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Essentials

What is Exercise?
Learn the benefits, guidelines and principles of cardio, strength training and flexibility exercises.
Exercise for Beginners
Beginning an exercise program can be overwhelming. These easy steps will help you set up a complete exercise program with cardio, weight training and flexibility exercises.
Exercise for Weight Loss
If your goal is to lose weight and get in shape, these resources provide all the information you need to get started including free weight loss programs.
Exercise Gear
These reviews offer detailed information about everything from workout videos to heart rate monitors.
All About Abs
This is your online resource for new workouts, fitness and exercise articles and tips for your workout. It's updated frequently, so check back to see new exercises. You can even submit your own workout!
Before You Buy
Before you buy treadmills, heart rate monitors or other important fitness equipment, get the facts about what to look for and the best deals you can get.
Glossary of Fitness Terms
This work-in-progress is a compilation of basic fitness terms to help you increase your knowledge and point you in the right direction.
Top Picks
Top picks in exercise equipment, apparel, shoes, books, videos and other exercise and weight loss-related products. Check here first to find what's recommended.

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