Julz Arney

Indoor cycling comes with a language all its own, and if you’re not fluent, you may be left wondering what to do or how to get the most out of your workout. Fitness pro Julz Arney explains the terms you need to know, as well as how to manipulate the settings of the bike, to maximize your indoor cycling experience.

Foam rolling—also known as self-myofascial release—has become increasingly popular for reducing muscle tension and improving overall athletic performance. Fitness expert Julz Arney shares her top techniques for foam rolling, along with five great moves targeting the lower body, that will keep you pain-free during and after your workouts.

When it comes to low-impact, high-energy workouts, it’s tough to beat indoor cycling classes. But an improperly fitting bike can quickly derail your efforts and keep you out of the saddle indefinitely. Whether you’re a beginning cycler or just getting back on the bike after a break, here are some easy tips for adjusting your bike for a great fit—and a great workout.

There is nothing quite like a committed workout partner to help keep you on track and make your exercise time more fun. Here are some great tips on how to choose the right training buddy and how you can help each crush your fitness goals.

Functional fitness is not only a great way to get in shape, but it’s both time efficient and a lot of fun! And, because you are strengthening multiple muscle groups simultaneously and completing full-body movements, your overall calorie expenditure is increased. Check out these 5 functional moves that challenge just about every major muscle group and are so much fun you may even forget you’re exercising.

There’s nothing quite like music to get your feet moving and your body rocking, especially during a workout, and there’s a ton of research to prove it. But do you know how to use music to your best advantage? Here are some great tips for creating music mixes that are sure fire up your workouts.

Barre classes have become hugely popular in recent years, garnering a devoted following from women of all ages. And there’s no question these classes are effective, but there are a few moves that, with a little tweaking, could be even better. Try these great updates to four popular barre exercises, which offer a more efficient and effective workout.

Are you struggling to make progress on your fitness or weight-loss goals? The secret to success could be in tracking your food intake and activity levels. Sure, tracking sounds like a lot of work, but several new products make it much easier—and even fun—to track your progress and help you identify factors that might be holding you back.

Even if becoming a full-time runner is not be high on your list of goals, participating in a 5K as a runner, jogger, walker or even in a wheelchair as a challenged athlete is a great way to rediscover your inspiration for leading an active lifestyle.

How can you be sure that the group fitness class you want to try is really right for you? Instead of wasting precious workout time on classes that don’t suit you, follow these five steps to increase your chances of getting the most out of the next group fitness class that catches your eye.

Some families are naturally inclined to be active, while others have to work a little harder to develop a culture of healthy fitness. Regardless of where your family falls on the continuum, here are some fun and family-friendly tips that will encourage your children to live a healthy lifestyle and build a culture of fitness-play in your family.

What’s your fitness goal? Weight loss? Increased strength? Want to run a 10K? Choosing the right group exercise class to meet your individual fitness goals can be a challenge, so we asked fitness expert Julz Arney to break down four of the most common health and fitness goals and the classes that can best help you get the results you’re looking for.

Ready to try out some new fitness classes, but aren’t sure where to start? It can be tough to pick a new workout, especially when the names of the classes don’t always let you know what to expect. Fitness expert Julz Arney has all the info on four brand-new workouts—Shockwave, Barry’s Bootcamp, Orange 60 and R.I.P.P.E.D.—to help you decide if they’re worth your time.

Trying to get pumped up for your next workout? You might want to consider looking at your music selection—if it’s a little stale, you may not be maximizing the benefits of your workout time. Julz Arney explains why taking a few minutes to create the right playlist can go along way toward improving your results, and offers her favorite mixes for both cardio and interval-training workouts.

Each of us are given the same amount of time each day to complete our to do lists—1,440 minutes, to be exact. Are you making the most of yours? Or are you finding that your priorities slip to the bottom of the list as more-urgent, though less-important, tasks fill up your time? Julz Arney has some great tips for organizing your day, maximizing your time and making room in your life for the things that matter most to you.

Ready to try a completely new and unique fitness class? Three great new options—GROOV3, Piloxing and Pound—are creating a lot of buzz in the fitness world, but are they worth your time? Do they really offer a great workout or are they more glitz than grit? We’ve got the scoop…

Thinking about trying out a new group fitness class at your local gym or studio? It’s important to choose wisely, because instructors have the power to make your fitness experience both fun and effective, or they can make it a miserable memory you’ll go out of your way to avoid. Here’s how to choose the right instructor who will keep you coming back to class time and again.

Looking for some fun ways to add some variety and challenge to your workouts? With or without a partner, you can up the competition factor—and enhance the intensity and effectiveness of your workouts—with these creative techniques.

Your schedule may be stressed to the max, but that doesn’t mean you have to be. Take a few minutes to yourself to enjoy a bite-sized yoga workout that lasts the length of some of our favorite songs. Developed by group fitness expert Julz Arney, each flow has a unique theme to help you unwind and find peace amidst a busy holiday season.

With Thanksgiving fast approaching, how about channeling your competitive energy into doing something good to support an individual or a cause you believe in? Learn how you can use your healthy body and turn your fitness into thankfulness by supporting some great causes. From walking shelter dogs to cycling to raisefunds for cancer research, your efforts can go a long way toward making the world a better place.

Dancing is not only a fun way to release some energy and show off your personality, it’s also a great way to burn calories. Whether you're dancing at home to your favorite Glee episode or showing off your Gangnam-style moves, ACE’s Julz Arney’s dance tips will appeal to everyone from the shyest wallflowers to the hippest dancing divas!

For many dedicated gym-goers, indoor cycling is more than a workout – it’s an addiction! On days when you can’t make it to your favorite class or when your work days is stretched longer than normal, check out this workout from Julz Arney, an ACE-certified Group Fitness Instructor and Lead Master Trainer for Schwinn® Cycling. You’ll get your heart pumping and your legs racing just like you would in class.