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Kimberly Garrison, CPT, CYT, CNC

Certified: Personal Trainer, Yoga Teacher, Nutrition Consultant

Philadelphia, PA

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Whenever I start a new diet, I’m motivated for a week and then lose inspiration. Do you have any advice for staying motivated to continue a new diet or exercise routine?

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Kimberly Garrison, CPT, CYT, CNC (Certified: Personal Trainer, Yoga Teacher, Nutrition Consultant) answered

Maintaining motivation is often the most challenging part of a diet/exercise program. With that said, you have to maintain a clear vis...

I heard coconut water is a good cure for a hangover. It definitely tastes good, but what are really its nutritive properties?

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Kimberly Garrison, CPT, CYT, CNC (Certified: Personal Trainer, Yoga Teacher, Nutrition Consultant) answered

I doubt that it's a cure for hangovers. In fact, I think it's much ado about nothing. For proper hydration drink water, and eat ...

What are the 5 must-have things in your kitchen for weight loss?

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Kimberly Garrison, CPT, CYT, CNC (Certified: Personal Trainer, Yoga Teacher, Nutrition Consultant) answered

If you really want to get serious about weight loss purchase a food scale and weigh your food before you eat it. You'll be surprised b...

Is it just me or does it seem the larger butts are becoming more popular?

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Kimberly Garrison, CPT, CYT, CNC (Certified: Personal Trainer, Yoga Teacher, Nutrition Consultant) answered

Yes, in the U.S. larger butts are all the rage these days. However, an appreciation for larger behinds has always been the desired aes...

What are the best exercises to get long and lean?

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Kimberly Garrison, CPT, CYT, CNC (Certified: Personal Trainer, Yoga Teacher, Nutrition Consultant) answered

Honestly, there are no exercises that can make you long and lean. Long and lean people were born that way, just as some people are bor...

I'm overwhelmed by all the fitness shoes out there. Which do you recommend for just a basic workout?

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Kimberly Garrison, CPT, CYT, CNC (Certified: Personal Trainer, Yoga Teacher, Nutrition Consultant) answered

There is no basic fitness shoe. You should go to a reputable dealer that can properly fit you with the fitness shoes you'll need for your p...

Is it better to run on a treadmill or outdoors (in terms of knee impact, amount of energy you exert, etc.)?

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Kimberly Garrison, CPT, CYT, CNC (Certified: Personal Trainer, Yoga Teacher, Nutrition Consultant) answered

Both running on a treadmill and outdoors have their own unique advantages, so determining which is better depends on your objectives.

I just started going to the gym again. What’s a good workout for a beginner? I do 30 mins elliptical and 10 mins running on the treadmill.

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Kimberly Garrison, CPT, CYT, CNC (Certified: Personal Trainer, Yoga Teacher, Nutrition Consultant) answered

If you've been on a long hiatus from the gym it might be wise to get a checkup with your doctor first before you get started again.

What's the best way to get a flatter stomach?

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Kimberly Garrison, CPT, CYT, CNC (Certified: Personal Trainer, Yoga Teacher, Nutrition Consultant) answered

The best way to get a flatter stomach is an exercise I call table push-backs. That is, push baaack from the table and stop stuffing your fac...

I hate working out and just cannot force myself to get to the gym. Any advice?

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Kimberly Garrison, CPT, CYT, CNC (Certified: Personal Trainer, Yoga Teacher, Nutrition Consultant) answered

Hate working out--no problem. You never have to go to the gym to get a good workout, even if you live in the smallest apartment. The best pi...

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