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Cardio before or after Strength?

Posted: 08/01/2011

There's an ongoing debate about when to do your cardio--either before or after your workouts--which one will allow you to burn more fat, that is.  A lot of research has gone into this topic lately and as it turns out the best option is neither!  New science is telling us that the best way to exercise to burn fat is to incorporate cardio training within your strength...

Lift Some Weight!

Posted: 12/01/2010

Studies show there are so many benefits to incorporating strength training into your daily exercise routine--even if you're an avid cardio-exerciser.  Building lean muscle tissue is the key to increased metabolic function, injury prevention, balance and core stability, improved strength and endurance, as well as overall health.  The question is, "How much weight do...

How many sit ups until size 6 jeans?

Posted: 11/15/2010

Ever heard of the term "spot reduction?"  How about the idea that doing 1000 sit ups a day will trim your waist, guaranteed?  I'm sure you've seen the many late-night infomercials touting the hundreds of ab products du jour that will whittle your waist in only 2 minutes a day.  I hate to be the one to break it to ya, BUT (and that's a big one!) you're wasting...