Train by Type

Fitness Newbie

Exercise Ritual: Running her mouth

By her bed: Laptop, magazines, favorite novel, TV

Favorite workout track: “Step By Step ,” New Kids on the Block

Health Mantra: Do what makes you happy and feel good -Pet Peeve: Women consumed by diet and exercise

Next Vacation: Anywhere she can suntan all day long


It’s not that you’re fitness adverse — in fact, you long for the athletic grace and confidence (not to mention killer legs) of those women you see running through the park on your way to happy hour. And you know you have it in you to do that triathlon. But between work, friends, and that day-long Project Runway marathon, it’s hard to take that first step. The good news? The second step will be much, much easier.