exercise

It’s no secret healthy eating and exercise do a body good. From fighting disease to boosting energy, those who practice a health-centered lifestyle reap many benefits within the blue zone area. However, there are certain diets and lifestyles that may prove themselves more effective than others...

The core—abs, six-pack or midsection, or whatever you call it—is your body’s center of power. Some downplay its relevance, some hype its importance, and others neglect to isolate and strengthen the core. No matter where you stand, paying attention to your core is essential and the ab wheel...

Come on bodybuilders! Do the cardio! Arnold Schwarzenegger used to to ballet so I think you can do some aerobics without feeling like too much of a pussy! Aerobics: Targeting The Abdomen By Andrew Eli Getting your exercise is always important. This should be something that you already know...

If you are interested in whether you should you exercise to failure of not you should read the following bodybuilding article. Picture is of Steve Reeves Exercise to Failure for Muscle Growth - Fact or Fiction By Donovan Baldwin What is exercise to failure? Well, most simply, it's doing...

Here are a few simple Ideas That Can Lead To Big Weight Loss Not being motivated can really put a damper on weight loss. That spark isn't there, or maybe you don't even know how to begin. These fitness ideas will point you in the direction of a workout that is fun for you. Listen to your...

Because there are so many, knowing which shoulder exercises to do and when to do them can be challenging. The shoulder press machine is an exercise machine that helps you work on your shoulders. Learn how to use it to reach your fitness goals. What is a shoulder press machine, and how does it...

Having a shoulder injury can affect the whole upper body workout of a bodybuilder. Shoulders of a human being have a rotator cuff. The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint. How does a person acquire a shoulder injury? The answer lies in the fact that...

The Importance of Exercise Performance The other day, while I was finishing my workout, two veteran trainees, about 50-plus, approached me in the gym. These guys both had decent physiques, but they were not satisfied with their upper pec development. This, of course, is an all-too common...

Hey, if Arnold Schwarzenegger does something I want to know about it! That is why I want to know about Isometrics! Isometric workouts were part of the reason for the Austrian Oaks success! Isometric Exercise, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Bodybuilding By Frank Sherrill What do Isometric...

Whenever you visit the doctor for a check-up session, you already know the vital signs that they check for. They check your blood pressure, pulse rate and temperature. If anything goes wrong with these vital signs, then something could go wrong with your heart health too. But do you know that...

What if the flexing one does after taking a shower each day could strengthen them and help build muscles? Well, that would mean the more one showers, the more one flexes, resulting in one building muscles. Flexing can help muscle building, most notably for untrained individuals. For regular...

Are you one of those old school gym rats who believe heavy and low 6-10 rep resistance training the best stimulus for muscle growth? If so, you’re not alone. Many of us (yours truly included, so I’m not pointing any fingers) believe that the best stimulus for muscle growth is heavy lifting in...

Basics can be best when it comes to building muscle and getting stronger. My guess is that you are reading this article because you want to do both. When it comes to back training, you can stick with the same and simple movements such as pull ups, one-arm rows, pulldowns, and just try to add...

CABLE CROSSOVER (HIGH TO LOW) 3 Sets, 20 Reps We’re starting with this exercise to make sure you’re warmed up and able to achieve a full range of motion before we get into some heavier pressing work. We’ll do 3 high-rep sets which essentially function as a pre-exhaust. Put one leg forward, get...

If a little exercise is good for you, more must be better – right? Possibly, but sometimes it’s not. In the pursuit of better health and fitness, it might be difficult to take a break from exercise. If exercise is leaving you more exhausted than energized, you could be suffering from...

Due to the unique energy demands of strength and endurance based sports, athletes who participate in these activities have different carbohydrate requirements needed to fuel optimal performance. Aerobic endurance athletes and those who train for 60 minutes or more a day (think runners, cyclists...

What if you could teach your body to burn more fat and preserve carbohydrates stores to improve health, reduce body weight and body fat and improve athletic performance? Not surprisingly, this is possible with a few adjustments to your daily nutrition plan. By using a little basic science...

Due to the unique energy demands of strength and endurance based sports, athletes who participate in these activities have different carbohydrate requirements needed to fuel optimal performance. Aerobic endurance athletes and those who train for 60 minutes or more a day (think runners, cyclists...

It’s the holiday season already! This time of year can be extraordinarily busy. Whether you are in school trying to wrap things up before break, attending family and/or work-related parties, or preparing for the various holidays that happen this time of year, time can be extremely limited! More...

Interestingly, very little actual clinical research has been done on Exercise Associated Muscle Cramping (EAMC) and the studies that have been done show mixed and inconclusive results so most prevention methods are based on trial and error. If you are prone to EAMC there are 4 steps you can...