Archive for December, 2006

What is the Goofiest Exercise You’ve Heard Of?

Thursday, December 14th, 2006

I was just reading over at MSN about the new tendency for gyms to offer unusual exercise options to attract and retain customers. So I just have to ask: What’s the most unusual exercise you do or know about?
The article talked about “Pogo Bootcamp,” “Stiletto Strength” and other odd workouts you wouldn’t think of in [...]

Work Those Abs!

Sunday, December 10th, 2006

For many people the abs are one of those places that just don’t ever look good enough. The right exercises are a tremendous help. Set up a routine, do it regularly and you might see the progress you’re after.

Here are some exercises to try. Do the ones that you feel comfortable with.
Bicycle
The Bicycle works the [...]

Getting a Running Start

Wednesday, December 6th, 2006

Running is a very affordable form of exercise. You can do it just about anywhere and equipment doesn’t cost all that much.

That doesn’t mean it’s easy to get started as a runner. It takes time to build up endurance and to get into the habit. Even if you’re overall pretty fit it will take some [...]

How About Cruising on the Beach?

Friday, December 1st, 2006

I have to admit, I never knew what these bikes were called, even though my older sister had one something like it when we were growing up. Now I know. It must have been a beach cruiser. Hers looked about like the XYZ Woman Blue Classic Beach Cruiser, except it was all dark blue.
These look [...]