Monthly Archives: August 2013

How To Get A New Exercise Routine Every Month

Monthly or fortnightly appointments are a very cost-effective way of using a personal trainer. It keeps your motivation high and gives you support towards your goal. Occasional Appointments Are Better Than None At All One or two hours a month … Continue reading

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Defying Gravity: The Gym Equipment That Tones Every Muscle in The Body

The Gravity Training System (GTS) “Total Gym” works every muscle in the body in order to tone, strengthen and improve flexibility. I’ve had the pleasure of owning one since 2006. It features a moving glide board and a changeable incline … Continue reading

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Ever Get Back Pain While You Do Sit-Ups?

Sit-ups put a significant amount of force on your lower back. Even more, it reinforces the hunched over posture we spend too much time in throughout the day, which can have negative effects on our posture, breathing and core strength. … Continue reading

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Free Weights Are Safer Than Machines – They Give You More Variety in Exercise Choices & Better Abs!

The most common argument for the use of machines is that they’re safer. There is nothing safe about a fixed range of motion. Most machines jam people’s joints into awkward positions, making them less safe than with free weights. Because … Continue reading

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Improve Your Posture & Prevent Pain With Stretches

Most of us spend way too much time sitting throughout the day. This leads to specific structural changes throughout the body, such as tight hip flexors, tight pecs and tight cervical extensors (the muscles in the back of your neck). … Continue reading

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