Winter is a time when many people gain 1-2 extra pounds, and some even pack on 10 or more. As we get older, unfortunately that winter weight gain often becomes permanent. It’s OK to reach for warm, filling comfort foods such as creamy soup, chili, or...
If you live in a colder climate, chances are you have a little bit more trouble staying trim in the winter. Experts say that most people gain at least 1-2 pounds between November and February. Ad the older people get, the harder it is to...
[caption id="attachment_1366" align="alignleft" width="296" caption="The late Jack LaLanne"][/caption] Earlier this week I paid tribute to fintess pioneer Jack LaLanne, who died at the age of 96 on Jan. 23, in a blog for At Home Fitness. Today, I came across some great advice from LaLanne in the...
[caption id="" align="alignleft" width="370"] Landice ElliptiMill[/caption] Landice is extremely well know in the treadmill business, but did you know the company also makes some of the premier elliptical machines in the country? Elliptical machines allow you to burn lots of calories without the weight-bearing stress of jogging....
[caption id="attachment_1358" align="alignright" width="300" caption="Jack Lalanne"][/caption]Everyone in the fitness industry owes a special thank you to Jack LaLanne. The American fitness pioneer died Sunday at his residence in Morro Bay, California at age 96. It seemed like LaLanne would go on forever, but as we know...
When it comes to getting in shape, and staying that way, a treadmill is one of the single best investments a person can ever make in their home gym. From elite athletes to senior citizens trying to get in a 15-20 minutes of exercise a day,...
For a top-quality cardio workout that will burn the most calories, in many cases people rate the elliptical over the treadmill. Because ellipticals give a thorough, complete-body workout for the upper and lower body simultaneously, the heart rate elevates quickly. Consequently, the entire body is being...
Most people who have worked out even a little bit know about elliptical machines nowadays. Although treadmills are the longtime dominant fitness machine for cardio exercises, elliptical machines continue to gain in popularity. Go to any fitness club or gym that has both machines and you’ll...
When it comes to our busy lifestyles, many people put off exercising because they simply don’t have the time. Or so they think. Did you know there are lots of great benefits a person can get from exercising just 30 minutes per day? Here are five tips...