Aqua training is basically running in water. It’s a great way for injured athletes to maintain conditioning, and for uninjured individuals to improve their fitness. Aqua training is a no…
Boxing is, indeed, a high energy aerobic sport, and competitive cyclists do, indeed burn up the calories. When training and sparring, boxers can require 5,000 or 6,000 calories a day…
Obesity has reached epidemic proportions not only in the United States, but also throughout the world. The World Health Organization says obesity is increasing rapidly even in very poor countries,…
Fitness requires both regular exercise and good nutrition. Your nutritional requirements may change depending on what kind of exercise you are doing and how intensely you are training. Eating right…
For years, common wisdom has been to stretch out your muscles before a workout. It was thought that stretching loosened up the muscles and prevented injuries. It seems that common…
Winter sports are great fun and a wonderful way to maintain fitness during cold months. Downhill or cross-country skiing, sledding, ice skating—or just walkin’ in a winter wonderland. Winter exercise…
Strength training is an important part of an overall exercise program. It makes you stronger, helps your endurance, improves your balance and helps burn excess fat. Here are the best…
Exercise is an important factor in preventing and treating osteoporosis. After menopause, most women begin to lose bone density, which puts them at risk for fractures. Although the tendency toward…