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By Kelle Walsh, May 2005
Bothered by muscle tightness, soreness and strain? Muscle Activation Technique soothes discomfort, improves alignment and helps ward off... READ ON ...
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By Karen Asp, May 2005
Zoning out on the treadmill? Fretting while you lift? That lack of focus could be undermining your workouts. Take some advice from the pros on... READ ON ...
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Spring Back Into Shape
By Fernando Pages Ruiz, CSCS, April 2005
Did winter lay waste to your exercise regimen? Take some tips for a safe, smart return to your fitness routine. PRINT EDITION ONLY
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Flex Time
By Fernando Pages Ruiz, CSCS, March 2005
Had it with your sedentary job? Don't just sit there! Reduce stress and keep your muscles on task with some simple workday... PRINT EDITION ONLY
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Sally Edwards and Bev Robinson, January-February 2005
Knowing your maximum heart rate is essential for effective aerobic
workouts. But if you're using "220 minus your age," you may be missing the... READ ON ...
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Becoming a Competitor
By Kara Douglass Thom, January-February 2005
Until now, you've been exercising with fitness as your goal. Maybe it's time to reach higher. Here's how you can prepare with confidence for a... PRINT EDITION ONLY
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By Fernando Pages Ruiz, CSCS, January-February 2005
Adopting a fitness routine suited to your athletic body type can make the difference in whether your workouts are frustrating or... READ ON ...
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By Fernando Pages Ruiz, CSCS, December 2004
Plyometrics are a demanding form of exercise, but they can add speed and
power to your athletic endeavors. READ ON ...
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By Sally Edwards and Bev Robinson, November 2004
What your heart monitor is trying to tell you. READ ON ...
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Steady On
By Fernando Pages Ruiz, CSCS, October 2004
Dynamic balance training can enhance your athletic skills and keep you from taking a spill. PRINT EDITION ONLY
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By Fernando Pages Ruiz, cscs, September 2004
Learn how working with a spotter can help you ratchet up the intensity of your free-weight routine. READ ON ...
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By Susan Weaver, June 2004
No traffic, no stop signs - just the view from your handlebars. Mountain biking sets you free from the confines of the road. READ ON ...
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Fernando Pages Ruiz, June 2004
When the best weather of the year arrives, you want to be out there
soaking it up. Here's what you need to know to make your outdoor workouts... READ ON ...
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By Kara Douglass Thom, May 2004
Every athlete can benefit from training with a partner or group. Here's how to be sure you're getting the most out of your time together. READ ON ...
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A Changed Man
By Jacquelyn B. Fletcher, May 2004
When Tim Windt decided to improve his body after a knee injuy, he lost fat, gained muscle - and discovered a more patient side of himself. PRINT EDITION ONLY
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By Alisa Bauman, May 2004
You're willing to push yourself, even when it hurts. You know how to
tough it out, even when you're tired. But do you know when to back off... READ ON ...
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By Dimity McDowell, April 2004
Weary of working toward weight loss – or worse, toward nothing in
particular? Choose one of our four real-life goals, employ the... READ ON ...
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By Gretchen Reynolds, April 2004
It took Sean Burch eight years to gear up for his ascent of one of the world's most intimidating mountains. Reaching the summit changed his... READ ON ...
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By Kara Douglass Thom, April 2004
What sets adventure races apart from other endurance events? A compass, a few teammates and somethings a cantankerous camel or two. READ ON ...
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By Fernando Pagés Ruiz, CSCS, March 2004
The gym is one place you can cheat and never get caught, but where cheating will cost you every time. Learn how to avoid these common exercise... READ ON ...