Random Fitness Wisdom: Installment #2

It's been a few months since my last installment of "Random Fitness Wisdom" and I always enjoy writing these posts.  My inner introvert loves to think deeply, secluded from everyone (a la Harper Lee).  I also feel free to ramble on a few unrelated topics that don't always make for a full post (a la Billy Madison).

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The Myth of Toning

Of all the fitness jargon that’sused on a daily basis, there’s one word I absolutely CANNOT stand.  Nope,it’s not “Crossfit,” nor is it “cardio.”  Today, I’ve got my crosshairs onthe word “toned.”

Getting toned is a myth.  Plain and simple.In fact, the best way to break down this word is to look at what it actuallymeans: building muscle and losing fat.

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