Avoiding Post-Meal Sleepiness

Have you ever finished eating a meal and then felt like you were going to fall asleep?  All of us have had this feeling, which is often referred to as having a "food coma" at some point.  But, what causes this feeling to occur and...

Fitness Tips for the Holidays

If you managed to make it past Thanksgiving without cheating on your diet, congratulations may be in order.  Unfortunately for anyone who is trying to watch his or her weight, however, there are still plenty of tempting days left in the holiday season.  Therefore, if...

Choosing the Proper Fitness Apparel

When it comes to getting a great workout, it is important for you to choose the right equipment.  While most people think of machines and weights when they think about exercise equipment, there is more to selecting the right exercise equipment than machinery.  In fact,...

Keeping Your Fitness Program Fresh and Exciting with Treadmills for Home

Are you looking for a way to keep your at home fitness routine fresh and exciting?  If so, you might want to consider purchasing a treadmill.  With the help of treadmills for home, you can easily change up your routine whenever you like while also...

Buying At Home Fitness Equipment vs Going to the Health Clubs

Are you trying to determine whether you should purchase home fitness equipment to use at home or if you should join a health club?  The reality is that there are pros and cons associated with both options.  Therefore, it is important for you to consider...

Top 10 Pieces of Home Exercise Equipment to Add to Your Home Gym

Are you looking for some great pieces of home exercise equipment to add to your home gym?  If so, there are several items you should consider adding to your collection.  While some of these items will require a somewhat significant investment to purchase, you may...

Getting the Most from Your Elliptical Trainer

There is no doubt that working out with an elliptical can provide you with a great workout.  In fact, there are many benefits to using a workout that you cannot necessary get from other pieces of workout equipment.  In addition, when used in combination with other exercises or when you use a little creativity with your elliptical workout, you can maximize the benefits of using one of these machines while also staving off boredom.

Build Speed and Strength with Plyometrics

Are you wanting to build up both your power and your speed?  If so, you might want to consider implementing some exercise techniques referred to as plyometrics. With plyometrics, you use explosive movements to help build up the power in your muscles while also increasing your response time and overall speed.  If you were a basketball player, for example, you might engage in a box jumping exercise in order to build up your leg muscles while also increasing the height of your vertical jump.  Whether you are looking to speed up your upper body or your lower body, there are plenty of plyometric exercises you can use.