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Pro Workout of the Week: Go Sleeveless, Sport!

Skimble — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 19:39:37 +0000

You have the right to bare arms so when it gets hot, why not go sleeveless!? Add some definition to the look with this upper-body workout. Warm up & cool down included. No equipment required. PS: we don’t really care if you go sleeveless…we just want you to sport a healthy upper bod!

Workout of the Week: Core & Glute Kicks

Skimble — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 20:05:04 +0000

Kick it up a notch with this mid-section workout. We’ve drawn from some of our fave pilates and yoga moves to create a core tightening & glute-kickin’ workout for you…spare tire optional Many moves help improve your flexibility and balance too. So get off your tush and make a mid-line dash to your exercise mat!

Skimble Member Spotlight: Julie Webb Kelley

Skimble — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 18:54:37 +0000

We’d love to introduce you to a truly inspiring woman, Julie Webb Kelley, our Skimble Member Spotlight! Julie has been a dedicated Pro Skimbler for over TWO years, and we’d love to share her story with our wonderful community:

What was your starting point versus your current fitness status?

I didn’t have much weight to lose but I’ve gained A LOT in strength and confidence….am up to a 4 minute full-arm plank!! And at 50 years old, that’s pretty good!

Who’s your fitness icon and why?

My fitness icon is my 15-year-old daughter. She swims competitively and her strength and motivation inspire me year-round!

Describe your favorite way of staying fit outdoors.

My favorite way of staying fit outdoors is riding my bike. We have a lot of hills around! As long as a workout is kicking my butt, I’m happy. BUT my absolute fav way of staying fit is kickboxing!!! Love, love, love every kick, every punch, every day!!

What’s your favorite thing about Skimble?

My favorite thing about Skimble is the community. I’ve truly come to count on the support of my fellow Skimblers and really enjoy the workouts they create. My Skimble friends challenge me in so many ways and because of them, I can do more than I ever thought possible at my age!

What’s a random fact about you that you’d like to share with our community?

I am a cancer survivor….16 months and counting!!

What’s your fitness mantra/motto?

“IT doesn’t get easier. YOU get stronger!” and “If it doesn’t challenge you, it doesn’t change you.”

Check out the guns on this mama! Thanks, Julie, for sharing your story with us. We are so humbly proud to have helped you stay fit.

We at Skimble HQ get psyched when we find out that our members are going out and challenging themselves. If you are planning to participate in some sort of challenging event, and are using the Workout Trainer & GPS Sports Tracker apps to help you train, we’d love to spotlight you! Please send us an email to trainers@skimble.com if you’re interested.

Pro Workout of the Week: Super Bodyweight Tabata

Skimble — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 18:42:25 +0000

Did you know actor Henry Cavill did high intensity interval workouts to train for his leading role in the upcoming Superman movie? That inspired us to develop this superb HIIT Tabata workout! Burn maximum fat in the least possible time with max reps for each bodyweight exercise. Do this with friends and make note of each other’s reps. Repeat regularly & feel like you can take on the world!

Skimble Member Spotlight: Sylvester Daniels III

Skimble — Tue, 28 May 2013 19:25:45 +0000

Everyone meet Sylvester Daniels III, or as our Skimble community knows him Sd3, this week’s Skimble Member Spotlight! Sylvester has been active his entire life, but found Skimble six months ago and has used it to stay motivated on his path for fitness domination. He was kind enough to answer our questions on exercise and life:

What was your starting point versus your current fitness status?

I started off my fitness journey at age six and have been active ever since. After collegiate football I got up to my heaviest, approximately 240 pounds. Now I am 194 pounds and looking to lose about 10 more pounds.

What your next fitness goal?

This summer I am looking forward to completing the Spartan Beast in June. This race is 13 excruciating miles of tough obstacles and trail running.

Who’s your fitness icon and why?

LL Cool J. That man is in excellent shape.

What’s a random fact about you?

I was once the fastest male high school 200 meter sprinter in Utah.

What’s your favorite thing about Skimble?

My favorite thing about Skimble, is that you can always find support and motivation on those days you don’t feel like getting off the couch. It has motivated me to get back into shape and make fitness a major component of my life again. I want to be an inspiration for my children, family, and friends and ensure that I will be as healthy as possible so I can enjoy my time on this great planet.

What’s your fitness mantra/motto?

“Train like your stronger, fitter, evil twin is plotting to KILL YOU!” This is my fitness motto, because in the end I am competing against myself and only I can push myself past my limits.

Wow, we love to see how versatile our community is, and Sylvester is an excellent example of someone that is using Workout Trainer to maintain an already active and healthy lifestyle. We know you’ll crush that Spartan Beast this summer! Thanks Sylvester!

Workout of the Week: The Scientific 7-Minute Workout

Skimble — Sat, 25 May 2013 00:37:44 +0000

Skimble’s Workout of the Week, The Scientific 7-Minute Workout, is based on the May-June issue of the American College of Sports Medicine’s Health & Fitness Journal! We were inspired with their quick high intensity workout as it delivers the exercise benefits you would expect from a long run & gym session! This HIIT workout includes body weight exercises, plus a few that utilize a sturdy chair, bench, and wall. Do those moves at max effort/intensity for a period of 30 seconds, then rest and transition onto the next exercise. The human body is the best work of art AND science! Move what mother nature gave you

New Workout Trainer Android Tablet App

Skimble — Tue, 21 May 2013 23:58:30 +0000

Just in time to get you in tip-top shape for those new summer threads, we’ve got a sizzling updated look for Workout Trainer on Android tablets! With our new tablet-optimized format, you’ll stay motivated with the beautiful Featured Workouts and Programs layouts, but most importantly the actual workout screen. Check out the awesome views on popular 10 inch and 7 inch Android tablets:

We added higher resolution exercise images and pro video, to further enhance the new workout experience for the big screen:

More communication features too. Check out Private Messaging, accessible from your own profile page:

Stay connected with our Community Forums and let us know what you think about the latest update. We think the new updates will really keep the psych high as you work to conquer at your fitness goals and wow your friends with your healthy and fit look.

Download of update Workout Trainer (version 4.5) today in the Google Play store!

Workout of the Week: Hustle & Run

Skimble — Sat, 18 May 2013 21:36:31 +0000

Get outdoors, put on your headphones, and play this workout. Begin with a great cardio warm up at your home base (backyard or park, perhaps?). Then, enjoy an 8-minute jog around the block. Return to your home base to finish with a nice strengthening set. While weights are optional, serious hustle is required. Have fun!

Workout of the Week: Lucky Leggy Lower

Skimble — Tue, 14 May 2013 19:18:08 +0000

The weather’s getting warmer, which means there will soon be plenty of great reasons to show off those leggy stems! Get ready for hot days by doing this lower body firming workout. For this workout, we only picked bodyweight moves from Skimble’s ever-growing roster of exercises to help you get leaner, stronger legs…plus a perkier backside Luckily, you can easily do this at home or the gym so there are no excuses!

Skimble Member Spotlight: Michael Miosi

Skimble — Tue, 07 May 2013 20:44:54 +0000

This week we’d like to introduce you to Michael Miosi, our Skimble Member Spotlight! Michael and his family have been with Skimble since 2011 and he tried several other workout options before finding success with Workout Trainer. As a Camp Director at a youth camp he was tired of “huffing it across camp” and decided to take the necessary steps to improve his health and well-being. Check out his story here:

What was your starting point versus your current fitness status?

About 2 years ago, I stepped on the scale in doctor’s office at 200 lbs, which was the most I’ve ever weighed in my life! I now weigh a little under 165, and I feel great!

What your next fitness goal?

I recently completed a 60 mile trail in 3 days with a friend. I want to complete the same trail with my 13 year old son (in 5 days or less). I also want to break 19 minutes in a 5K.

Who’s your fitness icon and why?

Most of my “fitness icons” are ordinary people, like many folks in the Skimble community. One of my mentors particularly inspires me because he is 69 years old, ripped and could probably out-bench many of the younger guys at the gym any day!

Describe your favorite way of staying fit outdoors.

I love trail running, mountain biking, hiking and kayaking. I also love “backyard” sports with my kids!

What’s your favorite thing about Skimble?

I love that Skimble has something for everybody (In fact, my wife, son and one daughter all use it!). I have greatly enjoyed creating workouts as well as the accountability and inspiration offered through followers and forums!

What’s your fitness mantra/motto?

“Fit to serve.”

We love hearing how Michael has used Workout Trainer to better his life, and appreciate how active he is in keeping our community motivated. Thanks for taking the time to talk with us and share your story!