Fitness Mastery: Hypertrophy, HIIT & Running Optimization

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F45 Training: The Newest Functional Fitness Class

Published Oct,08 2018  |  By Jody Braverman

F45 is the hottest new group fitness training concept from Australia. Combining high-intensity interval training, circuit training and functional training, each 45-minute class is designed to burn fat, build lean muscle and help you function optimally in everyday life.

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What Are the Benefits of Yoga for Seniors?

Published Oct,03 2018  |  By Meaghan Massenat

Seniors often suffer from multiple chronic conditions, such as high blood pressure, arthritis, and poor sleep. Yoga has long been shown to alleviate the symptoms of many such conditions, combining physical poses with relaxation and breathing techniques, to improve overall health and well-being.

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Exercises to Improve Balance in Seniors

Published Oct,03 2018  |  By Judy Fisk

Falling is the most common cause of accidental injury for adults aged 65 or older and can be the cause of functional decline, social withdrawal, anxiety and depression. For older adults who are anxious to maintain their independence and stay physically and socially active, that's hard news to hear.

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5 Important Muscles Your Workout Misses

Published Sep,28 2018  |  By Greg Presto

You have more than 600 skeletal muscles in your body. Can you name them all? Don’t sweat it. Most men focus on three: guns, pecs and abs. And women? Butt, arms and tummy.

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What to Do After Running a 5K

Published Sep,25 2018  |  By Tim Petrie

Whether it is your first race or your 30th, knowing how to take care of your body after a 5K or any other race is an important part of being a smart runner.

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24 Essential Push-Up Variations for Total-Body Strength

Published Sep,18 2018  |  By Martin Rooney

Push-ups are everywhere — high school gym classes, the military, gym, studios and dojos or even used as a form of punishment. With good reason: Push-ups are tough. While people at gyms spend lots of time on benches and other fancy equipment, push-ups may be an even more effective way to get you stronger, faster.

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Proper Push-Up Technique

Published Sep,18 2018  |  By Collette Stohler

The push-up is one of the most simple, yet effective upper body exercises. For maximum results, it is imperative to perform this exercise with proper form.

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Can Walking Be Enough to Reduce Obesity?

Published Sep,11 2018  |  By August McLaughlin

Walking is hands-down the easiest form of exercise. So easy, in fact, that you likely do it without even thinking about it. You can walk almost anywhere, and walking provides a broad range of benefits. Unfortunately, researchers and health experts agree that Americans need to be doing a lot more of it.

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5 Things You Need to Know About Breaking in Running Shoes

Published Sep,11 2018  |  By Livestrong Contributor

When you get that new pair of running shoes, do not immediately start to run in them. Walk around the house for a few days in them and wear the shoes when running errands around town. Wear them to work if you're allowed. This will also provide a good snapshot of how your new running shoes fit.

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The One Trick to Help You Lift More Weight Instantly

Published Sep,11 2018  |  By Lauren Bedosky

Nothing beats the feeling of knowing you’re stronger today than you were yesterday. If you train with weights on a regular basis, chances are you know how exciting it is to nail a heavy lift you could once barely budge. To score your next PR (personal record), give post-activation potentiation (PAP) a try.

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15 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Running

Published Sep,11 2018  |  By Ashley Lauretta

It’s pretty easy to learn from your own mistakes. But why even make the mistakes in the first place if you can learn from where others have gone wrong? While running can be as easy as putting one foot in front of the other, it can quickly become a lot more complicated. Do you need special shoes? A coach?

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15-Minute Workout for Beginners

Published Sep,11 2018  |  By Kyle Arsenault

When it comes to training, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned workout veteran, there’s a time and place for low-intensity training sessions. They're a great way to introduce yourself to training, start back up after a hiatus, decrease stress on a battle-worn body or boost recovery between higher-intensity sessions.

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