Ellipticals Run Ovals Around TreadmillsEllipticals are among the most widely used machines in health clubs, and the number of people using such machines increased from 2.4 million in 1997 to 6.2 million in 2000.
Elliptical exercisers...
Exercise and the ElderlyPhysicially Active Lifestyle Pays Off Later in Life, Study Finds. Being physically active in middle age helps people maintain higher physical function later in life, according to a newly published...
Exercise Can Increase Your HDLCertain obese men can increase their levels of "good" cholesterol through regular extended endurance exercise, a new study has found.
The study results are encouraging because men of...
Exercise Good for DepressionExercise can indeed boost people's moods, but they may have to start off down in the dumps to feel the effects.
Researchers found that an hour of aerobics reduced tension, anger and fatigue among...
Ten quick fixes to save your knees and jointsBecause of the compressive forces and types of muscle contractions involved, running can be very hard on your body. If you are a large or heavy set person; harder still. If you plan on running long...
Starting an Exercise Program1. Have a complete physical. It is important that your doctor check you out thoroughly before you start an exercise program to ensure you don’t have any bones, ligaments, tendons, or other areas of...
Healthy Heart ExerciseThe hardest part of an exercise routine is getting started. Once you've established a regular pattern of exercise, you'll find yourself following it. So, how do you get started? Well, first of all,...
Exercise Improves Brain PowerExercise Improves Brain Power
A preliminary study has found that exercise may rev up a person's brain power.
In the study, the researchers measured the thinking ability of 20 men and women...
Preventing Alzheimer's DiseasePreventing Alzheimer's Disease
A new workshop put together by the Alzheimer's Association says mental, physical and social workouts are the best ways to lower the risk of Alzheimer's...
Finding Time to ExerciseIf I had to make my list of the top 10 problems people have with starting a program, finding time for exercise would definitely be at the top of it. But here’s the thing: if you’re looking to find...
Calculate your body mass index (bmi)An easily explained way to caculate your body mass index(bmi).
What is body mass index? Simply put, it is the ratio of fat in your body to the rest of your body's weight. Calculating body mass...
The benefits of runningThe mental and health benefits and considerations to observe when starting out on that daily run.
Ah yes,the joys of running.Many people think of running(or jogging) and the last thing they would...
Marathon preparationTen marathon preparation tips to help get you set your goal and keep you pressing forward to the finish line of a marathon, even when the going gets tough!
Got 19 weeks and a desire to be one of...
How often should you exercise?Exercise is an important part of our lives, and this article will give you a good overview about how often you should exercise, and signs of exercising too much.
Exercise is important for...
How To Increase Your Cardio EnduranceIncreasing your cardiovascular endurance should be one of your key goals for your exercise sessions. When your cardiovascular system is performing well, your everyday tasks become even easier. The...