I’m not sure when one of the original “The Firm” Total Body Workout with Susan Harris was first released, but the leg warmers; outfits and hairstyles remind me of the 1980s. Although the The Firm’s “Total Body Workout: Body Sculpting Basics,” tape/DVD may be retro, it claims to provide “visible results in 10 workouts guaranteed.” ...
Are you looking for some easy to do exercises that will help you build core (stomach) strength and maybe even help you lose some stomach fat? Are you wondering how you can do this since you are not in the greatest shape? Have no fears. There are some strength training exercises most of us can ...
Burpees are one of the best full-body exercises that you can do. They are great because you can do them in a relatively small area and do not need any additional equipment. The traditional burpee consists of a push-up, a squat thrust, and a jump. It will build strength in your shoulders, chest, legs, and ...
When I was in California several years ago, I had seen a Butterfly Life Fitness Center and picked up a brochure. It sounded very interesting because it was not just a workout place, but the brochure mentioned that it included support and instruction on nutrition, fitness, psychology, yoga and fashion. I was very intrigued, so ...
I have been a fan of Billy Blanks for the better part of a decade. I was given the original Tae-Bo collection on VHS as a birthday gift in 1999. I did the video faithfully on a daily basis for six months, and dropped 80 pounds. Having regained the 80 pounds (and then some!) I ...
When you are a plus size person, working out can be intimidating. If you are planning to hit the gym or a local park, it can be difficult to find comfortable plus size workout clothes that will make you feel great about yourself and be able to exercise well at the same time. Being out ...
Why should you bother to take notes on your weight lifting/strength training routine? The answer is simple. Improvement. First off, for your exercise journal to help there are certain things that need to be tracked. On a separate sheet, or even on a large index card, write down your usual routine. What exercises do you ...
Six Second Abs is a product you may have seen on informercials late at night and wondered if it actually worked or not. My mother purchased one and only used it a few times so when I asked her if I could have it she was more than willing to part with it. I was ...
Spot reduction (localized fat burning) can happen with the right exercise routines. If your exercise routines include these body fat reduction drills, you will experience localized fat burning in your trouble spots, like thighs (leg exercises). I will explain how to burn fat in your thunder thighs. You must be willing to commit to simple, ...
The Brooks Adrenaline running shoe is very similar to the Brooks Axiom. Both are made by Brooks Running (obviously), both are designed for runners with small to medium builds, are both are for slight to moderate overpronators. Overpronation is when the foot slants inward as it touches the ground, as opposed to being in a ...
