1. Sports. Most of us live within walking distance of a park or community center. At the very least, these parks should have a tennis or basketball court which are perfect for cardiovascular exercise. The great part about using sports for cardio is that you don't have to pay very...
1. Proper Attire. Proper attire is needed not only to keep you comfortable but also to keep the upholstery on the machines in good condition and keep you safe. Some fabrics, especially those in jeans, are abrasive and can cause the material on benches to rip. One of the most...
Note: You can't technically turn muscle into fat becuase there is no pathway that the body can us to make muscle tissue out of fat tissue. The phrase 'turning muscle into fat' actually describes two different steps: losing weight/burning fat AND building muscle. 1. Calorie Deficit. To burn fat you need...
1. Dress Properly. The first thing to remember when exercising in the winter is to dress properly, especially if you'll be doing activity outdoors. Your extremities (hands, feet, nose, ears) can get cold quickly and in extreme cases even cause frostbite. Make sure to wear a hat (ski mask for...
1. Drink Water. When you replace high calorie drinks such as coke, fruit juice (with added sugar), sweet tea and coffee with water, you'll drastically cut down your calorie intake. These drinks are filled with empty calories that are digested quickly leaving you hungry a short while after. Foods...
1. Flexibility. The most overlooked aspect of exercise is flexibility. You should be engaging in a flexibility routine almost every day of the week. A good routine will include at least one stretch per muscle group. Apart from decreasing muscle soreness, stretching can also lower the risk of injury and...
1. Take it Easy. The reason why a lot of people quit exercising is because they try for too much too soon. You know your body the best, don't push it too hard in the first few weeks. If you exercise too hard and don't give your body the proper...
1. High Body Fat Percentage. Having a nice set of abs is dependent on a low body fat percentage. If your body fat percentage is too high, you can do all the sit ups, crunches and leg lifts in the world, but you'll never get your abs to show. This...
1. Health Benefits. Exercising makes you healthier and stronger. It lowers blood pressure, resting heart rate and cholesterol. This gives you the ability to do daily chores such as mowing the lawn and taking out the garbage without getting tired and out of breath. 2. Makes You Happy. Research has shown...
1. Join a Clean Gym. The most important step you can take to ensure you stay clean and healthy at a gym is to join one that isn't dirty. When shopping around for gyms, make sure you take note of what the machines look like. Get a free trial pass...
