Squats are a great way to shape, tone, strengthen and develop the backside, as well as the hips and thighs. The dumbbell squat exercise uses several muscles and requires full concentration to avoid injuring the back or other areas of the body. ... more »
What types of exercises you are doing for your abs are important, but how you do them will make the difference for how well they tone your muscles. After performing sit-ups consistently it is easy to get irritated that there are not noticeable ... more »
The kettlebell clean and jerk is an explosive lifting exercise that involves the hamstrings, glutes and hips as well as the arms, shoulders and chest. The clean and jerk is a classic power lift that, with the kettlebell, can be used as a ... more »
Today everybody wants to keep their body in shape. To accomplish this you will probably think of joining an exercise or aerobics class or a good gym. Add a resistance band, or rubber band, exercise to your workout regime to assist you in ... more »
The toughest part of working out is getting started. It is also difficult scheduling it into your day. Whether you are weight training or just want to lose a few pounds, it can be difficult to fit in a workout. Here are some easy ways to motivate ... more »
Exercise is vital for good health at any age. But as the body begins to age, you need to have some respect for the effects of time. All too often a young enthusiastic trainer at the gym will treat a more mature body with the same workout ... more »
Finding cheap exercise equipment doesn't have to be a hard task. You just need to know where to look to get the most exercise equipment for the least amount of money... more »
We've all heard the tips on how to gain muscle. But how do you do it quickly? This article will give you step-by-step instructions on how to gain muscle fast... more »
Sculpting your body is not easy. It takes time, dedication, and a decent knowledge of the human body. Here are a few tips on gaining muscle mass and sculpting your body... more »
There are some people that find it impossible to lose any weight and then there's you. It seems no matter how much you eat and how little you move, you can't put any weight or muscle onto your body. The main rule to follow when gaining weight is ... more »
An old track coach of mine once said that while you are running, with each stride you take comes the equivalent pressure of about three times your body weight on each of your knees. The stress of running multiplies once again if you are doing so ... more »
Everyone wants a great booty, but it can seem like a lofty goal for some of us. Really, getting a great butt is as easy as 1-2-3. Here's 3 magical steps to a butt your man can't resist... more »
You can get a sexy back a lot quicker than you might think. In order to obtain a sexy back you need motivation, a well-balanced diet and some strength training exercises... more »
Most sports require good reflexes to excel. The hockey player must react instantaneously when the puck flies at him; the tennis player has to adjust to the placement and speed of the ball to stay in the game; martial artists respond to kicks and ... more »
I think most people would agree that obtaining flat, sexy abs is a daunting task. It's challenging and you really have to work hard at it to make your abs appear. Many professional athletes agree though that once you obtain flat abs, they are ... more »
Prior to moving on to more challenging, "fun" exercises, you MUST be able to properly execute several movements without an external load (resistance). If you cannot perform a basic squat, it makes absolutely NO sense for you to add ... more »
This is the first article on a small series aimed to help you achieve a goal that many men and women strive for though find it seemingly impossible to attain: six pack abs. This first part will concentrate on the anatomical side of things ... more »
This is the second part of this small series on how to get six pack abs. The first part dealt with the anatomical side of things. We learned what the major muscles are that contribute to your midsection and what their functions are. Now i will ... more »
So you're hitting the floor mat and really working your abs but not seeing much of a difference? You most likely feel a difference in that you're midsection is feeling stronger than before but you just don't see those abs poking through your ... more »
The key to getting the most out of your workouts is to switch things up every now and then. This variation will really shock your muscles and set you up for big gains. I will give an example of this workout with the bench press... more »
Maybe the most difficult task known to man, Having Great Abs! It's not easy and it's not going to happen over night, but there are some things that you can do to help... more »
Lifting weights can be a very difficult process, particularly when it comes to waiting for results. Implementing a pyramid weight lifting strategy, however, can help any type of weight lifter to break through plateaus and achieve the best ... more »
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