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Q&A: What is Pilates?

Question by Rebecca T.
Posted on March 02, 2008
Hi Kristi. I'm looking into starting a new exercise program, and I've been hearing a lot about pilates, but I don't really know what it is. Can you please explain… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Can Exercise Prevent Disease?

Question by Shannon S.
Posted on February 24, 2008
Does regular exercise really help to prevent disease? If so, what's the best exercise to do? Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Weight Lifting Repetitions

Question by Rachel G.
Posted on February 20, 2008
When lifting weights and doing crunches, is it better to do fast or slow repetitions? And how many is enough to make a difference? Read Full Q&A

Q&A: At 60, am I too old to begin exercising?

Question by Frances R. (Michigan)
Posted on January 25, 2008
I just turned 60 years old and have never been very interested in exercise. However, I have been helping take care of my grandkids and notice that my stamina isn’t… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Tennis Conditioning

Question by Alan M. (Ohio)
Posted on November 21, 2007
I have been an avid tennis player for twenty years and have recently begun a strength training program. I have noticed that I am substantially stronger on my right side… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Circuit Training

Question by Ella G.
Posted on November 14, 2007
I have been active my whole life, but like most women my age, 47, my weight has steadily increased over the past five years. My doctor says that I am… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Exercising, Dieting, Not Losing Weight

Question by Anonymous
Posted on October 04, 2007
I am 54 years old and have been exercising for years and have not seen any results. I bike three times a week on my stationary bike and follow a… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: How do I get in shape for surfing?

Question by petey (Illinois)
Posted on September 24, 2007
I am getting ready to take a surfing trip this winter in Costa Rica. I live in the mid-west and have no opportunities to train in actual surfing conditions, but… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Losing Weight after Pregnancies

Question by Anonymous
Posted on September 17, 2007
I have struggled with my weight my entire life. Throughout high school and college, I participated in volleyball and basketball. At that time, I worked out all the time and… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Can additional training help my daughter’s fine motor skills?

Question by mom616 (Grand Rapids, MI)
Posted on September 10, 2007
My daughter just turned 13 years old and has never expressed an interest in sports and physical activity, but because of her social circle, she is now interested in playing… Read Full Q&A

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