The newest models of treadmills come with some amazing technology. One of the most popular new technologies is the iFit Live program. Before you buy a new treadmill learn all about this technology and decide if it’s right for you. What is iFit Live? In a nutshell iFit live delivers personalized workouts directly to your… [Continue Reading]

Diets play a huge part in attaining six pack abs. However, you don’t really need to adhere to their very strict rules. Here are some guidelines which you can follow if you have problems adhering to strict diets. 1. Eat more than is necessary. You are trying to build muscles aren’t you? Well, muscles aren’t… [Continue Reading]

Have you heard of sitting disease? It’s the new name for society’s sedentary lifestyle. It’s a shocking name and there’s a reason behind it. Being sedentary can kill you. Sitting all day at your desk, in your car and on your couch causes a number of diseases. It causes obesity, diabetes, heart disease and chronic… [Continue Reading]

One of the beautiful things about running is that it can be done in just about any weather, any time of day and for very little cost.  It’s a multi-seasonal sport!  However, to make running comfortable in any type of weather there are a few pieces of gear you’ll want to have. Summer Running Gear… [Continue Reading]

For many people running just isn’t in the cards. You might be one of those people. Maybe you have existing joint problems. Maybe running just doesn’t feel good. That’s okay. Walking is a great way to get and stay in shape. Why Walking Works You body was designed to move. When you walk, rather than… [Continue Reading]

Why Workout with Our Pet? It’s not just people who are facing a growing obesity problem in the United States. Believe it or not, our pets are also getting fatter. While this trend can affect virtually any type of pet, it is most often seen in dogs. When your dog carries too much weight, it… [Continue Reading]

Not sure about which to try, yoga or Pilates? Why not try a fusion of the two called Yogilates? As more and more people practice yoga, fitness experts and enthusiasts are finding ways to westernize it and make it more valuable or interesting to the general public. What is Yogalates? Yogalates is a blend of… [Continue Reading]

What is YogaFit and How Does it Differ from Yoga? YogaFit was created in 1994 by an experienced and certified yoga instructor named Beth Shaw. Beth noticed that traditional yoga principles did not always translate well into the group setting that is commonly found in today’s health clubs. YogaFit differs from more traditional yoga practice… [Continue Reading]

Functional fitness may be the buzz word for 2012. According to many fitness experts it is the burgeoning trend in fitness. But what exactly is functional fitness and is it right for you? Functional Fitness Defined Functional fitness is about training your muscles to work together to perform every day functions. For example, a standard… [Continue Reading]