While most of us think that burning calories only happens at the gym, the truth is that your body is burning calories round the clock — even when you’re relaxing, sleeping and eating! Your metabolism is running at a specific rate throughout the day, and certain activities only increase this…
by Matt Wysong Nobody wants to be a dumb bell when working out at their local gym. That is why remembering some basic fitness etiquette and following some simple rules is so important. Rule #1: Leave no trace evidence behind. Criminal investigators will always look for tiny bits of evidence…
If you’re a certain age, you remember doing endless leg lifts in your best Jane Fonda costume to terrible 80s pop music. Fast forward a bit, and it’s sweaty spinning classes that attract the masses. Whatever the year, there has always been one hot workout trend that everyone is offering…
At first glance, smoking and exercising do not seem to go hand in hand. Smokers are generally not known for their stamina and overall good health. They do, however, put their health in jeopardy if they do not engage in some kind of exercise to offset the health effects of…
Hiring a trainer can be a wonderful boost to your fitness routine or a tremendous waste of precious money, depending on your reasons and expectations. Knowing what a trainer can and can’t do for you may help you make the best decision for your personal needs. A trainer CAN: Help…
Maintaining an exercise routine through the spring can be tough. Who wants to be inside working out when the birds are singing and the sun is shining? Yet we all know the importance of staying consistent with exercise. Check out the following five suggestions to stay motivated to keep up…
Working out without seeing any results? It could be you’re not doing the right kind of exercise for your body. By identifying and understanding your body type, you can devise an effective exercise program that works for you. Endomorphs, Ectomorphs and Mesomorphs Exercise science has identified three main categories of…
Weight lifting can be a woman’s best friend. While men have long enjoyed the benefits of strength training, women have tended to shy away from the activity, fearing the body builder look. Fear no more, ladies. Incorporating weight lifting into your workout routine provides important benefits necessary to a woman’s…
You’ve thought about it for a long time and have decided that you’re ready to make the commitment. But before you jump in too soon and find yourself stuck in a yearlong contract, there are a few things you need to consider before joining a gym. Gyms come in all…
For great abs, you need two things: A little knowledge and a little action. Start with the knowledge. The first thing you should know is that crunches are a lot of pain for little gain. True, they will shape and tone the outer layer of abdominal muscles but shaping jelly…