Here I'll cover how to effectively use free weights for strength training. Even if you've never lifted weights before, I've designed the workout below to safely get you going. Two of the most ...

In Part I of this seven-part series, we started our fitness journey by learning how to strengthen the mind-body connection and practice breathing to create good posture. In Part II, we learned how to ...

Want to get into strength training but not sure how? Let us suggest starting out with free weights. Whether you’re going for the fan-favorite dumbbells or getting more adventurous with kettlebells or ...

“No one likes it when the singer is out of breath,” said David Drejas, singer and guitarist for OUTDrejas, which bills itself as an outrageous rock 'n' roll act. “I have noticed that training with ...

Anyone who regularly works out in a busy gym, your answer to the free weights vs machines question is probably just “whichever is available first”. And that’s fair, but if you’re able to take a ...

Ankle weights are popular in fitness routines, but should you use them daily? Learn the benefits and risks of ankle weights to make the best choice for your goals. When used correctly, they can ...

When it comes to improving our cardiovascular health, more often than not we tend to gravitate towards the treadmill, Stairmaster, or exercise bike (to name a few). But, did you know you don’t ...

Ankle weights have gone in and out of fitness fashion, but at the moment, they’re solidly on-trend. More than a cute workout accessory, though, they’re a tool you can use strategically to engage and ...

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