My New Heart Rate Monitor
I have to start by saying that I am not the best at learning how to operate complicated gadgets, so I was a little hesitant about purchasing a fancy new watch/stopwatch/heart rate monitor for fear that...
How Much Should You Exercise?
Recently, there have been conflicting headlines in the media about how long you should exercise. One study suggested that 20 minutes of interval exercise may be all you need, while another stated that women should...
Flat Abs and Less Neck Pain
This week I want to share a few pertinent facts I learned from the April 2010 issue of Self Magazine, page 87. “Flat-ab formula: Sculpting or cardio? Either can keep your middle little, a study...
Stretching: Before or after your workout?
Do you remember high school gym class? We were told that we should always stretch at the beginning of class to avoid hurting ourselves during sports or running the football field. Many people still believe the theory that...
The Biggest Loser Does it With Circuit Training
Who saw The Biggest Loser tonight? If you missed it, the contestants were sent to the Olympic training facility where they completed several rounds of circuit training, with Olympic athletes. If you are looking for the...
Tips to Help You Keep Exercising
You know that exercise is good for you. Sticking with it is the hard part! Here are some tips from the President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports to keep you exercising: 1. Adopt a...