Exercise Articles

101. Lance Armstrong's Training Tactics: #1 Rule - Greatness Needs NO Explanation! By Greg Ryan
     Great endurance racers will tell you “Leave your egos at the starting gates.” One of the hardest things in any race, especially the Tour De France that you will never notice is one's ability to tame the ego. Lance is a self proclaimed “data junkie” when it comes to his training tactics. Even though the Tour is over 2300 miles and takes three weeks to ride, every hill, every mile and every rotation of his pedals are calculated ahead of time. But, what happens during the race if not discipl…



102. Optimize Your Exercise: Maximizing the Time Spent Working Out By Michael Callen
     Diet and Exercise are the inseparable twins that are seen and heard everywhere weight loss and fat loss are mentioned. This article will focus on techniques and tips that will help you to maximize the time you spend exercising.According to a survey of 3,000 professionals certified by the American Council on Exercise, there are ten common mistakes that people are making as they are working out at the gym or at home.1. Not stretching enough. Before we begin a workout, it is very important to s…



103. Exercise Melts Body Fat By Gasen Redeye
     If you want to reduce your body fat, focus on increasing the amount of exercise you get rather than decreasing your food intake. A recent national study was done using two groups of sedentary men, one group in their 20's and the other over age 65. A lot was learned from this accumulated data and it is interesting to note that there was a significant relationship between lack of physical activity and fat. Not surprisingly, the most sedentary men had the most body fat.These studies have also …



104. 7 Reasons To Start Up With an Exercise Program By Terje Ellingsen
     Most of us need to follow an exercise program. This is due to the fact that just a minority of Americans exercise in a significant way. Below follows 7 good reasons to start exercising now.1. Contributes to fat loss.It is well documented from scientific research all over the world for many years that physical exercise contributes significantly to weight loss. I will not dwell on this issue fore it is so obvious, but just mention the simple fact that weight loss is a function of the net calor…



105. Are You Ready for Pilates? By Jennifer Dunne
     A few years back, I had major surgery that involved cutting through the abdominal wall. As a result, I lost all my abdominal muscles. Once I had recovered from the surgery, my doctor suggested Pilates as an ideal way to rebuild the lost muscle tone. Because I was starting from nothing, he gave me the following exercises to get me started, until I had enough muscle tone to take a regular Pilates class.I shared the exercises with my mother, who has done nothing more vigorous than walking or c…



106. Exercise and Losing Weight for Life – Avoid the #1 Mistake Everyone Makes! By Greg Ryan
     Do you ever feel like you are working out so hard and nothing seems to happen? You just can’t seem to lose that last few pounds, increase your benchpress or tighten up those triceps. Why?Why do doctors only recommend that you take antibiotics for a short period of time? They only seem to be affective for a short while. The body builds up an immune system against them.One of the biggest mistakes we have all made in our quest for good health is to get in our comfort zones by doing the same ol…



107. Doing vs. Performing: The Difference Between Exercising and Getting Results By Troy Anderson
     Back when I was young and living on my parents’ farm, there always seemed to be plenty of tasks that were reserved for the low man on the totem pole. And you guessed it. That low man was me. Picking up and piling sticks seemed to be one of my dad’s favorite tasks for me, and quite frankly, it was one of my least desired jobs to do. Funny how that works. Anyway, every time my dad would tell me to go out and complete one of these undesirable tasks, I would respond with the requisite whining…



108. Elements of Exercise By Joel Mosley
     Warm upWarming up before exercising has physiological and psychological benefits. If you begin vigorous exercise without warming up, it can stress muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints and the heart, which can lead to serious injury. It's also difficult to mentally prepare yourself for a hard workout if you don't gradually ramp up your level of activity. And it shouldn't take long. All you need to do are some light exercises that gradually increase your blood flow and muscle temperature.Frequenc…



109. Exercise and Fitness for Seniors By John Higgins
     At age 47, Martina Navratilova returned to Wimbledon and represented the United States in the 2004 Athens Olympics.In September, seventy-three year old Ed Whitlock shattered his own world age class marathon record by completing a marathon in under 3 hours. Ed is the first 70+ human in history to attain this goal and he has done it twice!September 26th was Jack LaLanne’s birthday. The Godfather of Fitness turned 90! Still sporting his trademark jumpsuit, LaLanne is trim and strong. He’s livin…



110. The Four Things You Need For A Successful Workout Program By Audrey Scott
     When you decided that you wanted to start a workout program, how did you decide where to begin? There are thousands of options. Which one should you choose? Will it work?, No one wants to waste time doing exercises that don't get them in shape. You may be one of those people who is just tired of going to the gym or someone embarking on a new journey towards better health and fitness. Whichever you may be, there are four things that you MUST have in order to have a Successful Workout Prog…



111. Essential Power Walking Tips By Marcy Jenkins
     Ever since I took a power walking class in college, I have been hooked. If you are thinking about learning how to power walk, I strongly urge you to do so. It is fun and a great way to get in shape and stay healthy. Friends and family members can join in, and it ends up being a great way to bond as well. So, spend a little bit of time learning about power walking. You may find that it is just what you are looking for. We will discuss the fundamentals of power walking, as well as go over a list…



112. Dance Dance Revolution (DDR) as a Fun Exercise Program By Derick Yung
     One of the main reasons people quit an exercise program is a lack of motivation and goal setting. You may start an exercise program in hopes of losing weight and becoming more fit. However, as you continue exercising, you may feel that you're putting in so much effort but gaining so little. You become unmotivated because it's just too much work.With Dance Dance Revolution (DDR), kids, teens, and adults can find a way to stay motivated, exercise, and have more fun. Dance Dance Revolution is…



113. Extra Energy in Minutes a Day By Bryan Falls
     "I need more energy!" Ashley blurted out. Tyler nodded his head understandably. Ashley had just finished pouring out her frustrations.Each morning she dragged herself out of bed. Instead of feeling recharged, she felt like she had just finished swimming across the Atlantic ocean. After three cups of coffee to wake her up, she would drive to her job as a secretary.Still groggy but mildly alert, she spent all morning filing papers, answering the phone, and making appointments. About 1:30 fatig…



114. How to Prevent Osteoporosis Through Fun Fitness By Bonnie Murphy
     You are a 40 year old female and you’ve just had a routine bone-density test and your doctor is telling you that your bones are as frail as that of a 75 year old. What do you do? How do you reverse that? You’ve been taking the calcium supplement that was recommended by your physician. What now?As you are leaving the doctor’s office you are handed a pamphlet that is titled “How to reverse the onset of Osteoporosis.” You clutch it in your hand and can’t wait to get home to read it. It talk…



115. Your Guide To Exercise By Peter Hilsper
     Even light exercise is good for you, so don't get discouraged!The most important thing to remember about exercise is that you should pick something you enjoy doing first, and then worry about whether or not it's the best exercise for you later.The biggest mistake that most people make when they start an exercise routine is the choice of exercise. Most people start out excited, and they pick a really hard exercise routine to start out. They also tend to pick the type of exercise that is reco…



116. The Gift That Keeps On Giving By Tracie Johanson
     The kids are finally back in school.....the temperature is falling.....raking leaves has replaced mowing the lawn.....believe it or not, Christmas is just around the corner! So what's under the tree for you?Did you know that you can give yourself a TRULY FANTASTIC gift this year? You can give yourself a small taste of the FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH! Sounds too good to be true? Read on.....You can give yourself a gift this year that will help you live longer, lower your risk of heart disease, help you l…



117. Get Fit From Home-part 3: The Playground Workout By Wesley Norris
     Hello again! Thank you for your interest in the articles. Here’s Part 3 of Get Fit At Home! Enjoy!!-------------------- The Playground Workout --------------------Step one: find a playground!While the playground is a wonderland for kids, it has many hidden ways for someone to get a fantastic workout. It’s just a matter of being creative. Here are some ideas:Monkey Bars- Make a great place to do chin ups! Use the outside support bars for regular pull ups, or hang onto 2 different rungs wit…



118. Get Fit From Home! By Wesley Norris
     -------------------- Things Around The House --------------------Don’t feel that just because you don’t have any weights at home, that you can’t get a GREAT workout! Try using these items for the corresponding exercises. Change them around to increase or decrease the resistance to make it the perfect workout for YOU!· Backpack Swing- Take a backpack and fill it with books. (this is nice because you can add or take out books based on your needs). Stand holding bag in front of you with straight …



119. New Year's Fitness Resolutions – Why Do You Set Them? Part 1 By Greg Ryan
     There are many reasons you set New Years Resolution, however, the results are the same. Have you ever said this?“This time is different! Each year I say I am going to get in better shape, only to fall to some lame excuse for not following through. I know I can do it, I know I have to do it this time. I don’t feel good about myself, my energy is low, and I am afraid of something happening to my health. I have got to do something starting today!"Waiting any longer is not an option for me. The f…



120. Walking For Fitness - Getting Started By John Higgins
     First things first: Many exercise programs say you should talk to your doctor before starting. Certain people with certain medical conditions may want to check with their doctors before becoming physically active, but most people can start out putting one foot in front of the other and without problems. Even those recovering from heart attacks are encouraged to walk treadmills in cardiac rehabilitation programs.Comfortable shoes: Only one thing is worth investing in when it comes to walking, a…



121. Two Ways to Exercise That Burn Fat By Terje Ellingsen
     When you perform any kind of activity your body burns fat and glucose. If you want to burn fat you must tailor your activities to burn fat in a larger proportion to glucose. The good thing is that you do not need to exercise so hard to burn fat. Studies have shown that when our workout intensity is low to moderate, we tend to burn a much higher percentage of fat.What we also know however, is that moderate workout - though raising metabolism - burns fewer total calories than a more energetic…



122. 5 Little Known Benefits of Warming Up & Cooling Down After Exercising By Emily Clark
     While working out in the gym, I have noticed that many exercisers tend to skip two very important parts of their workout. It is crucial that exercisers starts with a warm-up and ends with a cool-down. As a fitness educator, I educate my clients of why they should include warm-ups and cool-downs in their workouts.Warm up before vigorous exercise is crucial. Warm-up prepares the heart muscle and circulatory system. When you start physical activity, blood flow is not immediately available to the …



123. Weight Loss Excercises By Sam Lai
     "Stubborn Fat." You know what I'm talking about - the kind of flab that sticks to you in those hard-to-lose places: The lower abs, the lower back, the "love handles," the back of the arms, the upper-thigh/butt area - yeah, THAT fat!How do the bodybuilders and fitness models do it? How does weight loss exercises works? I mean, how do they get that hyper-ripped, thin-skinned look that reveals every ripple and sinew and mound of chiseled muscle definition?Well, There are many ways that you can do…



124. 3 Exercises for Good Posture and a Six-Pack By Emmanuel Mendonca
     These days many people spend a significant part of their day slaving away over a hot computer and as a result, their posture is not what it should be. Bad posture can result in short-term discomfort such as neck stiffness and headaches and also lead to more serious problems in later life. It is therefore worth spending some time to counteract the damage we may be doing to ourselves every day. But how about this - did you know that some of the same exercises that you can do to maintain good …



125. 3 Steps To Great Abs! By Marie Borges
     Myth: You need to work your abs everyday.Truth: The best way to develop abdominal strength and tone is to work your abs to exhaustion. You need to allow your abdominal muscles to recover..this equates to 24-48 hours of rest time between workouts. Increase the intensity of your workouts gradually. If you overdo it, not only will you be excessively sore (a little soreness is a good thing, it signifies that you have worked the muscle enough for it to repair itself and become stronger …



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