Tag: Fitness

Build muscle and core strength. No barbell required.

We've got nothing against barbells, but dumbbells offer a lot more versatility. You don't need much space, and you can find them anywherefrom the dinkiest hotel fitness center to your uncle's garage. We've put together the ultimate dumbbell-only routineone you can do with just a few pairs of weights.

Why It Works
Using dumbbells allows you to train one side of your body at a time, which is great for curing any strength imbalances you've developed. And because each limb moves independently, your core has to brace harder to prevent you from tipping to one side. Hello, six-pack!

NEW YORK (Reuters Life!) - Daring young men and women, not always with the greatest of ease, are taking flying trapeze classes to give their fitness workouts a jolt.

Enthusiasts, who swing, jump, flip and fly through the air, say "flying" builds muscle strength, stamina, balance and coordination. Then there's the mind thing.

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Working out with a professional fitness trainer not only motivates you to show up, but also keeps your exercise program exciting, says Helen Kim, fitness manager at The Sports Club/LA in Miami. "A trainer can also show you the exercises that are best for your body and help you achieve the greatest results in the least amount of time," she adds.

Fitness isn't just a plan you embark on, along with a diet, to lose weight. It's a lifelong love of movement that will help you maintain good health and the physique you want. Weve compiled some workout routines and ideas to help you along your way.

These recommendations will help you evolve your workout routine and activity plan. The theme is picking something you love doing, and nurturing your feelings every step of the way.

After you read through these workout options, consider journaling to explore your fitness habits, desires, and goals.