http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit en http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification fitness and health tips and trends fitness and health tips and trends Fitness industry veteran and certified personal trainer, Kim Howard, offers KDHX listeners one minute tips on hot fitness trends, healthy eating and the 411 on current health topics.Like Kim's Facebook page: Trim with Kim E-Mail Kim with comment and topic ideas via: getfit [at] kdhx.org getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard getfit@kdhx.org Kim Howard clean http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/podcasts/7s.jpg http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit 128 128 KDHX Community Media http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/fitt-guide-for-exercise Sun, 12 May 2013 21:14:37 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/fitt-guide-for-exercise#comments getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard Fitness professionals use the FITT Principle to design effective and successful exerise programs. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org. Fitness professionals use the FITT Principle to design effective and successful exerise programs. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org. Fitness professionals use the FITT Principle to design effective and successful exerise programs. Photo courtesy of... exercise, FITT principle, Get Fit, KDHX, Kim Howard http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/media/1402s.jpg 128 72 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/its-the-frequency-of-activity Tue, 07 May 2013 12:12:00 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/its-the-frequency-of-activity#comments getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard Frequent activity leads to health benefits and success in goals. Build a rountine of physical activity as a regular part of living your life and enjoy being active. Photo courtesy of Kim Howard Frequent activity leads to health benefits and success in goals. Build a rountine of physical activity as a regular part of living your life and enjoy being active. Photo courtesy of Kim Howard Frequent activity leads to health benefits and success in goals. Build a rountine of physical activity as a regular... FITT, frequency of workouts., Get Fit, KDHX, Kim Howard http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/media/1397s.jpg 128 72 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/importance-of-time-in-exercise Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:50:04 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/importance-of-time-in-exercise#comments getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard The amount of time you exercise or engage in some type of physical activity is more imporant than what you are doing or how hard you are working. Start with 5 minutes and do this several times a day. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org. The amount of time you exercise or engage in some type of physical activity is more imporant than what you are doing or how hard you are working. Start with 5 minutes and do this several times a day. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org. The amount of time you exercise or engage in some type of physical activity is more imporant than what you are doing... exercise, FITT, Get Fit, KDHX, Kim Howard, time http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/media/1383s.jpg 128 72 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/choose-fun-ways-to-be-active Tue, 23 Apr 2013 08:48:32 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/choose-fun-ways-to-be-active#comments getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard Kim explains how you can be more consistent in physical activity and exercise by varying the types of activities you do. Choose things you enjoy, and have fun. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org Kim explains how you can be more consistent in physical activity and exercise by varying the types of activities you do. Choose things you enjoy, and have fun. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org Kim explains how you can be more consistent in physical activity and exercise by varying the types of activities you... exercise, fun, Get Fit, KDHX, Kim Howard, physical activity http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/media/1361s.jpg 128 72 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/intensity-in-exercise Tue, 16 Apr 2013 17:49:31 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/intensity-in-exercise#comments getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard Intensity in exercise should be used a measurement of your current ability and then as a way of tracking your progress. More importantly, develop some light and some higher intensity workout routines throughout the week to maintain your fitness and provide for adequate recovery. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org. Intensity in exercise should be used a measurement of your current ability and then as a way of tracking your progress. More importantly, develop some light and some higher intensity workout routines throughout the week to maintain your fitness and provide for adequate recovery. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org. Intensity in exercise should be used a measurement of your current ability and then as a way of tracking your... exercise, FITT principle, Get Fit, intensity, KDHX, Kim Howard http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/media/1356s.jpg 128 72 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/pilates-for-a-strong-body Tue, 09 Apr 2013 22:21:21 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/pilates-for-a-strong-body#comments getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard Pilates can be a fun exercise format to develop a stong core and strengthen the muscles. Photo courtesy of Tracy Holzmann. Pilates can be a fun exercise format to develop a stong core and strengthen the muscles. Photo courtesy of Tracy Holzmann. Pilates can be a fun exercise format to develop a stong core and strengthen the muscles. Photo courtesy of Tracy... core training, exercise, Get Fit, KDHX, Kim Howard, Pilates http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/media/1343s.jpg 128 72 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/relieve-aches-and-pains-with-stretching Tue, 02 Apr 2013 17:49:27 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/relieve-aches-and-pains-with-stretching#comments getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard Stretching your muscles and surrouding tissues can relieve aches and pains in the body, and improve range of motion in your joints. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia. org. Stretching your muscles and surrouding tissues can relieve aches and pains in the body, and improve range of motion in your joints. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia. org. Stretching your muscles and surrouding tissues can relieve aches and pains in the body, and improve range of motion... exercise, Get Fit, KDHX, Kim Howard, pain, stretching http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/media/1324s.jpg 128 72 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/healthy-spring-renewal Wed, 27 Mar 2013 15:05:53 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/healthy-spring-renewal#comments getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard Begin the spring season by planting seeds of healthy habits to cultivate a lifestyle of healthy behaviors. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org. Begin the spring season by planting seeds of healthy habits to cultivate a lifestyle of healthy behaviors. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org. Begin the spring season by planting seeds of healthy habits to cultivate a lifestyle of healthy behaviors. Photo... Get Fit, healthy habits, KDHX, Kim Howard, personal trainer, spring http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/media/1316s.jpg 128 72 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/importance-of-protein Tue, 19 Mar 2013 21:08:50 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/importance-of-protein#comments getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard One of the most important macronutrients in your daily diet, protein provides the building blocks for new cells, balances your blood sugar when eating carbohydrates, and helps you feel more full throughout the day. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org. One of the most important macronutrients in your daily diet, protein provides the building blocks for new cells, balances your blood sugar when eating carbohydrates, and helps you feel more full throughout the day. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org. One of the most important macronutrients in your daily diet, protein provides the building blocks for new cells,... diet, Get Fit, KDHX, Kim Howard, nutrition, Protein, weight loss http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/media/1299s.jpg 128 72 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/the-epidemic-of-diabetes Mon, 11 Mar 2013 21:06:50 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/the-epidemic-of-diabetes#comments getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard Its an epidemic. Adult onset diabetes, or type 2, is one of the common diseases that can be prevented with good nutrition and exercise. Reduce your risks today with these easy tips. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org. Its an epidemic. Adult onset diabetes, or type 2, is one of the common diseases that can be prevented with good nutrition and exercise. Reduce your risks today with these easy tips. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org. Its an epidemic. Adult onset diabetes, or type 2, is one of the common diseases that can be prevented with good... Diabetes, Get Fit, health, heart disease, KDHX, Kim Howard, nutrition, physical activity http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/media/1280s.jpg 128 72 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/kick-the-cigs Tue, 05 Mar 2013 20:07:34 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/kick-the-cigs#comments getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard Smoking causes about 30% of heart diseases and strokes in the US, making it the #1 cause of preventable death. There is just not anything good about cigarettes when it comes to having a healthy heart. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org. Smoking causes about 30% of heart diseases and strokes in the US, making it the #1 cause of preventable death. There is just not anything good about cigarettes when it comes to having a healthy heart. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org. Smoking causes about 30% of heart diseases and strokes in the US, making it the #1 cause of preventable death. There... cigarettes, Get Fit, go red, heart disease, KDHX, Kim Howard http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/media/1248s.jpg 128 72 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/stress-reduction-for-a-healthy-heart Tue, 26 Feb 2013 20:01:36 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/stress-reduction-for-a-healthy-heart#comments getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard In this series on preventing heart disease, I focus on the benefits of stress reduction. Chill out and reduce stress, enjoy a healthier heart. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org In this series on preventing heart disease, I focus on the benefits of stress reduction. Chill out and reduce stress, enjoy a healthier heart. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org In this series on preventing heart disease, I focus on the benefits of stress reduction. Chill out and reduce stress,... Get Fit, go red, KDHX, Kim Howard, prevent heart disease, reduce stress, Stress http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/media/1220s.jpg 128 72 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/heart-healthy-nutrition Mon, 18 Feb 2013 21:11:58 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/heart-healthy-nutrition#comments getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard In this three part series, Kim helps us focus on heart healthy behaviors, and that includes good nutrition. Fresh vegetables, lean protein, healthy grains. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org. In this three part series, Kim helps us focus on heart healthy behaviors, and that includes good nutrition. Fresh vegetables, lean protein, healthy grains. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org. In this three part series, Kim helps us focus on heart healthy behaviors, and that includes good nutrition. Fresh... Get Fit, healthy nutrition, KDHX, Kim Howard, STLMetroadvocare, Trim with Kim http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/media/1212s.jpg 128 72 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/healthy-heart-with-exercise Mon, 11 Feb 2013 21:15:08 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/healthy-heart-with-exercise#comments getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard In this three part series, I highlight ways you can prevent heart disease, and one of the best ways you can do that is to exercise regularly. Photo courtesy of Trim with Kim. In this three part series, I highlight ways you can prevent heart disease, and one of the best ways you can do that is to exercise regularly. Photo courtesy of Trim with Kim. In this three part series, I highlight ways you can prevent heart disease, and one of the best ways you can do that... exercise, Get Fit, KDHX, Kim Howard, STL Metro Bootcamp Challenge, Trim with Kim http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/media/1205s.jpg 128 72 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/celebrate-a-health-heart Mon, 04 Feb 2013 21:20:38 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/celebrate-a-health-heart#comments getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard We celebrate a healthy heart with the Amercian Heart Association's Go Red for Women campaign. In this 3 part series we will begin with an overview of the 3 steps towards keeping your heart healthy. Photo courtesy of Go Red for Women. We celebrate a healthy heart with the Amercian Heart Association's Go Red for Women campaign. In this 3 part series we will begin with an overview of the 3 steps towards keeping your heart healthy. Photo courtesy of Go Red for Women. We celebrate a healthy heart with the Amercian Heart Association's Go Red for Women campaign. In this 3 part series... american heart association, Get Fit, Go Red for Women, heart disease prevention, KDHX, Kim Howard http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/media/1197s.jpg 128 72 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/minimize-distractions Mon, 28 Jan 2013 20:34:56 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/minimize-distractions#comments getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard Distractions are a normal part of life, yet you can stop many disctrations in their tracks by staying focused on your goals. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org. PD-US (published before 1923 in the US and public domain in the US) Distractions are a normal part of life, yet you can stop many disctrations in their tracks by staying focused on your goals. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org. PD-US (published before 1923 in the US and public domain in the US) Distractions are a normal part of life, yet you can stop many disctrations in their tracks by staying focused on your... distractions, Get Fit, goals, health and fitness, KDHX, Kim Howard http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/media/1172s.jpg 128 72 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/neat-benefits-from-moving-more Tue, 22 Jan 2013 14:38:19 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/neat-benefits-from-moving-more#comments getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard NEAT or non exercise activity such as playing a musical instrument, is a physical activity and includes everything else we do to move our bodies more often. More movement can burn an additional 300 calories a day and help prevent obesity related diseases. Photo: The Warbuckles, 2012Harvest Session Performance courtesy of Sara Finke. NEAT or non exercise activity such as playing a musical instrument, is a physical activity and includes everything else we do to move our bodies more often. More movement can burn an additional 300 calories a day and help prevent obesity related diseases. Photo: The Warbuckles, 2012Harvest Session Performance courtesy of Sara Finke. NEAT or non exercise activity such as playing a musical instrument, is a physical activity and includes everything... exercise, Get Fit, KDHX, Kim Howard, NEAT, obesity http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/media/1164s.jpg 128 72 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/bedtime-tips-for-healthy-resolutions Sun, 20 Jan 2013 21:28:43 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/bedtime-tips-for-healthy-resolutions#comments getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard Get up early and get going! Consider changing your bedtime routine to make time for healthier habits. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org. Get up early and get going! Consider changing your bedtime routine to make time for healthier habits. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org. Get up early and get going! Consider changing your bedtime routine to make time for healthier habits. Photo courtesy... bedtime, Get Fit Tips, health, KDHX, Kim Howard, sleep http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/media/1151s.jpg 128 72 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/get-physical Mon, 07 Jan 2013 21:01:55 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/get-physical#comments getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard Try these simple tips to increase your daily physical activity and move your body. Photo courtesy of STL Metro Bootcamp Challenge. Try these simple tips to increase your daily physical activity and move your body. Photo courtesy of STL Metro Bootcamp Challenge. Try these simple tips to increase your daily physical activity and move your body. Photo courtesy of STL Metro... exercise, Get Fit, KDHX, Kim Howard, physical activity http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/media/1142s.jpg 128 72 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/breathe-free-and-stop-smoking Sun, 30 Dec 2012 18:09:50 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/breathe-free-and-stop-smoking#comments getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard Even if you have made several attempts to stop smoking, you can accomplish your life's goal to breathe free with a plan and support tips such as these. For more resources, go to letsfaceitstl.com Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org. Even if you have made several attempts to stop smoking, you can accomplish your life's goal to breathe free with a plan and support tips such as these. For more resources, go to letsfaceitstl.com Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org. Even if you have made several attempts to stop smoking, you can accomplish your life's goal to breathe free with a... better health, Get Fit, KDHX, Kim Howard, stop smoking http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/media/1135s.jpg 128 72 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/gifts-of-gratitude-and-positivity Fri, 21 Dec 2012 17:04:12 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/gifts-of-gratitude-and-positivity#comments getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard Being grateful for the simple joys in life and staying focused on the positive are authentic ways to cultivate happiness and truly be rich. Photo courtesy of Sara Finke. Being grateful for the simple joys in life and staying focused on the positive are authentic ways to cultivate happiness and truly be rich. Photo courtesy of Sara Finke. Being grateful for the simple joys in life and staying focused on the positive are authentic ways to cultivate... Get Fit, gratitude, happiness, KDHX, Kim Howard http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/media/1130s.jpg 128 72 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/live-life-actively Mon, 17 Dec 2012 21:37:45 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/live-life-actively#comments getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard Enjoy your life to the fullest and make the most of the moments you have. Get some physical activity everyday regardless of age and do what you can to keep moving. Photo courtesy of Kim Howard Enjoy your life to the fullest and make the most of the moments you have. Get some physical activity everyday regardless of age and do what you can to keep moving. Photo courtesy of Kim Howard Enjoy your life to the fullest and make the most of the moments you have. Get some physical activity everyday... DLAs, functional exercise, Get Fit, KDHX, Kim Howard, senior exercise http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/media/1127s.jpg 128 72 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/outdoor-winter-activity-tips Mon, 10 Dec 2012 21:21:08 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/outdoor-winter-activity-tips#comments getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard Just because its winter doesn't mean you have to be a couch potato! Kim Howard reminds of ways we can safely enjoy physical activity with these helpful tips. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org Just because its winter doesn't mean you have to be a couch potato! Kim Howard reminds of ways we can safely enjoy physical activity with these helpful tips. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org Just because its winter doesn't mean you have to be a couch potato! Kim Howard reminds of ways we can safely enjoy... exercise, Get Fit, KDHX, Kim Howard, outdoor physical activity tips, winter http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/media/1112s.jpg 128 72 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/stress-relief Mon, 03 Dec 2012 20:56:22 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/stress-relief#comments getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard Kim shares some sensible ways to combat stress during the busy holiday season yet can prepare us for any stressful situation. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org Kim shares some sensible ways to combat stress during the busy holiday season yet can prepare us for any stressful situation. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org Kim shares some sensible ways to combat stress during the busy holiday season yet can prepare us for any stressful... Get Fit, health, holidays, KDHX, Kim Howard, Stress http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/media/1104s.jpg 128 72 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/exercise-tips-for-travel Sun, 25 Nov 2012 17:25:09 http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/podcasts/getfit/exercise-tips-for-travel#comments getfit@kdhx.org (Kim Howard) Kim Howard Kim shares some tips on how to simply add exercise into your travel plans. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org. Kim shares some tips on how to simply add exercise into your travel plans. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org. Kim shares some tips on how to simply add exercise into your travel plans. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.org. exercise, Get Fit, KDHX, Kim Howard, travel http://www.kdhx.org/ondemand/images/media/1089s.jpg 128 72