Any form of exercise at any time of day is always advantageous. However, there are many people who enjoy doing their workout and exercise routines early in the morning before they get to work or start off a day's regular activities. They choose to do their workouts in the mornings because of the benefits they present in improving their fitness levels. Here are a few reasons why morning workouts are important in improving one's...more
In the realm of strength training, kettlebells hold a very special place. There are many who would vouch for their effectiveness in building strength, adding muscle mass, shaping the body and transforming the way they look and feel altogether. When it comes to resistance training, especially with free weights, the first things we tend to think of are dumbbells and barbells, with their rows of weight discs attached to short or...more
If you're an experienced bodybuilder you'll know that building muscle works in 2 basic cycles. First we have the growth cycle. While you're on the growth cycle your goal is to put on as much poundage as possible! This means eating loads of good calories like protein and complex carbohydrates. You should never feel hungry. The minute you feel hungry, it's time for another meal. Get the picture?The second cycle is what's know as the cutting cycle. This is where you trim off your excess fat to give you muscle definition and a really ripped look. When cutting you want to strip off the fat quickly without losing any muscle size. This means a different workout and much different diet. In this article I'm going to give you my top tips for losing the fat.I'm going to focus on the basics of weight loss. I'm not going to go into different cutting workout, that's an entire article in itself. Some people will find it very hard and frustrating to lose body fat. But if you stick to strict diet and train hard you will do it and it will be worth all the hard work!Burn the fat!TIP #1: Cardio training Cardiovascular exercise is arguably the best way for you to burn fat. Even if you are...more
I have to admit that it's been a while since I've enjoyed looking in mirrors. I've always been a little overweight, but let's face it, having kids and getting older packs on the pounds. I've tried everything from national organizations that hold weekly meetings to pills from the health food store that guarantee weight loss. ...more
When it comes to the ultimate six pack routine you need to be aware of one thing, consistency is the key. Like with any workout if you only do it a few times you won't get the best results and this is no different. The great thing about the ultimate six pack routine is that you can completely change the look of your mid section in...more
You can achieve incredible weight loss with a beach fitness boot camp. What's so unique about exercising on the beach is that you're using a lot of resources that cannot be replicated inside of a gym. For example, running in the sand. By running in the sand, you have to contend with balance, coordination, and strength due to the unlevel surface. Another example of how unique exercising on the beach is, is the ability to use the ocean or sea as a source of resistance as well.When it comes to losing weight a comprehensive approach must be taken. Losing weight is best achieved by making 3 key necessary changes and that is lifestyle changes, eating a healthy, balanced diet and getting plenty of regular exercise. If you have weight to lose, you'll want to consume less calories and exercise more to burn fat.There are no secret gimmicks that will help you lose weight. Losing weight means you're going to have to eat sensibly, meaning no extreme dieting, and exercise regularly.For cardio health, a schedule of 20-60 minute exercise sessions between 3-5 days per week is recommended. Most people should be exercising anywhere between 1-1.5hrs a day, although it's best to talk to...more
Obtaining ripped, six-pack abs requires that you reduce your abdominal fat as much as possible while developing the underlying abdominal muscles. No matter how hard you work on your abdominal muscles, your efforts will be in vain if...more
When starting out it is important that you follow a proper bodybuilding training system to help prevent injury. Following a proper system will lower your risk of injury to the tendons and ligaments and help you prevent set backs from...more
Unless you're genetically blessed with big calves, you probably have found that your calf training has produced less than desirable results. For many, calf training can be confusing and, sometimes, frustrating. The tough, resilient...more
A past multiple-Mr. Olympia champion recently revealed the training regimen he used to build his strong, balanced foundation of muscle that had him winning shows before he was 21 and winning the Mr. Olympia title before he was...more
What do you want to accomplish when comes to alleviating pain? Mainly is a solution for the whole body relaxation and help to alleviate pain associated with hypertension, arthritis and rheumatism. If you are like me I cannot...more
Being fit is defined in many different ways. For some, it means being able to "fit" into the clothes they want to wear, some defines it as looking right for your age and height, and some defines it as being able to do some physical...more