The state of the economy is tough on everyone. We are all copiously scouring our expenses looking for ways to cut back and save money. Unfortunately, one of the first things to go are the gym memberships and personal training sessions. But that doesn’t mean you have to toss your exercise r[...]
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October 8th, 2009 - 3:53 pm § in Top Tips, Weight Loss
Interval Training to Blast Calories and Improve Fitness
If you’re looking to kick your cardio routine up a notch, vastly improve your fitness and lung capacity, and burn through more calories each session, then you’ve got to add interval training. Interval training entails alternating between bouts of higher efforts (at about 90 percent of [...]
October 7th, 2009 - 4:23 pm § in Top Tips, Weight Loss
Change up: Don’t Get Stuck in a Workout Rut
Humans are creatures of habit by nature, and all too often we will let ourselves slip into the same old fitness routine day in and day out. The problem with this, is not only are we soon simply ‘going through the motions’ and sometimes zoning out and not putting in the effort we should[...]
October 6th, 2009 - 10:46 am § in Top Tips, Weight Loss
Kick-up Your Workout With Plyometrics
Plyometrics are exercises that are explosive movements that will not only build muscle but torch calories. They specifically target fast twitch muscle fibers and improve your power and agility. They are great for athletes looking to improve their times and performance, but can be an excellent addi[...]
The Power of the Core
Your body’s central powerhouse lies in your core and all the muscles that comprise it. Your core is more than just your abs, and while many of us strive for that elusive six-pack, if you neglect the other muscles making up this region you are setting yourself up for injury. Your core inclu[...]