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How to Start Exercising When You Are Overweight and Out of Shape

Sixty percent of Americans are classified as overweight. If you're one of them you should know how to exercise around your extra pounds -- without risking injury and setbacks.

By Fernando Pages Ruiz

Fitness Tips Metabolism/Weight Loss

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A Full-Body Outside Workout

When the best weather of the year arrives, you want to be out there soaking it up. Here’s what you need to know to make your outdoor workouts as effective as they are fun.

By Fernando Pages Ruiz

At-Home Workouts Body-Weight Workouts

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How to Find Your Anaerobic Threshold

Whether you want to lose weight or improve performance, knowing your anaerobic threshold can help you achieve optimal results in minimum time.

By Fernando Pages Ruiz

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Are You an Endomorph, Mesomorph, or Ectomorph Body Type?

Adopting a fitness routine suited to your athletic body type can make the difference in whether your workouts are frustrating or fulfilling.

By Fernando Pages Ruiz

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Flexibility and Strength Drills You Can Do at Your Desk

A full-body stretching and strengthening routine you can do at your desk to help with muscle fatigue and tightness.

By Fernando Pages Ruiz

Flexibility & Mobility Recovery

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Jump to It: What Is Plyometric Training?

Plyometrics are a demanding form of exercise, but they can add speed and power to your athletic endeavors.

By Fernando Pages Ruiz

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How to Breathe for Strength and Endurance Training

Use proper breathing to go longer, get stronger and give your workouts extra oomph.

By Fernando Pages Ruiz

Endurance Strength Training

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How to Properly Spot Someone at the Gym

Learn how working with a spotter can help you ratchet up the intensity of your free-weight routine.

By Fernando Pages Ruiz

Fitness Tips Strength Training

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Are You Making These Common Fitness Mistakes?

Learn how to avoid these common exercise slack-offs and improve your workouts.

By Fernando Pages Ruiz

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How to Pace Your Exercise to Optimize Your Metabolism

Eager to be leaner? Don't work harder (or wait longer) than you have to! Learn the art of heart-rate training for optimal fat loss.

By Fernando Pages Ruiz

Cardio Intervals & Circuit Training