Will The Real Fitness Hormone Please Stand Up!

(Submited by: Phil Campbell )

New Medical Research shows high-intensity exercise can increase the bodys natural production of the fitness hormone by 530%!When I completed the research phase for a health and fitness book in 2002, the bio-medical research was complete ... Read article

Fitness: Getting Started

(Submited by: Gio Stirato )

It seems like everywhere you turn, there is someone trying to sell you some product or program to help you get in a great fitness level. There is so much hype that it seems hard to muddle through all the junk and find something that can actually ... Read article

Unique Gift Ideas -- The Gift Of Fitness

(Submited by: Lynn Bode )

Well, its almost that time of year again the holiday shopping season is just around the corner. Have you thought about what you are going to give those people on your hard to shop for list? Instead of another tie for your dad or music CD for ... Read article

Fitness - How to Develop the Attitude

(Submited by: Helen Norse )

During a catalogue search at my local library, I came across this title: "Fitness without Exercise - The Scientifically Proven Strategy for Achieving Maximum Health with Minimum Effort." This book by Bryant Stamford and Porter Shimer really ... Read article

Are You A Beginner Serious About Fitness?

(Submited by: Marty Gallagher )

Ive been barraged with inquires asking how best to set up fitness programs. I thought it might be appropriate to go over the basics of how best to design an effective fitness program. Any sensible body renovation plan need include three elements: ... Read article

The Degradation of Fitness Science

(Submited by: Brian Johnston )

The world and our selves evolve and exist in a cyclic fashion; good times and bad ups and downs we experience changes that seem to repeat, including everyday cycles of sleep-wake and cell regeneration. History is a broad example of cycles, ... Read article

Spoiled Rotten: The Big 3 Reasons for Fitness Failure

(Submited by: Aaron Potts )

"I want it now, now, now!"Does this sound like the mind-numbing rant of a spoiled 7-year old in a toy store? Sure it does, and if you've ever heard a similar dialogue from a child, then you understand instinctively that the child in ... Read article

Deciding on a Fitness Center: Tips for Choosing

(Submited by: Conray Knox )

Joining one of the many fitness centers in your area can have a lot of benefits, but can also be a big expense. Since most centers ask you to sign contracts that can be difficult to cancel, make sure that joining a fitness center is for you and ... Read article

Benefits of Having a Fitness Buddy

(Submited by: TC Thorn )

It's raining outside. Your shoes are still wet from your last walking session. You really should just go out and exercise, but there's something good on TV. Maybe later...Sound familiar?Now try this scenario: It's raining outside ... Read article

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