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Interview with Bob Greene - Interview with Bob Greene, Oprah Winfrey's Personal Trainer Created: Wednesday, August 26, 2009 Updated: Monday, May 28, 2012
Get the scoop about exercise, weight loss and fitness from Bob Greene, Oprah Winfrey's personal trainer.
Fitness Goals - I Want to Prevent Weight Gain With 30-Day Weight Gain Prevention Program Created: Monday, November 21, 2011 Updated: Monday, May 28, 2012
While we often focus on losing weight and end up frustrated with our lack of progress, there's another option. Setting a goal to prevent weight gain takes the pressure off while allowing you to gr...
Before You Buy an Exercise Video - What You Need to Know Before Buying Exercise Videos Created: Tuesday, December 02, 2003 Updated: Monday, May 28, 2012
There are thousands of exercise videos out there, but how do you choose the right one? Get tips and information on what you need to know before you buy an exercise video.
Losing Pregnancy Weight - How to Lose Weight After Having a Baby Created: Thursday, April 24, 2008 Updated: Monday, May 28, 2012
Learn safe, healthy ways to lose weight after pregnancy and tips for fitting in exercise with your new schedule.
Find Your Target Heart Rate - Step One: Find Your Resting Heart Rate Created: Tuesday, May 31, 2005 Updated: Monday, May 28, 2012
Knowing your target heart rate can help you work at the right intensity for reaching your goals. These step by step instructions explain how to find your target heart rate and how to use that infor...
Reebok EasyTone Shoe Review by Linda - Foot Pain - Reader Reviews Reebok EasyTone Shoes Created: Monday, May 28, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 28, 2012
Write your review of Reebok EasyTone Shoes
Hula Hoop Lower Body Workout - How to Hula Hoop Lower Body Workout Video Created: Friday, December 30, 2011 Updated: Thursday, May 24, 2012
Want to learn how to do a hula hoop lower body workout? Here, see tips and tricks for doing a hula hoop lower body workout on your own.
Zumba Workout for Abs Video Created: Monday, May 14, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 24, 2012
Zumba workouts can flatten your abs by targeting your core during the Latin styled dance routine. Watch this About.com video to learn some Zumba moves to tone your abs and burn up calories.
Best Standing Ab Exercises - Target Your Abs With These Standing Ab Exercises Created: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, May 22, 2012
We've all done crunches for flat abs, but standing ab exercises are more effective for working your abs in a more functional, more effective way. Check out these top standing ab exercises.
Standing Ab Workout Created: Monday, May 21, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
This Standing Ab Workout will challenge every muscle in your core using a medicine ball, resistance band and dumbbells.
Ball Exchange Ab Exercise - Step by Step Created: Wednesday, September 16, 2009 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
The ball exchange is a challenging advanced exercise that works all the muscles of the abs and lower back, as well as the inner thighs. Get pictures and descriptions for how to do the ball exchange...
Your Online Workout Center - Weight training and cardio workouts, exercise articles Created: Thursday, June 15, 2006 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
Welcome to your online workout center where you'll find cardio and weight training workouts and health/exercise related articles
Standing Abs - How to Get Off the Floor to Work Your Abs Created: Monday, May 21, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
You've spent a lot of years doing crunches for flat abs, but it's time to get off the floor and work your abs in a more functional way. Learn about standing ab exercises and how to incorporate the...
Useless Fitness Equipment Review - Ogie 3000 - Reader Reviews The Most Useless Piece of Fitness Equipment I Ever Tried Created: Monday, May 14, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
What's the most useless or ridiculous piece of fitness equipment you've ever tried? Post the details of the most useless piece of fitness equipment.
Jennifer's Review of MBT Shoes - Expensive But Worth It! - Reader Reviews MBT Shoes Created: Monday, May 14, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
Have you tried MBT (Masai Barefoot Technology) Shoes? Post your review about your experiences with MBT Shoes.
Your Summer Weight Loss Program Created: Monday, December 22, 2003 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
Your summer weight loss program gives you the tips, tools and resources you need to get your body ready for summer. From cardio and strength training to healthy eating and better choices, you'll f...
Zumba Workout for Butt Video Created: Monday, May 14, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
Tone up your glutes with Zumba, a fitness program inspired by Latin dances. Watch this About.com video to learn how to incorporate some butt lifting moves into a dance routine known for its cardio ...
Strengthen Your Abs and Get Beyond The Six-Pack - Ab Workout Created: Sunday, November 30, 2003 Updated: Friday, May 11, 2012
Strengthen Your Abs and Get Beyond The Six-Pack from Your About Exercise Guide
Squat Thrust (Burpees) - Step by Step Variations of Squat Thrusts and Burpees for Intensity and Endurance Created: Thursday, July 29, 2010 Updated: Tuesday, May 08, 2012
Squat thrusts and Burpees are challenging exercises that burn more calories and increases intensity while working the entire body. Learn about step by step variations of squat thrusts and burpees a...
Top 10 Spring Fitness Essentials Created: Friday, June 15, 2007 Updated: Tuesday, May 01, 2012
Spring is the best time to updated your workout wardrobe with the latest clothes and gear. Check out some of my top picks for Spring Fitness Essentials.
How Erik Maintains His Weight - Share Your Story: How I Maintain My Weight With Exercise Created: Friday, April 20, 2012 Updated: Friday, April 20, 2012
If you've managed to keep your weight in check with exercise, now is your chance to share you story. How have you maintained your weight with exercise? Share your tips and tricks for staying in sha..
Jump Rope Circuit Workout - Challenge Your Body with this cardio/strength Jumpe Rope Circuit Created: Wednesday, April 18, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, April 18, 2012
This Jump Rope Circuit Workout is designed to challenge your entire body with both cardio and strength training exercises.
Muscular Endurance Created: Sunday, January 04, 2004 Updated: Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Learn the definition of Muscular Endurance from your About Exercise Guide
Best Fat Burning Exercises Created: Tuesday, April 17, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 17, 2012
While there are no magic exercises for burning fat, there are activities that can speed up the fat burning process. Find out some of the best exercises for burning more fat.
Should You Exercise on an Empty Stomach to Burn More Fat? Created: Wednesday, December 07, 2005 Updated: Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Will working out on an empty stomach help you lose more fat? Find out the truth about exercising on an empty stomach.
Burn More Fat - Facts About How to Burn Fat Created: Thursday, October 04, 2007 Updated: Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Burn fat by learning how your body uses fat for energy. Design more efficient workouts for fat-burning and weight loss.
Understanding and Dealing with Childhood Obesity Created: Wednesday, January 07, 2004 Updated: Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Get the facts about childhood obesity and learn how you can help your child learn healthier habits from your About Exercise Guide
How Tonya Lost 112 Pounds - Share Your Story: How I Lost Weight Created: Tuesday, April 17, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Have you found weight loss success? Share your success story and tell us how you lost the weight and kept it off.
How Debra Lost 20 Pounds - Share Your Story: How I Lost Weight Created: Tuesday, April 17, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Have you found weight loss success? Share your success story and tell us how you lost the weight and kept it off.
How One Reader Lost Weight - Share Your Story: How I Lost Weight Created: Tuesday, April 17, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Have you found weight loss success? Share your success story and tell us how you lost the weight and kept it off.
Getting Your Best Body - Exercise and Workouts to Help You Get Your Best Body Created: Tuesday, December 02, 2003 Updated: Monday, April 16, 2012
Get your best body with exercise to build strength and endurance while losing weight. Cardio and strength training are the best ways to get a strong, fit body. Learn more about how you can train ..
Strength - The Definition of Muscular Strength Created: Monday, April 19, 2004 Updated: Monday, April 16, 2012
Strength is an important measure of fitness progress. Learn the definition of strength and how to increase your strength with exercise.

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