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How to Build Strong Legs

By Nate1224hoops

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This article will give you some great tips for building stronger legs. These are some old fashion exercises that don't require a gym membership... more »

How to Build Strong Shoulders

By Nate1224hoops

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This article will give you some great advice on how to build and develop strong shoulders. Some exercise work better than others. Read to see which ones you should do!!.. more »

How to Build Strong Triceps

By Nate1224hoops

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This article will give you some great exercises for developing your triceps. They are intense but well worth the burn... more »

How to burn off fat and retain muscle

By Sidhartha

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As an amateur body builder I've heard a lot of misinformation out there about how to gain muscle and burn fat. Generally people think that there is some type of secret, however that is not true at all. Below are some great strategies that I've ... more »

How to Do a "Chop and Rotate" Medicine Ball Circuit

By Sarah Rippel

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This is one of my favorite medicine ball circuits! Why? You use your entire body! Also, it serves as an excellent warm-up because it gets your heart rate up and increases core temperature!.. more »

How to do a light resistance workout at home

By Josh Hewett

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Here is a basic full body strengthening workout for beginners you can do at home with minimal equipment... more »

How to Effectively Create a Workout Plan

By jonandshan

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If someone created a pill that reduced stress, made people feel good, virtually guaranteed weight loss and improved physical appearance, my guess is they would become very rich very quickly. Unfortunately, there is no pill, but the exciting thing ... more »

How to get a Workout at the Beach

By MosesFitness

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Getting in shape should be about having fun and relieving stress. Going to the beach or park for a workout would be a great way to spend quality time with the family and at the same time, staying fit... more »

How to Get in Shape with Just Your Bodyweight! Part I: The Squat

By Sarah Rippel

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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 »

How to Get the Most Out of Your Gym

By Gardengates

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Since you are paying to belong to a gym, you might just as well get your money's worth. Here are a few tips to help you do just that... more »

How to Have Proper Gym Etiquette

By April

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If you workout at a gym, there are some simple rules that you should follow to make the gym a happy place... more »

How to Join a Gym That You Like

By MidniteWriter

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Wondering how you will ever meet your diet and fitness goals? Think all gyms are the same? Has it been a while since you have exercised? Use this quick guide to decipher how you can find a place to exercise that fits in with your current ... more »

How to Lift Weights

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Learning how to lift weights takes more than just grabbing a set of dumbbells. To make large gains you must set realistic goals while mastering proper lifting technique and nutrition. What follows are some general guidelines for pumping iron... more »

How to Lose The Fat and Get Six Pack Abs

By beaststrength

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Have you always wanted to get a six pack ab but never seem to find that right program? Well it is because you are following the program! We are all different. What might work phenomenally for Jack will work horribly on you! Will the right ... more »

How to Lose Weight On A Budget

By usetheforce

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Think you need an expensive gym membership, a personal nutritionist or lots of pricey weights and equipment to get in shape? Think again. The key is to make the right workout, lifestyle and nutrition choices. Here are steps you can take to shape ... more »

How to Maximize Your Exercise Results with a Personal Trainer

By mchapman

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Going to the gym and exercising is fine. Getting the best results requires hard work and dedication. Helping you to achieve your goals and maximizing your results is a trainer... more »

How to Sequence Your Weight Training Exercises

By Joe Rivera

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There are many schools of thought when it comes to how to sequence exercises during a workout for maximum productivity. Some people like to do a full body workout and sequence their workout based on opposing muscles. That is to say that if they ... more »

How to Spend Your Stimulus Check on Increasing Your Exercise Level

By straighthealth

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The stimulus checks are now being sent out. Instead of wasting yours on a TV or new stero system, spend it wisely on improving your fitness level... more »

How to Workout the Shoulders

By MosesFitness

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Everyone wants those well defined shoulders. These three resistance band exercises should be a great start to getting those shoulders you always wanted... more »

How to Choose The Right Exercise For You

By georgelarson

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The type of exercise you choose to do is a personal choice. Will you like going to the gym and paying their fees or are you prepared to buy home exercise equipment? Do you like to jog and will fit it in to your schedule at 6:00 a.m? If you choose ... more »

How to Correctly Peform a Bench Press

By Gabe

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I have seen a lot of people doing this exercise incorrectly. Doing this exercise incorrectly can lead to muscle strain and even back or shoulder problems down the road... more »

How to deal with flirtatious clients.

By con3003

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How trainers can deal with flirtatious clients, and stay in business... more »

How to Do a Variation of the Upward/Downward Dog Flow

By Sarah Rippel

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Incorporate some yoga into your training and you will notice improvements in flexibility, core strength, and overall body control. This is a "flow" sequence I love because it lengthens the hamstrings and calves!.. more »

How to Do the One-Arm/One-Leg Dumbbell Row

By Sarah Rippel

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The one-arm/one-leg dumbbell row is an advanced exercise that challenges your balance, core strength, and overall body control. Give it a try if you are bored with the same ol' one-arm rows!.. more »

How to Exercise for Free

By straighthealth

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With the economy starting to his a "rough patch" a lot of people are starting to tighten up their budgets and cancel gym memberships. This doesn't mean that you have to go without exercise. There are ways to stay healthy without paying ... more »

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