Free Fitness App! For a Limited Time Only

With 2012 around the corner now is the time to commit to a healthier life and stick to it! In spirit of the holiday season Living Jade is offering a free fitness application in hopes of promoting a healthier 2012. Jade of Spades is now free on the app store until January 3, 2012 after this promotion Jade of Spades can be purchased for $1.99 in the app store.

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Happy Holidays From Living Jade!

Hope everyone is having a wonderful holiday season & staying fit! Keep in mind the new year is around the corner - the perfect time to get on track with your training. Set goals and stick with them. Try Jade of Spades and create a workout routine that works for you! No excuses. Have a wonderful holiday!

Hotel Workout Routine - Pool Side in Jamaica!

I'm celebrating Christmas in Jamaica with my family. Due to the sudden passing of my sister Rebecca, a few months ago, this is a unique and difficult holiday for my family. Nonetheless I'm still prioritizing my health and fitness - I typically have the best workouts while on vacation! Today's workout with my sister Keris, (while my brother swims laps in the pool) focuses on total body plus cardio!

Pool Side Hotel Workout
10 flights of stairs
10 squat thrusts
10 push ups
10 V-ups
Repeat routine 10 times

How to Get More Energy

Low on energy? I often have low energy when I don't get enough sleep.  There are other factors such as lack of exercise and diet that can greatly affect energy levels. Making minor changes in your lifestyle will increase energy. No more dragging through your day! Read on for the Top 5 ways to get more energy!

Fit & Fab Workout With Adrienne Bailon

Adrienne and I after the Living Jade video shoot for Essence earlier this month. Check out the  workout video on Essence.com - Workout with Adrienne and I in just 7 minutes! This exercise routine is perfect to do at home or in the gym! @livingjade 

Motivational Fitness Quote

"People often say that motivation doesn't last. Well, neither does bathing - thats why we recommend it daily." -Zig Ziglar 

7 Minute At Home Workout Routine

This holiday season keep the weight off in just 7 minutes! I created a 7 minute workout for Essence.com to help readers lose and/or maintain their ideal weight. Each week I will feature a new workout with a guest celebrity that focuses on a different muscle group. This week I put Adrienne Bailon through a grueling but fun workout! Next week's celebrity guest; Rosci from 106 & Park! Check out the 7 minute workout video! Follow Jade Alexis and the Living Jade team @LivingJade

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6 Tips for a Healthy Holiday Season

The holiday season is approaching, which means parties and holiday events, which also means lots of drinking and eating!  There is nothing wrong with a glass of wine every now and then as long as you don't go overboard. Here are a few tips for drinking and eating healthy this holiday season.

1. Balance!  If you have a glass of wine make sure you also have a glass of water - stay hydrated.

2. Don't overboard. Limit yourself to 1 or 2 drinks. You will thank yourself later.

3. Don't go hungry! You may eat a lot more unhealthy than anticipated if you arrive hungry.

4. Stay away from sugary cocktails. Opt for vodka with seltzer water instead.

5. Go vegetarian for the night! Typically vegetarian choices are healthier. Your options will be limited so you won't eat as much. 

6. Sip your drinks. Don't gulp! 

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The Reebok Realflex Review - Win a Pair!

I have a ton of running shoes and gone through so many sneakers trying to find the perfect pair. I finally found a very comfortable sneaker by Reebok.  The Reebok Realflex are lightweight and can fit perfectly in your bag, especially when traveling. I don't train without them! The Realflex sneakers almost simulate running barefoot. Go to Jet Magazine and enter to win a pair of my favorite sneakers or enter here  to win a pair of the Living Jade Reebok Realflex sneakers. 

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Fitness Quote of the Week

"Whether is ten miles or one, you will never regret lacing up those running shoes and going outside."

Jade & Tiny Talk Health & Fitness

Last night I went to Clifford Harris (T.I) and Tameka Harris' (Tiny) screening for their new reality TV show. VH1 and Akoo Clothing hosted the event at Yotel, in New York City. I had a great conversation with Tiny about health and fitness.  She talked about their kids interest in sports and how she encouraged them to continue playing sports. It was great to see T.I and Tiny support their kids' healthy lifestyles. It is important that parents take an active role in their kids lives - particularly the health and fitness aspect!

Holiday Travel: How to Beat Jet Lag

It's holiday season and the traveling begins. Many of my clients have been questioning jet lag! What is the best way to beat jet lag? As a fitness professional I strongly agree that exercise does help! Exercise before your flight to help reduce any stress. Rather than sit uncomfortably during flights create your own mini exercise routine and stretch!

Check out these inflight exercises to help prevent jet lag. My favorite inflight stretch - Eagle arms! When arriving at your destination exercise, even though you may not feel like working out. Jet lag can take two or three days to hit you, so working out as early as possible is a great idea.

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World Aids Day

Today is world AIDS day, a devastating worldwide problem. With increased awareness we can help to stop the spread of HIV and reduce the stigma associated with AIDS. Learn more at worldaidsday.org and find out what you can do to help. Although December 1st is dedicated to World Aids Day, tomorrow and every day after that, we can all continue to make a difference!  

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