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Pros and cons of the top 11 fitness trends

January 06, 2009
Gyms and health clubs around the country have added many popular work-out plans to their schedule. But how do you know if a program suits your level of fitness and your lifestyle? In this article from MSN, a dozen fitness experts discuss the pros and cons of 11 current fitness trends, including boot camps, Zumba, anti-gravity yoga, and the virtual exercise known as exergaming. Read more »

Expert & Community Posts

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Preparing for Your Workout
By Cynthia Haines , Health Expert

...above is probably just fine. If you are an average exerciser and work out a few times per week,... Read more »

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Diabetes and Exercise: How do I play sports without going low?
By Ginger Vieira , Health Expert

...First of all, while it's great that you're starting exercise with a blood sugar over 150, you... Read more »

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Do You Need a Personal Trainer?
By Jeffrey Heit , Health Expert

...be careful. Any knucklehead who lifts weights and exercises can probably pass themselves off as... Read more »

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One Size Does Not Fit All: The Art and Science of Being Physically Active
By Cynthia Haines , Health Expert

...well how hard it is to find the time each day to exercise. Do I miss some days? You bet. But I... Read more »

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My New Year’s Resolution: Exercise Regularly… And Keep Up With It
By Christine Miller , Health Expert

... Millions of people make a resolution each January to exercise— either for weight loss, better... Read more »

Health Guide

Chapter 3: How to Keep Going
...has taken long walks at least 4 or 5 days a week, for years. Recently, she took part in a study of exercise for older adults and added stretching to her weekly routine. “I can really tell the... Read more »
Screen for Heart Disease
Doctors, medical societies and public health officials have been encouraging people to exercise for years. It is quite apparent that those who exercise obtain multiple benefits. These include better... Read more »
Motivation
...thereof, is one reason may people stop exercising. Here are some tipsfor avoiding burn out:Think of exercise as a menu rather than a diet. Choose a number of different physical activities that are... Read more »
The Effects of exercise on Weight
Exercise's Effects on WeightExercising helps people reduce their weight, maintain weight loss, and fight obesity. Research has shown that women who regularly exercisebut do not change their diet can... Read more »
Scoliosis: Braces
...is used, an orthotist measures and fits the patient with the device. A physical therapist tailors an exercise program best suited for the patient. A nurse may also coordinate the treatment plans... Read more »

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