Fitness Equipment
What Makes a Good Running Shoe?
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Fitness Interviews
Is Your Personal Trainer Full of Crap?
The Dirty Facts About Eating Clean
I like running because it gives me the opportunity to challenge myself each time as well as enjoying the “runner’s high” that I [...]
Stability Ball Exercises - More than Just Abs
There is an infomercial making its way through the television airwaves for a product called The Bender Ball. It is a rubber ball that you can use to perform crunches and other various exercises. However, this isn’t a new concept. I do the same thing using a larger stability ball and there [...]
Bicycling for Fitness
I am excited about bike riding and was happy to get my new bike (pictured below):
It is a hybrid (comfort/mountain bike) 2006 GT Timberline Comfort Mountain bike. I am totally happy with it and I’ve already put some miles on it. The summer is a great time to get outdoors and bicycling for [...]
Fitness Myth - I’m Not Over Doing It, I Don’t Need a Doctor’s Permission
No matter what your age, it is always a good idea to get a check-up from your doctor before you begin a new exercise program. This is especially true if you haven’t exercised for a long period of time. A doctor can check your cardiovascular fitness, your cholesterol, as well as advising on [...]
Bowflex Dumbbells 552 Review
I have been wanting to purchase the Bowflex SelectTech 552 Dumbbell for quite some time now. The Bowflex Dumbbells 552 are the most popular adjustable dumbbells on the market today. Before I make any purchase, I tend to weigh the pros and cons before I commit to buying. From what I can tell, [...]