Best Fitness Junkies

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Whether it be running, cycling, raising those dumbbells, or pushing through high-intensity workouts, physical activity is one of the best methods of promoting one’s overall well-being. Although there is an abundance of personal trainers, fitness instructors, and health coaches inspiring students to achieve their goals, not every fitness lover is certified.

 

Here are our top fitness junkie picks:

Below is our list of top fitness junkies. They offer tips for taking that first step into exercising, advice for specific physical activities, and, of course, motivation that will get anyone up and moving.

 

Third Shift Fit

Third Shift Fit

Rachael is an avid fitness guru as she loves to compete in bodybuilding. She also loves to look great, feel great and eat well. She is also a registered nurse, so she knows much about diet, health and exercise. Hence, the title of her blog, the third shift, is a direct reference to her work schedule. She works nights hence the title of her blog. Rachael has fit working 12 hour shifts into her lifestyle. When she adds her gym time before or after her shift, she is away from home for as long as 15 hours at a stretch. With such as schedule and a need and desire to eat healthy, she's invented many recipes that easily fit into her lifestyle. She chooses to eat a lot of vegetables for their many health properties and had posted many recipes on her blog. As someone who works out regularly and had, Rachael incorporates a significant amount of protein into her diet in the form of lean meat and protein shakes. Her recipes often include chicken, artichokes, spinach and cheese that are far from bland or boring.

Tess Agnew

Tess Agnew

Tess Agnew started the FitBits blog to inspire others tapping into endorphins to get fit. She is a This Girl Can Ambassador and definitely believes in the power of the positive. She recently made the decision to become a freelance writer. "Take the leap and the net will appear" is her philosophy in life and it has proven to work for her. She is so busy writing up a storm for others that she only has time to post an occasional blog post on FitBits. However, those blogs, no matter how rare they may be, are powerful. She inspires others on the journey of fitness and weight loss to make healthy choices. Most importantly of all, her positive energy and attitude about life is enough to motivate others to go for it. Tess has experienced ups and downs like everyone else. She was a smoker and knew that it was a bad habit that had to stop. She says her life truly began when she put smoking behind her. At that point, she embraced fitness to feel good and have fun at the same time. Her blogs are filled with her experiences and advice about food, various types of exercise, and new trends. She's a bright light for others who are searching for guidance when it comes to being empowered about their bodies. Tess is a leader who has tapped into the liberation of doing what she wants and feeling good about herself along the way. She encourages others to do the same.

Brighton, England
All Out Effort

All Out Effort

The All Out Effort blog revolves around the importance of fitness. It's about providing the proper education for those who are interested in fitness in order to have the proper mindset. People need to understand that being fit should not focus on appearances, but rather the strength and well-being of the body. People need to embrace new habits if they want to optimize their efforts. If true fitness is going to occur, it is going to take an all out effort to get the best results. Sam Yang posts regularly on his award-winning blog site to help others on their journey to being the best that they can be. He gives advice on a wide variety of topics related to fitness, including staying healthy while traveling, having the proper mindset about weight loss, and how to make everyday a good day. Sam offers others simple tips that can make a world of difference in improving their well-being, such as simplifying life and understanding how hormones can affect how food is metabolized by the body. Becoming fit isn't easy. It is a challenge, but it is also the most rewarding thing that a person could do. The All Out Effort blog is here to help people to learn more about their bodies and the positive impact of fitness in order to reach their personal goals. Sam Yang's insights provide practical advice that can easily be put into action for anyone. When you go all out, amazing things can happen in your life.

Los Angeles, CA
Lisa Runs for Cupcakes

Lisa Runs for Cupcakes

Lisa is a young mother with a strong interest in running and fitness. Her weakness, in addition to her military husband and daughter, are cupcakes. She enjoys running marathons, whether it be a half marathon or part of a 200 mile relay race. She loves running to stay fit. Her successful and oft viewed blog has earned many national brand supports on her site and for her to personally use and review. They include NUUN, Roadrunner, and Sports Flask. The intent of her blog is to encourage others to get up and run, or simply do a physical activity that they enjoy. Any exercise is good for the body and people need to find a passion and a reward for it. In Lisa's case, it's cupcakes. When she's not running she works as a social worker for military families. This is another way Lisa helps others in her community. Her life's passion is her military work, her family, running and cupcakes. In order to incorporate the latter into a healthy lifestyle, running has been her passion. Lisa loves to introduce others who may be interested in running to join her and encourages them to sign up for marathons. It's not about winning, but the act of participating that makes it fun.

Sports and Functional Training

Sports and Functional Training

The Sports and Functional Training blog provides people with a site where they can go when they are ready for a body transformation. It offers tips about weight training, fitness, and martial arts. There are many paths to fitness and this blog is a source of motivation for anyone who wants to push their bodies to the limit. Whether you are hardcore into exercise or you are just beginning the journey, there is sure to be something that can help you to get to the next level when you go to the Sports and Functional training blog. One of the best mottos of the site tells you that you have an inner athlete whether you know it or not. With the proper guidance, you can unleash the potential inside of you. Learn tips about cross fit, MMA, and fitness in general. The site offers you a practical approach that can help you put best exercise practices into action. If you are just beginning your workout sessions, you can find your starting point to help you make it to the finish line when it comes to honing your body into a lean, mean machine. If you are already a fitness fanatic, you can advance to the next level and allow your body to rise to your level of expectations. The Sports and Functional Training blog gives you a resource that you can apply to your own life without having to set foot into a gym. If you have the equipment, you can take charge of your fitness from home.

Kari Saitowitz

Kari Saitowitz

Kari Saitowitz is the CEO and Founder of Fhitting Room Company. Before she founded Fhitting Room, Kari Saitowitz was the Pepsi-Cola Company Marketing Executive. Kari Saitowitz worked in the company focusing on developing brand equity for the powerful brands and launching new innovative products and brands. Kari Saitowitz left the world of bubbles and boardrooms to enter the world of sleepless nights and diapers half a decade ago. This was the time when Kari Saitowitz was introduced to High-Intensity Trainings Company to work on her weight loss for pregnancy. Kari Saitowitz was not one of the people who love exercising. However, she was blown by the results of the training sessions emotionally and physically. Moreover, she began to feel the fun moments that lightened up her mind. While all her friends went out to the fitness studios to enjoy barre, pilates, and yoga methods, Kari Saitowitz was consumed in the intensity workouts.

New York, New York
Shrinkinguy Fitness

Shrinkinguy Fitness

Shrinkinguy Fitness isn't the kind of professional blog run by a fitness fanatic, but instead tells the story of an ordinary man who was facing a series of health problems and wanted to change. Tim openly admits that his obesity and sedentary lifestyle brought him to a point in his life at which he had to choose continuing life as usual, which included being partnered with an oxygen tank, or seeking a natural way back to health. Working with a personnel trainer, Tim learned how to set and obtain goals through healthy eating and daily workouts. Through the next eight months, he lost an average of two pounds per week, eventually bringing his overall weight down by 76 pounds. That experience led Tim to launch Shrinkinguy Fitness and to pursue a new lifestyle as a fitness guru in his own right. He has since started listening to fitness podcasts to keep up on new trends and new techniques for managing weight and building muscle. Tim has even hosted the Men's Health 52-day Challenge, a recent competition designed to help men everywhere achieve their physical fitness goals.

Cuckoolemon

Cuckoolemon

Cuckoolemon is a blog run by Nicole, a wellness enthusiast with a devoted interest to fitness and nutrition. She freely admits that she doesn't possess a competitive edge or the courage to travel the public speaking circuit, but she does have an ambitious interest in sharing what she learns about fitness, nutrition, and living a happy and healthy life. While Cuckoolemon may be a new addition to the world of fitness blogs, Nicole is already making a name for herself. She has been featured as a guest blogger on a number of websites, including the online versions of Bravo TV and NY Post. Additionally, Nicole has written fitness articles for ESPN and Fitness magazines. Cuckoolemon has been selected for entry in a number of lists, such as Diet To Go's "Top 100 Inspirational Weight Loss Bloggers" and "Top 25 Fitness Bloggers to Follow in 2017," which was published in a recent edition of Home Fitness Equipment. Cuckoolemon's inclusion in so many fitness-related lists may have something to do with Nicole's unique approach. Not satisfied with typical workouts, she shares her adventures with readers that includes hiking in the Andes, Rappelling in Ecuador, and surfing in Sayulita, Mexico.

New York City, NY
The Life in Bloom

The Life in Bloom

The Life in Bloom is the fitness, healthy living, healthier recipe, and gymnastics blog of blogger Britni, who often goes by the informal name of Brit in her posts. Britni is married with three children. After a surgical procedure, Britni found that it was very difficult for her to lose the weight she gained because of her medical condition. Life in Bloom became a way for her to share her weight loss and fitness journey. Her favorite workout methods include barre, hiking, kettlebells, and Zumba. Britni’s daughter Gabbi is the gymnast of the family, and some of Life in Bloom’s sponsored posts display the leotards, hair bows, and other gymnastics clothing that Gabbi wears for her routines.

Pacific Northwest
Christina El Moussa

Christina El Moussa

Christina El Moussa is a well-known T.V. personality and real estate agent who, despite having a busy life, prioritizes her health habits. She keeps her diet simple, never consuming fried or fast food. She also takes time to try out new healthy recipes and cooking techniques. Additionally, Christina turns many of her daily activities into a workout. She enjoys walking, yoga, and standup paddle-boarding. For all of those who maintain a busy schedule, Christina is definitely someone to take tips from.