I’ve written on my At Home Fitness blog several times that even short workouts can be better than not doing any exercise at all. If you have a program designed where you normally do 45- or 60-minute workouts, but have hit a busy stretch where...
When many people think of weightlifting or strength training they picture young, athletic men and women powering up barbells and dumbbells. But did you know that weightlifting, also known as strength training, can greatly benefit people into their 80s and even 90s? Who knows, maybe there are...
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[caption id="attachment_1133" align="alignleft" width="266" caption="Treadmills"][/caption] A treadmill might not seem like that important a piece of equipment to have in your home, but when you really look at all they can do it’s well worth the investment. Whether you go with brands like Landice, Life Fitness, Vision...
Are you looking to get more out of your power blocks and/or dumbbells? This week I’ll offer some good workout tips to put those Pbs and Dbs to use. Today, we take a look at the arms. Men and women alike can really tone up their arms...
Are you looking to get more out of your power blocks and/or dumbbells? This week I’ll offer some good workout tips to put those Pbs and Dbs to use. Today, we take a look at the chest. DB/PB Bench press - If you’re not using power blocks...
Are you looking to get more out of your power blocks and/or dumbbells? This week I’ll offer some good workout tips to put those Pbs and Dbs to use. Today, we take a look at the legs. Dumbbell squats - When most people think of squats they...
Are you looking to get more out of your power blocks and/or dumbbells? This week I’ll offer some good workout tips to put those Pbs and Dbs to use. Today, we take a look at the shoulders. Standing dumbbell Arnold press - Stand straight up with your...
There are just about as many different opinions out there as to the best way to lift weights as there are different exercises you can do. Based on my experiences as a weight lifter, personal research and time spent talking to other athletes and trainers here...
[caption id="" align="alignleft" width="295" caption="Workout Variety"][/caption] Variety is the spice of life. It can also help jumpstart your workout programs. If you feel they have fallen a little bit flat lately, or that you’re having trouble getting over the hump to reach certain fitness goals, consider changing...