How We Build Muscle: Physiology 101
Most men, especially young men, are at the gym primarily to build muscle or at least maintain it. Some women too are out to add mass. Ignoring those who may be going a little too far, the fact remains that…
The Best Time of Day to Work Out
I get asked a lot of questions about training, diet and getting in shape, but one question no one ever seems to ask is “What time of day should I work out?”. You’re probably thinking “Why does it matter?”, “I’d…
The Lighter Side of Exercise Motivation
I was reading an article recently by a woman who is a self-proclaimed exercise nut. Since I often describe myself this way I was drawn to her post like an aging baby boomer to a Starbucks Caramel Macchiato. She was…
Motivation to Exercise: Stay Motivated to Exercise – Dollars and Sense!
So you started working out a while back, but lately the exercise motivation is flagging. You know you need to work out using gym equiment, but somehow when it comes time you often make an excuse. “I’ve got more important…
The Ultimate Exercise Bike Buying Guide: Part 1 – Bike Types and Options
While it might be nice to think we could always get outdoors to get our exercise, the reality is that weather and constraints on our time mean that we often need to train indoors. An exercise bike can be a…
Where Did My Mojo Go?
We’ve all experienced that rush we get when we feel truly motivated. “Tomorrow I’m going to start my new workout routine! It’s gonna be awesome!” But then tomorrow comes, the alarm goes off at 6 a.m. and the exercise motivation…
Is Exercise Really Better for Your Health than Not Smoking?
It’s been all over social media in the past couple weeks. The results of a study on the relationship between exercise, health, and longevity which tracked over 122,000 participants since 1991 have been released, and many people are shocked by…
Developing a Consistent Exercise Habit: How Long Does It Take?
Over the course of my life, I’ve heard a wide range of opinions on how long it takes to develop an exercise habit. Anywhere from 3 weeks to 3 months. But what’s the truth? How many days or weeks in…
How to Find the Perfect Treadmill for Your Fitness Goals
Captivating your attention, isn't it? The thought of being able to run or walk at your pace, on your schedule, without leaving the comfort of your home. Our ultimate guide to buying your perfect treadmill will help you decide the…
Diet, Exercise and Sleep: Achieving Peak Performance, Part 2 of 2
Along with exercise and a healthy diet, our body needs proper rest to achieve peak performance. Last week we explored the importance of diet and its impact on exercise results in Part 1 of this series. Today we'll look at…