Written by NFPT Staff Writer Tuesday, 21 February 2012 00:00
Variations in strength training exercises can be achieved in many ways and they need not always mean drastic departures. Even subtle changes can make noticeable differences.
Countering Stress & Strain in Life to Reach Goals
Accomplishing goals in life is probably one of the single most satisfying aspects of being human. To set a goal and then achieve it is by definition a "success" -- no matter how big or small it might be.
Foundations of Adult Fitness Balance & How to Engage Our Children
What is fitness? Is it functionality or aesthetics? Is it strength or speed? Is it low cholesterol or low resting heart rate? Well, it is obviously all of those and much more.
More Rest, Fewer Lost Reps
Sometimes taking a break isn't just a good idea, it's a good practice. Take, for instance, extending between-set recovery periods to minimize the number of "lost" reps in subsequent sets.
Understanding Hypertension
Nearly 68 million people in the Unites States have hypertension, more commonly known as high blood pressure. While there are a number of potential causes, medical experts recommend preventing or treating most cases of hypertension with simple changes in diet and exercise.
Written by NFPT Staff Writer Friday, 24 February 2012 00:00
If your present training routine is, well, too routine, it might be time to snap out of it. Periodized training might be the ticket to make things interesting again.
Written by NFPT Staff Writer Saturday, 18 February 2012 00:00
To get the most from any weightlifting program, it's important to remain focused on the fundamentals: safety and proper technique.
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