Fun Fitness Fusion
Yoga is being combined with other fitness activities to create fusion workouts. Yoga fusion provides a complete mind body workout.Over the last 15 years the fitness industry has witnessed many changes
Skipping
Skipping isn\'t just for kids. It provides a great workout, burning approximately 125 calories for 10 minutes of skipping exercise.As a certified personal trainer, I attend fitness workshops to maintai
Winter Workout, Canada Style
With winter weather putting a damper on your workout plans, you may be ready to give up on your blossoming six-pack. But don’t despair; there are fun and challenging ways to stay fit in the Canadian o
Zumba
Wondering what the zumba exercise craze is all about? We introduce you to this music-infused energetic workout.When it comes to working out, many people feel exercise should be athletic-based and chal
Joint Healthy Exercise
Our joint-healthy osteoarthritis exercises will help your joints move more smoothly and increase your range of motion.More than 100 types of arthritis exist, affecting people of every age, physical co
Kettlebell Training
Bored of your exercise routine? Add a kettlebell workout to increase your strength, endurance, and power while obtaining excellent core conditioning.I have a confession to make. I suffer from what I
Weighted Hula Hoops
Hula hoops were dubbed the \"granddaddy of American fads\" in the 1950s. But hula hoops have come around again with a renewed emphasis on their health benefits.Some of you may remember when the “grandda
Real Men Do Yoga
Although yoga is popular with both sexes, we introduce you to yoga poses that have specific benefits for men.Not so long ago yoga was solely a male activity. Even as recently as the mid-19th century,
Biking
Get ready to hit the road with our biking exercises. Cycling benefits your lower body most. It works out the quadriceps, calves, hamstrings, and butt.The sights, sounds, and smells that come alive on
Hard Core Training
Core strength is the most essential component of any complete physical training program. Without it, athletes lack functional strength and leave themselves open to fatigue and injury. Whether professi
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