10.12.2008Basics about strengh training
This article is for those of you who have very limited time to devote to exercise, but are serious about getting or staying in shape. Most fitness experts agree that even devoting 30 minutes to strength training two or three times a week is sufficient for strength and muscle development. Many people make the mistake of adding more exercises and sets to their program to make it harder.
28.11.2008How to build more muscle in less time with supersets
Wouldn't it be great if there was a safe and natural way to build more muscle in a shorter period of time? In this day and age of exercise gimmicks and quick fix solutions, most smart bodybuilders and fitness enthusiasts would be skeptical if they heard such a claim. But guess what? Such an "animal" really does exist. No, it's not a drug. It's not some miracle supplement, either.
18.11.2008The top 7 fitness mistakes just about everybody makes
I know what you're thinking. You'd really love to be fit as a fiddle, but you just can't seem to make it happen. Instead of making sweet music, all you get is a bunch of sour notes. Too much weight, too little energy, too much flab, too little tone. The number one key to success is NOT to keep trying harder, but to stop doing what doesn't work, and start doing what's been proven to work. You say not that easy?
30.10.2008Stretching principles and guidelines
Flexibility is one of the key components of a balanced fitness program. Without flexibility training, you are missing an important part of overall health. Flexibility prevents injury, increases your range of motion, promotes relaxation, improves performance and posture, reduces stress and keeps your body feeling loose and agile. Although there is still some controversy over which flexibility exercises are the best and how often one should stretch.
15.10.2008Factors affecting strength
Many people feel that they must be doing something wrong because they aren't getting the same results as another person. It's important to realize that there are six primary factors affecting every individual's ability to achieve strength and muscle development, and we have little or no control over most of them. We hope you enjoy our article and that it will help you to do your strength exercise more effectively. Good luck with your efforts.
1.10.2008Been away from the gym for a while?
Our tips will help you give it another shot. If it's been a while since you set foot in a gym you may be in for a pleasant surprise. Gyms no longer cater only to the stick-thin, or those "Olympic athletes". Many facilities have adopted a friendlier, more accessible attitude. To ensure that your gym experience is a positive one, we have some vital tips for you to consider before you enter the front door, to make sure you have the right gear.
30.9.2008Habits not diets
Many of us are often faced with the daunting task of shedding the layers of flab we have accumulated because of excess eating and drinking. This time, instead of wondering "how can I get rid of this belly," why not ask yourself a totally different question: "How can I lose this excess baggage permanently so I don’t have to keep taking it off every year?" If you are having a difficult time keeping fat off permanently, it is probably because you foster the wrong attitude towards nutrition.
17.9.2008What is lecithin good for
Lecithin is a natural oil that might be able to help emulsify fat, maintain the cardiovascular system and lower cholesterol. Phosphatidyl serine is derived from lecithin that can help in maintaining nervous system function and might be able to lower the risk of dementia in seniors. You can find foods with lecithin added and you can find lecithin or Phosphatidyl serine supplements. Lecithin contains compounds that are responsible for maintaining the health of cell membranes.