ingredients to success.
The Maine Nutrition Council held a food budget challenge to prove that good nutrition is still possible in a tough economy. Three of our NEWSCENTER crews decided to take on this challenge.
A year and a half ago ten friends decided that is was time to help each other lose weight and get in shape. That was the start of the Hot Mamas Club.
It is easy to get wrapped up in all the latest workout trends, but some programs that have been around for year's are getting their own modern twist.
On this Fit at Five we meet a group of women who aren't afraid of adding some weights into their workout.
There are a lot of questions about fitness and nutrition...and a lot of myths. To help us sort is all out we have brought in some of the experts.
This Fit at Five we meet a group of men who make no excuses when it comes to working out.
The two men you are about to meet decided to kayak, bike, and run their way from Peaks Island to the end of the Boston marathon. They called in EpicMan.
On this Fit at Five we show you a how these high energy classes deliver strong results.
On this Fit at Five we found a sport that is not only a good workout for the body, but also great for the mind.
On this week's Fit at Five we meet two people who have learned how important it is not to over do it the hard way.
On this Fit at Five we feature a three part class that helps you say goodbye to workout boredom.
We are now into March, and hopefully your New Year's resolution to get in better shape is still going strong. This month we are turning our focus to the arms.
On this Fit at Five we will meet some people that are preparing for an event that celebrates winter sports. It is the first annual Pineland Winter Triathlon.
On this week's Fit at Five we have the class just for you. It is a unique class that uses mats, weights, and bands that you find in other classes. What takes this class to a whole new level is...a ballet bar.
It is not often that you get to meet the creator of a fitness program, but on tonight's Fit at Five we introduce you to Beto Perez.
Over the next few months we will be providing you with some helpful strength training moves to help you reach your goals. This month we are focusing on back and chest...
It's certainly not bathing suit season right now in Maine, but putting one on and jumping into the water is a great way to get ready for Summer days.
(NEWS CENTER) -- Winter sports offer a great opportunity to get back into activities we have loved doing ever since we were little. The best part is there is no age limit.
On this weeks Fit at Five we take you to a class known for its body sculpting.
If you are like most people who make their New Year's resolution to drop the pounds and get in shape...don't make the mistake of taking on too much too soon.
We met one man that was looking for that little added push in his routine, and ended up getting back so much more. Kelly LaBrecque has more.
It is supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year...but with busy schedules, and added stress many people turn to food for added comfort.
(NEWS CENTER) -- It's only been couple months into his weight loss journey, but for Rob LeClerc it's full speed ahead.
(NEWS CENTER) -- This Fit at Five is a perfect workout for cycling enthusiasts.
It's a tough two in one workout that also offers you the option to compete. For this Fit at Five we are going boxing.
For this Fit at Five segment we find out how we can make some of our holiday favorites healthier without sacrificing on taste.
(NEWS CENTER) -- Fit at Five introduces Bob Gould. Bob lost 70 pounds by breaking out of his old eating habits, changing his activities at work and starting a new excercise routine.
We continue out Fit at Five series with an all around workout that uses strength training, cardio, and also works the mind.
We continue our fit at series with some good music, good company, and moves that will challenge your body like no other workout.
Newscenter's Kelly LaBrecque shows us that just because you may be older, you can still have a ball with your workout.
This week on Fit at Five we meet the perfect example of what can happen when hard work and determination pays off.
We continue our Fit at Five series with a dance workout where it's not about being perfect, but more about letting loose and having fun.
POWNAL (NEWS CENTER) -- There is that crisp feeling in the air again, and the leaves are starting to turn.
This week for Fit At Five we are heading outdoors and going kayaking.
A gym workout oftem takes a back seat when faced with a medical issue.
Why not try out a more unconventional gym. This one will take you to new heights.
Many people jump back into a fitness routine and try to recreate what they used to do in high school. It's a perfect way to set yourself up for failure.
This week for our fit at five series we are turning social hour with friends into a workout hour.
This week Trainer Tess talks about making your workouts interesting but doing interval training.
When you are looking to kick your workout up a notch weights are always a great addition.
This week Trainer Tess talks about how important it is to mix it up.
Yoga is known for having great mental and physical benefits.
This week Trainer Tess talks about how important it is to find activities that you enjoy doing.
Cardio is a great way to help you get in shape, but what many people often forget is the importance of strength training.
We are in the lazy, hazy days of summer. But while you are outside enjoying the sunshine why not add a little exercise to your day.
(NEWS CENTER) -- During the summer months we often find ourselves watching what we eat a little more, and trying to be more active.
NEWSCENTER -- Trainer Tess' first tip talks about how someone that does not exercise on a regular basis can start out.
Trainer Tess Nappi shows us how to do pushups the right way. Not everybody can do a military pushup, and she shows us some great alternatives.
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