A marathon is the ultimate dream for many runners. People who have been running for years and some that have never run a day in their life love the idea of finishing a marathon. There seems to be something magical about the concept of a marathon, almost as if it seems super-human to compete in [...]

A group of muscles that often gets neglected in stomach exercise routines are the transverse abdominals, the core muscles that lie below the rectus abdominus. Most abdominal exercises target the rectus abdominus and the vertical abdominals, ignoring the transverse abdominals. Even crunches, the staple of most abdominal workouts, do nothing for the transverse abdominals. These [...]

With the onset or conclusion of menopause, women will experience changes in their body shape, size and overall energy level.  Women may not be able to avoid menopause, but with the right exercise program, they can avoid some of the physical changes that go along with it.
Exercise for Weight Loss
Regular weight training can help [...]

The numbers on your scale do not indicate whether you are fit or fat. Far more significant than your total body weight is the composition of your body tissue. If a man’s fatty tissue is bigger than 14% up to 15% of his body mass, or if a woman’s is more than 20% to 22%, [...]

Did you know that the National Institute of Health has estimated that 4 out of 5 Americans suffer from back pain at some time or the other in their lives?
Unfortunately, back pain afflicts a person suddenly and without giving any prior symptoms. When affected, one must use their body’s own healing ability to combat the [...]

If you are a runner, then I am sure that you will know about calf cramps.
Picture this scenario if you will. Let’s say that you are 7.5k into a 10k run and the road starts to incline. Ever so slightly, but enough to put that extra strain on your legs as you try to maintain [...]

Undoubtedly your abdomen (or ‘abs’) is vital. Your lower abs is a large muscle containing your stomach, liver and intestines, your kidneys and bladder, and your reproductive organs. Your abs assists to protect them from damage. Maintaining your abs in healthy shape will assist you to look toned. Plus an abs routine is a [...]

Without doubt trampolining is an excellent method to get fit while having fun at the same time. Just watching the kids spending hours on end bouncing up & down on their tramps is proof of the fun aspect. However how do you find the right trampoline for you? Like so many other products these days, [...]

Setting up your own home gym equipment is an excellent way for you to keep in shape, stay healthy and keep and build muscle tone. There are many home gym equipment reviews online that tout the benefits of the home gym. You can exercise at home in relative ease. The equipment allows you to [...]

Have you noticed the following? Almost every time you turn on your TV these days, there is another commercial for exercise equipment. The latest and greatest treadmill or the second to none all in one machine are advertised on a daily basis. And why not? Consumers love them. We’re always looking for ways to shape [...]