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25 Fitness Myths, Part 2

Thursday, February 21st, 2008

Part 1 is here.

You Have to Do Cardio (or Aerobics) to Lose Fat or be Fit
Cardio, usually referred to as “aerobics,” was really big in the ’80’s. Fitness professionals were convinced that the only way to attain true fitness was to do aerobics. An entire industry sprang up around it, with clothing, videos, [...]

25 Fitness Myths, Part 1

Wednesday, February 20th, 2008

Doing crunches will flatten your abs. Doing specific leg exercises will slim your thighs.
There is no such thing as spot-reducing. There is no specific exercise you can do that will guarantee fat loss in a particular area. When you lose fat, you will lose it in genetically predetermined ways. [...]

Useless Exercise Equipment

Monday, February 18th, 2008

This comedian is talking about his roommate, who is a Chippendale dancer. If you’d rather not hear adult humor, please don’t click. Toward the end he talks about exercise equipment that is often advertised on television, especially on infomercials.

So, on the subject of silly exercise equipment, have you seen the Leg Magic Pro? [...]

Protein FAQ

Saturday, February 16th, 2008

I’ve gotten a few questions about protein, since I last posted about it a couple of days ago. Here are some answers for you.
Okay, really now, how much protein do I need?
How do I know if I’m getting too much protein?
Which foods are high in protein?
Which protein supplements are best?
How many servings of protein [...]

Obese Nation: Is Your Weight Causing You to Miss Out?

Saturday, February 9th, 2008

You are probably already aware of the health risks of obesity. Not only are you more inclined to suffer from various diseases such as diabetes, cancer, arthritis, asthma, gout and heart disease, even things like sleep apnea effect overweight people more frequently, and it is thought to contribute to depression. But have you [...]

Get a Flatter Tummy Fast!

Friday, February 8th, 2008

In three weeks, or slightly less, I’m going to Cancun on a business-related trip with my husband. Needless to say, we both want to look our best on the beach! As with most people, and especially people our age, the biggest problem is the abdominal area. We’d love to have flat tummies [...]

Benefits of Hiring a Personal Trainer

Thursday, February 7th, 2008

Safety
A personal trainer will look at your medical history, perform a fitness assessment, prescribe the right types and amount of exercise, and ensure you use proper form while exercising. This all adds up to a tremendous increase in your personal safety, especially if you are just starting out.
For someone more experienced, a trainer [...]