With summer in sight, more of us are feeling self-conscious about our bodies -- and will enjoy the season less as a result. That's according to a new survey commissioned by Anytime Fitness.

76% of the 1,000 respondents said that they feel the same or worse about their body image this year. Another 53% plan to "cover up everything they can" at the beach. That doesn't bode well for fun in the sun.

With spring suddenly upon us, I’m sure many of you are looking to take your fitness to the next level. After all, we all want to look lean and fit for the summer, right? And many of us want to perform at our best when it comes to training and competition too! Whether you’re looking to run a few extra miles outside, join a new boot camp class, or get back into your favorite warm weather sport, one thing is for certain—you need to adequately fuel your body.

Though some people may vehemently disagree, weight loss is relatively easy to accomplish. If you really want to lose weight and you commit to taking in fewer calories than you expend, the weight is very likely to come off. So then, what's the tricky part? Maintenance. Let's discuss.

Happy V-Day! Are you ready to challenge your partner today? Your goal is not just to kick your own butt, but your partners, as well! So be prepared to face them at every stop along the way. I find it helps when doing a partner workout to focus on making things as tough as possible for the person in front of you which lets you get done what you need to do. Let's do this!

Did you watch the President’s State of the Union Address? The speech offered a blueprint for moving our country forward – on issues such as jobs, foreign policy, immigration, and education. But, the greatest threat to our nation was NEVER mentioned…until now.

For my boyfriend and I, fitness is a way of life. We enjoy spending time together "actively." On top of being each others workout accountably partners, we love spending time outdoors canoeing, hiking, and snowshoeing. Some of our favorite indoor activities include yoga, fitness classes, and bowling. If you are trying to find an active date, check out my fun ideas!

I know there are a lot of people out there who are under the impression that you have to skip dessert when you're living a healthy lifestyle. I am not one of those people. I believe that thanks to portion control and healthy tweaks, you can fit in a daily dessert into even some of the most rigid nutrition plans.