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Question: I am 18 this year and I do about 30-40 pull ups every night before I go to bed. I don’t seem to be able to hit a number that is higher than 40 and I am wondering whether this is due to a lack of rest, since I do this every single night without fail. If the lack… Read more »
I hope you benefit from the free exercise tips that I’m going to be sharing with you! 😀 Tips Before Exercising Free Exercise Tips 1: Warm Up Before Stretching The thinking that many people have is to stretch before warming up. This is actually false. You should warm up first, either by jogging, doing jumping jacks and so on to warm… Read more »
Question: I was wondering if I could simply do muscle toning exercise like push ups to remove the fat from my arms? Similarly, can I do squats to remove fat from my leg? How else can I go about removing the fat in these two problematic areas of mine? I hope you can help me as I will be greatly… Read more »
Chances are you’ve found the motivation to start looking at exercise programs for yourself – millions of Americans do every day – whether it be health, that upcoming high-school reunion, or those jeans that didn’t quite fit this morning. So here are some ways to start a successful program and develop a sensible workout routine: 1. Select appropriate activities. Ask yourself these questions: Do… Read more »
Regular, gentle exercise can have many benefits for people with arthritis. It can: Facilitate joint nourishment Ease pain and joint stiffness improve flexibility Build muscular strength and improve balance Reduce joint deformity and improve posture Reduce the effects of osteoporosis (thinning of the bones) by maintaining bone density Improve overall health and fitness Lower stress levels Maintain a healthy body… Read more »
Are you making mistakes when you exercise that make your workout ineffective? Or worse yet, are you doing things that could lead to costly injuries? Whether you’re a veteran or novice at exercising you need to be sure you’re getting the best workout possible. The American Council on Exercise (ACE) surveyed 3,000 certified fitness professionals and asked them what are… Read more »
Does the thought of getting up off the sofa to do your workout clothes leave you feeling less than motivated? If so, maybe all you need is a fitness partner! While we try to provide you with online motivation and support, you may need additional motivation by including a spouse, relative or friend into your fitness program. Studies show that married… Read more »