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Ask the Expert Have an exercise, fitness or healthy living question that you’ve been wanting to ask? Looking for reliable information you can count on? Each week, Jessica will select one question and provide an answer from ACE experts including our team of certified personal trainers, exercise physiologists, ACE’s Chief Science Officer, Dr. Cedric Bryant and guest experts to help you separate fitness fact from fiction. Send your questions to us.

What is High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) and what are the benefits?

By Pete McCall on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 | 0 Comments


What is High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) and what are the benefits?




What are the benefits of dance inspired workouts?

By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 | 0 Comments


In the words of Don Henley “all she wants to do is dance.” And in this case, the girl may be on to something…..




Are vegetarian diets safe?

By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, November 04, 2009 | 2 Comments


Uncover what is fact and what is fiction when it comes to vegetarianism.




I’m considering taking yoga classes….what are the benefits of practicing yoga?

By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, October 28, 2009 | 1 Comments


Learn more about how you can strengthen the body, mind and spirit with yoga.




I can easily start an exercise program, but lose motivation long-term. What can help?

By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, October 21, 2009 | 1 Comments


Are you searching for long-term motivational strategies? Then look no further!




Is it safe for children to strength train?

By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, October 14, 2009 | 1 Comments


What's fact and what's fiction when it comes to youth strength training? Find out here.




When strength training, is it better to use machines or free weights?

By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, October 07, 2009 | 7 Comments


Let’s examine the pros and cons of these two popular strength training tools.




What can I expect when working with a personal trainer?

By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, September 30, 2009 | 2 Comments


Ever thought about working with a personal trainer, but are unsure what it will be like? Let’s shed some light on what to expect from a training session, as well as examine how a personal trainer can kick start or revamp your fitness routine.




I recently found out that I’m pregnant. Are there guidelines for cardio exercise during pregnancy?

By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, September 23, 2009 | 0 Comments


Learn how to safely and effectively engage in aerobic exercise with a little one on the way.




Can you offer some basic guidelines for avoiding overuse injuries associated with running?

By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, September 16, 2009 | 0 Comments


If you’re like me (or Forrest Gump) you love to run. Let’s discuss ways to keep your mileage up while keeping your risk for overuse injuries down.




I’m looking to gain weight and add muscle to my frame- should I be consuming extra protein?

By Jessica Matthews on Tuesday, September 08, 2009 | 1 Comments


The old saying is true- it is possible to have too much of a good thing.




Why is the concept of spot reduction considered a myth?

By Jessica Matthews on Friday, September 04, 2009 | 1 Comments


Let’s shed some light on this common fitness misconception.




Will creatine supplements increase the size and strength of my muscles?

By Jessica Matthews on Friday, September 04, 2009 | 0 Comments


Wondering what the buzz is all about? Confused as to whether or not creatine will really make you a lean, mean, powerful machine? Let’s discuss the truth behind the hype.




What causes muscle soreness and how is it best relieved?

By Jessica Matthews on Friday, September 04, 2009 | 0 Comments


You've heard the phrase "feel the burn"...now find out how and why it happens.




Should I train my abdominals every day? Also, what ab exercises are best?

By Jessica Matthews on Thursday, September 03, 2009 | 3 Comments


With abs often the center of conversation, it’s time we get to the core of the matter.




Are the warm-up and cool-down portions of a workout really that important?

By Jessica Matthews on Thursday, September 03, 2009 | 0 Comments


Every story should have a beginning, middle, and an end- and so should every workout.




I’ve heard that performing aerobic workouts at a low intensity is best for losing body fat - is that true?

By Jessica Matthews on Thursday, September 03, 2009 | 0 Comments


Let’s separate fact from fiction about the so called “fat-burning zone.”




What can you tell me about the FDA approved over-the-counter diet pill "Alli"?

By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, September 02, 2009 | 2 Comments


Take a pill and lose weight - is that it?




What is cross training and why is it important?

By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, September 02, 2009 | 0 Comments


Find out what cross training can do for you.




What’s the secret to looking cut?

By Jessica Matthews on Tuesday, September 01, 2009 | 0 Comments


Here it is…what you’ve all been waiting for- the well kept secret to achieving that “buffed” look….




Should I change up my workout routine?

By Jessica Matthews on Tuesday, September 01, 2009 | 0 Comments


To change or not to change…that is the question.





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