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6 Ways to Keep the Pounds Off This Winter

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Keep the pounds off this holiday season with these tips for staying healthy and fit.

Stay Healthy This Holiday Season

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The holidays are approaching, which means festive food and not enough time to exercise. Use these tips to stay healthy and fit over the holidays.

Staying Fit on the Road

Travel doesn't have to get in the way of your workouts. Take these tips from The World's Fittest Man on your next trip.

7 Ways to Solve Your Posture Problems

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Is your body out of line? Take this simple self-test, and then use our exercises to fix your form, soothe your pain, and maximize your muscle

Dieting and Weight Loss Action Plan

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Think you need to lose a few? Don't know where to start? Here's how to set yourself up for success. Follow this guide so you can maintain your motivation and healthy routine all year long.

The Diet Detective: Calorie Bargains for Your Mind and Body

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Take the perfect surf and yoga vacation with Pura Vida Adventures. Plus a smoothie, a cookbook and a pedometer to add to your training toolbox.

4 Reasons Why Most Diets Fail

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The key to losing weight is adopting a sound, sustainable eating plan and then sticking with it.

Is Your Diet Making You Gain?

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Why some weight loss strategies backfire?and the fixes that help you reach your goal.

5 Ways to Shed Those Last Few Pounds

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Are you working hard to improve your performance, but can't shake that excess weight? Try these tips to slim down without slowing down.

Snack Yourself Thinner

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Pig out and still lose pudge by filling your cupboard with foods that have built-in willpower. Here are three snacking strategies that come with a no-gorge guarantee.

Demand More of Your Core

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Have you noticed that abdominal muscles adapt quickly to traditional abdominal exercises such as crunches and lifts? You may discover after maintaining your program for several weeks that a once-challenging workout is dull and easy.

ABSolutely Effective Abdominal Exercises

Tue, 05 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Core strength is essential for optimum health and athletic performance. You develop it just moving around. To optimize core strength, here are the four most effective ab-strengthening exercises.

5 Steps to a Solid 6-pack

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The crunch is the most popular ab exercise. But that doesn't mean it's the most effective. After all, would you rather be using the ab workout of an out-of-shape housewife or one of an Olympic gymnast?

Your Belly-off Attack Plan

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Need a nudge to stay motivated? From chewing gum to cheating (a little), try these three expert tips from our Belly Off! Hall of Famers.

Tips for Effective Core Training

Are you getting everything you can out of your core training? Here are four tools and six exercises to pump up your core routine.

Smart Fitness: Work on Your Core Strength

True core strength is the ability of the "middle" of the body to hold correct posture, maintain balance, have a strong awareness of body and limbs in space and the functional strength to properly use it all.

The Best of Ab Exercises

Abdominal exercises are often the most tedious of all exercises, so it's no wonder that there are numerous devices on the market. Learn which exercises are most effective and which to avoid.

Mix and Match for a Better Body

Mon, 09 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Incorporating cross-training into your routine will help you get fit faster, beat the boredom and avoid injury.

Drills and Technique for Swimmers

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Looking to improve your technique in the pool? Here is a collection of swimming drills to add to your workouts.

Man vs. Machine: Use What's Right for You

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Get the most from your equipment with Active Expert Matt Fitzgerald's guide to five of the most popular machines. Find out what areas of the body they benefit and how many calories you can burn.

Battle of the Exercise Bikes

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Is a regular stationary bike better than a recumbent bike? Here's a pros-and-cons breakdown of the battle of the bikes.

12-Week Treadmill Workout

Winter is quickly approaching. But cold weather doesn't have to mean an end to exercise. Here are 12 indoor fat-blasting walking routines for every body.

Strength Training: Free Weights or Machines?

The Greatest Workout Known To Man

Mon, 09 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Tap into the power of Olympic weight lifting and experience the best gains of your life.

Tips for Smart Strength Training

When we strength train using either free weights, machines or our own body weight as resistance, a few tips are in order not to just reap the benefits, but to avoid an injury.

Caffeine, the Ergogenic Aid

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Caffeine is the most widely used drug in the world. Listen to this podcast to find out if athletes should use it for an energy boost--and if so, what kind and how much.

Post-Workout Fuel You Need

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

What, when, and how much should you eat post-run? Here are the best recovery tips for your workout.

Athletes: What to Eat and When for Top Performance

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Hot off the press from three prominent nutrition and exercise associations--here are a few key points on what to eat and when to perform at your best.

10 Ways to Manage Offseason Weight Control

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A big concern for competitive cyclists is weight control during the fall and winter months. Apply these tips to your diet and you'll be ready to ride strong when the new season approaches.

Easy Energy

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

It's hard to imagine life without energy bars, gels and sports drinks. But it's easy to fuel up on-the-run with everyday foods in your pantry.

The Nut Case: Do They Have Too Much Fat?

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Don't be fooled by their fat. These snacks in a shell are healthier than you think.

5 Nutrition Missing Links: Expert Advice for Athletes

Thu, 11 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Many athletes make common nutrition mistakes that result in underperformance. Are you eating at the right times? Drinking enough fluids? Nancy Clark offers advice on how to fix common nutrition mishaps.

The Whole Story on Protein

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Got protein? Sports nutritionist and Active Expert Nancy Clark explains how much you need and offers tips for adding protein-rich foods to your diet.

Fit Facts: Stay Healthy

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Learn how to avoid fractures and ward off colds. Plus, discover how exercise during pregnancy can be beneficial.

Ask the Experts: Prevent Injuries

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

How to avoid common running and cycling injuries and treat painful conditions before they put you out of the game.

Fit Facts: Pump Up Your Workout

Fit Facts: Run Strong

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Learn how to avoid injury and soothe foot pain. Plus, discover the truth about the ?runner?s high.?

Fit Facts: To Stretch or Not to Stretch

That is the question, and we've got the answer. Also, find out why when it comes to strength training, timing is key. Plus, learn how to keep your knees strong.

Fit Facts: Think Positive

Tue, 05 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Learn how your mind can improve your exercise results, how running now will benefit you in old age and find out how running economically affects your performance.

Fit Facts: Reach Peak Performance

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Learn how rest can improve performance and how to avoid knee injuries that can slow you down. Plus, learn how to purchase the perfect running shoe for your type of feet.