| 12/1/05 |
Holiday Pounds
Assuming you are health conscious (you are reading this column,
after all), you may be asking yourself how you will maintain your
good eating habits while finding the time to exercise and still
enjoy the holidays.more |
| 11/15/05 |
10 Easy Steps to Losing Weight
(part 2)
This is the continuation of the previous Fitness Forum column that
will unveil the second part of the ten easy steps to weight loss.more |
| 11/1/05 |
10 Easy Steps to Losing Weight
(part 1)
It’s confusing to say the least, so I decided to dedicate
this edition’s column to that very subject in order to cut
through the confusion. Listed below are the first five best, no
non-sense ways to maximize weight loss.more |
| 8/15/05 |
Less than 100%
Should I exercise when I’m sick? That depends on how sick
you are and how well you know your body.more |
| 7/15/05 |
Just Do It
One sure way to overcome procrastination is to just do it, like
the Nike campaign states.more |
| 6/15/05 |
A Win-Win Combo
I don’t think anyone would argue that volunteering, contributing,
and raising funds in support of a charity event is a great way to
get in shape!more |
| 6/1/05 |
Commonly Asked Questions
Do I need to stretch before exercise of after? What is the best
exercise to do to burn fat?... more |
| 5/15/05 |
Stay Cool in the Heat
With the weather getting hotter, it’s more important than
ever to stay hydrated and take safety precautions when exercising
outdoors.more |
| 5/1/05 |
5 Fitness Rules
“What should I do to get in shape and lose weight”?
Well, the answer depends on a lot of factors...more |
| 4/15/05 |
Summer's Here!
If some of you find it difficult to get motivated to workout, maybe
you need to try a different approach. Rather than spend these nice
days in a gym, try mixing it... more |
| 4/1/05 |
Building Muscle
Resistance training can consist of lifting free weights, like dumbbells
and barbells; weight training machines; resistance bands; or body
weight exercises, like push-ups and sit-ups. more |
| 3/15/05 |
Burning Fat
The more muscle a person has, the greater their metabolism is, which
equates to the faster they burn calories...more |
| 3/1/05 |
Train Smart
While some injuries we have no control over, many others we can
do something about simply by preparing well. By that I mean a combination
of things like... more |
| 2/15/05 |
What Fits You?
These days with so many forms of exercise and fitness training available,
it can be difficult deciding what to choose, not to mention what
will work the best for you.more |
| 2/1/05 |
Don't Overlook the Obvious
A lot of you out there reading this may be exercising regularly
and working hard to stay healthy, but at the same time not taking
the simple, but often over-looked steps to help you on your journey.more |
| 1/15/05 |
Developing Good Habits
A woman that recently emailed me inquiring about a fitness routine
inspired this column. Like a lot of people, she’s finding
it difficult to get into a routine, and even more so to continue
enjoying it after the initial excitement wears off. more |
| 1/2/05 |
Weight is Like Metal
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard something
along the lines of “I’ve dropped two pant sizes but
I haven’t lost any weight.” In reality, if you aren’t
considered obese, what does it really matter what the scale reads
if your circumference measurements and body fat are decreasing?
more |