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• Water Works: Water Aerobics

  By Pam Gaulin

  Dive in to a low-impact workout in the pool. Get the gear and wear a comfortable bathing suit. Get started stretching and become an expert at treading water. Your body will benefit with more flexibility, weight loss and improve leg and arm strength.

  Quick Guide Sections:

  Jumping In , Gearing Up , Benefits

• Pilates for Everyone

  By Pam Gaulin

  Welcome to the world of mat Pilates. Stretch the body and exercise your way to a leaner, longer you. Floor exercises including the 100s and roll ups tone and tighten you. Strengthen your core with Pilates teaser exercises. No equipment required.

  Quick Guide Sections:

  Back to Basics , Floor Exercises , Teasers

• Kickboxing Basics

  By Pam Gaulin

  Introduce yourself to kickboxing, including basic stances. Learn how to jab and cross, and to side kick and round kick. This intense sport workout will kick your butt, and you'll be glad about it.

  Quick Guide Sections:

  Start , Punch , Kick

• Exercises for Water Aerobics

  By Pam G., eHow Editor

  Water aerobics work the whole body, in a fun an invigorating atmosphere. You will not only feel weightless; you're bound to some real pounds fast! What are you waiting for? Test the waters of aquatic exercise with eHow!

  Quick Guide Sections:

  Upper Body , Lower Body , Good All Over

• Working Abs and Obliques in Water

  By Pam Gaulin

  If you think you can only do crunch your abs on the floor, it's time to expand your exercise horizons. Use the resistance of the water to do crunches, reverse crunches and aquatic abdominal exercises. Coax those stubborn obliques into firmness.

  Quick Guide Sections:

  Abs , Obliques

• Advanced Kickboxing

  By Pam Gaulin

  Take your kickboxing routine to the next level, with some advanced combination moves. Your opponent will be spinning in disbelief. Get serious by entering a competition or go pro and become certified

  Quick Guide Sections:

  Pro and Teach , Combinations , Moves

• Walking It Off

  By Pam Gaulin

  Walking is sometimes overlooked as a valid form of exercise. The simple act of putting one foot in front of the other, every day, can benefit your overall health. Crank it up with speed or power walking. Add lunges, set some goals and get social.

  Quick Guide Sections:

  Step by Step , Types , Get Serious

• Nutritional Supplements and Sports Nutrition

  By Pam Gaulin

  Use nutritional supplements to enhance a diet when you're training for cycling or a team sports. Discover muscle-building supplements which are also safe. Create food plans based on the optimum nutritional choices for athletes and competitive play.

  Quick Guide Sections:

  Sports Supplements , Sports Nutrition , Build Muscles

• Running in Famous Marathons

  By Pam Gaulin

  Pick a famous marathon in a city including Boston, New York City or Chicago. Use tips on how to choose a good marathon, and the legal requirements involved. Consider the benefits of a marathon away from home, including one in another country.

  Quick Guide Sections:

  Northeast , Marathon Tips , Locales

• Planning Marathon Running

  By Pam Gaulin

  Athletes, start planning your next run at a marathon. Use precise planning and scheduling to coincide with the date of the marathon. Train with advanced abdominal exercises. Eat right during training, and stay hydrated, to maximize your potential.

  Quick Guide Sections:

  Schedule and Plan , Advanced Exercises , Eat Drink

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