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By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 | 
From hand position to body alignment, learn tips and variations on how to properly perform push-ups to ensure you are gaining the maximum benefit from this great bodyweight exercise.
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By Fabio Comana on Wednesday, March 03, 2010 |
It is correct to avoid excessive forward movement of the knee during squatting and lunging movements. It is a myth, however, that you should “never let your knees go past your toes while doing a squat or lunge.
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By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, March 03, 2010 |
Does the idea of whole body vibration exercise have you all shook up? Let's shed some light on this form of training.
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By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, February 24, 2010 |
Struggling to find 30 minutes each day to devote to exercise? Wondering if several 10-minute bouts of exercise throughout the day really provides the same health benefits as 30-minutes of continuous exercise? Let's review the research and discuss simple ways to make your days more physically active.
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By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 |
We know that regular strength training can have many benefits including increasing muscle fiber size and strength as well as increased bone mineral density, but how much weight should we be using and how many repetitions should we be completing in order to maximize our results?
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By Natalie Digate Muth on Wednesday, February 10, 2010 |
Do calories have you confused? Find out how to estimate your caloric needs and learn more about how exercise factors into the equation.
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By Marion Webb on Tuesday, February 02, 2010 |
There really is no ‘one’ best way to train for a half marathon, because a lot of your training will depend on multiple variables: Time to train, your running background (novice vs. experienced runner), current fitness level and mileage, willingness to commit to a training plan, and ability to learn to listen to your body.
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By Natalie Digate Muth on Tuesday, February 02, 2010 |
Ever wonder why weight loss seems so easy for some people yet so difficult for others? Learn what factors contribute to weight loss as well as steps you can take to help you reach your weight loss goals.
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By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, January 27, 2010 |
Let’s discuss the changes that occur in the body during pregnancy and identify stretching and strengthening exercises you can use to help alleviate low back pain.
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By Pete McCall on Wednesday, January 20, 2010 |
If you are looking for a challenging, high-intensity workout that can help you burn as many calories as cross-country skiing without the snow and freezing cold then consider adding kettlebells to your training routine.
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By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, January 13, 2010 |
While more research is needed to fully understand the effects of exercise on the immune system, existing studies have established a link between moderate, regular exercise and a strong immune system.
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By Natalie Digate Muth on Wednesday, January 06, 2010 |
It’s the age-old question – what (and when) to eat to set the stage for a great workout and optimal performance without nagging abdominal pains, hunger pangs, and premature exhaustion?
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By Cedric Bryant on Tuesday, January 05, 2010 |
Is it best to stretch before or after exercising? Available research is inconclusive regarding the optimal time to stretch. In addition, strong evidence is lacking with regard to the beneficial effects associated with pre-exercise stretching (e.g., injury prevention or enhanced athletic performance).
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By Natalie Digate Muth on Tuesday, December 22, 2009 |
The most practical way to learn what works in losing weight and, more importantly, keeping it off, is to ask the people who have overcome the odds and successfully lost and kept off large amounts of weight.
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By Jessica Matthews on Tuesday, December 22, 2009 |
Is exercising leaving you feeling more exhausted than energized? Is your body telling you enough is enough? If so, you may be suffering from an acute case of overtraining.
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By Pete McCall on Tuesday, December 15, 2009 |
Are you wondering how long to follow a total body routine before progressing to split routines? Unsure what type or training is best for you? Find out here.
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By Jessica Matthews on Tuesday, December 15, 2009 |
Experiencing boredom while exercising may be a sign that your current workout program is need of a facelift. To combat boredom, the first thing to do is evaluate what exactly it is about your program (e.g. running on a treadmill) that you find to be boring. Once you’ve pinpointed exactly what it is that is a bit lackluster, try adding some variety to the activity at hand.
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By Jessica Matthews on Tuesday, December 08, 2009 |
The human body is unable to store extra protein. Protein consumed in excess of the body's needs is not used to build muscle; rather, it is used for non-protein bodily functions. If individuals consume protein in excess of their caloric and protein needs, the extra protein will not be stored as protein. Unfortunately such extra protein is converted to and stored as fat.
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By Fabio Comana on Tuesday, December 08, 2009 |
Have you started a running program? Are you having any problems with pain in your shins? It might be shin splints. Find out what causes this common problem to occur and what you can do to alleviate it.
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By Pete McCall on Tuesday, December 08, 2009 |
The effectiveness of smith machines depends on the training goal. If it is a fitness-based goal such as developing muscle hypertrophy (an increase in the size of muscle fibers) for pure aesthetic reasons then the smith machine allows the ability to focus on a specific muscle during a limited range-of-motion, so it can be effective. However, a traditional smith machine does limit movement to one plane of motion...
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By Natalie Digate Muth on Wednesday, December 02, 2009 |
With the New Year upon us, millions of people are thinking hard about their New Year’s resolutions, many of which will likely include ambitious nutrition and fitness goals. Given the increasing ease of measuring body composition and the known benefits of decreasing body fat percentage, it is no surprise that fitness professionals and consumers alike want to know how much body fat they should expect to lose.
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By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 |
Let’s examine how getting enough zzz’s can play a role in warding off unwanted lbs.
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By Pete McCall on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 |
High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is a system of organizing cardiorespiratory training which calls for repeated bouts of short duration, high-intensity exercise intervals intermingled with periods of lower intensity intervals of active recovery.
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By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 |
In the words of Don Henley “all she wants to do is dance.” And in this case, the girl may be on to something…..
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By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, November 04, 2009 |
Uncover what is fact and what is fiction when it comes to vegetarianism.
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By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, October 28, 2009 |
Learn more about how you can strengthen the body, mind and spirit with yoga.
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By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, October 21, 2009 |
Are you searching for long-term motivational strategies? Then look no further!
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By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, October 14, 2009 |
What's fact and what's fiction when it comes to youth strength training? Find out here.
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By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, October 07, 2009 |
Let’s examine the pros and cons of these two popular strength training tools.
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By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, September 30, 2009 |
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.
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By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, September 23, 2009 |
Learn how to safely and effectively engage in aerobic exercise with a little one on the way.
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By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, September 16, 2009 |
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.
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By Jessica Matthews on Tuesday, September 08, 2009 |
The old saying is true- it is possible to have too much of a good thing.
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By Jessica Matthews on Friday, September 04, 2009 |
Let’s shed some light on this common fitness misconception.
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By Jessica Matthews on Friday, September 04, 2009 |
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.
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By Jessica Matthews on Friday, September 04, 2009 |
You've heard the phrase "feel the burn"...now find out how and why it happens.
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By Jessica Matthews on Thursday, September 03, 2009 |
With abs often the center of conversation, it’s time we get to the core of the matter.
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By Jessica Matthews on Thursday, September 03, 2009 |
Every story should have a beginning, middle, and an end- and so should every workout.
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By Jessica Matthews on Thursday, September 03, 2009 |
Let’s separate fact from fiction about the so called “fat-burning zone.”
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By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, September 02, 2009 |
Take a pill and lose weight - is that it?
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By Jessica Matthews on Wednesday, September 02, 2009 |
Find out what cross training can do for you.
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By Jessica Matthews on Tuesday, September 01, 2009 |
Here it is…what you’ve all been waiting for- the well kept secret to achieving that “buffed” look….
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By Jessica Matthews on Tuesday, September 01, 2009 |
To change or not to change…that is the question.
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