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Targeting Problem Areas

Most of us have at least one spot on our bodies that we would like to change. Commonly referred to as “problem areas,” if you are serious about making a change, you’ve got to find a way to target that area. While full body exercise is vital, there are many benefits to spending a few [...]

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Strength Training for Your Legs

It is actually quite common for those that are beginning to strength training to focus mainly on their upper body and completely ignore their legs. Not only does this have a tendency to leave you a bit unbalanced, but you may not be able to benefit from all that strength training can do for your [...]

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Free Weights Vs. Machines

Whether you are brand-new to strength training or you are trying to find a better solution, one of the most common questions is whether or not free weights are better than machines. While this can largely depend on your own personal preference as well as the results do you wish to achieve, there are many [...]

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The Proper Way to Do Squats

Squats are perhaps one of the most misunderstood strength training exercises. They can be very beneficial if done properly, but there are a lot of misconceptions out there. If you’re not doings squats the right way, you can risk painful injury and you won’t be getting the full benefit of the exercise. Here are some [...]

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Five Common Myths About Strength Training for Women

Women should embrace strength training
When it comes to strength training, many women are under the impression that the term refers to bodybuilding. The mental image is that you will be bulking up instead of getting fit. There are many different myths about strength training for women that are very prevalent. In an effort to help [...]

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5 Reasons to do Early Bird Exercising

If you can barely pull yourself out of bed in the morning, let alone exercise, it can be difficult to put together a workout plan. There are many benefits to getting in your day’s exercise in the wee hours, even if it is a little difficult at first. Let’s look at just a few reasons [...]

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How to Pick the Right Gym

Selecting a gym can be confusing. These tips for choosing a gym will help you.
If you’re ready to get in shape, one of the easiest ways is to go down to the local gym and sign up for some classes. If you live in a bigger city where there a lot of different gyms, [...]

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Beginners Guide to Circuit Training

Circuit training is a great exercise that combines the benefits of lifting with cardio. If you are completely unfamiliar with how circuit training works, here is a brief guide to get you started. I’ll cover most the basics and provide some exercises and tips you can use at home. If you want to really get [...]

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Understanding Functional Training

One of the latest crazes in the exercise world is functional training. If you’re not familiar with this, it targets what you do, and helps you do exercises that will make you better at it. This is a great way to lose weight, since you’ll be able to incorporate these exercises into your every [...]

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