Best Budget Elliptical Trainers
Written by admin on January 20, 2010 – 4:52 am -Fitness reviews say that, in general, the best elliptical trainers cost at least $1,000. If $1,000 is beyond your budget for an elliptical trainer, you still have some options, but experts say you shouldn't expect a low-end machine to offer the same flexibility and durability as more expensive elliptical trainers. That's most evident in the manufacturer warranty. On the higher-quality elliptical machines above, one-year warranties are standard, but less expensive models often only back their machines with a 90-day warranty. Reviews like the Schwinn 418 (est $800) , which wins a couple of best-buy ratings. The Schwinn 418 has a flywheel design, like the Smooth elliptical trainers above, and the handlebars move, providing an upper body workout.... more
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7 WAYS TO BURN FAT FASTER
Written by admin on January 12, 2010 – 9:12 pm -LOSE YOUR EXTRA POUNDS WITH THESE PRO TIPS by Genevieve Monsma Time your pre-meal snack Eating a low-carbohydrate protein bar 90 minutes before you work out will enable you to exercise longer and harder (and burn more calories) than you normally would, says Steve Zim, author of “Hot Point Fitness.” However, that 90-minute mark is crucial. Eat any closer to your workout and blood will rush to your stomach, actually diminishing your performance. Breathe through your nose Inhaling and exhaling through your nose, rather than your mouth, helps stabilize your heart rate and (like the pre-workout snack) increase your endurance. The result? You work out longer and burn more calories. But don't get discouraged if it feels unnatural at first; it... more
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Burn 2,000 Calories on the Treadmill
Written by admin on October 21, 2009 – 6:25 pm -Stay slim on your treadmill all season with this 7-day plan from Jenny Hadfield, author of Running for Mortals. Monday • Power walk: 30 minutes • Strength-train: 20 minutes Total: 50 minutes Tuesday • Warm up: Walk easily, then briskly: 3 minutes • Power walk: 2 minutes • Run fast (but don't sprint): 2 minutes • Repeat Steps 1 & 2: 10 times • Cool down: Walk easily: 2 minutes Total: 45 minutes Wednesday • Warm Up: Walk easily: 5 minutes • Do your favorite strength-training move: 12 reps • Power walk at 4% to 6% incline: 3 minutes • Repeat Steps 1 & 2: 6 times • Cool down: Walk easily: 5 minutes Total: 40 minutes Thursday • Warm Up: Walk easily, then briskly: 3 minutes • Power walk: 2 minutes • Run fast... more
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Top 10 Fitness Facts
Written by admin on October 10, 2009 – 8:34 pm -Some things you should know about exercise By Barbara Russi Sarnataro WebMD Weight Loss Clinic-Feature Reviewed by Kathleen M. Zelman, MPH Want to be sharper at work? Feel less tired at home? Spend some quality time with your spouse? How about enjoying a cookie without guilt? If you answered "yes" to all of these questions (and who wouldn't?), exercise is the answer. Being physically active offers benefits far beyond the obvious. (Of course, an improved physique and a clean bill of health aren't too shabby, either.) If you've been looking for the motivation to begin an exercise program or get back into working out regularly, here are 10 fitness facts that may help inspire you to get off the couch. 1. Exercise Boosts Brainpower Not only does... more
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Treadmill Workout Tips to Flatten Your Abs
Written by admin on September 26, 2009 – 11:13 pm -Treadmill Workout Tips to Flatten Your Abs You can get flat sexy abs without doing sit ups? With top treadmill workout tips you will literally walk your way to six pack ABS! Tight abs are not the result of countless situps. Read More →
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Top 10 Fitness Facts
Written by admin on September 26, 2009 – 1:54 pm -By Barbara Russi Sarnataro WebMD Weight Loss Clinic-Feature Reviewed by Kathleen M. Zelman, MPH Some things you should know about exercise Want to be sharper at work? Feel less tired at home? Spend some quality time with your spouse? How about enjoying a cookie without guilt? If you answered "yes" to all of these questions (and who wouldn't?), exercise is the answer. Being physically active offers benefits far beyond the obvious. (Of course, an improved physique and a clean bill of health aren't too shabby, either.) If you've been looking for the motivation to begin an exercise program or get back into working out regularly, here are 10 fitness facts that may help inspire you to get off the couch. 1. Exercise Boosts Brainpower Not only does... more
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Best Cardio Machines For Weight Loss
Written by admin on September 14, 2009 – 1:35 am -By John Paul Lee Have you ever set foot in a gym, only to find an endless number of different cardio machines with no clue on where to even start? You'll find cardio machines ranging from elliptical to treadmills to stair climbers and many more, but which cardio machines work the best in aiding your goal to lose weight without any complications? Before we begin, there are three main things that you should remember when choosing a cardio machine. 1. Pick a cardio machine that doesn't require much skill. Cardio machines don't have to be high-tech or gimmicky so you would be better off with sticking to one that is simple and very easy to use. The ideal goal here is to find a cardio machine that is simplistic and mechanical in nature. That way your... more
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Fun Ways to Get Fit and Trim
Written by admin on August 26, 2009 – 9:06 pm -10 ways to get moving and shed pounds! By Kathleen Doheny WebMD Feature Reviewed by Brunilda Nazario, MD No time to work out? No time to plan healthy meals? Lack of time isn't the only excuse offered by sedentary people who need to lose weight. Close on its heels is another complaint: Working out just isn't fun, and neither is shopping and cooking "healthy." Exercise and weight loss experts say they hear that all the time -- but it doesn't have to be true. If sedentary Americans -- and that's nearly 40% of adults -- would adopt some fun ways to get fit, chances are good they will pick up the exercise habit for good, experts say. And once the exercise habit kicks in, eating better and losing weight come easier. Getting fit and getting trim is... more
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Planning a Home Gym
Written by admin on August 24, 2009 – 10:32 pm -You are taking the plunge into home fitness. It does not matter if you are looking for weight loss or general fitness, it is a big commitment. Now where do you put your gym? Back in the early years, home fitness equipment was ugly and needed to be in an unfinished basement. Modern fitness equipment is not only better quality but better looking. When deciding to put a home piece of exercise equipment in your house, think about your comfort when using it. A television, MP3 player, window, or good lighting for reading are all things to think about. If an unfinished basement is the place you have, make it feel more comfortable. Rubber flooring is not only affordable but gives you a comfortable place to stretch. Good lighting also makes a difference... more
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Top 10 Benefits Of Working Out
Written by admin on August 19, 2009 – 5:12 am -By Sabrina Rogers NUMBER 10 Helps you sleep better Although it may seem like common sense knowledge, studies linking regular exercise and improved sleep patterns are fairly recent. These studies have shown that moderate to vigorous 20- to 30-minute workouts three to four times a week help you sleep better. However, you should work out in the morning or afternoon rather than close to bedtime, or you may find yourself too energized to sleep. Working out helps you fall and stay asleep more easily, and it increases the amount of time you spend in the deepest stage of sleep. It also improves the quality of your sleep by making the transitions between its cycles smoother and more regular. NUMBER 9 Slows the aging process & reduces the risk of... more
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