Building Muscle: How Is It Really Done?

Tuesday, May 5th, 2009

Most people believe that in order to build noticeable muscle size, they have to devote many hours in the gym, 5 or 6 days a week for many years. This is untrue, yes, hard work is required, but to devote that much time is unnecessary.
Substantial muscle growth can be achieved with 40-minute sessions 3 days [...]

Bringing Out The Abdominal Muscles

Tuesday, May 5th, 2009

When it comes to exercises for the abdominal muscles you're spoilt for choice, there are so many to choose from. That's great but which ones are the most effective is the question and in what order.
There are many ineffective abs exercises out there, so it is important to spend time and energy only on the [...]

Basic Stretches For Runners

Tuesday, May 5th, 2009

There is some controversy as to when the best time to stretch is. Some people believe that it is good to stretch before a run and after the warm up. Others prefer to stretch after the run and skip their pre-run stretch. Some stretch both times. In a lot of ways, the right time to [...]

A True Tail!

Tuesday, May 5th, 2009

Jungle Scene 1
Tiger lay there, feeling somewhat hungry. As tigers tend to. Switching his tail.
Suddenly in the glade ahead appeared a fat juicy Antelope.
"Ah" said Tiger, "Dinner Time!"
He crawled on his belly, inching closer and closer to his lunch. But a Bird chirped a warning! ""DANGER"" The Antelope looked up, saw the Tiger and thought [...]

A Quick Guide To Buying A Pair Of Running Shoes

Tuesday, May 5th, 2009

There are several things to keep in mind when setting out to buy running shoes. If you purchase a shoe that is not right for your foot, you can suffer the consequences. Things like shin splints, tendonitis, and plantar faciatis are all things that can happen if you don't where the proper shoes. Basically, you [...]

America Online Launches New AOL Diet & Fitness Channel

Monday, April 6th, 2009

Just in time for summer swimsuits, America Online launched its new Diet & Fitness channel, designed to help support AOL members' complete weight loss needs throughout the year. Responding to the growing trend in online dieting, AOL Diet & Fitness enables members to manage their diet efforts more effectively through a one-stop weight loss center, [...]

Epic T60 treadmill a commercial grade treadmill

Monday, April 6th, 2009

Epic T60 treadmill is a treadmill brand manufactured by Icon Health and Fitness, Inc. Icon basically brought the Epic brand back to life for a few retail chains, the most recognized being Costco. The Epic T60 treadmill is made exclusively for Costco, the discount retailer. Epic T60 treadmill has useful and desirable features for the [...]

Grand Lido Negril Unites Body and Soul with ‘Fit Week’

Monday, April 6th, 2009

As New Year's resolutions fade and winter-weary travelers nervously anticipate the revelations of swimsuit season, Grand Lido Negril, SuperClubs' luxurious all-suite AAA Four Diamond resort, provides guests with the antidote to fear and loathing: "Fit Week" - 10 days pleasantly loaded with carefully designed fitness and wellness activities.
From April 21 - May 2, guests will [...]

Stationary Bikes Improve Muscle Tone

Monday, April 6th, 2009

Although the personal trainer at the fitness club will say differently it is imperative to note that even low intensity workout on the stationary bike will produce health benefits and be less likely to produce injury. The inactive population is often led to believe that there must be sore muscles and a lot [...]

Luther launches new Amundson Lifetime Wellness Program

Monday, April 6th, 2009

The dedication ceremony for the Nena Amundson Lifetime Wellness Program held April 4 launched a new era of fitness and wellness education at Luther College.

The ceremony included a tribute to the late Nena Amundson, a 1956 Luther graduate whose gift funded the new program. Ann Highum, vice president and dean of student life, presented the [...]