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Spring Forward to Action 30-Day Challenge-Day 6: Strength Training

Welcome to day 6 of our 30-Day Challenge. Today we are going to utilize two exercises we have already performed on Day 2 and Day 4 of our challenge and a third one. These exercises are designed to strengthen the core of the body. Core training focuses on the trunk of the body, your abdominals, buttocks and back in order to help you perform your daily routines and exercises with strength. Developing core strengths helps you develop a fitter and trimmer body shape. It’s important to remember that muscle burns more calories and will increase the fat-burning of your daily … Continue reading →

What is My Target Heart Rate?

When it comes to our Spring Forward to Action challenge that is starting this weekend, you’re going to need to know what your target heart rate is. Understanding the target heart rate and how to determine it will help you with your exercise program, especially the cardio portions of it. According to the American College of Sports Medicine, your target heart rate zone is between 65% and 90% of your maximum heart rate. To calculate your target heart rate, then you need to follow these steps: Estimate your maximum heart rate by subtracting your age from 220 or have it … Continue reading →

Heart Rate Monitor – Yes or No?

The fitness is industry produces a lot of tools that stock aisle after aisle in the local and fitness stores. You can even buy yoga mats at the bookstore now. So what tools are good for what? Well, if you are exercising in order to increase weight-loss, then a heart-rate monitor is a great tool to have. With it, you can tell if you are burning fat, getting more aerobically fit and whether or not you are exercising too hard or too little. As you increase the intensity of your workout, your body will need more fuel and your heart … Continue reading →