Strength Training Time Savers for Women
by Kimberly Hays November 26th, 2012| 15 Minutes or Less, Strength Training
Introduction to Kettlebells
by Angela Yorke May 17th, 2012| Strength Training
Much like how the Hunger Games and Avengers movies have contributed to the current popularity of archery, interest in kettlebells grew when the movie 300 was released in 2006; interest has been renewed as people search out strength training methods that differ from the norm. A simple search
Absence of Exercise Makes the Heart Grow Weaker
by Joan Jacobsen February 22nd, 2012| Fitness Expert Myths on Strength Training
by Angela Yorke December 29th, 2011| Strength Training
Misconceptions about strength training abound even in this age of freely available information. I find it incredible that the following myths are still floating around.
The very young and the very old should stay away from strength training. Strength training is believed to be detrimental to children’s growth, while it
The very young and the very old should stay away from strength training. Strength training is believed to be detrimental to children’s growth, while it
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
Lunge Variants
by Louise August 16th, 2011| Strength Training
Lunges are one of my favorite strength training exercises. They are great because they can be performed anywhere, they require no additional equipment, and they give you a fantastic workout that you can truly feel. They work a great portion of your lower body including your quads, glutes,
Exercising After Angioplasty: Why It Matters
by Angela Yorke July 19th, 2011| Cardio
The funny thing about aging is that exercise becomes more important than ever, but you also have more body parts telling you to stop the madness right this instant. Unfortunately, it’s entirely possible that you might actually exacerbate the risk of developing serious illness by giving up cardio exercise