There’s nothing like a sporting event for modeling positive attitudes towards fitness and seeing diversity in action. The San Diego Triathlon also makes for a great family outing. The atmosphere is friendly and lively, and every family member can be included in the fun. The Triathlon has been running (and swimming, and cycling!) since 2009;… Read more
Can you perform bodyweight exercises to raise your testosterone levels? Can it really increase your growth hormone levels, too? Read more
Both workouts will get your heart pumping, raise your metabolic rate, use all of your muscle groups, and make you feel great for the rest of the day. While you won’t feel good that you skipped a workout, I can assure you that you will not regret getting a short blast in!
To make sure that you maintain a great body shape during winter, here are a number of indoor activities you can engage in: Read more
I was never big into competitive female bodybuilding, despite an obsession with lifting weights and building muscle. Then I lost a little bet to my best friend Lauren involving the Olympics and had to sign up for the fall competition in our home city. She was already signed up but was desperate for someone to… Read more
By combining movement, education, and energy production, these pedal generators could be a great green classroom (or playroom) accessory. Adam Boesel, the creator of the Green Microgym, hasn’t been sitting back on his pedal-powered laurels, as he’s been continuing to work on his version of a reliable, affordable, and robust bicycle generator system that can… Read more
Trampolines are not just for children anymore. There is a large market for the world of fitness trampolines. A lot of people are enjoying the benefits of trampoline workouts these days, and there are plenty of good reasons to do so. This form of exercise can be better than running and provides significant health benefits.… Read more
If you think aqua aerobics isn’t for elite athletes, think again. Deep water running is just one form of aqua aerobics that not only provides a variation to any athlete’s routine, but is a highly effective strategy for maintaining both cardio performance levels and muscle strength while recovering from an injury. That’s right: Aqua aerobics… Read more