fitness tips

Face it: if you want to lose weight, you need to exercise regularly. As in, several times a week. Not overeating, and eating the correct kinds of foods is a start, but it is only half the plan for any effective weight loss program. The other half is getting your body in motion. If you [...]

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Does Exercise Contribute To Weight Gain?

by emily on October 8, 2009

Normally, when one thinks about healthy living one automatically assumes that regular exercise is a part  of that. But according to a recent Times article, the supposed health benefits of exercise have been blown out of proportion. The best way to lose weight is to sit around and pick your nose, as nose-picking will burn [...]

Staying Fit When The Cold Weather Hits, Part Two

by emily on September 17, 2009

Last Thursday, I began a two-part series on how to stay fit when the autumn winds begin to blow and you decide to put your outdoor fitness routine on the shelf for a few months. However, your body needs exercise, no matter what season it is. In part one, I mentioned three of the more [...]

Staying Fit When The Cold Weather Hits, Part One

Autumn leaves

by emily on September 10, 2009

Autumn will soon be upon us, and staying fit when the pre-winter chill descends will become a challenge for many people, for several reasons. The days are shorter, making outdoor workouts tricky for people who have day jobs. Many people dread walking or running in colder temperatures–and exercising in extreme cold can actually be dangerous [...]