You’ve been working with machines, exercising your heart out and eating a balanced, nutritious diet. The evidence, however, is staring at you in the mirror: Your gluteus is particularly maximus. What could you possibly be doing wrong? The unfortunate answer is probably the type of exercise you’re doing. A large…
Anyone seriously attempting to lose weight knows the major principle of weight loss: burn more calories than you take in, and you will drop pounds. Burn less, and the number on the scale will go up. So the questions is, with so many workout options and classes out there to…
You may have caught sight of hundreds of workout DVDs at the local store or movie rental outpost, but how do you know which one is the best fit for your fitness goals? From kickboxing cardio to hip-hop dance workouts, there’s a workout for all fitness levels and tastes. However,…
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…
Fitballs. Swiss exercise balls. Stability balls. They are three different names for one very effective piece of exercise equipment. Originally used to assist physical therapists, this giant inflatable ball adds entertainment to your workout. You can sit on the Fitball, lie on it, roll on it, put your feet on…
Beyond firming your belly, strength in the abdominals is essential because the abs’ central location in the torso makes them a linchpin of bodily movement. The abdominal muscles consist of four muscle groups layered at the front and sides of the torso. They are crucial for keeping your trunk firm,…
Breast lift without surgery. Is it possible? Absolutely. You do not need to go under the knife to have a beautiful bust. Simple exercise really does work. But contrary to popular belief, doing chest exercises alone will not dramatically improve the appearance of your bust. You need to target your…
Women’s health magazines give us plenty of tips and workout ideas for getting in shape fast and “blasting” away the fat, but most of these exercises are too intensive for women who are pregnant. Keeping up with your fitness regimen during pregnancy is possible with the right types of exercises…
Exercising and dieting are tasks that are very difficult for many of us — just the thought of it makes us queasy. There are some simple ways to get out and get fit, and you just might enjoy yourself, too. Some people like to get up and head to the…
Fall is an invigorating time of year to work out. Many times you get that slogged feeling where you don’t feel like working out due to the excessive summer heat. Feel refreshed and alive again as the heat and humidity of summer lift. Autumn is one of the best seasons…