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By Monica Neave 0 comments
Got exercise ball? Then you've got a home gym. All you need is 5-6 super effective ball exercises that work the entire body so you can train at home without spending tons of money on weights or other equipment... more »
By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor 0 comments
Using an exercise ball to target your abs will help you strengthen your abs and stabilize your core. Make this valuable piece of equipment a standard part of your exercise routine to see real results... more »
By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor 0 comments
The volley picks up the pace of the game immediately and - since the ball doesn't hit the floor - can catch your opponent off guard... more »
By Elizabeth McGuire 0 comments
Walking is one of the best exercises for pregnant women: it’s low impact, easy to do, and the benefits are great while the risks are low. Walking is also a workout that requires very little special equipment—a bonus when you are already buying ... more »
By Elizabeth McGuire 2 comments
Water jogging is exactly what it sounds like. You jog. In water. But more than giving you another option during inclement weather, water jogging is about a no-impact exercise that works the same muscles you use running on land. It’s perfect for ... more »
By scoach23 1 comments
Weed out the constant influx of lies and fallacies surrounding exercise and fitness goals. Please rate this article when you are finished reading, thanks!.. more »
By PhysicalFitnet 1 comments
There are a lot of different weight training exercises and equipment to use. It can be daunting to know what to do, but here are some basic guidelines to keep it safe and effective. For exercise selection and demonstrations by personal trainers, ... more »
By MPEmerson 2 comments
Measure twice, cut once...as they say in the carpentry trade. The same logic of being properly prepared is just as important, perhaps even more so, when you weight train. Follow these basic steps whenever you lift weights and you will have a ... more »
By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor 0 comments
The captain's chair exercise is one of the most difficult yet effective ab exercises that can be performed in the gym. It is very easy to rush through these exercise movements and sacrifice potential abdominal benefits. If done correctly, you can ... more »
By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor 0 comments
Spot exercising works individual muscles. Whether you are working on those love handles or using it as part of a total workout, the lever 45-degree side bend is an exercise sure to firm those side muscles. Strong obliques are muscles that help ... more »
By abbeyroad920 0 comments
Plenty of people enjoy working out at home. This can be difficult if you live in a small apartment, though. Here are some tips on how you can work out in a small apartment... more »
By Ryantxq03t 1 comments
Have trouble going to the gym as often as you like? This how to will give you the tools to get you to the gym as much as you would like to... more »
By TerriR 2 comments
Plateaus discourage up to 95 percent of dieters at some point during their weight loss efforts. Plateaus can either discourage the dieter to give up completely or encourage that same person to stay focused on weight loss. You don't have to be ... more »
By Joe Rivera 0 comments
Whenever I start with a new client I tell them that there are three things of utmost importance: honesty, grace (presence) and breathing. With honesty I ask that they let me know when something feels wrong on their body and to be honest with ... more »
By smartgirl146 0 comments
Most people lead busy lives and need to multi-task to get anything done. As a personal trainer the number one excuse not to workout is time. Here, I will tell you how to multi-task your training session to get cardio, weight training, and ab ... more »
By Soren 0 comments
Should you ever need to jump out of an exploding building or leap from roof top to roof top, a dive roll is your best bet for surviving. A dive roll is unique because it can be performed just about anywhere but rarely is it necessary. Still, it ... more »
By Soren 2 comments
Bored at a party? School? A funeral? A handstand on a chair is a great way to liven up a crowd while also demonstrating your ninja-like prowess. The best part is that even though it looks difficult, it's actually easier to pull off than just a ... more »
By Bobbi Miller 0 comments
A handstand push up is the next progression from a handstand in gymnastics... more »
By Soren 1 comments
Picture this: You're walking down the street and you trip over the curb. From the ground you watch as the neighborhood laughs, passing cars laugh, even the homeless man on the corner wakes up long enough to laugh. Now you do a Kip Up, springing ... more »
By Joe Rivera 4 comments
The practice of Yoga is a great way to challenge yourself both physically and mentally. It enhances muscular strength and endurance, expands lung capacity, increases flexibility, balance, mental focus and can give you an overall sense of well ... more »
By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor 0 comments
Pushups work the chest, arms and back; they also work your abdominals because you have to keep them very tight to keep your back from sagging during the exercise. There are many variations of the pushup, but the military pushup is considered the ... more »
By knarf 0 comments
Are you feeling the pinch of your pants waist while you are tethered to your desk job? There are many things you can do to fight the "deskjob gut.".. more »
By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor 0 comments
Whether you currently teach fitness classes or you've taken lots of classes and thought "I can do that," fitness certification is for you. You'll gain valuable knowledge and earn professional status - a requirement of most fitness centers... more »
By Michael Grisso 0 comments
Make no mistake, you read that correctly: It's possible to eat fast food every day and still lose weight. This isn't by getting healthy salads and baked potatoes with a bottled water either. No, this is about ordering greasy burgers, french ... more »
By George Sommers 1 comments
A select few (skiers, snowmobilers, etc.) relish winter. To the rest of us Frost Belters, winter ranges from being an annoyance to a curse. The trick to getting through the season is to develop a cold weather activity that you enjoy and look ... more »