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How to Not Look Like an Idiot in the Gym

By easyrider

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Check to see if you are guilty of any of these idiot gym behaviors and stop immediately... more »

How to Perform a Squat

By Kickbuttmama

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Squats are an important element to any exercise program..but only if performed accurately... more »

How to Perform a Tricep Dip

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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The tricep muscles are located on the back of the upper arm. It can be a difficult area to tone, especially for women. The tricep dip is an effective toning exercise. It uses a persons own body weight as resistance. It can be performed almost ... more »

How to Pick the Right Shoes for Exercising

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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"Running shoes are designed to provide maximum overall shock absorption for the foot," says Joanie Greggains, TV and KGO Radio fitness expert and author of "Fit Happens." "Such a shoe should also have good heel control. Although not a cure-all, ... more »

How to Plan Your Diet

By Mike

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By: crescentcorp.....We have plans for everything these days. That is how we can fit 100 different things into each day. While to an extent this seems a bit over doing it, some things do need to be planned. I don't know why we don't plan our ... more »

How to play tennis

By chaddie01

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Tennis is one of the best exercise out there and above all is a fun sport to play. Gear up and get ready to lace them up!.. more »

How to Prevent a Workout Plateau

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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If you have reached a halt in your weight loss despite continuing exercise or have noticed that your muscles have stopped growing despite continued training, you have reached your workout plateau. The body is naturally programmed to become immune ... more »

How to Slim Hips

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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No one asked you if you wanted to be shaped like a piece of fruit, but there you are, definitely pear-shaped. Women in their child-bearing years are predisposed to gaining weight in the hip region. Diet and exercises are necessary to lose inches ... more »

How to Slim the Waist

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Everyone wants a trimmer waist. Spot exercises on the waist can tighten and tone the waist. The obliques or sides of your waist respond well to twists and turns. But if you have an under layer of fat, you won't see much progress without a program ... more »

How to Speed Up Your Metabolism (Part 2)

By straighthealth

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Everyone is looking for a way to speed up their metabolism. A faster metabolism means faster dieting results... more »

How to Start a Running Routine

By nolesgal

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It is difficult for beginners to get started on any exercise routine. Running is one of the best forms of conditioning to get in shape and lose weight, but starting a running routine can be intimidating, and too often beginners take on overly ... more »

How to Stay Hydrated During a Workout

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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To minimize the debilitating effects of dehydration during exercise, the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) recommends a series of steps. Staying hydrated during long bike rides, hikes and weight-resistance workouts is crucial to higher ... more »

How to Strengthen your Triceps (Backside of your upper arm)

By adecesare

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Want to have sexy arms? You may already have strong biceps, but you can't neglect your triceps. To have triceps like Kelly Ripa, read this article!.. more »

How to Stretch at Work

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Sitting in front of a computer all day or standing at a work station for extended periods of time can cause a lot of strain and stiffness in the body. It is important to try and take stretch breaks during your work day in order to relieve stress, ... more »

How to Swim for Health

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Swimming is the perfect exercise. It combines resistance and cardio training in a low impact environment that is easy on the joints. In addition, swimming has been shown to improve circulation, strengthen the heart and boost gaseous exchanges in ... more »

How to Time Manage for Better Health

By shel7345

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You know that exercise is good for you, but you still feel you don't have time to make it happen. What do you do?.. more »

How to Tone Lower Abs

By smartgirl146

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A major problem area women have to deal with is the lower abs. It is an area our body loves to store fat especially after having babies. I have many women request for me to help them target this area. In fact, this article was a request! The good ... more »

How to Train Like a Warrior

By Joe Rivera

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The way of the warrior is a path of extremes. Extreme training of the mind, the body and will. Then ultimately, in battle, they sojourn at the edge between living or dying. For that is the nature of a warrior--dedicating oneself to a purpose with ... more »

How to Use A Deck of Cards to Lose Weight!

By JenniferBockoff

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If you can't afford a gym membership or have a hard time self motivating, this is the work out for you! Fun and free, the card workout will have you trimmed down and toned up in no time!.. more »

How to Use Your Arms While Walking on a Treadmill

By joshcrank

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Virtually every treadmill model you see in gyms and fitness stores is equipped with handlebars in front and rails on the sides. This gives many people the impression that these handlebars and rails must be used for safety purposes. In reality, ... more »

How to Work Out Like a Firefighter

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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It takes great physical energy, strength and endurance to be a firefighter. To achieve this level of fitness, a firefighter must create a workout that specifically enhances these areas. To work out like a firefighter, prepare to challenge ... more »

How to Work Out with Infants and/or Children

By krislarsen

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Being a parent means busy schedules, sleepless nights, quick dinners and often no time to yourself. This can sometimes lead to not being able to go to the gym. Home equipment can sometimes start to collect dust as a new baby takes up more of your ... more »

How to Write a New Year's Resolution Contract

By straighthealth

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A New Year's Resolution Contract is different from contracts you make with other people. Legal contracts have penalties if they aren't followed. This resolution contract is an agreement with only one person, you. If you don't follow through, you ... more »

How to Avoid Heat Stress While Exercising

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Exercise and heat are a tricky combination. Overheating can make you sick or even be lethal, but there are steps you can take to reduce the chance of getting heat stress... more »

How to Avoid Overtraining at the Gym

By Richard Ferri

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We have become a nation of exercise junkies. For the most part--this is a good thing. However, some people (and I will confess this DOES mean ME) train too much--and do not get the rest that is needed to obtain maximum benefits from all the hard ... more »

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