Exercise For Teens
by Jacob Parzych March 23rd, 2010| Running, Sports, Strength Training, Walking
These days, teens are in worse shape than ever. Between 16 and 33 percent of children and adolescents are obese. Obese teens are considerably more likely to die before the age of sixty than teens who are in shape.
Obesity is a very dangerous disease, so I am adding my thoughts
Obesity is a very dangerous disease, so I am adding my thoughts
More Ab Exercises
by Louise March 4th, 2010| Exercises, Strength Training
Looking for some more ab exercises? Here are 3 leg lift variations that have been used by many top athletes:
Single Leg Lifts - Start with your back on the ground and one knee bent, so that the sole of one foot is flat on the ground about a foot and
Single Leg Lifts - Start with your back on the ground and one knee bent, so that the sole of one foot is flat on the ground about a foot and
Variation Is a Killer…
by Joe Lawrence March 2nd, 2010| Cardio, Strength Training
I just arrived at a professional development school yesterday in the mountains of Tennessee and was rudely reminded about the importance of variation. The quarter mile hike up a very steep hill to the check-in office was a killer after eight hours on the road. It was even more fun
One Can Equal Three
by MPK February 11th, 2010| Exercises, Strength Training
No, that is not a math equation, nor is it a typographical error. It's a simple way to expand your exercise regimen.
A while ago we posted an article about muscle confusion. Simply put, if you continue to do the same exercises, they become less effective. However, the idea of
A while ago we posted an article about muscle confusion. Simply put, if you continue to do the same exercises, they become less effective. However, the idea of
5 Ab Exercises
by Louise February 9th, 2010| Exercises, Strength Training
Here on My Fitness Tunes, we have mentioned ab workouts in several of our articles. Developing core strength is essential in order for you to improve your performance in just about anything. Many ab workouts stress different ideas. 5 Minute Abs requires you to perform ten different
Get Back on the Horse in 2010
by Joe Lawrence January 27th, 2010| Exercises, Strength Training
I'm a huge fan of working out at home. Ten minute workouts here and there have kept me in shape for years, when gym time was not feasible. This article will pull two exercises from my martial arts days to build up your quads and glutes. In other words..."da butt."
Both
Both
Chin-up bar or gun rack? You decide.
by Joe Lawrence January 20th, 2010| Exercise Equipment, Exercises, Strength Training
Three’s a Charm
by Joe Lawrence December 23rd, 2009| Strength Training
The New Year is around the corner, and your workout routine just might need to be revamped. When it comes to fitness, there are three main areas to use to evaluate the type of routine you are using. Evaluate yours and see where you may need to balance things.
Depending on
Depending on
Crack Open Your Six Pack
by Joe Lawrence December 16th, 2009| Eating Tips, Exercises, Strength Training
Everyone wants a flat stomach or the famous six pack abs. The problem is most people do not do the right things to get them. Hopefully, I will give you some ideas to steer you in the right direction.
First off, I want to say that I personally do not feel
First off, I want to say that I personally do not feel
Save Money on Supplements
by Joe Lawrence November 18th, 2009| Cardio, Eating Tips, Exercises, Family Fitness, Running, Sports, Strength Training
When it comes to fitness, there is no secret that you put your body through the wringer. Afterward your body requires the replacement of essential nutrients. There are many companies and a trillion dollar fitness industry willing to sell you the secret potions to replenish you after a workout and
Stretching is important for athletes
by Joe Lawrence November 11th, 2009| Eating Tips, Exercises, Sports, Strength Training
'Is there really any value in stretching?' I remember thinking this question in my head while doing the flexibility drills in Tae Kwon Do. After twenty-some years of fitness, the answer is a resounding 'yes.'
When I first began training in martial arts I was not very limber. Being almost six
When I first began training in martial arts I was not very limber. Being almost six