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Factors to Consider When Exercising at the Beach

by Michele Cheplic

16 Aug 2009 11:50 PM

The beach is a great place to work on your tan, but it's also a fabulous place to work on your physique. There are dozens of exercises you can do at the beach that will provide you with tremendous health benefits.

Advantages of Working Out at the Beach

by Michele Cheplic

15 Aug 2009 06:48 AM

The gym is not the only place to exercise. During the summer months consider heading to the beach to work out. Not only will the change of venue inspire you to move more, but also the sand, surf and fresh air can add fun and variety to your workout.

Burning Calories at the Beach

by Michele Cheplic

14 Aug 2009 06:15 AM

Swimming, chasing after naked kids and digging in the sand are great ways to burn calories during your beach vacation.

Fitness and Sleep

by Michele Cheplic

12 Jul 2009 08:55 AM

If you have ever tried hitting the gym or getting in your daily run while sleep deprived, then you probably know that fatigue and fitness training don't mix. But, just how bad is it to exercise when you are dog-tired? Pretty bad, according to a new report.

Train Like a Trooper

by Michele Cheplic

21 Jun 2009 10:00 PM

Do you know what it takes to train for a job in the military? If you thought your fitness regime was intense, consider what potential pilots for the U.S. Air Force must endure. A fascinating new public release distributed by the Armed Forces details the Air Force's new fitness program.

Summer Vacation Exercise Tips

by Michele Cheplic

20 Jun 2009 07:02 PM

Don't let your annual summer road trip put the brakes on your exercise routine. Traveling shouldn't be an excuse to stop working out. Rather, look at your trip as a way to spice up your fitness regime.

Tips for Staying Fit While Traveling

by Michele Cheplic

16 Jun 2009 04:42 AM

Summer's here, and with it comes family vacations and other holiday road trips. However, just because you are away from home doesn't mean that you have to compromise your daily fitness routine.

More Fitness Myth Busters

by Michele Cheplic

13 Jun 2009 06:25 PM

Apparently, big muscles aren't all they're cracked up to be. According to a new study, not only does exercise not boost metabolism as much as widely believed, but even more shocking, is the fact that increased muscle mass doesn't speed up weight loss either.

Bad News for Fat Burners

by Michele Cheplic

07 Jun 2009 11:49 PM

I was a believer. One of the reasons I started running marathons and lifting weights was because I wanted to lose weight. I bought into the notion that exercise helped improve the body's ability to burn fat for as long as 24 hours after a workout.

It's Never Too Late to Get Moving

by Michele Cheplic

18 May 2009 12:47 PM

A new report claims that people who put off regular exercise until they hit the age of 50 can still benefit from physical activity. That's the good news. The bad news is that it appears to take 10 years for the effects to kick in.



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