Jennifer Rizzuto
Jennifer Rizzuto is a freelance writer and certified personal trainer based in Long Island, NY. She covers various fitness-related topics and reviews for Tom's Guide. She also writes sketch comedy and short films, and performs frequently as an actor, singer, and improviser. When she's not writing, working out, or performing, you'll find her trying to convince her husband to get a dog.
Latest articles by Jennifer Rizzuto
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You don't need squats or lunges — I tried this 30-minute standing HIIT workout, and here's what happened to my body
By Jennifer Rizzuto last updated
This standing cardio workout is low-impact, no-repeat and doesn't include squats or lunges. Here's how to do it without any equipment.
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I tried this 12-minute resistance band glute workout — here's what happened to my lower body
By Jennifer Rizzuto published
This short lower body workout helps strengthen your whole lower body and works your glutes hard, but I wouldn't recommend it for beginners.
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10 best cross training shoes 2025: tried, tested and reviewed by fitness experts
By Sam Hopes last updated
The best cross training shoes for weightlifting, CrossFit, and Hyrox, including models from Nike, Reebok, R.A.D, and NOBULL.
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What are the best running hats? I'm a marathon runner and these are my top picks
By Jennifer Rizzuto last updated
Come rain or sunshine, a running hat is there to protect your head from the elements. Here's our list of the best running hats you can buy in 2025.
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The best running sunglasses 2025 according to our testing
By Jessica Downey last updated
Quality running sunglasses for all runners
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I just tried this 30-minute Pilates workout without equipment — here's what happened to my body
By Jennifer Rizzuto published
Just 30 minutes and a mat to strengthen your whole body
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I did banded lateral walks every day for a week — here’s what happened to my glutes and lower body
By Jennifer Rizzuto published
How a week of banded lateral walks affected my hips and glutes
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I’m a personal trainer — this 4-move resistance band routine strengthens your shoulders without weights
By Jennifer Rizzuto published
This short resistance band routine is designed to work your shoulders, add stability and boost upper-body strength in just 4 moves with a single resistance band.
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I ditched the gym for this 25-minute dumbbell workout — here's what happened to my body
By Jennifer Rizzuto published
Build full-body muscle with just a pair of weights
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I ditched planks for this 5-move deep core workout — here's what happened to my abs
By Jennifer Rizzuto published
5 moves, 1 dumbbell, 20 minutes to a stronger core
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Recumbent vs. upright exercise bikes: which indoor bike is right for you?
By Jennifer Rizzuto published
Comparing recumbent vs. upright exercises bikes? Here’s how they differ.
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I’m a personal trainer — here’s why I don’t start a workout before doing these 3 exercises
By Jennifer Rizzuto published
You don't need any equipment for this short warm-up routine, designed to stretch your muscles, engage your core, and boost your circulation.
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I’m a personal trainer — this one exercise will strengthen your glutes, quads, and inner thighs
By Jennifer Rizzuto published
This single lower-body move helps strengthen your legs and engage your core, no weights required.
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I tried this 20-minute lower-body workout to strengthen my legs and core — here's the results
By Jennifer Rizzuto published
This short routine is designed to work your legs, glutes, and core to improve your lower body stability and posture without a weight in sight.
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You don't need planks to build a stronger core, just this 4-move bodyweight abs workout
By Jennifer Rizzuto last updated
This short routine is designed engage the deepest muscles in your core to help boost your balance, improve your posture, and increase your stability without a plank in sight.
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Forget the gym — I tried this 20-minute equipment-free Pilates workout to strengthen my core and improve my posture
By Jennifer Rizzuto published
This short Wall Pilates routine is designed to work your core muscles, improve your posture and undo the effects of sitting without a weight in sight.
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I’m a personal trainer — here are 3 reasons I added the 90/90 hip stretch to my warm-ups
By Jennifer Rizzuto published
This stretch only takes 60 seconds but can increase your range of motion, relieve lower body tension, and get your muscles ready for your workout.
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I added this 5-move ‘kettlebell flow’ routine to my workouts — here’s what happened
By Jennifer Rizzuto published
This short kettlebell flow routine builds full-body strength and endurance and boosts flexibility. Here's what happened when a personal trainer tried it.
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10 of the best dumbbell chest exercises for building your upper body and growing muscle
By Jennifer Rizzuto last updated
We look at the best dumbbell chest exercises for building strength and definition in your chest muscles.
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I meditated for 10 minutes before exercise every day for a week — here's what happened to my mind and body
By Jennifer Rizzuto published
I decided to add a short meditation before every workout to see if it'd help me train more effectively, improve my form, and calm my mind. Here's what happened.
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Yosuda Indoor Cycling Stationary Bike review
By Jennifer Rizzuto last updated
The Yosuda Indoor Cycling Stationary Bike isn't a Peloton replacement, but this mid-range exercise bike is comfortable, stable, and durable enough for leisurely sessions and intense rides.
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Forget running — I tried this 30-minute Zumba workout for my daily cardio instead
By Jennifer Rizzuto published
This dance-inspired routine helped worked muscles all over my body, raised my heart rate, and was actually a lot of fun.
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Forget burpees — this 5-move low-impact workout works your whole body in just 15 minutes
By Jennifer Rizzuto published
This short equipment-free cardio routine is kind on your knees, but no less effective at raising your heart rate and boosting your cardio fitness.
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