You’re never too out of shape to start to improve, but you CAN be too out of shape to start a particular fitness program. A great example of “too much…
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There are two primary versions of basic exercise: Cardiovascular training (aerobic exercise) and strength training. Cardio workouts are pretty straightforward — a repetitive activity that elevates your heart rate. Typical…
Staying fit through the holidays is a real challenge, both physically and mentally. Here are some simple tips to help you keep your fitness through the holidays: Keeping your fitness…
Interval training and Circuit training are both smart ways to exercise if you want to burn more fat and get into great shape. But if you pit interval training vs…
These biggest workout mistakes can stall out any progress. You’ve been diligently following your workout schedule. You’re exercising every day, lifting weights, and breathing hard. You copy your favorite workouts…
How often have you skipped a workout, or put off starting an exercise program because you think you don’t have time? How can you find time to exercise when there’s…
How to become vegetarian. Tips for vegetarians. Vegetarian protein. Common vegetarian nutrient deficiencies. Below are many things every vegetarian should know: Quitting Meat Giving up meat doesn’t have to be…
Exercise burns fat, everyone knows that. But did you know that you also burn fat without exercise? Your body is always chewing up fat for energy. How much energy you…
You want to get your family to eat healthy, but you’re getting pushback. You want to lose weight, but the rest of your family is resistant to making any changes….
If you’re unfamiliar with squat rack etiquette in the gym, here are some things to think about while you’re training. The typical gym only has one or two squat racks in…
With rising food prices, many people are looking for less expensive ways to feed their families. Sure, a fast-food hamburger or a box of prepared Mystery Helper is an inexpensive…
What if everything you’ve been told about exercise and fat loss was wrong? I’m not really sure how the trend started, but somewhere along the way most people have been…
Which is better for weight loss, cardio or weight training? This is one of the most-debated questions in fitness. If you google this question, you will find opinions on both…
It’s odd how “themes” come and go in waves. This week I’ve been hit with multiple situations where someone asking about personal training had either been on a hiatus from…