Cracked Up Glossary Of Common Gym Terms If you've ever had occasion to visit a gym, you've no doubt heard people talking about "feeling the burn" and "pumping up." But did you ever wonder what people were really saying? Here are some common terms and phrases that will help you to learn what is really going on in the gym. In The Zone - Tired and … [Read more...] about Cracked Up Glossary Of Common Gym Terms
Exercise
Elliptical Workouts
Elliptical workouts basically involve aerobic or cardiovascular exercise. Elliptical cross trainers can be intimidating at first glance but once you get familiar with them you will find them easy to use and a fun part of your routine. To begin your elliptical workout, stand with your feet firmly planted in the movable footpads. The advantage of … [Read more...] about Elliptical Workouts
Setting Up Your Home Gym
Tips For Setting Up Your Home Gym Call them fitness centers, health clubs or whatever terminology you choose, they have come a long way in the past decade. Some are glamorous and high tech; some are comfortable and low-key. There would seem to be an atmosphere for everyone. But in truth, many people have valid reasons why they would rather not go … [Read more...] about Setting Up Your Home Gym
The Abs
The Abs... More Important Than You Think What comes to your mind when I say the word "abs"? Do you think of the infomercials advertising "6 second abs" or the latest Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue? Most people focus on training their abs to look thinner or sexier. But, do you realize the importance of your abs in everyday activities? Most yoga … [Read more...] about The Abs
Cycling Workouts For the Winter Months
It's that time of year. The time when you decide it's fine to ride in 12 degree weather. The time when your food and water freezes, your hands and feet go numb, and your bike gets covered in water and road salt. It's the time of year when you decide that you were a freakin idiot for going outside! That "time of year" for me was yesterday. My … [Read more...] about Cycling Workouts For the Winter Months
Jump Rope For Health and Fitness
How To Jump Rope For Health and Fitness Rope skipping is an excellent cardiovascular exercise according to the U.S. Olympic Committee Sports Medicine Council. It is far less hard on the muscles and bones than jogging. While running or jogging, each foot absorbs up to 5 times the body weight from the force of the impact as the foot hits the … [Read more...] about Jump Rope For Health and Fitness
Add Intensity To Your Muscle Building Workout
Add Intensity To Your Muscle Building Workout One of the biggest difficulties facing bodybuilders is how can they be sure that all muscle fibers have been recruited and exhausted during a given exercise and it is only by achieving this that muscle gains can be maximised. The simple answer is, you have work beyond failure and experience a higher … [Read more...] about Add Intensity To Your Muscle Building Workout
Treadmill Training
Treadmill Training! According to the Sports Goods Manufacturers Association, treadmills are the #1 home-fitness item, outdistancing stair-climbers, stationery bicycles, rowing machines and cross-country skiers. In fact, some surveys indicate that nearly 40 million Americans run on treadmills. Marathoners use treadmills, so do collegiate … [Read more...] about Treadmill Training
Aerobic Cross Training for Weight Loss
Do you sometimes get bored with your aerobic exercise? Do You sometimes feel like you're not getting the results you should from your aerobic exercise? If so, then aerobic cross-training is for you. Aerobic cross-training refers to using two to three different types of aerobic exercise during an exercise session. For example, if you plan to … [Read more...] about Aerobic Cross Training for Weight Loss
Walking for Your Health
Walking for Your Health Walking is the easiest way of exercise because it is accessible at anyplace, anywhere and anytime. Several studies show that walking can: reduce high cholesterol and improve blood lipid profile reduce body fat enhance mental well being increase bone density, hence helping to prevent osteoporosis reduce the … [Read more...] about Walking for Your Health