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Q&A: Should I do Cardio or Strength Training First?

Question by Theresa (New York)
Posted on July 23, 2007
When going to the gym to do both cardio and strength training, does it matter which one I do first? I am overweight and should lose about 40 lbs. Can… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Muscle Fatigue from Heavy Lifting

Question by Alanna R. (Grand Rapids, MI)
Posted on July 17, 2007
My husband is a contractor and will be 47 years old this year, he installs doors and windows. He works alone and some of the doors he lifts can weigh… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: What is “core strength”?

Question by W. Adams
Posted on July 10, 2007
What is “core strength”? I have been hearing a lot about increasing your core strength to help alleviate back pain. I haven’t exercised in years and am beginning to notice… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Strength Training for Osteoporosis?

Question by Thomas F. (Avon, IN)
Posted on July 06, 2007
My wife has been diagnosed with osteoporosis and I have been reading that strength training is a good way to increase bone mineral density. What recommendations do you have for… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Can I continue my workout routine during pregnancy?

Question by Heather A.
Posted on July 02, 2007
I just found out that I am 8 weeks pregnant. I have been working out for several months and would like to continue my workouts, but I want to make… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Getting bored at the gym?

Question by ladybug43
Posted on May 12, 2007
I am almost to my goal weight, which has taken me almost 7 years to reach, but I have almost 200 pounds to lose. My question is since I spend… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: What is my target heart rate?

Question by pinwiz (Conover, NC)
Posted on May 07, 2007
I've started going to a gym, and wondered what my target heart rate should be. I tried the calculator y'all provide, but it says 85 - 120 beats per minute.… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Advice on an Elliptical Machine

Question by Cheryl (Chenoa, IL)
Posted on April 25, 2007
Since an accident 24yrs. ago, I have had to make exercise a lifetime committment. I would like to down size the pieces I have (recumbent cycle, small stepper, treadmill, rower)… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: What can I do to get better results?

Question by scparker80 (Louisburg)
Posted on April 19, 2007
I have lost about 40lbs, but my stomach is not flattening; I do 2 days of strenght training for about 1hr and it includes 15 minutes of abs. What can… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Exercising, but not losing weight--please help!

Question by Diane C. (Texas)
Posted on April 16, 2007
Yes, I exercise all the time, I'm not losing weight ... in fact I feel like I gain weight ... also my body b.o. smells like onions; sometimes I break… Read Full Q&A

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