Strength training is the most challenging aspect of a well-rounded fitness program as well as one of the most important ways to reduce your risk of osteoporosis. Most of us can figure out the cardio part and learn a few stretches, however lifting weights can be intimidating.
Read MoreTo slim down and shape up, should you focus on losing inches or losing pounds? The scale cannot differentiate between fat pounds and muscle pounds, so while your scale weight may not budge as you lose body fat and gain lean muscle, the proof will be in the fit of your clothing.
Read MoreIf you are frustrated by stubborn belly fat, you're not alone! It's a common aspect of menopause...
Read MoreHave you gotten a jump on your New Year's resolutions to shape up and get fit? From my experience, it takes people about three weeks into January to realize they haven't actually taken any action despite their best intentions. Now is the time to get started! If you're thinking about lifting some weights at home or getting back into the gym, take note of a few strength training "Don't's".
Read MoreHave a little fun as you sculpt your arms with the Wacky Biceps Curl. This unique version of a classic exercise recruits the muscle in an asymmetric pattern, combining two different methods of strength training and targeting two different aspects of the muscle.
Read MoreThe triceps in the back of the upper arm is a traditional trouble spot for women and I'm always looking for new exercises to target this muscle. Well, here's one exercise that's guaranteed to set your triceps on fire!
Read MoreDo you know that strengthening your muscles boosts your energy levels and helps improve your balance? Spending the last two weeks of August with my mother has made me more aware than ever of the importance of weight training. At more than 92 years of age, she has always been an active woman, motivated to exercise.
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