|
07th October 2009
There is an endless choice of exercises to include in a weight training program and they can all be quite effective if performed with proper technique and intensity. However, some exercises have a far greater positive impact on the body and should be incl... Read >
Author: Global Weight Training05th October 2009
Thinking about buying a home gym in Scottsdale? This article will provide you with information on how to use a home gym, along with basic safety and buying tips. Whether you’re looking for a basic setup or one with the latest technology has to offer, ... Read >
Author: Bob Lachniet01st October 2009
When you start training seriously you require three essential things: Desire, a Goal and Guidance. It is very easy to start your training, because the interest levels are high. There are plenty of things for you to learn and many shops full of interesting... Read >
Author: Spencer Jackson29th September 2009
The Skinny Guy's Rules On Weight Lifting
When you wake up in the morning and glance in the mirror. Not so pleased with your appearance? If you more resemble the appearance of a long distance marathon runner than a world class sprinter, worry not, you are... Read >
Author: jamie lee29th September 2009
Part 1 of this series discussed a body building routine for beginners weeks 1 through 6. This involved working 2 days per week performing 1 set of 15 reps per exercise. The second phase consisted of increasing this to 2 sets of 15 reps with a little mor... Read >
Author: pharris123rd August 2009
Would you like to know how to make yourself taller? Many people would like to add a few inches to their height, and much of increasing your height just boils living a healthy lifestyle and doing what is helpful in achieving overall health.
These thre... Read >
Author: Trent Armstrong07th August 2009
Trying to build muscle is a long slow tedious process but by following a few simple guidelines you should have no trouble building muscle fast.
The best place to start is with your workouts. You need to keep account of the progress you are making. For ... Read >
Author: ChRistian07th August 2009
It seems too good to be true right? Exercise while enjoying a fun video game? Wii Fit seeks to do just that. Shigero Myamoto, the computer whiz behind Mario, Donkey Kong, and Zelda, has a new product that is aimed at everyone. Wii Fit goes along with the ... Read >
Author: GeraldFitz04th August 2009
Should you use free weights or fitness machines for your weight lifting workouts.
I have to tell you straight out that I prefer the later (dumbbells and barbells) for most exercises.
Free weights demand more from your body and still allow your joint... Read >
Author: Hans218731st July 2009
If you want to have a strong leg muscle, you should do some leg muscle workout. As we know, leg muscle plays vital role in supporting your upper body. It is the basement of your whole body. If you get a strong basement, you can do anything for ever. To bu... Read >
Author: skyner23rd July 2009
Sometimes we feel that we just don't have any time in the world to spare for our own health. With the pressures of work and family it seems that every hour of the day is taken doing something other than improving our health. Maybe, just maybe there are so... Read >
Author: jhorsley16th July 2009
When putting together a body building workout, it is essential you workout your legs and upper body. There are three main muscles you want to focus on with your legs; your quadriceps, hamstrings and calves. By working out these muscles, you will build s... Read >
Author: nordic09th July 2009
As much as you all love spending hours in the gym. I have some bad news for you. Your workouts are too long, inefficient, and frankly they’re just plain boring. Here are 3 tips you can use to trim that workout down into an efficient, productive and ti... Read >
Author: The Buff Geek09th July 2009
The Scene; You're driving in your Volkswagen on a cool autumn day. You gaze out the window to admire the colorful foliage when out of nowhere a toddler on a big wheel rolls directly in front of your car. You slam on the breaks, just barely avoiding disa... Read >
Author: The Buff Geek09th July 2009
Quite a few months ago I received a couple of photos from a reader asking me my opinion of one of his friends; Steven Reeve. I was quite impressed and decided to ask for an interview that he kindly accepted to give. I asked simply because I believe that t... Read >
Author: Mick Hart09th July 2009
1. Leg Extensions: You’ve already spent most of the day in a seated position. The last thing you need to do is train your legs from that same position. As someone who spends any amount of time sitting we have to be sure that our workout routines are... Read >
Author: The Buff Geek11th June 2009
Everyone that is working out is trying to do the best that they can and looking for the best weight lifting exercies. I have a list here but also a way to figure out what the best weight lifting exercises are.
There are a multitude of exercises that yo... Read >
Author: Bill Nadraszky20th May 2009
Ladies, you can learn how to slim thighs with these 3 really quick tips. They are easy to put into action and you can begin right away!
1. Diet - Make sure you take in your required daily calorific intake of 1800 kcal. Any more and you'll struggle to b... Read >
Author: b-moc20th May 2009
Our body's largest muscle groups are all found in are legs, therefore it is vital that we carry out exercises for thighs in order to maintain good posture, fitness and general health. Take a look at these 3 excellent exercises for thighs that are easy to ... Read >
Author: b-moc18th May 2009
Strength training workouts have something for everyone. You don’t need an expensive gym membership or a ton of time to perform highly effective strength training exercises. You can do everything in the comfort of your own home and get the results youâ€... Read >
Author: Bob Lachniet23rd April 2009
This include weight lifting and body lifting routines. A weight loss workout should not be full of calf raises, leg extensions and wrist curls with two minutes in-between sets. To burn the most calories, a true weight loss workout will contain multi-joint... Read >
Author: Mercy14th April 2009
Who needs a stinking personal trainer? I can work out myself. I can go to the gym, lift the weights, and run on the treadmill, all by myself. Why in the HECK would I want to pay someone $50/hour or more to tell me what I already know? Not to mention the f... Read >
Author: M2FitnessPros10th March 2009
Question: I was wondering if there are any exercises to slim calves, all over, I am female and I feel like my calves are too big, I would really like slimmer calves, I tried toe raises, many different exercises and nothing seems to slim them down. Any sug... Read >
Author: askROCCO10th March 2009
Over the years I've discovered that the faster I want to burn fat the shorter I want my workouts to be. It is this philosophy that drove me to Hill Training. I stumbled upon Hill training when I was boxing in my youth. I was running nearly 10 miles a da... Read >
Author: askROCCO24th February 2009
Century bike- The one hundred mile bike is quite popular for its fuctioning to cover 100 miles professionally along with the attractive beauty and wonderful comradeship which makes the 100 miles more fascinating and thrilling. To cover those one hundred m... Read >
Author: Jamie Hanson13th February 2009
Did you see LeBron James’ in-game dunk from the free throw line? How about his left handed jam over Dwight Howard? Seeing LeBron James dunking is simply amazing.
Just in case you didn’t know: the 24-year old forward is in fifth place in dunks (90) ... Read >
Author: Steve Wells21st January 2009
Take the right camp cooking supplies the next time you set out for a camp and you will find it very useful for cooking all kinds of meals in the tour. One of the most required one is of course the portable grill and this will help you to prepare your favo... Read >
Author: Mandeep Sidhu19th December 2008
Every time I read a skiing magazine or see another so called "expert" recommending ski-specific workouts, I have to cringe when I see some of the exercises recommended! After all, isn't the goal of an effective skier fitness training routine to reduce inj... Read >
Author: thompson stephen03rd December 2008
When putting together a body building workout, it is vital you workout your legs and upper body. There are three main muscles you want to focus on with your legs; your quadriceps, hamstrings and calves. By working out these muscles, you will build strong ... Read >
Author: dwaser24th November 2008
A proper wheelchair exercise program can significantly improve your health and well-being over time. Sitting in a wheelchair for long periods of time can cause annoying restlessness and discomfort. It’s important to maintain a regular and preferably dai... Read >
Author: Simon hemmings22nd November 2008
Choosing the right kind of furniture, whether it is for your home, office or shop should be a well calculated step. The nature of its purpose makes it easier for you to narrow down to your ideal choice though. However, there is a big difference between ch... Read >
Author: abbiesmith05th November 2008
Sleek industrial work benches made of sturdy metallic materials can support a lot of weight and not cave in under pressure. They are available in the common dimensions as well as in custom sizes. Other than standard benches, there are specially designed m... Read >
Author: abbiesmith31st October 2008
How would you want your furniture or storage equipments to be if you were running your own little industry? As strong as they come to withstand the pressure of time and the amount of machinery that they would hold, I’m sure. But that’s not all that yo... Read >
Author: abbiesmith30th October 2008
Copyright (c) 2008 Jason Zaretzky
What Every Athlete needs to apply to their training in order To enhance their sport specific speed
I've got the need...The NEED FOR SPEED!!! And you should too. Every athlete needs to realize that they should always... Read >
Author: Jason Zaretzky30th October 2008
Industrial work benches are unlike the regular sort of furniture that you would use around your home. Ergonomic designs and sturdy frames make these benches the much needed furniture that can be conveniently used to hold machines and equipments of great w... Read >
Author: abbiesmith29th October 2008
Static reps are done by holding a weight in a fixed position, usually fully contracted, for an extended period of time. They are typically done for 1 or 2 reps only and the weight should be held for 15-25 seconds although the actual optimal time is still ... Read >
Author: paulbecker01@googlemail.com27th October 2008
While many people know the basics of Heavy Duty training, the advanced techniques are known by only a few. The advanced and super advanced techniques were fully researched and tested by Mike in the late 70's, but following the infamous 1980 Mr. Olympia,... Read >
Author: paulbecker01@googlemail.com21st October 2008
I can't tell you how many times people come up to me and ask, "what ab exercises should I do to get nice abs?" And every time I'm stumped because there are none. Doing a bunch of crunches (or any other ab exercise) won't get you 2 centimeters close to a s... Read >
Author: Washington, DC's Top Personal Trainer07th October 2008
Do you struggle with shaky weak legs while skiing or are your legs rock solid and last all day long with no injuries? I'll show you in this article why most skiing fitness programs are setting you up for failure and possibly even injuries by doing the wro... Read >
Author: Mike Geary02nd September 2008
How to improve the basics of ballet training can be done with the help of professional technique manuals. A student cannot train in pointe shoes without an experienced teacher. However, there are currently several good sources of basic ballet technique in... Read >
Author: Dianne M. Buxton07th July 2008
Gym work also gives players the wrong focus. Rather than training to improve their cricket performance the focus becomes on training to become better at the tests. Lifting more weight or getting a better beep test score becomes an end in itself rather tha... Read >
Author: Prabakar, S05th July 2008
For many people, the problem with quadriceps is that they simply do not do squats with enough weight. Squats are probably the hardest exercise you can do, and many people ignore them altogether or do them with too little weight. As one of the three power ... Read >
Author: MogulNet27th June 2008
Interested in achieving the body of your dreams this summer? Don't let another barbecue or beach party pass you by this summer.
Fit in that bathing suit hanging in your closet. Grab the bathing suit you've been thinking of.
Read the entire article a... Read >
27th June 2008
Interested in finally having your body in great condition this summer? Don't skip the barbecue's or the beach parties this summer.
Fit in that bathing suit hanging in your closet. Grab the bathing suit you've been thinking of.
Read the entire articl... Read >
21st May 2008
As cold weather approaches, joint injuries become more frequent. Not only do we return to fall and winter sports, but the lower temperatures decrease elasticity of tendons and ligaments, resulting in increased susceptibility to injury. My impetus for writ... Read >
Author: Jolene Wilkinson28th April 2008
Whether you’re a woman or man, in order to get a perfect abs, you have to first lose belly fat. Without losing the extra belly fat, there is no way that your abs will show no matter how many exercises you do.
The most effective way of bring out thos... Read >
Author: Ian Kuro28th April 2008
Whether you’re a woman or man, in order to get a perfect abs, you have to first lose belly fat. Without losing the extra belly fat, there is no way that your abs will show no matter how many exercises you do.
The most effective way of bring out thos... Read >
Author: Ian Kuro30th March 2008
Did you see Ben Wallace’s monster block on Randy Foye? How about his huge block on Shaq in the 2005 NBA Playoffs?
If there is one thing Big Ben is good at besides rebounding, its shot blocking.
“I wanted to pass like Magic, jump like Mike, sho... Read >
Author: Steve Wells28th March 2008
You train regularly, lift weights, row, run, step and swim. In fact you consider yourself to be pretty fit compared to most people and yet, no matter how hard you try, there are some exercises that just never seem to get any easier.
If you're like most... Read >
Author: Daxmoy10th March 2008
Let’s face it. Even the most devoted exercisers can get bored doing the same workouts week after week. And, if the mind is getting bored you can bet that the body is probably too, which means it isn’t being challenged as much as it should.
But, wit... Read >
Author: Lynn Bode07th February 2008
Bodybuilders use high repetitition sets to get ripped, but could get more results in less time by doing less work.
High repetition sets do not get you cut.
This is a myth, and there's a much better way to sculpt your body, get ripped, and finally ac... Read >
Author: craig ballantyne14th November 2007
The industry involving games and gamers has truly evolved. It is actually no longer just about getting the newest version of a popular virtual reality or role playing game. It is also actually no longer just about getting a big flat screen TV, pooling all... Read >
07th November 2007
Copyright (c) 2007 Al ShortTo anyone who has ever picked up a weight � or even thought about it � this four-letter word can take on a variety of different meanings.For many, legs are the indomitable foundation for which a healthy physique is formed. T... Read >
Author: Worldclassnutrition30th October 2007
The squat is considered the king of all exercises when it comes to building muscle. When done correctly with heavy weights and for the right amount of reps usually 8 to 12, it is the most effective growth producing exercise you can do, along with the dead... Read >
Author: Darren O Connell22nd August 2007
WARM-UP
WALKING
Walk for 10 minutes
LEGS - EXERCISE BAND SEATED LEG EXTENSIONS
Starting Position: Sit on the edge of an exercise bench with one end of the band wrapped around your right ankle, and place your left foot over the other end of the ba... Read >
Author: cwalker322nd August 2007
WARM-UP
WALKING
Walk for 10 minutes at a fast pace
LEGS - EXERCISE BAND SEATED LEG EXTENSIONS
Starting Position: Sit on the edge of an exercise bench with one end of the band wrapped around your right ankle, and place your left foot over the ot... Read >
Author: cwalker321st August 2007
Would you like to "jump start" your metabolism and lose your �mommy belly' once and for all? If so, the following seven tips are exactly what you need to improve your workouts and ignite your metabolism. Try some or all of these tips, but beware, the r... Read >
Author: Holly Rigsby06th August 2007
How to do build beautiful female muscle? Many might say muscle is built by weight training, but that's only part of the equation.
Now, how do you build beautiful female muscle? The answer is weight training with the proper intensity, right form, and tr... Read >
19th July 2007
At last! If you want to improve a lagging muscle group you have come to the right place. Imagine, in just 6 weeks from now you will see visual physical muscle improvement!
After talking to clients about his or her wants, needs, and concerns, I find a g... Read >
05th July 2007
A couple of summers ago Kobe Bryant changed his workout program in order to get stronger – just like Michael Jordan back in the days. Kobe gained between 6 and 7 pounds of muscles (he is now at 220 lbs.), became a bit slower but still managed to maintai... Read >
Author: Steve Wells08th June 2007
There are many different types of exercises that build muscles. Over time compound exericises combined with isolation exercises are the best way to build muscle. In this article we will define and look at how to properly do compound and isolation exercise... Read >
Author: The Muscly Jerk01st September 2006
Sitting in a wheelchair for long periods of times can cause restlessness and get quite uncomfortable. One way to become healthier and be able to move your body is to do some sort of wheelchair exercise. Now I first must give this word of caution, everyone... Read >
Author: Brett Li09th June 2006
We all know how difficult in might be to make it to the gym after 9 long hours at work. I bet it has happened to you as well.
But what do you do when you don't feel you have the energy to stop by the local gym on your way home? Or may be you don't have... Read >
Author: Ivan Nikolov26th May 2006
Copyright 2006 The Fitness Consulting Group
Are you looking for that "jump start" to rev your metabolism and get you bathing suit ready? The following ten tips will improve your workouts and ignite your metabolism. Try some or all of these tips, but b... Read >
Author: Patrick Rigsby07th May 2006
By Rossella Pruneti
GOAL:
Since it is the largest muscle group in the body, leg day is the hardest day in a bodybuilder's life. However, women are really motivated to train their gams hard. To get rid of cellulites, bloating, and bodyfat, you need to... Read >
Author: Rossella Pruneti14th January 2006
Copyright 2006 Marc David
This is part 2 of the 2-part "7 Simple Steps To Beginning Bodybuilding" series.
4. You Must Track What You Eat
That's right! Needless to say... not a lot of people do this. They just bulk so they eat anything in sigh... Read >
Author: Marc David17th August 2005
8 Tips to Burn Fat Fast!
Copyright 2005 Pat Rigsby
Are you looking for that "jump start" to rev your
metabolism and get you bathing suit ready? The following
eight tips will improve your workouts and ignite your
metabolism. Try some or all o... Read >
Author: Pat Rigsby15th August 2005
8 Tips to Burn Fat Fast!
Copyright 2005 Pat Rigsby
Are you looking for that "jump start" to rev your
metabolism and get you bathing suit ready? The following
eight tips will improve your workouts and ignite your
metabolism. Try some or all o... Read >
Author: Pat Rigsby
|
