Skip to content

Coach Rich Dafter's Fitness, Strength & Endurance Blog

Sharing What Helps Me Stay Fit, Healthy, and Motivated
  • Start Here
  • Home Workouts
  • Strength Training
  • Run, Hike & Walk
  • Longevity Strategies
  • About
  • Search

Coach Rich Dafter's Fitness, Strength & Endurance Blog

Sharing What Helps Me Stay Fit, Healthy, and Motivated
  • Search
  • Start Here
  • Home Workouts
  • Strength Training
  • Run, Hike & Walk
  • Longevity Strategies
  • About
3 Day Split with Autumn Calabrese

3 Day Split with Autumn Calabrese is a program that you do for less than an hour a day three days week. It is available now in the BODi Library. Who says you need to exercise every day to see results? With Autumn Calabrese’s new 3 Day Split miniprogram, you can torch […]

3 Day Split with Autumn Calabrese

Why You Hate Working Out

If you hate working out, it’s hard to view exercise as anything other than a punishment. Keep reading to learn common reasons people hate working out and how to overcome them to increase your exercise motivation. From the BODi Blog – May 31, 2024 | BY: Mackenzie Lobby Havey It’s difficult to […]

Why You Hate Working Out

How Much Water Do We Really Need

How much water do you really need? BODi recommends using body weight as a general guide to get you started. Drink your body weight, divided by two, in ounces. From the BODi Blog – May 30, 2024 | By: Adam Bible I’m a big water drinker, always have been. I keep […]

How Much Water Do You Really Need?

Ways to Boost Your Energy

If you are looking for ways to boost your energy, use these ideas to get more energy for the day ahead. Whether you’re wondering how to feel less tired, zap seasonal affective disorder, or defeat daylight savings time, Sheryl Kraft and Jordan Burchette have some invigorating tips supported by science from the BODi Blog. […]

Boost Your Energy These 12 Ways

Stay Fit While Traveling

Are you looking for ways to stay fit while traveling so you don’t return home feeling worse than when you left? When you travel, do you leave your healthy habits at home? On business trips, it’s easy to overdo it with carb-fest lunches and expense account dinners, sedentary meetings, and […]

10 Ways to Stay Fit While Traveling

Rich Dafter's Training Log

Coach Rich Dafter’s Training Log chronicles his training at 73 after 57 years of running and almost 40 of those years with an autoimmune disorder that began after a car accident on May 17th, 1985. Each day I will share the workout that I did to keep moving even on […]

Coach Rich Dafter’s Training Log

Breathing Techniques to Help You Sleep

These seven breathing techniques to help you sleep harness the power of your breath and may help you get a good night’s rest. You may not need pills, drinks, or weighted blankets to help you fall asleep faster. You may not even need to spend a cent. To find out what […]

Breathing Techniques to Help You Sleep

Mashed Potatoes With Kale (Colcannon)

Mashed potatoes with kale is a St. Patrick’s Day favorite. This colcannon got a healthy makeover that can be served any day of the year. Our recipe developer gave this traditional Irish dish a healthy makeover that doesn’t sacrifice flavor! Mashed Potatoes with Kale (Colcannon)  Prep Time 10 mins  Cook Time 18 mins  Total […]

Mashed Potatoes With Kale (Colcannon)

Strength Training for Beginners

Do you want to know more about strength training for beginners? Scroll down for key facts and tips for getting started from this article by Paige Smith. Strength training is one of the best types of exercises out there. Not only is it a great way to build muscle, burn fat, […]

Strength Training for Beginners

Flourless Brownie Muffins

Flourless brownie muffins come from the 21 Day Fix Meal Plan recipes and are made with chickpeas and unsweetened cocoa powder. This is an easy, healthy, eight-ingredient recipe from the BODi Blog that takes 22 minutes to prepare. These flourless brownie muffins are delicious and healthier than your average muffin. How can […]

Flourless Brownie Muffins

DIG DEEPER from Shaun T is the ultimate body recomposition program. Build the body you’ve always wanted, become mentally unstoppable, and discover what it’s like to be in control of your results with the first-ever weightlifting program from Super Trainer Shaun T. You can now own DIG DEEPER for just $79.95 with […]

DIG DEEPER from Shaun T – Save 15%

XB Pilates Super Block

Is the XB Pilates Super Block Right for Me? Do you love Andrea’s energetic vibe and her signature blend of movements that sculpt all over? Have you been curious about Pilates but don’t know where to begin? The XB Pilates Super Block is your gateway to everything Pilates has to […]

XB Pilates 30-Day Program With Andrea Rogers

The #mbf Muscle Burns Fat 30-Day Program is the October workout program from BODi. Megan Davies brings you her newest moves to get great results. To find out what Megan has in store, scroll down to read, ” Ignite your metabolism. Build muscle. Burn fat. Commit to showing up with […]

#mbf 30-Day Program With Megan Davies

The 4 Weeks For Every Body Super Block with Autumn Calabrese is the classic program reimagined and the Super Block for September. If you’re a fan of Autumn Calabrese or her original 4 Weeks For Every Body program, get ready for this exciting new take on her stabilizing workouts. Maybe you’ve worked […]

4 Weeks For Every Body Super Block Program

Morning Meltdown Super Block

Is the Morning Meltdown Super Block Right for Me? Super Trainer Jericho McMatthews brings a whole new meaning to how you rise ‘n’ shine and feel incredible all day long. Commit to the challenge every morning for the next 3 weeks and you’ll see results all over, inside and out. […]

Morning Meltdown Super Block 30-Day Program

Barre Blend Super Block

The Barre Blend Super Block begins July 3, 2023, and is an inspiring new take on Elise Joan’s amazing Barre Blend workouts program. Scroll down to read this post shared from the BODi Blog. If you’re a fan of Elise Joan or her original Barre Blend program, get ready for this inspiring new take on […]

Barre Blend 30-Day Program

Job 1 + Bike 1

Job 1 + Bike 1 are the June Super Blocks and Jennifer Jacobs is back and ready to make healthy habits your number one priority. She has two Super Blocks that work your entire body and leave you dripping in sweat in just 20 minutes! If you’re a fan of […]

Job 1 + Bike 1 30-Day Programs

Focus T25 and B25 30-Day Workout Program

Are The FOCUS T25 and B25 Super Blocks Right for Me? With the FOCUS T25 and B25 Super Blocks, the moves are new but the focus is the same: YOU. Shaun T makes every second count with nonstop cardio and strength workouts that let you control the intensity. Set your […]

Focus T25 & B25 30-Day Programs

21 Day Fix Super Block

Is the 21 Day Fix Super Block Right for Me? Autumn Calabrese has dialed-in the right combo of resistance training and cardio in the 21 Day Fix Super Block and added her signature motivation and tough love to push you to reach your goals, no matter your fitness level.  If […]

21 Day Fix Super Block 30-Day Program

For Beginners Only Super Block

Is “For Beginners Only” Right for Me? This is for you if you need to learn exercise fundamentals and want to fast-track your progress. By the end, you’ll be ready for another round or excited to take on a different program. Trainer Lacee Green walks you through the basics with […]

For Beginners Only 30-Day Program

Sure Thing with Megan Davies

The Sure Thing program lets you start working out with a science-based approach to fitness called “TYPE TRAINING™”. That means that you will go all-in with your fitness and nutrition knowing that your results are a Sure Thing! Super Trainer Megan Davies is going to help you do just that! Her […]

Sure Thing With Megan Davies

Eating Plans on BODi

Eating Plans on BODi include the complete 2B Mindset and Portion Fix digital eating plans now in the library! Starting today, May 19, the complete 2B Mindset and Portion Fix digital eating plans will be included with every BODi membership. Instead of just “the Basics,” subscribers will now get access […]

Eating Plans on BODi

Abs and Butt Workout

An abs and butt workout at home with just 7 moves? Try this one and get the abs and butt you’ve been trying to get forever! Scroll down and read this BODi Blog post by Kara Wahlgren and get started working your abs and butt. Targeting your abs and glutes […]

Abs and Butt Workout With 7 Moves

Blue Zones Diet and Longevity

Can the Blue Zones Diet help you live longer? The Blue Zones incorporate nine behavioral factors that are believed to extend longevity. Scroll down to learn how in this BODi Blog post by Kate Bayless. There are lots of diets that promise to help you lose weight, feel better, and get healthier. […]

Blue Zones Diet and Longevity

In order to get abs that show, men need to be below 12 percent body fat and women need to be below 22 percent. Find out what Grant Stoddard did to get his body fat measured in this post from the BODi Blog. I’ve got some great news for you. You’ve […]

How to Get Abs That Show

Foods That Give You Energy

Real foods give you energy and certain types of foods and drinks offer more sustained stamina and sharper mental focus than others. In this BODi Blog post by Kristina LaRue, R.D.N., C.S.S.D. and Jordan Burchette you will learn about 24 foods that give you energy and focus. There are times we could […]

Foods That Give You Energy

Holiday Shakeology Recipes

These holiday Shakeology recipes provide you with an alternative to all of the holiday baked goods and drinks and help to curb your cravings for them. We’re shaking spirits bright all season long with these festive Shakeology holiday treats! These healthier takes on your favorite holiday recipes will help you celebrate the […]

Holiday Shakeology Recipes

How to Burn Off Thanksgiving

How much exercise does it take to burn off Thanksgiving? Read on to visualize what it takes to work off a typical Thanksgiving meal. Do you want to lose weight, build muscle, or feel more fit? Join Beachbody On Demand, and get access to Beachbody’s world-famous programs, including 21 Day FIX®, […]

How to Burn Off Thanksgiving

Super Block Unlock Nutritionals

Super Block unlock nutritionals are a great way to get two free Super Block workout programs with the initial purchase from BODi. I get mine every month with my Shakeology subscription and every is in my BODi Library for any time that I want to do it again. Here is […]

Super Block Unlock Nutritionals

Recipe Swaps for a Healthier Thanksgiving

With these recipe swaps, Thanksgiving dinner will have plenty of naturally delicious and totally healthy foods and favorite dishes for a healthier Thanksgiving. When you think about Thanksgiving dinner, you probably picture buttery biscuits, yams dripping with maple syrup, creamy mashed potatoes, and crisp apple pies, and, oh yeah, turkey… […]

Recipe Swaps for a Healthy Thanksgiving

21 Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes

  Whether you’re a pro at hosting Thanksgiving or a first-timer, we’ve got you covered.   We’ve created 21 delicious, healthy Thanksgiving recipes to choose from so you can prepare  a  healthy feast that will please even the pickiest eaters. Spending the holiday as a guest at someone else’s dinner? […]

21 Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes

10 Healthier Thanksgiving Desserts

These healthier Thanksgiving desserts ideas include all of the spice, pumpkin, and apple flavors familiar to a Thanksgiving buffet and are nutrition-friendly Even if your dinner guests have stuffed themselves to the point of food comas on Thanksgiving, they’ll always expect dessert and probably more than one option for dessert. […]

10 Healthier Thanksgiving Desserts

Unlock Hip Flexibility and Strength

You can unlock hip flexibility and strength with the lizard pose or Utthan Pristhasana in Sanskrit, a challenging posture that opens your hips. Scroll down to read this excellent post from Mattie Schuler for those of us who spend too much time sitting, What Is Lizard Pose? Lizard pose is a […]

Unlock Hip Flexibility and Strength

Explore

Best Value
The BODi Annual Subscription
$179 $152.15 for your first year with code HOWTOBEFIT — about $12.68/month
Save 15% on your first year
✓ 225+ fitness programs for every level
✓ Healthy meal plans with 1,000+ recipes
✓ 31-day money-back guarantee
Get Your Annual Subscription
A 7-day free trial may be offered at checkout. $152.15 billed for the first year with code HOWTOBEFIT (after any free trial). Renews at $179 every 12 months.
No Long-Term Commitment
The BODi Monthly Subscription
$35/month
✓ Cancel anytime
✓ 225+ fitness programs for every level
✓ Healthy meal plans with 1,000+ recipes
✓ Save 15% on your first month with code HOWTOBEFIT
Start BODi Monthly
A 7-day free trial may be offered at checkout. Renews at $35 every month until you cancel.
We Are Born to Run: free Facebook group with Coach Rich Dafter for runners, walkers, and hikers

Join Rich Dafter's Free Coaching Facebook Group

Want to Try Blueprint Nutritionals? Get $50 Off Your First Order
Automatically applied, no code needed
Blueprint by Bryan Johnson
Claim Your $50
*As a referrer, I also receive $50 in Blueprint store credit when you complete your first order.
Free • No Credit Card
Try 120+ BODi Workouts Free
Sample workouts from BODi's most popular programs. No trial clock, nothing to cancel.
Create Free Account
POPULAR POSTS
  • How Much Does BODi Cost?
  • The Best BODi Program for You
  • BODi Workout Programs for Weight Loss
  • Get Strong with Kelsey Heenan
  • Try MAX BUILT Free
  • Track Pilates with Autumn Calabrese
  • Scott Jurek's Vegan Pancakes

Posts navigation

  • Newer posts Newer posts
    • 1
    • …
    • 10
    • 11
    • 12
    • …
    • 42
  • Older posts Older posts
21 Day Fix - Try For Free
The Bodi App
LIIFT4 Try for Free

© 2026 Coach Rich Dafter's Fitness, Strength & Endurance Blog – All rights reserved

Powered by WP – Designed with the Customizr theme