Articles written by Chris Christian

Doing the same workout everyday can be boring and lead to a low compliance rate. Try the "complex workout" for a challenging change of pace.

Jun 1, 2011 - Chris Christian

5 Minutes a day can make all the difference in the world when it comes to fitness and health. It's not a lot of time but it's enough to improve your health.

May 7, 2011 - Chris Christian

There are far too many reasons to get up off of the coach and move your body. Are you aware of the huge benefits you can gain from movement?

May 7, 2011 - Chris Christian

Fartlek is a form of interval training that can be used to improve performance in any sport or activity.

Nov 7, 2010 - Chris Christian

Do you believe doing hundreds of crunches each day will produce six-pack abs? The simple truth is it won't. But there is a way to achieve fabulous abs.

Nov 7, 2010 - Chris Christian

The more variety you can add to your workouts the more varied the health benefits received. Add new tools to help keep workouts fresh and productive.

Nov 7, 2010 - Chris Christian

Power lifting when performing the squat, dead lift, and bench-press is a surefire way to increase strength, power, and size.

Nov 7, 2010 - Chris Christian

There may not be enough time to work out before or after work; why not work out at your desk? Execute these moves at your desk each day for a great workout.

Sep 26, 2010 - Chris Christian

Stretching helps maintain focus, improves energy, and releases stress. Employing a stretching routine at work can make each day less stressful.

Sep 26, 2010 - Chris Christian

Does slow repetition training really provide better strengthening benefits than weight training done at customary speeds?

Sep 26, 2010 - Chris Christian

Don't think that because one is thin no health benefits will be gained from exercise. Exercise provides more than a means of burning calories.

Jul 14, 2010 - Chris Christian

Summer is a time when active people choose to experience the pleasures of nature; fresh air, sunshine, beautiful greens, uninhibited movement.

Jul 14, 2010 - Chris Christian

Some people regularly travel out of town for work. This could be perceived as a fitness problem or it could be the perfect time for exercise.

Jul 14, 2010 - Chris Christian

There really is no secret or trick to it - to look great on the beach this summer, a healthy lifestyle is the magic pill you've been looking for.

Jul 14, 2010 - Chris Christian

You may not find every class at every club. You should be able to find at least one class you like. If not ask your local gym to start one up.

May 26, 2010 - Chris Christian

Using aerobic exercise to get in shape can be fun. There are many types of cardiovascular activities to choose from. Explore the possibilities.

May 26, 2010 - Chris Christian

Lipase, which is a hormone responsible for the utilization of fat for energy in the body, is negatively affected by sitting too long.

Mar 29, 2010 - Chris Christian

In today's fast paced society people neglect themselves to the point where all they can do to fit in psychologically is fake it, putting them further behind.

Mar 25, 2010 - Chris Christian

If you desire a flat mid-section, you may want to incorporate some key components into your lifestyle. There are some basic steps required to go from fat to flat.

Mar 21, 2010 - Chris Christian

Each year one third of seniors over 65 years old fall and sustain broken bones and in some cases a loss of independence.

Feb 20, 2010 - Chris Christian

In society we have behavioral guidelines we call etiquette. The guidelines are based on our present social setting. Awareness of gym etiquette can prevent embarrassment.

Dec 14, 2009 - Chris Christian

Socially acceptable behavior in the gym is sometimes overlooked by gym patrons. Below you will find some friendly reminders to prevent you from getting the evil eye.

Dec 14, 2009 - Chris Christian

There may be some ambiguity as to when to stretch and what benefits it provides, but if you stretch regularly you can attest to the benefits received from stretching.

Nov 23, 2009 - Chris Christian

A lack of activity, less blood flow, and fewer nutrients and hormones to arms and legs cause muscle tissue to waste away. Can we reverse this? Yes we can.

Oct 31, 2009 - Chris Christian

Studies and research agree children need to exercise each day, it's just not clear how much time should be spent exercising and what benefits will be gained.

Sep 13, 2009 - Chris Christian

If you're not exercising chances are you believe you have a valid reason. Consider the consequences of inactivity and then follow these easy to get started tips.

Aug 5, 2009 - Chris Christian

With features like trip timers and health management software, pedometers can make walking interesting.

Jul 23, 2009 - Chris Christian

Walking with a pedometer has helped many shrink the budge. Small and simple yet powerful enough to inspire change, consider adding a pedometer to your fitness routine.

Jun 1, 2009 - Chris Christian

Doesn't seem to be an answer to the question, "How do I lose weight and keep it off?" According to Researchers at Kaiser Permanente Center for Health Research there is.

Apr 28, 2009 - Chris Christian

If you perform aerobic exercise before eating breakfast some believe you will burn more calories than afternoon or evening workouts.

Apr 8, 2009 - Chris Christian

Steroids are nothing to play with. The consequences of using steroids result in some serious damage to the body. Unless you're prescribed steroids, stay away from them.

Apr 1, 2009 - Chris Christian

Want to start running? You may as well do it the right way. If you're been injured due to improper form and technique, ChiRunning can get you back on track, literally!

Mar 22, 2009 - Chris Christian

All power and strength are generated in the lower torso and transferred to the extremities. Strengthening your core improves performance and reduces risk of injury.

Mar 16, 2009 - Chris Christian

We can use the freshness of a new season to spring forward into fresh new habits aimed at health enhancement through lifestyle changes.

Mar 15, 2009 - Chris Christian

Fitness goals can make working out exciting and challenging as you move toward the vision established within your mind's eye.

Feb 20, 2009 - Chris Christian

Selecting a personal trainer requires the same diligence other life altering decisions do. Interview as many trainers as needed before making your selection.

Jan 31, 2009 - Chris Christian

If you could develop your own workouts, would you be inclined to workout more frequently? Studies show all you need to enhance fitness is regular physical activity.

Jan 15, 2009 - Chris Christian

Even with the best of intentions, shifting from old habits may prove to be too much for sustaining your new years resolution. Make the shift with these suggestions.

Jan 7, 2009 - Chris Christian

Stretching is one of the simplest forms of exercise. It does not require any special equipment and can be done any time and any place.

Dec 29, 2008 - Chris Christian

Gaining muscle size and strength can easily be achieved by employing proven techniques. Understanding how muscles grow will help you make your muscle grow.

Dec 15, 2008 - Chris Christian

Pilates is similar to yoga in some respects. It is a discipline that transcends the physical, developing the total being through the connection of mind and body.

Nov 14, 2008 - Chris Christian

We must accelerate the crusade to eradicate overweight and obesity. The tentacles of these conditions branch out into many debilitating diseases.

Nov 3, 2008 - Chris Christian

Maintaining an acceptable level of physical fitness requires attention to all 5 components of fitness. The benefits are multi-faceted and encompass many areas of self.

Sep 30, 2008 - Chris Christian

Not seeing the results you desire form your workout? Chances are you need to inject some variance into your program! Variance meaning what, you ask? keep reading!

Sep 24, 2008 - Chris Christian

Finding motivation to exercise shouldn't be hard, with lots of health benefits. There are many who have not yet found a catalyst. Hopefully one of these gets you rolling!

Sep 15, 2008 - Chris Christian

You do not have to be a member of a gym, own fitness equipment or allocate a room in your home to become fit.

Aug 27, 2008 - Chris Christian

With the number of weight loss and diet products sold annually and the number of overweight Americans climbing, what is true the answer to this epidemic?

Aug 17, 2008 - Chris Christian

It has been shown through research that behavioral strategies are superior to cognitive intervention for motivating patients to begin physically active lifestyles.

Aug 4, 2008 - Chris Christian

If you didn't have a good reason to get up out of your chair, now you do! A recent study, conducted at the University of Georgia, proves it.

Jul 27, 2008 - Chris Christian

There's something special about being outdoors, it's where we belong! Outdoor workouts enliven, energize and invigorate us, resonating unity, oneness, connection.

Jul 19, 2008 - Chris Christian