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Snowshoeing vs Walking

by Bea March 25th, 2013| Cardio, Walking
Will the snow ever stop? Maybe not. Well, if it does not, you could switch over your walking workout to a snowshoe powerwalk. Snowshoeing can have major benefits when it comes to going for a walk outside.

A study done by the University of Vermont actually showed that showshoeing about
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Cardio Walk on a Treadmill

by Bea February 25th, 2013| Cardio
Talking effective cardio walks in the winter can be a difficult activity to manage. When there is snow and ice on the ground, and it is cold, it is hard to motivate yourself to go outside and get your workout in; however, if you can go to a gym,
running

Breaking Monotony: Intervals for Runners

by Louise January 23rd, 2013| Fitness Expert
Imagine the following scenario. You've been tallying up the miles on a weekly basis. You enjoy your runs, but the pace is starting to bore you. You want to pick up the pace, but think it would compromise the length of the run. Your race times have

Can Walking be Considered Cardio?

by Bea September 11th, 2012| Cardio, Walking
When one thinks of a cardio workout, exercises such as running or biking typically come to mind. These are exercises that give your heart, blood vessels, and lungs a workout, and you will most likely put a lot of hard work into your workout.

When it comes to walking, there

Strength Training Considerations

by Angela Yorke June 11th, 2012| Strength Training
In the interest of pursuing a budget-friendly fitness routine, a person might opt to start training for strength independently of a gym or trainer. In these circumstances, it is important to be aware of the aspects of strength training that can ensure a routine’s longevity.

Unless you are doing a

Mixing it up at the Gym

by Jessica B. February 14th, 2012| Cardio
One of the biggest challenges I have in the winter, when I bring my cardio workout indoors, is keeping things interesting. All too often I end up staring at the TV, watching some bad talk show, tired and unmotivated. My runs don’t improve much time wise and even worse,

Mistakes in Strength Training

by Angela Yorke October 6th, 2011| Strength Training
Strength training is a component you cannot neglect if you aim to build overall fitness. For most people, strength training involves a few hours in the weight room weekly, while others prefer isometrics. Whatever your choice of strength building routine, it’s important to avoid making mistakes that could hamper

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