The number of miles you'll need to run to lose weight depends on your size and your goals. You must burn off 3,500 calories to lose 1 pound. Running a 12-minute mile burns approximately 100 calories -- slightly more for larger people and slightly fewer for smaller people.
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If your gym doesn't have a lat pulldown machine, don't sweat it. You can tone your lats with several other exercises.
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A little muscle soreness when starting Pilates or starting a new routine is normal. Intense muscle pain is not.
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Tight groin muscles limit free movement of the hips. Practice a few yoga poses regular to loosen tight groin muscles.
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Anyone can run faster with the right training. Weekly speed workouts, longer easy runs and proper recovery will help you get there.
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Boxing relies not only on speed and agility, but also on power. You can hit an opponent all you want, but if there is no power behind your punch, you're basically wasting valuable energy. Along with practicing your punches on a heavy bag, there are exercises you can perform to increase your punching power.
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A rounded upper back is often caused by poor posture. Yoga poses that strengthen the upper back and stretch the chest can help correct the problem.
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The deadlift works almost all the muscles in the body, including the back, legs and abdominal muscles.
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Just a few gym machines will help you tone and tighten your lower abs. Learn how to identify them and how to use them correctly.
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A running program is more likely to help you lose your love handles than targeted exercises such as side bends and sit ups, because these kinds of exercises don't burn many calories.
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Two weeks isn't much time to make a dent in lower back fat and love handles. But you can lose up to 4 pounds and create habits that lead to long-term fat loss.
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The Russian twist is a simple exercise that targets your entire core. You don't need any equipment, and it's suitable for beginners and more advanced exercisers
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Not only is hooping fun, but it can also help you burn calories, shed fat and tone your muscles for a slim waist.
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Blast back and armpit fat with super-charged cardio workouts and circuit-style strength training routines.
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A rounded back is often caused by poor posture. Exercises that strengthen the back muscles and stretch the chest muscles can help correct a rounded posture.
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The benefits of exercise, including running, are well-document. Running two miles a day can have significant positive effects on your physical and mental health
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Most back exercises are compound exercises. They work several muscle groups at one time and burn more calories than isolation exercises.
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After a C-section, talk to your doctor about when you can return to jogging. Start slowly with an effective walking routine.
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A good women's kickboxing shoe should have adequate support, fit snugly, be flexible and be lightweight.
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Body fat is a fickle foe -- easy to gain and tough to get rid of. Areas like the lower back, hips and obliques can be especially problematic, particularly if you have a body type that tends to pack on fat around the middle.
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