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 Valerie and Tom are taking a much-needed vacation this week. In spite of a regular travel schedule that routinely disrupts her workout routine, she manages to stay in shape. We talked with Valerie's personal trainer, Christopher Ross Lane, to get some tips for everyone on staying in shape when you're traveling for business... or pleasure.
"I think if you're on the road a lot, the first thing to do is find out if the hotel you're staying at has a gym - or find one that does," Christopher said. "That way it's easy to get a workout in - the gym is right there. All you have to do is go downstairs or walk down the hall."
If you can't find a hotel with a workout facility, it doesn't mean you can't exercise in your room or out on the town. Check for nearby gyms or fitness centers which will sometimes offer day passes for a small fee.
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Story By Dana Finn
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Valerie will run the 114th Boston Marathon® on April 19, 2010, to support cancer research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston.
Valerie and her trainer Christopher Ross Lane will join more than 500 Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge teammates from across the United States and overseas who will run the historic route from Hopkinton to Boston with a goal of raising $4.4 million for the Claudia Adams Barr Program in Innovative Basic Cancer Research at Dana-Farber.
“Losing 40 pounds was a huge accomplishment and as I continue to increase my fitness level, I am looking for more challenges,” said Valerie. “Running the Boston Marathon for Dana-Farber Cancer
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This is it! Here's my secret to weight-loss success with two full-length workouts led by my personal trainer Christopher Ross Lane. "Losing It: Body Basics" is a 20-minute, beginner-level routine that works the entire body while focusing on trimming the hips, thighs, abs, and arms. "Keeping Fit: Bikini Ready" is a more challenging, 40-minute routine that sculpts muscles and burns fat by alternating toning exercises and cardio bursts. The program also includes the bonus workout "Bikini Abs Sculpting" to specifically target the troublesome midsection. This program, which you can do in the comfort of your home without a lot of fancy equipment, is what I used to get ready for my People Magazine bikini photo!
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 When I am in Arizona, I always make time to hike Pinnacle Peak - it's a great way to exercise with breath-taking views to keep you motivated and reward your hard work.
It's a 1.75-mile, out-and-back hike, with three big climbs and descents. The elevation gain is around 1,300 feet total, and there are two lookouts for you to catch your breath and take in the views. Round-trip, Pinnacle Peak is a challenging 3.5 miles, and regardless of how far you intend to hike, please respect the arid desert climate and take PLENTY of water.
I love Pinnacle Peak because the park staff has placed informational signs all along the trail, pointing out the cacti, flowers, animals and reptiles you may encounter. It's a great hike for families because the terrain is an even, hard-packed path that children can navigate with a little encouragement - and the signage provides an incentive for them to find out what's around the bend so they can learn something new about the desert environment.
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When Valerie first met her trainer Christopher Ross Lane in November 2008, running a half-marathon was not in the picture.
“At the time, we were just talking about the bikini, and she knew what she did and didn’t like,” Lane recalls. “She did not like running and she said she would never be a runner. I smiled sweetly and nodded my head – if you only knew!”
With Christopher’s guidance, Tom’s encouragement and her own internal drive, Valerie changed her body for the bikini photo and changed her mind about running. The key was a gradual, consistent program. Christopher, Valerie and Tom shared some tips, based on their experiences...
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