General Fitness: How to Lose Weight and Get Fit Faster

How long does it really take to get fit or lose 50 pounds through walking? Understanding concentric exercises, kettlebell swing mechanics, and proper post-workout hydration is key to building a sustainable fitness lifestyle.

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What Is a Good Exercise Heart Rate?

The easiest way to figure your maximum heart rate is to subtract your age from 220. Once you know this number, you can determine a good heart rate for your next exercise session.

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How Women Over 40 Can Lose 10 Pounds Quickly

Once you reach age 40, you, as a woman, may feel the odds are stacked against you when it comes to weight loss. You can lose weight, but it may take a bit more effort than it did in your 20s.

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Calories Burned in an Abdominal Workout

Calories Burned in an Abdominal Workout

Most abdominal workouts burn few calories as they don't require movement from your largest muscles. They still play an important role in your fitness program.

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List of Aerobic Workouts

Aerobic exercise is any movement that uses the large muscles of the body to raise your heart rate. Options including walking, dancing and biking.

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What Is a Dead Muscle?

A doctor, personal trainer or physical therapist may use the term "dead muscle." It's a way of describing a muscle that's been deprived of nutrients and is no longer usable, that's injured or that's simply inactive due to underuse.

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Can You Work Out After a Full-Body Massage?

Save a full-body massage for after your workout; don't get one before. After a massage, wait about 24 hours before engaging in vigorous exercise, such as running or weight training.

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Post Workout Carb-Protein Ratio

When you eke out your last rep or sprint through your final mile, your work isn't quite done. Even if you aren't hungry immediately after exercise, this is one of the best times to eat.

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Body-Weight Exercises for Obese People

Regular exercise, along with a healthy diet, provides a way for someone who's obese to reach a healthier body weight and combat the chronic diseases associated with the condition. Starting an exercise program can help you lose weight, promote a better mood and improved sleep and build stronger bones.

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What Is a Good Amount of Calories Burned in a Workout?

Burning calories means you can afford to eat more, which is especially helpful if you are trying to manage your weight. You may think the more calories you burn during a workout the better, but the quality of your workouts is really what counts toward your fitness and health goals.

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