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Exercise Blog with Paige Waehner July 2007 Archive

By Paige Waehner, About.com Guide to Exercise since 2000

Exercise of the Week - Rear Delt Fly

Tuesday July 31, 2007
I don't like to lift weights when I travel because, when I'm on the road, there are usually better things to do than hang out in the gym or hotel ... Read More

Vote in This Week's Poll: Have you lost weight or gained weight this summer?

Monday July 30, 2007
Many of us find that our weight fluctuates with the seasons. Many people lose weight in the summer because they tend to be more active and eat less. Then ... Read More

Fitness & Health E-Courses at About.com

Friday July 27, 2007
If you're like me, you like having explicit instructions anytime you're learning something new or making changes in your life. If you're not like me, then you're probably a ... Read More

Do You BOSU?

Wednesday July 25, 2007
The BOSU Balance Trainer is one of those pieces of equipment that's finally moving into the mainstream. It's become one of my favorites because it's so versatile. You ... Read More

Exercise of the Week - Front Raise with Tricep Extension

Tuesday July 24, 2007
If you're into short, effective workouts you might like this upper body move targeting both the front of the shoulders and the triceps. I love putting exercises together, but ... Read More

Vote in This Week's Poll: What's your biggest diet blunder?

Monday July 23, 2007
I'm sure most of us have been guilty of a variety of dieting mistakes at one time or another, from eating one too many pieces of pizza to mindlessly munching ... Read More

Around About - Staying Young

Friday July 20, 2007
I knew I was getting old when I went to the doctor and she told me that, if I wanted to have kids, I better get started. Oh. ... Read More

New Review - Bowflex Revolution XP Home Gym

Wednesday July 18, 2007
I have to confess, I'm not a big fan of most home gym machines. Many of these multi-station monstrosities are bulky, take up huge amounts of space and are ... Read More

Exercise of the Week - Dead Bug on the BOSU Balance Trainer

Tuesday July 17, 2007
If you're looking for new ways to work the core, the BOSU Balance Trainer is a great tool. It may seem a little strange (or like a big blue ... Read More

Vote in This Week's Poll: What 's your exercise attitude?

Monday July 16, 2007
A lot of us wonder exactly how to motivate ourselves to exercise...what is this special thing you need to propel yourself out of bed and straight to your workouts? ... Read More

My Favorite Workouts

Friday July 13, 2007
I'm a tough audience when it comes to workouts. I get bored easily and I like routines that move fast, challenge me and save time. While there are ... Read More

The Psychology of Exercise

Thursday July 12, 2007
What motivates people to exercise? That's a question many of us would love to know the answer to, isn't it? You may think it's the desire to lose ... Read More

Cardio Exercise of the Week - Interval Training

Tuesday July 10, 2007
If you want to burn more calories in less time and really boost your endurance, interval training is a great choice. With this type of training you alternate ... Read More

Around About - Post Holiday Blues

Monday July 9, 2007
Getting back to work or school after a holiday can really blow unless you take some time to prepare yourself for real life again. The following resources, offered by ... Read More

Frequently Asked Questions

Friday July 6, 2007
If you're looking for something to do on a post-holiday Friday afternoon, why not browse through some of my most frequently asked questions? Hopefully, you'll find some answers to ... Read More

Quick Workouts

Wednesday July 4, 2007
Holidays are always a good excuse for skipping workouts...or are they? Maybe not if you have plans for a good old fashioned 4th of July calorie-fest. Some people ... Read More

Exercise of the Week - Warrior I

Tuesday July 3, 2007
Even if you're not a fan of yoga, you may end up being a fan of this pose, Warrior I. I find this a favorite stretch to do after ... Read More

Vote in This Week's Poll: What motivates you to exercise?

Monday July 2, 2007
Each week, studies are published and articles are written about exercise and new, amazing things it can do for the body. We already know many of the benefits, but ... Read More

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