Best Ab Exercises to Get a Six-Pack
By David Peck, Ph.D. Great abs are on the “most wanted” list for many of us this summer, yet you see so few people with mind-blowing six-packs. Unfortunately, the avenue to amazing abs is cluttered...
View ArticleSCULPTING THE PERFECT BUTT
By Shoshana Pritzker Glutes give us a cushion when we’re seated, and they make a statement as we walk away. And whether you need to firm up or build up your booty, David Kirsch, celebrity trainer and...
View ArticleTraining for Sultry Shoulders
With summer already upon us, you’re invariably finding yourself in situations that lend themselves to wearing a variety of shoulder-bearing clothes. Whether it’s a spaghetti-strap dress at a dinner...
View ArticleWant Better Posture and a Shapely Back?
Taking ownership of good posture is not something that just happens. Whether you sit at a computer, stand at a cash register, or you’re picking up toys, the chores of daily life will tend to pull your...
View ArticleGET A STRONGER CORE: 3-DAY WORKOUT SPLIT
The dog days of summer are here, and it’s time to sharpen the weapons of your physical arsenal! It’s time to reclaim the ground that you’ve lost in the summer party battlefield! Of course, it means...
View ArticleARM BLAST TO SCULPT YOUR BICEPS
If you want to tone, strengthen and firm you upper arm and forearm, you still have some time before summer ends! The alternate dumbbell curl is a premier arm exercise because it activates all of the...
View ArticleGET FIRMER THIGHS, HIPS AND BUTT
As women age, one of the unfortunate things that begin to occur slowly, especially after 40 and accelerate in the next decade, is a gradual loss of muscle. You won’t notice this at first, or even for...
View ArticleLove your Body
We all have insecurities. In a world with so much pressure to be perfect, it’s no wonder so many of us are self-conscious about the way we look. I believe that when you accept and love your body, you...
View ArticleBest Exercise for firm thighs
Q: The upper portions of my thighs have no shape to them. Is there any exercise I can do to get them more developed? A: Absolutely. Staple exercises like squats, leg presses and lunges are all good...
View ArticleBEST EXERCISE FOR TONED ARMS
Firm and sleek upper arms can provide the perfect finishing touch to the hours you spend working toward perfecting your fit physique. Although your arms can be covered up by sweat shirts during the...
View ArticleBest Shoulder Workout and Exercises
Excellent deltoid development can bring a premier yet balanced look to any great physique. Great shoulders stand out, whether on the stage of the competition, in the gym, or in day-to-day life....
View ArticleGet a Better Booty and Sculpt Your Butt
Sculpt a nice butt with wide-stance squats! This exercise is the best and fastest way to build sexy, shapely lower body muscles that will turn heads. The wide stance activates your booty muscles better...
View ArticleKettlebells vs. Free Weights: Which Is Better?
Training with a kettlebell, a large iron ball connected to a handle, may seem like a relatively new way to exercise – but there is nothing new about kettlebells. 19th-century strongmen such as Arthur...
View ArticleAre Behind-the-Neck Lat Pulldowns Dangerous?
Q: Is there any harm to performing behind-the-neck lat pulldowns? A trainer in my gym told me they can be dangerous. A: The trainer was correct. As a general rule, you should avoid any exercise that...
View ArticleTighten Your Tummy With Curl-Up Crunches
The holidays are upon us, but that doesn’t mean your fitness plan has to take a back seat to the tempting foods and their consequences that can materialize around this time of year. Now is as good a...
View ArticleIMPROVE YOUR POSTURE WITH SHRUGS
Q: When doing shrugs, is it beneficial to rotate in an arc forward to back? I see people doing this and I cannot see why it would be a bad thing … but I’m not sure. First it’s important to understand...
View ArticleSHAPE YOUR THIGHS WITH WALKING LUNGES
Lunges to the front are an outstanding exercise if you are thinking about getting in some snow skiing (especially cross-country skiing) this winter. Lunges are also great if your primary goal is to get...
View ArticleFlat Belly Tips for 2023
Ever wonder how some ladies, from everyday gals, and your co-workers to professional athletes, sport a flat stomach and maybe even a six-pack? There are no “secrets” but rather it’s a lifestyle that...
View ArticleShould you stretch before training?
By Steven J. Fleck, Ph.D. Q: I’ve heard that you shouldn’t stretch right before a weight-training session because this will decrease your maximal strength and power. I’ve noticed, however, that the...
View ArticleShrink your waist and get a V-taper
Q: How can I make my waist smaller? I feel thick around the middle. A: The first thing you need to do is assess whether your problem is related to excess body fat, or if it’s a function of your body...
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