The Better Letter

You’ve set your resolutions, and we’re guessing one is to exercise more.

“Spin” is back and better than ever thanks to an influx of new studios and classes that offer a fresh approach to working out.

Unglue yourself from your iPhone and step away from the overflowing laundry room to indulge in a little bit of “me time” with Tai Chi.

Take advantage of fall weather and get moving with your kids.

The kids are back in school, and the weather’s changing, which means our moods and equilibrium are a little off.

Yes, it's cold.

Step into Suzanne Danilek’s Pilates class and it’s apparent that she has true passion for the sport.

Arguably the most important piece of sports equipment is ... your sports bra!

As responsible moms and wives, my group of friends had mixed feelings when we decided to try a new type of movement class. Pole dancing has a distinctly slutty reputation.

Latin music thumps from loud speakers. A sweat-drenched group of ten people dance the mambo, cha cha and tango.

It’s coming. We know this spring hasn’t been motivating, but the second those beaches and pools open, it’s going to be 90° and your kids are going to be begging to go swimming.

How does the busy host of “The Biggest Loser” and “Days of Our Lives” star stay fit? Does she get personal workout sessions with Jillian?

My running partner is tall, dark, handsome, fit, loving and always ready for adventure.

The snow has melted, sun is shining, sky is blue, the temperature is 60, and everyone is wearing shorts!

Remember those exciting games of kickball we played as kids? Each team played to win.

Anxious about wearing a swimsuit over spring break? You still have a few weeks to tune up your body.

My daughter found her love of running by joining the junior high cross-country team.

Certified fitness instructor Amy Hohman of Highland Park has opened a fully equipped free-weight studio that personal trainers can rent to offer their services one-on-one or in small groups.

Squeezed for time? Kids, work, shopping, chores keeping you from a workout?

Who has time to exercise with a seasonal to-do list that stretches through December?