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Unconventional Ways to Lose Weight

November 8, 2011

Staying in shape can be challenging, especially when your shins are torn up from jogging for years and your neck is permanently sore from all the sit-ups and crunches. While traditional workouts, like running and Pilates, are a great source of fitness, here are some recent ways exercise enthusiasts have …


Win A Custom Workout Mix

September 29, 2011

Win a 30 minute custom workout mix from GymDJ and all you have to do is… Become a fan of GymDJ on Facebook, if you’re not already. Post a comment on GymDJ’s Facebook page with a list of artist or groups you would like to hear on your mix. Tell your friends and family to [...]…


Working Out With Dairy

September 27, 2011

It’s well known that dairy products, such as milk and cheese, can provide essential benefits to our overall health. Containing high percentages of calcium, protein and vitamin D, dairy aids in maintaining strong bones, a damage-free dental smile and a fresh heart. The plaguing questions and further…


Plank Exercises

September 12, 2011

Plank exercises, while a sometimes grueling and everlasting 30 seconds, have unparalleled benefits. Aside from strengthening the core, planks increase flexibility, build shoulder and arm muscles, improve posture and provide tension and stress relief. So before you dismiss the torturous workout, try your …


Workout Playlist Part 2

August 21, 2011

Listed below are my songs (artists M through Z) that I will never skip over when they are played during a workout. What are some of your all time favorite workout songs? Revolver (One Love Club Remix) Madonna vs. David Guetta I’ve Got Friends – Manchester Orchestra  Misery – Maroon 5 H…


A Workout Playlist That Will Never Get Old

March 15, 2011

Listed below are my songs (artists A through L) that I will never skip over when they are played during a workout. What are some of your all time favorite workout songs? Medicate – AFI Burned Is The House – Alkaline Trio I Found Away – Alkaline Trio Becoming The Bull – Atreyu New …


Candence App BPM Contest

February 28, 2011

What Is Cadence App Cadence App is music management software that helps you create tempo specific playlists using your iTunes or iPhone, and they were generous enough to sponsor this contest on GymDJ. Rock their iPhone App while you workout or combine Cadence App with Nike GPS or Runkeeper Pro to map and…


Fast Food Nutrition Calculators

February 8, 2011

Eating right is hard. You have to watch what you foods you eat, limit the amount and / or remove delicious food from your diet all together. It is much easier to order a number two than it is to bake chicken and eat vegetables. Plus, fast food joints are everywhere and we are a [...]…


Random Workout Mix Vol. 1

December 19, 2010

A 55 minute 57 second random workout playlist from one of my previous trips to the gym. Do you like any of these tracks? …


Part of a Complete Breakfast

November 20, 2010

Breakfast is the best way to start your day. Eating breakfast increase your metabolic rate, how quickly you burn calories, and gets your body going. If you skip breakfast the body doesn't process your next meal as quickly and tries to hold nutrients. So lunch will stay with you longer instead of burning …


7 Types of People at the Gym

October 7, 2010

Listed below are seven types of people you may or may not have encountered at the gym. They are: 1.) Ma! Look at Me! The Ma! Look at me! types are begging for attention. They are the weight lifters that scream after every rep or drop the weights inducing a thunderous boom throughout the gym. [...]…


Chicago Monster Dash

September 15, 2010

I’m going to do it…I’m going to run another 5K this year. Earlier this year I ran the Warrior Dash, this time it’s the Monster Dash. The Monster Dash is a “great combination of Halloween fun with a fantastic run!” Runners can race in the 5K or Half Marathon, in costume. The award for crossing…



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