Written by NFPT Staff Writer Sunday, 17 April 2011 00:00
There are there two main categories under which resistance exercise routines can be classified: circuit or a split. This article will focus on client performance of circuit routines.
Fixing Bad Posture at the Office
Keeping a balanced posture is a goal for all activities, from playing sports to sitting at the computer. Yet many of today's workstation-based work environments can make it difficult to keep an awareness of one's posture while sitting and focusing on mental tasks.
New Apps Incentivize Going to the Gym
Having difficulty keeping clients inspired and motivated to come to the gym for a workout? For those into social networking and smartphones, a new generation of gaming apps aims to make going to the gym extra rewarding.
Your Summer Body
Winter is such a time for 'hibernating' that it almost feels acceptable to 'bulk up' over winter. But with summer creeping around, it only becomes harder to hide the truth away.
Getting a Grip: Using Wrist Straps, Pt. 1
While some controversy surrounds the use of wrist straps in weight lifting, as with many pieces of equipment in and around the gym, there is a time and a place for them.
Written by NFPT Staff Writer Saturday, 23 April 2011 00:00
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) recently announced a new strategic plan aimed at guding diabetes-related research during the coming decade. According to statistics, there is more than enough demonstrated need.
Read more: NIH Announces Strategic Plan for Diabetes Research
Written by NFPT Staff Writer Thursday, 14 April 2011 00:00
One of the best defenses against injury is a well supported frame that includes a strong back. However, many of the exercises used to strengthen the back muscles can be dangerous if not performed correctly.
Written by Sara Garrison Monday, 11 April 2011 00:00
In the South, food means "love" and it's a problem when families "love" each other right into the doctor's office. Staying healthy and strengthening your heart and body takes much more than just a "knock" on a wooded surface (or in my case, granite).
Written by Bob Bovee Friday, 08 April 2011 16:13
For several years now, researchers have studied the long-term effects of both aerobic and resistance training among women. Not surprisingly, there is a positive effect shown when comparing women who exercise on a regular basis with those who don't.
Written by NFPT Staff Writer Thursday, 07 April 2011 00:03
Leaving the gym in better -- not worse -- shape than when you came is the goal of any resistance training session. The following are some tips for avoiding accidents to get the most out of your workout time.
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