http://www.brighthub.com/health/fitness.aspxenhttp://www.brighthub.com/health/fitness/articles/65574.aspxMon, 01 Mar 2010 21:28:58 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:65574danmcgoldrickNaked Pilates is increasing in popularity because it does offer a great deal of attention to detail which Pilates exercises are designed to create on the surface of the human body. This article discusses some of the basics of this fitness discipline along with the theory behind it. Naked Pilates? We’re definitely talking about fitness on the fr...http://www.brighthub.com/health/fitness/articles/65536.aspxMon, 01 Mar 2010 04:20:56 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:65536DClarkeEver hear the advice to "Use the stairs - not the elevator? " Think it's silly? Think again. 

Using the stairs is a great way to get into shape. You'd be amazed at how beneficial this simple change of routine can be and how easy it is to get fit with all those calories burned climbing stairs. It's Just A Flight ...http://www.brighthub.com/health/fitness/articles/65532.aspxMon, 01 Mar 2010 03:50:31 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:65532DClarkeIt's hard to think about fitness when you're inside watching snow.
Stationary bikes offer a great alternative when inclement weather keeps you inside. The calories burned biking with a stationary bike can provide the perfect option to those who enjoy biking as their fitness choice. Why Bike? Exercise. Lets face it. For many of ...http://www.brighthub.com/health/fitness/articles/65520.aspxMon, 01 Mar 2010 03:15:20 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:65520MsMabryThis article will teach you how to do crunches correctly. Learn what muscles crunches work and the proper crunches technique. The basic foundation for any abdominal routine involves crunches. Crunches focus on the upper portion of your abdominals and incorporate your obliques as well. This is the area that people tend to want to want to work on whe...http://www.brighthub.com/health/fitness/articles/65519.aspxMon, 01 Mar 2010 03:14:58 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:65519MsMabryWhat muscles do push ups work? Pushs work the muscles of the upper body. Learn the types of push ups you can do and how they can benefit your work out routine. Push ups have been considered one of the best exercises you can do to build your upper body. Push ups target major muscles groups of the upper body. Doing a set or two of push ups on a d...http://www.brighthub.com/health/fitness/articles/65518.aspxMon, 01 Mar 2010 03:12:43 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:65518MsMabryThe perfect pull up will increase your upper body strength and sculpt muscle. Learn how to do a perfect pull up and find out what you can do if you can't do a pull up. The perfect pull up exercise can help strengthen and build muscle definition in your upper body. The pull up can sculpt and shape the upper body muscles with a simple motion. If ...http://www.brighthub.com/health/fitness/articles/65517.aspxMon, 01 Mar 2010 03:11:56 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:65517MsMabryIs it true that saunas burn calories? Learn if saunas actually burn calories and other health benefits they can provide. Sauna companies state that you can burn calories just by sitting inside on for a period of time. So the question is, Is it true that saunas burn calories? The answer is yes. You can burn calories in a sauna, but the weight lo...http://www.brighthub.com/health/fitness/articles/65515.aspxMon, 01 Mar 2010 03:06:31 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:65515MsMabryIncrease leg strength and flexibility by learning how to do squats correctly. Learn the benefits of squats and how they can improve your body. Squats do amazing things for your glutes, quads, hamstrings, and calves all at once. They are an easy exercise that you can do anywhere. You can do them while watching your favorite television program, while...http://www.brighthub.com/health/fitness/articles/65511.aspxMon, 01 Mar 2010 03:02:18 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:65511MsMabryThe amount of calories burned rollerblading depends on how long you rollerblade. Learn the simple equation that can help you determine how many calories you burned while rollerblading. Rollerblading is a great way to exercise and have fun at the same time. While rollerblading you can sight see, enjoy a park, or even socialize with friends. Rollerbl...http://www.brighthub.com/health/fitness/articles/65505.aspxMon, 01 Mar 2010 02:54:05 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:65505MsMabryThe calories burned when riding a stationary bike depends on how fast you are going and how long you ride. Learn how to calculate the amount of calories burned when riding a stationary bike for maximum exercise results. The stationary bike is a easy way to exercise that is convenient and comfortable. You can use a stationary bike in your home witho...http://www.brighthub.com/health/fitness/articles/65497.aspxMon, 01 Mar 2010 02:35:29 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:65497rosekitchen216Can you perform the perfect pull ups exercise? If not, read on to learn how to perform the perfect pull ups. Pull ups exercise and chin ups are strength training exercises that lead to increased strength through lifting your own body weight. Pull ups are performed to increase upper body muscle mass and upper body strength. Those who have never ...http://www.brighthub.com/health/fitness/articles/65494.aspxMon, 01 Mar 2010 02:30:25 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:65494MsMabryUse this list of calisthenics exercises to increase strength and flexibility. Learn how to do these calisthenics exercises without stepping foot in a gym. Calisthenics exercise is a type of workout where you do not use weights or equipment. The weight of your own body is used as resistance to build body strength and suppleness. Gymnasts use calisth...http://www.brighthub.com/health/fitness/articles/65490.aspxMon, 01 Mar 2010 02:23:31 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:65490MsMabryNo sit up stomach exercises can be used to strenthen the core and build the abdominal muscles. Learn the exercises that you can do without a single sit up. You can achieve a toned set of abdominal muscles by doing no sit up stomach exercises. Doing the traditional crunches and abdominal exercises can become boring and not everyone likes to lie down...http://www.brighthub.com/health/fitness/articles/65487.aspxMon, 01 Mar 2010 02:18:53 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:65487rosekitchen216Do you want to learn how to do a Marine pull up? If so, read on to learn how to perform this type of exercise. The United States Marines pride themselves on their strict physical fitness requirements. The men and women in the Marines exercise daily and maintain impeccable physical fitness. Marine pull ups are not only physically demanding, but ...http://www.brighthub.com/health/fitness/articles/65480.aspxMon, 01 Mar 2010 01:49:47 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:65480MsMabryCan I do crunches while I am pregnant? Yes, crunches can be done safely during pregnancy. Learn the safe crunches that can be performed during your three trimesters of pregnancy. A doctor hears this question a lot, “Can I do crunches while I am pregnant?” The answer is yes. But there are rules for doing exercise and crunches during pregnancy. S...http://www.brighthub.com/health/fitness/articles/65479.aspxMon, 01 Mar 2010 01:49:42 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:65479FitnessmomIf you are one of the many who have a hard time getting more reps in when doing pull ups, or would like to be able to do even one pull up, then look no further. Here is your comprehensive guide on how to do more pull ups. The Star of Workouts The pull up is rated as being one of the best upper body exercises for building strength, size, and overall...http://www.brighthub.com/health/fitness/articles/65261.aspxSat, 27 Feb 2010 23:24:16 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:65261valek7Part II of Training The Energy Systems. This part of the series details the application of the ideas presented in part I. Shows examples to effectively target and train the anaerobic energy system, as well as the aerobic system. The Energy Systems and You Okay, so we have a basic understanding of the body's energy systems from the previous article ...http://www.brighthub.com/health/fitness/articles/65251.aspxSat, 27 Feb 2010 22:40:25 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:65251rosekitchen216Have you been wanting to add a sit up roll exercise into your workout plan? If so, read on to learn how to do one. The sit up roll exercise is a classic Pilates mat exercise. It is known as a Pilates flat abs exercise because it challenges the abdominal muscles. This type of sit up is said to be far more effective in creating a flat stomach tha...http://www.brighthub.com/health/fitness/articles/65247.aspxSat, 27 Feb 2010 22:21:55 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:65247rosekitchen216Is hyperextension of the knee a problem that you are experiencing. If so, or if you are not sure, read on to learn about how to recognize, correct, and prevent this problem. Knee joints can become too flexible and they are particularly vulnerable to being too flexible, too lax and hypermobile. Hyperextension of the knee can lead to this problem, wh...http://www.brighthub.com/health/fitness/articles/65230.aspxSat, 27 Feb 2010 21:00:18 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:65230MsMabryKnee strengthening exercises are great for treatment and preventing injury. Exercises that use balance and stretching create beneficial strength building. The knee is an important part of the leg. Imagine life without your knees. They give you the ability to bend and squat, run and jog, dance, and play sports. The list goes on. Taking care of your ...