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How Often Should I Be Exercising?

by Angel Lynn Diamond

08 Nov 2009 02:21 PM

Before starting any exercise routine make sure that you get the "okay" from your physician. Once you have his blessings make out a schedule either on paper or in your mind of an escalating exercise plan. Keeping a journal is particularly helpful.

Getting Fit With Your Four-Legged Friend

by Michele Cheplic

26 Sep 2009 04:48 AM

If you have a crazy work schedule, travel a lot or enjoy experimenting with unstructured fitness plans, then it might be challenging to find a consistent workout partner. Enter man's best friend. Fido and Fifi often make ideal four-legged fitness companions.

Exercise With Your Dog

by Michele Cheplic

18 Sep 2009 11:21 PM

Looking for a new workout partner? Why not enlist the help of your favorite four-legged friend? According to a new study, there are physical and mental health advantages for a dog owner and a dog when they exercise together.

Stick With It or Take a Rest?

by Michele Cheplic

17 Sep 2009 09:38 PM

Once you start exercising, keep it up. That's the message from fitness experts, who claim that there is a huge number of first-time exercisers falling into a pit of despair because they don't see marked changes in their body after only a few weeks of working out.

Score Another One For Upper Body Exercises

by Michele Cheplic

16 Sep 2009 03:57 PM

The next time your upper body aches from working all day, consider skipping the massage and heading to the gym to lift weights. According to a new study, exercise may be able to ease a sore upper body more than some expensive ergonomic interventions or a professional massage.

Follow the Trail

by Michele Cheplic

15 Sep 2009 08:10 PM

The vibrant palette of gorgeous fall colors means one thing... winter is on its way. Don't let autumn's mild temperatures and beautiful scenery go to waste.

Lushes Exercise More

by Michele Cheplic

14 Sep 2009 04:01 PM

Newsflash: That guy you see at the gym grunting near the free weights EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. may be hitting the bottle even harder than he does the pec deck.

Who Rocks Your Workout?

by Michele Cheplic

04 Sep 2009 05:07 AM

It's nearly impossible to go to a gym these days and not be surrounded by runners, weightlifters and stair climbers who aren't sporting iPods or other personal music devices.

Rock Your Workout

by Michele Cheplic

21 Aug 2009 06:38 AM

Do you listen to music while you exercise? If you do, then you might consider cranking up your tunes the next time you are feeling fatigued midway through your third set of tricep dips.

Working Out Outside

by Michele Cheplic

17 Aug 2009 04:06 PM

Why sweat it out in a crowded stinky gym when you can burn calories in the great outdoors this summer? This is the season when many fitness fanatics modify their workouts to take advantage of the sunshine and warm temperatures.



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