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New and exciting variations to your basic squat, pushup or crunch are a great way to combat boredom in the gym.  Here are some of the most common variations in three different exercises with each ranked in effectiveness!

The squat is considered the king of all exercises as it targets the strongest muscle in the human body – our glutes! The subtle difference between a parallel squat and plie squat is that the feet are turned out. So does turning our feet out make the squat more effective?

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With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, its time to dust of your favorite heels and start practicing your stiletto strut. Whether you are a seasoned stiletto-lover or you fancy flats, these simple tips will help you look strong, sexy, and confident for your Valentine!

Step #1 – Posture!

The first step to looking confident in your heels is strong posture. Proper posture will not only make you look more confident but will help you feel more stable in your heels.

What does proper posture look like? Try to keep your head up and your shoulders down to elongate your neck. Maintain a slight tuck in your pelvis to prevent your lower back from swaying too much, as that will throw your chest forward. Finally, always keep your knees soft and your feet straight.

Step #2 – The Strut!

After you’ve mastered the proper posture in heels, it’s time to start moving. The secret to walking gracefully in your heels is finding a rhythm. Step one foot in front of the other, aiming for the ball of the foot. Avoid trying keep all your body weight on your toes, as this will throw off your balance. With each step, try to find the heel-toe rhythm with your walk.

Step #3 – The Personality!

The final and best part of walking in heels is adding a little flavor! Relax into your stiletto strut by moving your hips, swinging your arms, and of course keeping a fierce look in your eyes!

Have fun with your walk and show your Valentine the strong, sexy, confident you!

Watch Dr. Emily demonstrate how to walk properly in heels on Oprah!

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 Dr. Emily is the Fitness Director for Lucille Roberts.

By now, you’ve probably read many of Dr. Emily’s “Fit Tips” here on the blog, but you may still be wondering who she is and what exactly she does at Lucille Roberts. So, we asked her!

How long have you worked at Lucille Roberts? Tell us a little about your job here.

I’ve been with Lucille Roberts for a year and a half. I’m the Fitness Director, which means I’m responsible for overseeing the education programs, new classes, and program development for Lucille Roberts.

Have you always been active? Did you play sports growing up?

Since a very young age, sports and exercise have always been a major part of my life. Growing up, I did competitive gymnastics, which pretty much consumed my days but become a major part of my identity. Now exercise and fitness are not only my passion but also my career!

Did you know that your weekly Yogatone class or personal trainer session may be doing more for your brain that your biceps?

As we age, an area of our brain called the hippocampus shrinks a little bit each year, causing age-related memory impairments. Interestingly, a study by the National Academy of Sciences found that older adults who exercised regularly actually gained hippocampus volume. Participants in this study exercised for an hour a day, 4 times per week, and were able to increase their hippocampus mass by 30%!

Are you a student? Hit the gym the day of your next exam! Even just 30 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity will increase blood flow to your brain, which will improve your concentration and memory retention.

Or, you can try one of the brain-boosting classes at Lucille Roberts–HIIT, Triple Fat Burner, and Turbokick are great options!

Got a question for Dr. Emily? Email her: Emily@LucilleRoberts.com