We live in a fast-paced world amidst technology that makes things happen in an instant. Hence, we expect every aspect of our lives to follow suit, we even feel think that losing weight or obtaining the perfect body should be instantaneous. It isn’t easy to admit that such a feat…
by Trent Lorcher In this age of technology, many fitness buffs have forgotten the benefits of old-school workouts. They’ve traded gym shorts for spandex, blacktop for treadmills, and t-shirts for sports bras. If you’ve reached a fitness plateau, want to jump start your fitness routine, or just need to get…
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…
Have you spent hours on the treadmill and elliptical machine each week but still aren’t getting results? You’re probably stuck in a fitness rut where your body has adapted to your workout routine and just doesn’t respond to the activity like it used to. The best way to get over…
Have you lost your motivation to work out? Getting stuck in a fitness rut is a common cause of the exercise doldrums that might cause you to skip your workout routine completely and fall back into unhealthy habits. Still, there are dozens of ways to freshen up your workout routine…
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…
While some workout gadgets are worth their weight in gold, others are a complete waste of time and effort. Using workout tools correctly should lead to positive results, and each item should be affordable. These five effective gadgets deliver in both departments: Stability Ball Whether called a fitness ball, yoga…
Flat six-pack abs seems to be what everyone strives for when they hit the gym or get exercising. And why not? A strong core is the cornerstone of a healthy and strong body; toned abs look great; and a midsection without body fat is an excellent way to reduce the…
Let’s face it, most of us live pretty busy lives and the amount of time spent exercising does eat up what little free time a lot of us have. I don’t like to waste my free time any more than anyone else, so if I am going to use it…
Whether you work out at the gym or outdoors, at home or while playing a sport, wearing the right workout attire is essential for staying comfortable and finishing your routine successfully. Wearing the wrong type of clothing can take its toll on your performance and hold you back from doing…