Fitness Mastery: Hypertrophy, HIIT & Running Optimization Written by Barrett Barlowe

Fitness Mastery: Hypertrophy, HIIT & Running Optimization

Comprehensive fitness involves a mix of strength training for hypertrophy, HIIT for metabolic health, and corrective exercises for postural alignment.

Pros & Cons of Water Aerobics

Published Dec,29 2017 | By Barrett Barlowe

Hop in the pool for a good workout with a lot of benefits —but a water aerobics fitness session doesn't work miracles.

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Does Swimming Help to Make Your Stomach Flat?

Published Aug,17 2011 | By Barrett Barlowe

Elite swimmers look good even when they aren’t encased in girdle-tight, competitive swimsuits, but getting that sleek profile takes discipline and exercise. Water provides steady, gentle resistance for effective workouts.

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How Many Calories Does Walking in Water Burn?

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Barrett Barlowe

Walking in water can be effective exercise for people of different ages and fitness levels. You start walking in waist-deep water and then move deeper in the water to increase the difficulty of your workout. Wear a flotation belt to keep balanced and upright when you water-walk in depths over your head.

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What Happens to Your Body When You Don't Exercise?

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Barrett Barlowe

Medical professionals and fitness experts advocate exercise as a way to maintain and build health. You reverse the benefits of exercise when you stop working out, and you never build up fitness and endurance if you never exercise at all.