http://factoidz.com/experts-in/fitness/ fitness articles on Factoidz en-us http://factoidz.com/9-ways-to-stay-fit-in-your-home-on-rainy-days/ http://factoidz.com/9-ways-to-stay-fit-in-your-home-on-rainy-days/ There are lots of ways to stay fit, or to get your 20 minutes of exercise in at home on rainy days. On days that it is raining and I can’t go to the track or walk in the neighborhood I find things to do in the house that take energy and cause me to move my body. Many of us... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/measure-yourself-be-realistic-and-reward-yourself-my-keys-to-a-successful-diet.jpg http://factoidz.com/greens-enhance-energy-and-provide-nutrition/ http://factoidz.com/greens-enhance-energy-and-provide-nutrition/ Doctors and nutritionists alike unanimously proclaim the importance of large ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/antioxidants-dont-judge-a-food-by-its-color.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-kegel-exercises-can-improve-your-sex-life/ http://factoidz.com/how-kegel-exercises-can-improve-your-sex-life/ One day while standing in the checkout line at the grocery store a lady was reading through a magazine and I heard her say,” What’s so big about Kegel exercises”? I wanted to tell her all about the Kegel exercises but I c... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/images/post/how-to-have-great-sex-a-perspective-from-a-woman.jpg http://factoidz.com/beer-the-fat-and-skinny-side-of-what-you-drink/ http://factoidz.com/beer-the-fat-and-skinny-side-of-what-you-drink/ Beer is a top pick on the alcoholic beverage list for a lot of people. It's delicious, filling and is also a good source of vitamins and minerals. It can aid against coronary heart disease, increase your good cholesterol and can even reduce the development of kidney stones. The thing about beer t... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/images/post/beer-the-fat-and-skinny-side-of-what-you-drink.jpg http://factoidz.com/top-3-exercises-for-men-to-reduce-excess-chest-fat/ http://factoidz.com/top-3-exercises-for-men-to-reduce-excess-chest-fat/ Did you know that there are simple exercises to get rid of man boobs and lose chest fat? If you are tired of the embarrassment and frustration that this problem has brought on, then these simple exercise tips could be just what you need. Exercises to lose man breasts 1. Push Ups This exercise ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/quick-workouts-that-burn-calories.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-live-healthy-while-working-at-home/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-live-healthy-while-working-at-home/ Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/images/p/health-3.jpg http://factoidz.com/bicycle-riding-is-a-great-way-to-stay-fit-enjoy-bike-paths-in-america/ http://factoidz.com/bicycle-riding-is-a-great-way-to-stay-fit-enjoy-bike-paths-in-america/ Got a little pudge around the middle that you just can’t seem to get rid of no matter how much you diet? Or, maybe you just want to stay fit so you’re around to see your children and hold their children in your arms. Whatever your reason to get into... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/bicycle-riding-is-a-great-way-to-stay-fit-enjoy-bike-paths-in-america.jpg http://factoidz.com/the-eat-less-and-get-off-your-butt-diet/ http://factoidz.com/the-eat-less-and-get-off-your-butt-diet/ Every now and again a fad diet comes along. Something that tells you to eat only certain foods, like grapefruit, or to avoid certain types of food, like the Atkins diet. According to Subway, you can lose weight simply by eating their sandwiches. ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/the-eat-less-and-get-off-your-butt-diet.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-37-better-golf-fitness-exercises/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-37-better-golf-fitness-exercises/ These exercises are most dynamic and taxing; for those who truly desire to improve in golf. The only pre-requisite is successful establishment of correct breathing ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-37-better-golf-fitness-exercises.jpg http://factoidz.com/hiring-a-great-professional-fitness-trainer-what-qualities-to-look-for/ http://factoidz.com/hiring-a-great-professional-fitness-trainer-what-qualities-to-look-for/ The question of how to find a good personal trainer is as old as the industry itself. In fact, it usually gets transformed into an even bigger question - should you even HIRE a personal trainer? Conveniently enough, the answer to one of those questions will dictate the answer to the other one - ever... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/hiring-a-great-professional-fitness-trainer-what-qualities-to-look-for.jpg http://factoidz.com/buying-a-new-exercise-bicycle-stationeries-vs-recumbents-what-to-look-for/ http://factoidz.com/buying-a-new-exercise-bicycle-stationeries-vs-recumbents-what-to-look-for/ Exercise bikes are a wonderful way to get a low-impact exercise workout. Of course today's bikes like those from Sportsart, Tunturi, Nordictrack, Schwinn, and Pro Form are a far cry from the bikes offered many years ago. You know the ones - the lightweight plastic flywheel, the tiny seat, and no ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/buying-a-new-exercise-bicycle-stationeries-vs-recumbents-what-to-look-for.jpg http://factoidz.com/5-simple-ways-to-change-unhealthy-eating-habits-and-lose-weight/ http://factoidz.com/5-simple-ways-to-change-unhealthy-eating-habits-and-lose-weight/ When I hear the word diet it sends the following thoughts go through my mind, what I can not eat, discipline and will po... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/5-simple-ways-to-change-unhealthy-eating-habits-and-lose-weight.jpg http://factoidz.com/women-fashion-fit-issues-what-not-to-wear/ http://factoidz.com/women-fashion-fit-issues-what-not-to-wear/ Have you ever noticed when you go into a department store or a specialty store that all the mannequins look awesome in the latest and greatest fashions?  No matter what the top is or what the pant is, those ladies always look like divas.  I am going to let you in on a retail shop secret...they do ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/women-fashion-fit-issues-what-not-to-wear.jpg http://factoidz.com/essential-workout-tips/ http://factoidz.com/essential-workout-tips/ Lifting weights and working out general is something a lot of people do.  Unfortunately, most of them are doing it wrong, and there is a 50/50 chance in my estimation that you are one of these people.  I have been working out all my life, in an amalgam of exercises, varying from martial arts to bo... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/essential-workout-tips.jpg http://factoidz.com/change-your-attitude-change-your-body/ http://factoidz.com/change-your-attitude-change-your-body/ "Diets", as we know them, don't work.  I think it's safe to say that we all know this yet day after day we still go online and look in the latest fashion magazine for the easiest and most tempting way for us to have our cake and eat it too...literally.  Face it, we're fat because we eat fat.  If ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/change-your-attitude-change-your-body.jpg http://factoidz.com/does-my-bra-fit-correctly-how-to-fit-your-bra-and-look-great/ http://factoidz.com/does-my-bra-fit-correctly-how-to-fit-your-bra-and-look-great/ Ladies, do you walk around all day avoiding mirrors because your midsection looks like one big round balloon?  Have you lost the shapeliness and coke bottle curves you once had?  You can have those curves back and I'm not talking about doing a thousand situps or starving yourself on the latest lo ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/does-my-bra-fit-correctly-how-to-fit-your-bra-and-look-great.jpg http://factoidz.com/quick-workouts-that-burn-calories/ http://factoidz.com/quick-workouts-that-burn-calories/ There are many workouts you can do in your own house. Some of these workouts can be very safe and some o... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/quick-workouts-that-burn-calories.jpg http://factoidz.com/proper-execution-of-a-roundhouse-kick/ http://factoidz.com/proper-execution-of-a-roundhouse-kick/ Everyone by now has read at least a few of the "Chuck Norris Facts" involving his God like martial arts abilities; quite a few of these yarns include the roundhouse kick, a favorite move Mr. Norris made famous winning karate tournaments with and in Walker Texas Ranger.  With practice and diligent f... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/proper-execution-of-a-roundhouse-kick.jpg http://factoidz.com/getting-the-healthy-body-you-deserve-it-starts-with-deciding-you-want-it/ http://factoidz.com/getting-the-healthy-body-you-deserve-it-starts-with-deciding-you-want-it/ Imagine for a moment how a person who was blind since birth might feel, if suddenly they could see. That's how I fee... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/getting-the-healthy-body-you-deserve-it-starts-with-deciding-you-want-it.jpg http://factoidz.com/measure-yourself-be-realistic-and-reward-yourself-my-keys-to-a-successful-diet/ http://factoidz.com/measure-yourself-be-realistic-and-reward-yourself-my-keys-to-a-successful-diet/ Diet motivation, well, it seems that you always find it hard to stick to your diet plan and fall off the wagon mighty fast and easy. If you have been been on a diet, you always have this initial powerful motivation and determination you exude when starting out. You set clear-cut weight loss goal. Yo... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/measure-yourself-be-realistic-and-reward-yourself-my-keys-to-a-successful-diet.jpg http://factoidz.com/guidelines-to-choosing-a-martial-art/ http://factoidz.com/guidelines-to-choosing-a-martial-art/ If you're thinking of getting into martial arts, you should spend some time thinking about what martial art you want to learn. There are nearly endless choices and variations to pick from. Here are some easy guidelines: 1. Why do you want to learn a martial art? This is the most basic question... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/guidelines-to-choosing-a-martial-art.jpg http://factoidz.com/body-building-tips/ http://factoidz.com/body-building-tips/ Body building tips are so plentiful that you could fill a number of thick manuals discussing all of them. However, the body building tips we are providing you on this page are some of the more basic, but important tips that seem to get left out of most body building magazines - both in print and ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/images/p/default-13.jpg http://factoidz.com/whats-the-best-thing-to-ingest-after-working-out/ http://factoidz.com/whats-the-best-thing-to-ingest-after-working-out/ Water Is #1 The quick answer to this question should be obvious. Both during and after a workout, the most important thing to ingest is of course, water. It facilitates digestion, aids in the transportation of nutrients and the elimination of waste products. Water also lubricates... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/whats-the-best-thing-to-ingest-after-working-out.jpg http://factoidz.com/the-health-benefits-of-tai-chi/ http://factoidz.com/the-health-benefits-of-tai-chi/ Tai Chi Chuan or more commonly just Tai Chi (pronounced tie chee) has been in existence for at least 1,000 years. Originally it was a form of self-defense. Today it is graceful movements that have been described as meditation i... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/the-health-benefits-of-tai-chi.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-work-out-at-home/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-work-out-at-home/ Not everyone has the time or money, especially these days, to go to the gym and workout. However, many people still want to stay fit and in order to stay in shape you must eat right and exercise. Believe it or not you can get a full body workout at home with little to no equipment. It's called the o... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-work-out-at-home.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-prepare-yourself-to-look-great-in-a-bikini-start-now/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-prepare-yourself-to-look-great-in-a-bikini-start-now/ Michigan greeted me with subzero temperatures as I left the house, my bikini was the last thing on my mind. In fact I had an overpowering urge to be back under my down comforter and I wished for two more layers of socks. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-prepare-yourself-to-look-great-in-a-bikini-start-now.jpg http://factoidz.com/7-ways-to-get-motivated-for-the-gym/ http://factoidz.com/7-ways-to-get-motivated-for-the-gym/ It's almost that time again, ladies. No, not the time to wipe out the Cadbury Egg supply at your local CVS, but time to put down the remote, cork that half-empty bottle of wine, and head for the gym. (Well, ok, maybe let the wine settle first). It's almost swimsuit season, and you don't want to hi... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/7-ways-to-get-motivated-for-the-gym.jpg http://factoidz.com/healthy-alternatives-to-steroids/ http://factoidz.com/healthy-alternatives-to-steroids/ In October 2004 the United States congress passed a law that amended the controlled substance act to make anabolic steroids, Androstenedione (Andro) and other pro-hormones illegal. At this time there are over 100 different type... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/healthy-alternatives-to-steroids.jpg http://factoidz.com/running-101-how-to-beat-shin-splints/ http://factoidz.com/running-101-how-to-beat-shin-splints/ Medial tibial stress syndrome otherwise known as shin splints, have long been the bane of many runner's existence. They're so frustrating because when they come, there isn't much you can do to get rid of them but rest. Your whole body may feel ready to run, but it's just those pesky shins that are h... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/running-101-how-to-beat-shin-splints.jpg http://factoidz.com/the-first-steps-to-learning-cross-country-skiing/ http://factoidz.com/the-first-steps-to-learning-cross-country-skiing/ There are two approaches to learning almost any sport. You can read a few books on the subject and then teach yourself through trial and error, or you can take lessons from someone experienced in the sport. If you’re a natur... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/the-first-steps-to-learning-cross-country-skiing.jpg http://factoidz.com/there-are-many-ways-to-burn-fat/ http://factoidz.com/there-are-many-ways-to-burn-fat/ Burning fat has been a subject of human focus since the time when we lived in caves. It’s true! Whether Neanderthal man realized it or not fat was one of the most important subjects affecting him. The main difference between fat concerns of the ancients and ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/there-are-many-ways-to-burn-fat.jpg http://factoidz.com/whats-a-good-training-regimen-to-prep-for-my-first-half-marathon/ http://factoidz.com/whats-a-good-training-regimen-to-prep-for-my-first-half-marathon/ For starters, if you haven't got very much running experience you will definitely have to ease in to your new training regime. Also, many people seem to think that they need to run everyday or 6 days a week in order to properly prepare for the big race. The truth is much the opposite. Running takes ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/whats-a-good-training-regimen-to-prep-for-my-first-half-marathon.jpg http://factoidz.com/for-a-novice-in-his-30s-which-is-better-to-start-out-with-snowboarding-or-skiing/ http://factoidz.com/for-a-novice-in-his-30s-which-is-better-to-start-out-with-snowboarding-or-skiing/ You seemed to have posed one those proverbial chicken or egg questions of the recreational sports world. In other words, I don't believe there is one right answer to your question as in the end it will always remain a matter of personal preference. However, I do have an opinion based on personal exp... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/for-a-novice-in-his-30s-which-is-better-to-start-out-with-snowboarding-or-skiing.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-motivate-yourself-to-get-in-shape/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-motivate-yourself-to-get-in-shape/ Getting into really good shape is one of those things that almost everybody wished they'd do, but few actually take the necessary steps to achieve it. Most people are very willing to start a workout routine, but quickly lose motivation and cease training before true benefits and lifestyle changes ta... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-motivate-yourself-to-get-in-shape.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-stay-motivated-to-work-out/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-stay-motivated-to-work-out/ The hardest part of staying in shape is not being able to bench-press your body weight or do a thousand crunches.  On the contary - getting fit is all about peeling your lazy body off of the La-Z-Boy and forcing it to be active.  If you can actually get yourself to the gym, the hard part is behi... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-stay-motivated-to-work-out.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-get-a-great-full-body-workout-at-home/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-get-a-great-full-body-workout-at-home/ With the decline in the economy, many people are looking for ways to save and cut back.  One way is to do away with the fitness club memberships.  But, how to stay motivated and get into shape may be tough for some.  You might have a friend that you work out with and well, you don't have them bec... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-get-a-great-full-body-workout-at-home.jpg http://factoidz.com/learning-to-embrace-regular-exercise/ http://factoidz.com/learning-to-embrace-regular-exercise/ I am not, nor have I ever been a fan of going to the gym.  I ran on the track and cross country teams throughout junior high and high school and spent plenty of time in my life working out on weight machines, running on treadmills, riding the stationary bike, making endless ovals on the outdoor tra... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/learning-to-embrace-regular-exercise.jpg http://factoidz.com/5-easy-changes-you-can-make-in-your-kitchen-and-grocery-shopping-to-be-healthier-and-lose-weight/ http://factoidz.com/5-easy-changes-you-can-make-in-your-kitchen-and-grocery-shopping-to-be-healthier-and-lose-weight/ Many of us are looking to make our lives just a little bit healthier, but changing our ways can seem incredibly daunting. Who wants to go from eating the food you like to a salad every night? Fortunately, you can be a little less extreme in your actions and make a handful of changes that can put you... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/5-easy-kitchen-switches-for-a-healthier-you.jpg http://factoidz.com/lose-weight-firm-up-your-abs-what-the-infomercials-dont-tell-you/ http://factoidz.com/lose-weight-firm-up-your-abs-what-the-infomercials-dont-tell-you/ You have decided to get in shape. You want to lose weight, look and feel good, and of course, you want tight, firm abdominals to show off at the shore come Spring. This is a good news/bad news scenario, and we will start with the bad news first: Those ab machines, rubberbands, and other ridiculou... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/lose-weight-firm-up-your-abs-what-the-infomercials-dont-tell-you.jpg http://factoidz.com/8-tips-for-success-to-being-a-great-personal-fitness-trainer/ http://factoidz.com/8-tips-for-success-to-being-a-great-personal-fitness-trainer/ Personal fitness training is a competitive career. Clients are hard to come by, and good ones should be kept at all costs. Here are eight things to remember each day to become a better, more professional fitness trainer. Dress professionally The best outfit is something sporty yet profess... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST fitness http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/8-tips-for-success-to-being-a-great-personal-fitness-trainer.jpg