http://www.articlenorth.com/Category/Fitness/171 Fitness articles from Article North directory Rss Follow Up Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:46:58 -0600 Learning all you can about treadmills before you purchase one is a good idea. Treadmills come in all price ranges. The differences in cost are based on the machines' performances, warranties, space allotments, as well as features and components. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/What-You-Should-Know-When-Making-Treadmill-Comparisons/82741 Wed, 30 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/What-You-Should-Know-When-Making-Treadmill-Comparisons/82741 People purchase exercise equipment to help them with their workouts, not complicate them. When you go shopping for treadmills, the price tags on manual treadmills may seem perfect for your wallet because they're so cheap. However, the stress these machines put on the body, as well as the hassle of operating one, make them a bad investment. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Why-You-Shouldn-t-Waste-Your-Money-on-Manual-Treadmills/82225 Sun, 27 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Why-You-Shouldn-t-Waste-Your-Money-on-Manual-Treadmills/82225 It is a myth that one abdominal-training fitness regime fits all. There are several distinct differences between the methods of how males and females sculpt ripped abs. Read this article to find out why. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/The-Difference-Between-Sculpting-Male-Abs-And-Female-Abs/82120 Sat, 26 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/The-Difference-Between-Sculpting-Male-Abs-And-Female-Abs/82120 Anytime you exercise, you do so in order to try and maintain good health. You also know that you have to eat as well, so your body will have the energy it needs to exercise and maintain for the everyday tasks of life. For making the best of your exercise, what you eat before and after you workout is very important. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Eating-And-Exercise/82111 Sat, 26 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Eating-And-Exercise/82111 The numbers on your scale do not indicate whether you are fit or fat. Far more significant than your total body weight is the composition of your body tissue. If a man's fatty tissue is bigger than 14% up to 15% of his body mass, or if a woman's is more than 20% to 22%, he or she is overweight, or more precisely, overfat. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Cross-Training-for-Fitness-and-Fatloss/82097 Sat, 26 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Cross-Training-for-Fitness-and-Fatloss/82097 If you have a child of 6 to 8 years old that wants to start exercising and lifting weights, you may find yourself wondering what you should do. While some think it is perfectly fine for children to exercise, there are others that think differently. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Chidren-And-Exercise/81961 Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Chidren-And-Exercise/81961 Physical fitness is an important way for adopting a healthy lifestyle. Regular exercise helps in building sound mental and physical health that helps you in attaining high fitness levels. Incase you are looking for some amazing fitness schedules, you can try some amazing health and fitness tips such as aerobics and jogging along with cardiovascular exercise and weight training that helps you in building strong body with enhanced endurance levels. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/The-Best-Components-of-Skill-Related-Fitness/81926 Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/The-Best-Components-of-Skill-Related-Fitness/81926 Well it has happened again this year, just when we thought we were in the clear and had made it through the cold and flu season unscathed, we get hit with a nasty one. There are a lot of us that got caught this year according to Doctors. The truly amazing thing is that Doctors have said that this bug is not only nasty but an intelligent little bug. This bug waited until our flu shots were least effective, come the end of winter, the beginning of spring, you know like right now! http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Big-Picture-Progressive-Exposure/81773 Thu, 24 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Big-Picture-Progressive-Exposure/81773 The type of exercise you do all depends on you and what you like to do. What you hate doing, paying membership fees, and whether or not to buy equipment are all things you need to consider as well as answer. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Choosing-The-Right-Exercise-For-You/81548 Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Choosing-The-Right-Exercise-For-You/81548 Everyone has wondered at some point in time which cardio exercise is better. To put it in simple terms, both low and high intensity exercises will help you to burn off body fat. The question here is which is the most effective to burn off more body fat. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Cardio-Exercise/81534 Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Cardio-Exercise/81534 Fitness offers us the opportunity of a full life with more confidence, energy and ability. The combination of good nutrition and physical fitness and the third component, emotional balance, all makes for a better quality of life. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Improving-Your-Metabolism/81403 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Improving-Your-Metabolism/81403 An accomplished publisher, Bill Phillips has under his belt bestselling books, magazines and documentary films. He's an inventor and entrepreneur who has made millions by helping others change their lives for the better through mental and physical fitness. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Changing-Your-Life-for-Good/81373 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Changing-Your-Life-for-Good/81373 These days, more and more people are turning away from memberships to gyms and instead choosing to invest money in a home gym. You can put a home gym in a spare corner of your home, or even in the basement if you wish. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Buying-An-All-In-One-System/81308 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Buying-An-All-In-One-System/81308 There are so many things to keep in mind when purchasing a treadmill. Most individuals know that the power of the motor, the machine's stability and weight limit, as well as the amount of space it takes up, are all important considerations when choosing a treadmill. However, one area that many consumers do not take into account is the treadmill warranty. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Treadmill-Warranty--What-It-Says-About-The-Fitness-Equipment/81005 Sun, 20 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Treadmill-Warranty--What-It-Says-About-The-Fitness-Equipment/81005 If you wish to pursue a career as a chiropractor, you will first need to obtain a chiropractic degree in the philosophy of chiropractic. You will need to be well-versed in chiropractic principles. Other than theoretical knowledge, You will also need practical knowledge on how to treat patients, how to effectively understand symptoms and what course of action should be undertaken in different scenarios. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Interested-in-Becoming-A-Chiropractor-/80761 Fri, 18 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Interested-in-Becoming-A-Chiropractor-/80761 If there is one equipment you should not miss in your training, it is the stability ball. The market comes up with new training tools every now and then. Yet you are not sure if they do work and if they are safe. So for one that is guaranteed to work, use the stability ball. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Benefits-of-Using-a-Stability-Ball-in-Your-Training/80588 Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Benefits-of-Using-a-Stability-Ball-in-Your-Training/80588 The body is flexible. It is supposed to be flexible. You must be able to bend and reach that something you dropped on the floor. You must be able to zip the back of your favorite dress on your own. You must be able to reach that book you need to read at the top shelf. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Benefits-of-Stretching/80573 Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Benefits-of-Stretching/80573 It seems to be a little disgusting when you are detoxing or cleansing. Your body shows some signs that you have built up toxins. These toxins can affect your whole body fitness and health. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Benefits-of-Detoxing-for-Fitness-and-Health/80548 Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Benefits-of-Detoxing-for-Fitness-and-Health/80548 I empathize with women who are pear shaped, because I am one myself. I know how difficult it is to get a slim and lean pair of legs. I have learned a few things about how to exercise the lower region to not only lose weight, but also to achieve proportion to our whole body. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Best-Ways-To-Exercise-For-Pear-Shaped-Women---Updated/80518 Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Best-Ways-To-Exercise-For-Pear-Shaped-Women---Updated/80518 Kickboxing began in Europe and America as an alternative to traditional kickboxing and is often associated with mixed kickboxing. Although not actually considered one of the kickboxing, many of the competitors who enter the game have skills in kickboxing and were often some of the best competitors in their chosen activity http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Kinds-of-Martial-Arts--/80336 Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Kinds-of-Martial-Arts--/80336 A large number of people are nowadays buying massage chairs for health and relaxation reasons. If you are also thinking of investing in one, then you should at least be aware of certain important facts about massage chairs. Massage chairs are not cheap by any standards and you ought to be clear about your requirements, needs and your budget before you go for buying a massage chair. Some of the main things that you need to know before you buy a massage recliner or chair are: http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/What-You-Need-To-Know-Before-You-Buy-A-Massage-Chair/80290 Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/What-You-Need-To-Know-Before-You-Buy-A-Massage-Chair/80290 Being fit and healthy is the in thing. Actually, it really never goes out of style. That body is the most valuable asset you could have in your lifetime. Thus it is important that you take good care of it. Give it the proper attention it needs. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Benefits-of-Cardio-Training/80004 Mon, 14 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Benefits-of-Cardio-Training/80004 In a long-term study of the health of the people of in the United States, the U.S. Public Health Service documented the chances of developing heart disease among various groups in the population. Long before the any symptoms appeared, epidemiological research could identify high-risk groups. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Benefits-of-Cardio-Interval-Training/79926 Mon, 14 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Benefits-of-Cardio-Interval-Training/79926 If you've spent any time weight training, you are sure to be familiar with at least some of these myths. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/5-Muscle-Building-Myths/79919 Mon, 14 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/5-Muscle-Building-Myths/79919 The frenzy for exercise equipment is every increasing. Media channels are flooded with one spectacular exercise machine after another, each designed to target a new appendage or muscle that has yet to be reached. Some would lead even me to believe exercising is fun; others confirm one's belief that it's pure torture. Whatever you may think it is everybody's doing it! http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Exercise-Equipment-Can-You-Get-A-Good-Workout-Without-It/79873 Sun, 13 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Exercise-Equipment-Can-You-Get-A-Good-Workout-Without-It/79873