"Wanna get in shape like the pros do, but can't spare the cash? No problem. We asked 16 trainers for their favorite SoCal spots to exercise for free. From hikes to outdoor mini-gyms to no-charge classes, these fit spots prove that having a hot Hollywood bod doesn't need to cost a thing."

"So with all the excitement of writing my first blog entry for 944, I completely forgot to introduce myself and tell you who I am and what I'm all about! Don't worry; I won't bore you with all the mundane childhood details from when I was 11 at sleep-away camp. I'll try and keep it short and to the point.

We're all short on time. Between excessive personal and professional demands and our desire to have some downtime sometimes, schedules get stretched pretty thin. Too thin if you ask me!

Laurel House of planet green covers a great and green NO GYM REQUIRED workout.

"Yes, bikini-bodies are part of the summertime equation, but you can fit into beach form with a green exercise routine that requires no equipment other than a park bench and swing."

Read full article below:

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Alright you weekend warriors, Friday is almost here and I thought I'd throw you some homework for Saturday and Sunday - something to keep up the good habits. The good news is that this NGR routine is made to respect the weekend's OFF TIME. It's very simple but very challenging and takes only 16 minutes.

Do these as a circuit (one after the other) 4 times without taking a break or resting. Your jog and your plank will be all the break you need!

Jennifer Cohen, the author of "No Gym Required" and reigning queen of fitness and nutrition in Toronto, offers her advice for a successful get-fit Summer program.

Hi Guys– as my bio says I own the most private gym in Los Angeles. Over the years I have trained dozens of household name clients and other “movers and shakers” I’m not easy or cheap to see. Needless to say people often ask me why I would have a book entitled No Gym Required prominently displayed in here. A pretty fair question considering what I do, but the answer is easy: Her message is right.

Jennifer talks about the NO GYM REQUIRED philosophy and gives a few simple exercise to do while you're traveling. Some helpful tips for the busy body!

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Jennifer Cohen visits A-News to share a few helpful exercises you can do anytime and anywhere. Click on the PDF's below to see the Side Crunch and Lunge Ten Hut: two quick favorites!

SIDE CRUNCH PDF

LUNGE TEN HUT PDF!

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We all know that nothing helps you get the most out of your workout than a killer song. To help you pick the right tune, No Gym Required: Unleash your Inner Rock Star has made its mixes available on our blog!

Get the whole mix or pick and choose the songs you want!

Each of the 4 mixes is created by Jennifer Cohen herself and is guaranteed to help you maximize your workout and keep you pumped as you get in shape. 

Check out the iTunes logo on the right to take a listen.

With the recent growth of NGR and increasing demands on my schedule I've found it increasingly difficult to manage my lifestyle. Before I could neatly fit at least 1 hour of exercise into my day and it was effortless. It didn't require any thought. Now I'm off the wagon.

What does that mean?