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Joining a Gym

Joining a gym is a big commitment. Learn what you should know before you sign on the dotted line as well as how to make the most of your gym membership.

Anatomy of a Workout

Most of us have a general idea of how to exercise, but do you know the different components of a workout? Learn more about each stage of your workout to help be more consistent with your exercise program.

Dealing with Gym Intimidation

Don't let gym intimidation stop you from exercising. Learn how to choose the right gym and get over your gym fears.

How to Navigate the Gym

If you're new to the gym, you may be confused about where to start, which cardio machines to try and how the strength training machines work. What do you do if you're trying to lose weight or get in shape? This step by step article will help you learn how to navigate the gym.

Finding a Gym in Your Area

Find a gym in your area to get fit, lose weight and stay healthy.

Gym Etiquette - What's the worst behavior you've seen at the gym

Discuss the worst behavior you've seen at the gym

Share your most embarrassing moment at the gym.

What's your most embarrassing moment at the gym? Share your stories.

10 Most Embarrassing Moments at the Gym

Bring up the subject of embarrassing moments at the gym and it's amazing the stories you hear. It's clear that the gym is a prime spot for embarrassing moments. Sweaty people flailing around with large, heavy machinery sometimes has disastrous consequences. Whether it's passing gas in yoga class or bonking yourself on the head with a weight, you can bet someone else has done it. The list belo…

10 Most Embarrassing Moments at the Gym

Bring up the subject of embarrassing moments at the gym and it's amazing the stories you hear. It's clear that the gym is a prime spot for embarrassing moments. Sweaty people flailing around with large, heavy machinery

7 Ways to Deal with Annoying People at the Gym

There are always annoying people at the gym. People who leave weights on the machines, wear too much perfume or spread their gear around like they live there. Learn a few tongue-in-cheek ways to deal with annoying people at the gym.

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