Fitness Articles

Fitness | By Albert Alexander @ Sunday, 20th January 2008 @ 2:51 AM

A lot of people I know are dieting. Some of them are actually pretty extreme about it. They will starve themselves, cutting their calories down by a thousand a day, and yet they will not put in the effort to exercise. It seems like a strange paradox to me. There are all these people out there who are willing to cut out food almost entirely, yet they do not have the discipline to make it to the gym a couple times a week! If they would just get out and do some stomach exercises, they would... more...

Fitness | By Albert Alexander @ Sunday, 20th January 2008 @ 2:48 AM

You may be surprised to hear this, but no one goes into yoga teacher training. I know this for a fact. I have been a yoga instructor for eight years, you see, and yoga practitioner for close to 30. I have studied many styles of yoga including ashtanga, Iyengar, and kundalini yoga. I also studied from many teachers, and took classes in yoga styles all around the world. I am an expert in yoga, but I never set out to be. Although people do occasionally make the mistake of going into yog... more...

Fitness | By Albert Alexander @ Sunday, 20th January 2008 @ 2:47 AM

When you are losing weight you have more to think about than how many calories you are taking in each day. You have to worry about getting the right exercise, and you have to worry about toning your muscles. Many forget about their muscles when this should be a major consideration. Did you know that the more muscles you have the more calories you will burn in any given day? When you get your weight off you want to reveal a well tones body and you can accomplish that with a good strength ... more...

Fitness | By Albert Alexander @ Sunday, 20th January 2008 @ 2:45 AM

Exercise is just downright good for you. If you name any random 10 medical conditions and diseases, I'm willing to bet money that some form of frequent exercise is a good treatment or preventative measure for at least 9 of them. Diet and exercise pop up as treatments and preventative measures in so many of the diseases that ail us today, and both of these areas are a good place to focus on if your concerned about your health. Even just some simple walking for exercise can go a long way t... more...

Fitness | By Albert Alexander @ Sunday, 20th January 2008 @ 2:41 AM

A trimmed and toned stomach is something that almost everyone wants. For women, after we give birth, it seems that our stomach muscles just aren't as willing to bounce back to the way they used to be. We all try an abdominal exercise routine but who can really resist the promises made by many of the abdominal exercise machines on the market today? Our bellies can cause us a great deal of grief. So much emphasis is placed on having a trimmed mid-section that if you have an extra littl... more...

Fitness | By Jean Shaw @ Friday, 18th January 2008 @ 11:43 PM

I can honestly say I felt at my best when I was in my thirties. I was physically, mentally and emotionally at my peak and firing on all cylinders. Since then, it's definitely gone down hill and I've lost plenty of brain cells and lean muscle. I haven't lost weight though as muscle has been replaced by fat - plenty of it. Over the years it's crept on. I've gained a pound here, a pound there, but regrettably haven't taken action to get rid of it strai... more...

Fitness | By Jeremy Johnson @ Thursday, 17th January 2008 @ 11:47 AM

Is your new year's resolution to get in shape? Have you decided to become a runner? Is your enthusiasm lagging already? One thing that might give you the boost you need is a little competition. Getting out early one Saturday in the cool air and completing a race with several hundred people doing the same thing you are could give you the motivation you need to keep going. You can find local upcoming races by searching the internet, keeping an eye on your local paper, or checking... more...

Fitness | By Derek Both @ Wednesday, 16th January 2008 @ 10:41 AM

When you think of exercise, you may imagine running in place on a treadmill at the gym. However, losing weight and getting fit does not have to be that boring. People of all ages are beginning to dust off their mountain bikes and get exercise by exploring the world around them. Whether you dream of racing down a steep hill or taking a leisurely ride on an easy trail, mountain biking is a great way to exercise and have fun at the same time. Mountain bikes are a great form of exercise becau... more...

Fitness | By Taylor Ryan @ Sunday, 13th January 2008 @ 10:54 AM

It seems that everyone these days are taking some form of vitamin, whether a multivitamin or a particular supplement. Every day we hear people promising that some vitamin is going to be the cure all pill. But is this really the case? Most nutritionists will agree that most Americans get more than enough vitamins through their diet. If you are eating a proper diet of fruits, veggies, carbs and protein then chances are you are fine. Taking any additional supplements would probably be over k... more...

Fitness | By Peter Woronoff @ Thursday, 10th January 2008 @ 4:06 PM

When you reach a certain age, you actually have gathered some wisdom. You know there is ample information and you know that although information is essential, it is not enough. Being able to put what you know together into successful practice is more important. This is especially important when it comes to staying or recovering your physical fitness. It is not only what you do, but also how to get yourself to do it and do it ell, that is important. That is, not too ... more...

Fitness | By Me-Shell Mijangos @ Thursday, 10th January 2008 @ 12:26 PM

Can you picture yourself waking up every morning on a paradise island, doing yoga, surfing throughout the day, and being fed delicious and healthy meals prepared by a chef? Sounds terrible doesn't it? How could this get any worse? How about if the women's surf camp was a co-ed surf camp? Why would you want to go on a co-ed surf and yoga retreat with your loved one? Shopping at the local mall with your girlfriends or golfing with the fellas are much better options, aren't they? more...

Fitness | By Scott Johns @ Wednesday, 9th January 2008 @ 10:22 PM

When most people think of investing they think of stocks or realestate. Most people do not think about their health when they hear these words. However, what if I were to tell you that there is not more important investment you could ever focus on. That might make you feel a bit uncomfortable if you have been lacking in this area or it will justify you in you great health at this moment in time. The fact is your health is more important than money, stocks, cars or anything at all. How can you en... more...

Fitness | By Jean Shaw @ Wednesday, 9th January 2008 @ 3:04 PM

There are three things I hate doing - shopping, cooking and cleaning, which makes me somewhat different from my friends. Give them a credit card or a cookery book and they are in their element, but we all agree on the cleaning issue. It's so unrewarding. Today, however, cleaning took on a different perspective because of a news item on breakfast TV. As I was encouraging my autistic son to "hurry up", an expression he absolutely hates, my ears pricked up at the mention of C... more...

Fitness | By Don Alexander @ Wednesday, 9th January 2008 @ 10:49 AM

You may improve your health and have a physically fit body by getting into boxing training fitness programs. This is the best way for you to have a stronger body and gain confidence. Boxing workouts can help you to be at your best fighting form as well. Many people see positive results from boxing trainings. You may build stronger and more defined arms and legs. These programs and classes also help you to gain a sense of inner strength and emotional balance. Boxing training classes... more...

Fitness | By Don Alexander @ Wednesday, 9th January 2008 @ 10:47 AM

Do you want to have a stronger and more beautiful body? Then the best thing to do is get on your feet and start doing the resistance training. What Is Resistance Training? Resistance training involves activities that use weights, machines and even body weight to work out the muscles properly. It is also known as strength training or weight training. This can be very helpful in achieving a healthier body. This kind of training is usually associated with athletes who have to b... more...

Fitness | By Jean Shaw @ Wednesday, 9th January 2008 @ 1:12 AM

I have a teenage son who discovered keeping fit about the same time he discovered girls. I'm not complaining because it means I have quite a collection of fitness equipment at my disposal. The thing is, I hate using most of it. However, I do like the treadmill and rowing machine so for the last two weeks I've been using them on a fairly regular basis. I've also been shown some exercises to do using weights. These are supposed to build muscle and firm up all the f... more...

Fitness | By Ranju Kumar @ Thursday, 3rd January 2008 @ 10:41 PM

Everyone want to have a good looking Chest muscles as it is considered as one of the sexiest muscle group in the body. But there seems to be a lot of confusion in people, especially in the beginners mind about how exactly to develop a full balanced chest. Do not worry, I will tell you how to build a beautiful and a sexy chest by using these exercises: 1. Bench Press- The bench press is one of the useful workouts that help in building a good looking chest especially the major muscl... more...

Fitness | By Ranju Kumar @ Thursday, 3rd January 2008 @ 9:24 PM

Do you lack workout equipment?Are you in a shortage of money and cannot afford a gym membership?Want to know a secret way to exercise anytime,anywhere that will allow you to burn fat without lifting much weight or without using equipment? Forget all those fancy equipments, costly gym membership and sharing those equipments with sticky, sweaty strangers. Forget about spending lots of time in the gym. You can do this bodyweight training course at home before or after work. Here are... more...

Fitness | By David Horne @ Wednesday, 2nd January 2008 @ 8:17 PM

Strength training is required to help develop a "base" from which an athlete can build upon and become faster. Strength is required before power training and it helps to lay the foundation for overall body conditioning. I have found that strength is the single most dominant factor in predicting and also improving speed. It is not the only factor but it is definitely the main one that can bring about the most significant results. If you have not performed a regular strength trainin... more...

Fitness | By Ranju Kumar @ Wednesday, 2nd January 2008 @ 2:44 PM

Warm ups are very essential before and after any workout activity. Warm ups activities allow the body to wake up and helps in blood circulation avoiding injuries. They increase the temperature of the body, making the muscles more flexible and receptive to a good workout. Simple warm up allows your body to adjust to the exercise you are about to perform. First let me tell you few benefits of warm ups: 1.Increased movement of blood and makes the muscles more flexible. 2.Prep... more...