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How to tone your body and have glowing skin for a wedding

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 22:27:06 GMT

Whether it's your friend's wedding or your own, it's so important to look drop dead gorgeous on the wedding day. If you're a bride or bridesmaid who's looking to firm up and look like a ravishing, glowing princess, then check out this video for great tips on how to work out with limited time and get your skin smooth and bright.

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How to do the bent over row back exercise correctly and safely

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 23:47:41 GMT

This is an easy exercise you can even do at home - all you need is a weight or dumbbell and a few chairs or similar low table to exercise on. This is a bit more challenging than a traditional exercise, but the results are worth it! Always keep your back straight.

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How to sculpt your chest with the hip dumbbell press

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 23:17:09 GMT

If you've ever injured your shoulder before, then you know that it takes a lot of time and rehabilitation before you can move it around again, let alone lift weights.

If you need a safe and effective chest press to complete, check out this video for how to do a hip dumbbell press.

This dumbbell press is shoulder friendly. For several types of shoulder problems, this is the only chest exercise y

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How to work out with weights without injuring your lower back

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 23:09:26 GMT

Whenever you work out, you put yourself at risk of injury. Of course, that doesn't mean you should stop your wonderful jump lunges and push ups; it's just that you should be careful when doing certain moves so you don't injure yourself and prevent yourself from working out for a while.

Check out this fitness advice video to learn how to work out with weights without injuring your lower back.

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How to do the "Wolverine" workout to get a wickedly sculpted body

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 23:04:58 GMT

Hugh Jackman is obviously a big, built man to begin with. But in order to play his recurring role as Wolverine in the "X-Men" series, and later on in his own movie, you can bet he hit the gym like there was no tomorrow.

If you want the kind of body ladies melt into a puddle for, check out this video series to learn how to do the "Wolverine" workout.

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How to complete a "300" Spartan workout routine to burn fat

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 22:59:17 GMT

When it comes to burning fat and muscle building, we're not going to lie to you: No pain, no gain. So if you've committed yourself to toning your family pack and achieving firm muscles instead of chunky flab this new year, check out this fitness video for a quick routine that burns fat.

This routine is based on the workout that the actors did to get in shape for "300."

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How to complete a "300" advanced Spartan workout routine

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 22:56:01 GMT

Want to look like a Spartan - or, at least the "300" version of a Spartan? Then look no further than this fun and intense video. Using a few pieces of gym equipment and your own body weight, you'll pull, jump, and push your way to a lean, mean body.

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How to complete the muscle-ramping Spartan "300" workout at the gym

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 22:54:36 GMT

It may not be Sparta in your living room or gym, but you can certainly look like a Spartan - at least the "300" version of a Spartan - by completing this intense, sweat-until-you-drop exercise routine.

Take a look at this video to learn a muscle-ramping sequence that'll take your muscles from wimpy to seriously smexy.

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How to do a MMA fighter body sculpting exercise routine

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 22:49:53 GMT

Even the worst, most crappy MMA fighters have a body so lean and muscular you could probably bounce quarters off of it. So whether you're gearing up to be an MMA fighter - or simple want the body of one - this video will teach you all you need to shape up.

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How to complete a celebrity and sports athelete training routine

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 22:47:52 GMT

What's the best and easiest way to get those perfectly chiseled abs and strong, lean arms that you see on celebrities and sports atheletes? By working with their trainer, of course.

Take a gander at this fitness tutorial to see how to complete a training routine from a personal trainer who's worked with celebrity clients.

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How to complete a quick three-minute workout for busy people

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 22:45:32 GMT

You don't need to go it like Jillian Michaels and sweat until you pass out for two hours every day. In fact, few of us - excluding celebrities whose bodies are their money - have the time or strength to put up with such a horrid schedule.

But the great thing is you don't have to work yourself thin - literally - to get thin. Just check out this video for a quick 3-minute workout for busy people.

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How to give your abdominal muscles a killer rollback work out

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 17:57:34 GMT

Looking to develop a six pack? This is the tutorial for you! The video demonstrates the rollback work out, that will focus on the muscles in your abs. It's a great place for beginners to start, though always talk to your doctor about starting a new exercise regimen.

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How to master the Crow pose when you're studying yoga

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 01:13:01 GMT

This video demonstrates the proper crow posture for yoga students. One of the pitfalls of this pose is a lack of stability, and your teacher shows you a few tips in placing your knees and arms to increase your balance.

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How to practice a variation of the backbend posture for yoga

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 01:12:56 GMT

This tutorial gives you a variation on the basic backbend for yoga. Always make sure you are breathing properly when practicing this movement. Also make sure to keep your hips square and relatively motionless while moving your legs in this pose.

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How to improve your yoga by getting better sleep each night

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 01:12:51 GMT

One way to improve your yoga (and your overall health) is to make sure you are getting an appropriate amount of sleep each night. This video gives you some tips to relieve stress and relax your mind and body to ensure pleasant, restful sleep

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How to increase your flexibility by practicing yoga backbends

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 01:12:46 GMT

This mini class shows you how to correctly perform the backbend in yoga, which helps you restore the natural curves in your spine. It also helps energize you. Always make sure your breathing is slow and measured, and don't overextend your muscles.

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How to learn how to perform the advanced headstand pose in yoga

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 01:12:40 GMT

This pose is only for people who are advanced practitioners of yoga, and should not be done by anyone who has a chronic neck injury. If you feel confident in your yoga skills, watch this video and learn how to do the headstand pose.

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How to practice some good stretches to warm up for yoga

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 01:12:34 GMT

Before practicing yoga, it's always a good idea to stretch so you can limber up. This video shows you some good stretches anyone can do, that will stretch out the muscles you'll need for your yoga workout. Be careful not to pull any muscles!

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How to master the camel pose when practicing yoa

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 01:12:28 GMT

The camel pose will open up your throat, increase the blood flow into your brain and aid in your digestion. Make sure you have stretched adequately before attempting this pose, and pay attention to your breathing to make sure you are inhaling and exhaling at the right times.

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How to master the basic breathing exercises for practicing yoga

Thu, 30 Dec 2010 00:53:28 GMT

The key to being able to perform yoga properly is in the breath. This tutorial shows you how to get started on breathing the yogic way. Use your entire lung capacity to take slow, measured breaths and focus on your diaphragm.

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How to practice the proper Vinyasa flow and open up your hips

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 01:03:07 GMT

The Vinyasa flow is a short exercise you can use to limber up your body, as well as open your hips. It starts with a rotating triange and then slowly transitions into a forward bend. Make sure to pay attention to your breathing techniques!

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How to use the Siberian sequence to warm up for yoga

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 01:03:00 GMT

This is a quick technique you can use to warm up for your regular yoga workout. Taken from a Siberian yogi, this is an ideal warmup to use if you don't have a whole lot of time for an extensive workout.

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How to use a Swiss ball to execute a preacher curl when working out

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 01:02:48 GMT

A Swiss ball is a large inflatable ball you can use to brace against while working out. This tutorial shows you how to use one to do the preacher curl exercises, which are a great way to work out your arm muscles.

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How to work out your deltoids and triceps with the Arnold Press exercise

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 01:02:41 GMT

This tutorial shows you how to correctly and safety execute the Arnold Press technique. The Arnold Press is ideal for working out both your deltoids and triceps. Start with a lower weight and work your way up as you get better.

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How to work out your triceps brachii using an extension exercise

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 01:02:36 GMT

This excercise is not for beginners - only try this if you have a spotter nearby. You will need a bench to support your back, and a pair of dumbbells to perform this properly (make sure your dumbbells are calibrated for you).

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How to excerise your tricpes by using the kickback technique

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 01:02:32 GMT

Getting muscular arms isn't just about working out the bicep - don't forget to focus a little on your triceps, too! This is a quick video showing you how to correctly execute the tricep kickback using a dumbbell and exercise bench.

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How to workout your bicep muscles with standing curls

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 01:02:26 GMT

This is a great exercise for people who are just starting a weight lifting regimen, as it also teaches balance and control. Always make sure you're only lifting within your limits when working out with weights - an injury won't help anyone get stronger.

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How to work out your oblique muscles with a Russian twist

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 01:02:22 GMT

This is a simple exercise, great for beginners. You can even do this at home, no gym membership required! It's called the Russian twist, and it focuses on working out your oblique muscles, which can sometimes be neglected by traditional workout regimens.

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How to gain weight appropriate for building muscle

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 01:02:18 GMT

The key to gaining muscle weight is in eating properly. Don't just eat whatever - pay close attention to your diet and focus on protein-rich food while avoiding refined sugar and simple carbohydrates. Then, work out an effective weight lifting regimen. Always consult a doctor before you make any major changes to your diet or exercise plan!

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How to do the shoulder stand exercise in yoga

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 22:37:45 GMT

Ready to stretch out and relax? Yoga will help you out. Yoga's been known to help with flexibility and health. This is a perfect exercise to start out with. Watch this video to learn how to do a basic shoulder stand.

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How to do a simple arm workout for women to tone biceps and triceps

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 00:54:34 GMT

Without a doubt the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show airing tonight is going to inspire lots of women to get off of their rear end and start sweating and toning for the holiday party season. No pain, no gain, right?

If you need your biceps and triceps to look Michelle Obama worthy this holiday, check out this video to learn an easy arm workout.

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How to complete a three minute ab workout for tight, sculpted abs

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 21:22:25 GMT

Many people go about spot fat removal wrong. First of all, there is no such thing as spot fat removal. It's impossible to get rid of fat in just one area, so if you want to make your abs flat and toned but there's too much flab covering it at the moment, you need to do lots of cardio to burn off the fat and strength training so that once your fat slides off your muscles are visible.

Of course, f

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How to complete dragon flags to strengthen and tone your core

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 21:17:00 GMT

If you want a tight, lean stomach and obliques so sculpted you'd make Jillian Michaels jealous, then the only way to get what you want is to complete alternating days of cardio with strength training.

If flabby abs are your biggest problem, make sure to do intense bursts of exercises that target this area. Check out this video to learn how to complete dragon flags, a very difficult but effective

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How to strengthen your arms with triceps extension exercises using dumbbells

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 21:05:16 GMT

Strengthening your arms takes determination and effort, and one surefire way to get there is by working out your triceps. Triceps extensions are the perfect exercise for those of you with dumbbells at home. It's a great workout to get those dreamy arms and is a basic exercise that isolates the triceps. After doing a couple sets you may start to feel the burn! Lift safety!

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How to perform a concentration side bicep curl with dumbbells

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 20:57:19 GMT

One way to improve your arm strength and work out your bicep muscles is with curl exercises. All you need are some dumbbells and some time. This video shows you an alternative curl routine called the side curl, which is a type of concentration curl. It begins at the side, then you curl the weights in toward your chest.

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How to complete a yoga sequence to relieve high heel fatigue

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 22:29:08 GMT

Wear high heels on a regular basis? Then you're probably as familiar with Christian Louboutin as you are with intense heel and arch pain.

High heels mess up the alignment of your entire body and put a lot of pressure on your calves, so it's not surprising they cause so much pain. Check out this video to learn how to complete a yoga sequence designed to relieve high heel fatigue.

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How to complete a pre-Thanksgiving yoga sequence to firm your tummy

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 21:54:15 GMT

Thanksgiving is only a few days away. While you might have already stocked up on your chicken broth and loaded up on the pumpkin pie ingredients, there may be one aspect of the holiday you're forgetting: Namely, yourself.

All that grubbing on Turkey Day will in turn make YOU the stuffed bird by the end of the night. Studies have found that a woman typically consumes about 4,000 to 5,000 calories

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How to complete an exercise sequence for thinner thighs and a tighter butt

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 21:50:02 GMT

The holiday season means copious amounts of parties and food. Which is great...until you realize that you still need to look fabulous in that slinky red cocktail dress at a New Year's party.

Keep your tummy and butt in perfect condition by training with the exercises presented in this video. Combining weights with forward lunges, these exercises will slim and strengthen so you won't feel guilty

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How to complete a push through upper ab exercise

Sat, 20 Nov 2010 00:59:21 GMT

Push throughs are essentially modified crunches. Rather than crunching upwards with your hands at your sides, you pull your hands together and through your two legs for extra upper abdominal work.

You can buy many Ab benches, you can buy products to burn fat, you can do the diet and try to lose weight... But we recommend the old school method: Work hard and you'll see reults.

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How to perform a strong, firm handstand in vinyasa yoga

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 20:17:17 GMT

Handstands are hard to do in general, whether you're a yoga veteran or a little tyke trying to impress his friends in P.E. Yoga junkies, however, possess a much butter control of the muscles that hold a handstand in place, including the core and arms.

If you need help getting into a handstand gracefully, check out this vinyasa yoga video to learn how.

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How to complete simple vinyasa yoga stretches to improve flexibility

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 20:09:03 GMT

When it comes to yoga, none other than Gumby himself should be your flexi hero. Unlike the rest of us, who suffer from stiff joints, lack of flexibility, and aches in our muscles, Gumby is like a human (or toy?) pretzel, able to contort his way out of any stressful situation.

Check uot this video for a vinyasa yoga stretch series that'll help relieve those aching joints.

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How to complete vinyasa yoga ninja salutations with Sadie Nardini

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 23:21:23 GMT

Are you familiar with the sun salutation? If so, then you can amp up your body toning and calorie burning power by completing this series of "ninja" salutations with Sadie Nardini.

Composed of chatarangas mixed with down dogs and delicate balancing poses, these ninja salutations are a challenge but excellent for your posture.

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How to dress warmly and keep your feet dry for safe winter running

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 20:43:13 GMT

Are you determined to go running every single day? Even during the winter? If the snow and cold can't deter you, you might as well learn how to run safely in the winter months. It's all about how you dress. Dressing warmly is the key to having safe jog. Here are some tips from the members of the morning run club at [http://clubs.lifetimefitness.com/St-Louis-Park/11256/ St. Louis Park Lifetime Fitn

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How to perform perfect shoulder shrug weight exercises for gigantic trapezius muscles

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 19:43:55 GMT

If you're looking to improve your shoulder muscles from Screech-ability to Brock Lesnar quality, then you're going to have to go to the gym. Actually, if you have some dumbbell weights, you can do these shoulder exercise at home. They're called shoulder shrugs, a classic shoulder routine that's great for a pr

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How to tone your entire core with an exercise ball move

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 22:44:54 GMT

No pain, no gain. Well, at least when it comes to toning your flab and revealing those hard six-pack abs that have been hiding under all that stuffing you got from last winter's holiday revelry.

If you're really committed to losing that extra amount of chub on your belly, take a look at this fitness video to learn how to complete an ab exercise with an exercise ball.

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How to complete a detoxifying vinyasa yoga sequence with Sadie Nardini

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 22:40:20 GMT

When you think detox, you probably imagine lithe, bony starlets sipping on vegetable juice or lemon water with cayenne pepper. While removing junk from your diet is a common form of detox, you can also remove toxins and cleanse your body by doing exercise.

And, as it goes, some forms of exercise are better than others for your body and soul. Check out this video to learn how to complete a detoxif

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How to lose fat instead of muscle by avoiding the Twinkie diet

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 22:36:12 GMT

The Twinkie diet is about as ridiculous as the cookie diet. While proponents of the diet say that as long as you eat fewer calories than you burn off, you'll lose weight, they forget to mention that you're losing muscle as well as fat.

If you don't exercise or eat healthily, your body will eat up all that lean, fat-burning muscle, making you a weak, wobbly skinny thing.

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How to do the Heavy A Prowler move to strengthen your legs and core

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 22:30:20 GMT

Want to tone every muscle of your body at the same time while building strength that's so crucial for performing well as an athelete? Then the Heavy A Prowler move is exactly what you need to add to your workout regimen.

The move consists of pressing forward on a A-shape formation of dumbbells. The move increases muscular density in your legs and core.

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How to release built up tension

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 17:33:00 GMT

This video explains how to release built up tension using De-stress styled Yoga. This type of Yoga requires you sit on your legs while sitting up straight. Taking deep breaths is the first step to begin releasing tension using Yoga. While taking deep breaths you must turn your torso very slowly from left to right. While keeping your legs planted on the ground, stretch your arms forward until the t

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How to do standing triceps kickbacks to increase arm circumference

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 20:10:10 GMT

Want beautiful, bold arms that look like perfection underneath bicep-broadcasting shirts? Then these triceps kickbacks are the exercise you should do to get hard armed results.

Check out the video to learn how to complete standing triceps kickbacks that make your arm strong and thick.

Triceps kickbacks are a great exercise to increase arm circumference. It is particularly important when doing t

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How to do the dumbbell bench press to tone the pectorals

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 20:06:37 GMT

You know how the Incredible Hulk has those firm, hard, rippling muscles that they explode out of his clothing? You can achieve something similar (sort of) by doing bench presses.

Check out this fitness video to learn how to complete dumbbell presses, which strengthen and tone the entire pectoral area.

A great way to increase the pectoralis (chest) muscles. The traditional bench press is a great

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How to do Diamond push ups to tone and strengthen triceps

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 20:03:07 GMT

Nothing comes for free in this life, and this saying is especially true when it comes to hot, lean bodies. Celebrities may seem genetically gifted (and they are, to a point), but they too have to train several hours each day at the gym to maintain their screen-worthy bods.

Check out this video to learn how to do Diamond push ups, which are great exercises for your triceps.

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How to work out your lower abs and eliminate that FUPA

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 21:50:04 GMT

Eliminate the FUPA from your body! This fitness video will show you the cure to that nasty "Fat Upper Pubic Area" that most woman have trouble with. That belly flab is a no-go, so start using this abs workout to begin exercising your abdominal area and feeling great again. You don't need to go the gym for this exercise routine… you just need some motivation and a workout ball

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How to do the hastauttanasana (Hand raising pose)

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 21:07:03 GMT

Want to increase your flexibility, tone your back and core, AND relieve stress all at once? It sounds nothing short of a miracle, but with a good yoga practice you can have all three at the same time.

Start with this yoga pose, the hastauttanasana, or hand raising pose.

Hastauttanasana is the simple extension of pranamasana or prayer pose. Here you raise your folded hands from before your chest

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How to do the pada hastasana (hand to foot pose)

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 20:53:53 GMT

Want to freak your friends out by walking around looking like a human pretzel? Twist and bend your way to yogi bliss by doing this hand to toe pose, also known as a pada hastasana.

Hand to Foot Pose or Pada Hastasana is a variation of the Mountain Pose. The Hand to Foot pose increases vitality and is good for weight management.

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How to do the sirsha angushtha yogasana (head to toe pose)

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 20:49:25 GMT

The sirsha angushtha yogasana sounds pretty simple - it's a bending forward pose - but it's actually among the more intermediate yoga poses you can try. In a sort of lunge position, you clasp your arms behind you and bend forward as much as you can, until your head hits the floor if possible.

Head to Toe Pose or Sirsha Angushtha Yogasana is a forward bending yoga pose. It improves the flexibility

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How to do an intermediate chest sculpting workout

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 20:37:43 GMT

Getting pectorals that ripple and bulge beneath shirts and arms that broadcast from sleeves requires a bit of work on your part (duh). That's where this video comes in.

If you're serious about toning your upper body - especially your chest, shoulders, and arms - then check out this video to learn how to do a sequence of chest sculpting exercises.

Chest Workout Level 2 was designed to provide an

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How to do a whole body vinyasa yoga sculpting sequence

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 20:33:53 GMT

People who have never done yoga before think of it as a kind of phony exercise for crunchy granola hippie types where all you do is sit on your butt in the lotus pose and say "Ohm."

But there are many types of yoga, including vinyasa, which incorporates body sculpting and cardio into the routine. Check out this video for a very fast-paced vinyasa yoga sequence that sculpts the whole body.

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How to get muscular, flat abs by doing an ab blast once a week

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 20:28:08 GMT

How you work out your abs determines how they'll appear in the long run. Not only are the type of ab exercises you do important, but also the frequency with which you do them.

If you want lean abs without the hulking six pack then working on two sets of crunches almost daily is the way to go. But to get those muscle builder abs, you have to blast them on one day and then let them rest for the re

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How to do a resistance band warm up to prep for strength training

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 20:18:25 GMT

Contrary to popular belief, you don't need a whole room of exercise equipment or a gym to get in a good workout or warm up. In fact, for the most part all you need to lengthen and tone is a resistance band and your own weight.

Learn how to warm up for exercise at home! This dynamic warm up is perfect before any strength training workout. This fitness video features Stephen Cabral and Sarah Dussau

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How to do dip exercises to workout your triceps and pectoral muscles

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 00:34:35 GMT

Dips are great exercises, in or out of the gym, and are easily done. They're the perfect exercise for working out your triceps brachii and pectoralis muscles. This also works out a secondary muscle— the deltoids. THe beginner to intermediate exercise is a great way to work all three muscles. All you need to do this exercise is the vertical knee raise towers which most gyms have. For those who are

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How to perform traditional pushups to develop your chest muscles

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 00:28:37 GMT

Everyone knows how to do a pushup, but truthfully, not everyone knows how to do a pushup correctly. Traditional pushups are a great way to tone your chest muscles, and it's the most basic form of the bench press. If you're looking to develop your chest muscles, you need to work them right, and this video will show you the proper technique for pushups.

Level: Beginner
Muscles: Pectoralis, Triceps

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How to do bicycle kicks to work the obliques and rectus abdominus

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 19:58:18 GMT

Want to turn your family pack into a six pack fast? Whether you're running low on time or you just want to get in shape fast, doing bicycle kicks has been proven by studies to be the most effective toning abdominal exercise.

Bicycle kicks involve twisting up to one side while extending the opposite leg out. This move tones the obliques and the rectus abdominus (the entire abdominal area).

Step

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How to do the ab twist to tone the obliques

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 19:52:41 GMT

The truth is, it's not about how many repititions of an exercise you do; it's about how well you hold the form and what kind of exercise you do. Heck, you could probably do 1,000 sit ups a day and still have some extra flab on your belly. That's because sit ups only tone the upper portion of your core, making the rest liable to grow chub.

Check out this video to learn how to do ab twists, a move

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How to prevent and treat shin splints

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 19:48:50 GMT

If you're a habitual runner, then more likely than not you've had a case of shin splints before. And, more likely than not, your shin splints sucked and prevented you from running for a while. Shin splints occur to the best of us, but there are measures you can take to prevent them.

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How to do the Golden Egg yoga posture to energize and improve digestion

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 19:43:27 GMT

The Golden Egg is perhaps more of a state of mind than a posture in yoga. The Golden Egg involves sustaining and concentrating your core strength, creating what Sadie Nardini calls an "abdominal balloon."

The Golden Egg is a crucial Core Strength teaching, including the deeper core musculature of the pelvic diaphragm (not the pelvic floor!), breathing, support for the spine, and how to simply tea

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How to do slosh sled dragging for athletes to develop your core and upper back

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 19:37:18 GMT

Slosh sled dragging is, as you may guess, dragging a weight. Like dragging a sleigh with your brother sitting on it during the winter, slosh sled dragging operates on the same principle of pull and, well, pull.

Check out this video to learn how to perform slosh sled dragging for athletes. Pulling a weight tied to a rope that's then tied to a tire will build your core and upper body strength.

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How to complete a fat burning core strength vinyasa yoga routine

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 20:59:20 GMT

Got an extra thirty minutes today? Cut out that extra episode of "The Big Bang Theory" and give your body and metabolism a treat by completing a high intensity yoga routine.

Check out this four-part series of videos to learn how to do a sequence of asanas (yoga poses) designed to build core strength and tone your entire body.

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How to get rid of your love handles

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 11:09:00 GMT

In this tutorial we learn how to get rid of your love handles. The simple answer is that there is no ab exercise that is going to burn love handles. The key is that you are looking to burn the maximum amount of calories. The abs are very small muscles, sit ups aren't going to get rid of your love handles. You must do workouts that incorporate your whole body and muscle mass so you burn the most am

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How to stretch your IT band and glutes

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 09:09:02 GMT

In this video, we learn how to stretch your IT band and glutes. A foam roller will help you stretch your IT band, which is on the side of the thigh. Start off by massaging the area on the roller, moving your body across it. Simply put this at your hip and then put the other legs on the floor. Use one arm to support you on the floor, then allow your leg to roll you across the foam. When you get a p

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How to doa fat burning athlete workout

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 06:36:00 GMT

In this tutorial, we learn how to do a fat burning athlete workout. Start out by doing a dumbbell hang cleans. Do this by standing up with your arms at your sides, standing tall. Feet should be apart, then squat down bringing the toes up. After this, you will bring the weights to the shoulders. Another exercise is the full Turkish get-up with chest press. Do this by laying on the floor and bringin

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How to perform interval cardio and sprint properly

Sun, 31 Oct 2010 16:54:00 GMT

In this tutorial, we learn how to perform interval cardio and sprint properly. When you do intervals, you will get your heart rate up and be on your way to getting a great exercise. As you do intervals, you will start off by doing quick sprints on the treadmill. Do this for around 30 seconds and then start to walk quickly for another 20 seconds. Continue to do these intervals and then the rests. S

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How to wake up relaxed with tension releasing yoga poses

Sun, 31 Oct 2010 14:57:00 GMT

In this video, we learn how to wake up relaxed with tension releasing yoga poses. First, stand on the edge of your mat and raise your arms straight into the air. Stretch on both sides of the body, breathing deep and then press all the way up to the ceiling. Bring your hands to your lower back and then bend your knees and let your head hang heavy. Let any tension go, then reach your right arm and o

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How to burn fat with this weight loss workout

Sun, 31 Oct 2010 10:09:00 GMT

In this tutorial, we learn how to burn fat with this weight loss workout. Do you need to lose weight but just don't have the time to do it? It can be done with minimal time everyday! Just get an exercise ball and get to work! Use this ball to do different exercises with the different parts of your body. After you do this, you will feel the stretch all over, because you are working new parts of you

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How to do interval training to run faster

Sun, 31 Oct 2010 06:45:00 GMT

In this video, we learn how to do interval training to run faster. When you do interval training, you will learn how to train your body to go to its maximum, giving you more energy and resistance to running faster. Interval training is simply doing a set time of maximum endurance exercises followed by several seconds of resting. You will continue this process for around 5 minutes and you're finish

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How to elevate your metabolism with kettlebell swing workouts

Sat, 30 Oct 2010 16:03:00 GMT

In this tutorial, we learn how to elevate your metabolism with kettlebell swing workouts. What you will do is a kettlebell swing. You will do twenty seconds of movement followed by ten seconds of rest. Repeat this for a total of eight rounds. This will elevate your metabolism for up for 31 hours. First, elevate your knees and stretch your hamstrings and glutes. Swing up using your glutes to thrust

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How to train for a 5k running marathon

Sat, 30 Oct 2010 07:12:00 GMT

In this tutorial, we learn how to train for a 5k. First, you need to make a list of why you are going to run to keep you motivated. Set up your seven day plan ahead of time so you have enough time to get ready. Set up one day as a tempo day where you increase and decrease your speed. Another day can be a day where you sprint. You will also need an active recovery day where you do a nice slow jog.

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How to change up a man's fitness routine to build stength and avoid boredom

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 20:57:11 GMT

Do you do the same workout every day? Does it drive you mad with boredom and not produce the results your want on your body? Watch thjis video to learn about some easy ways you can change up your workout to make it more exciting and productive.

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How to complete a relaxing yoga routine to help you sleep

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 22:20:08 GMT

Saying that people have too much stress these days is an understatement. With Twitter, Facebook, and a variety of electronic gadgets occupying our time, there's hardly room to breathe or to relax. This means that more and more of us are finding it difficult to fall asleep.

One of the greatest benefits of yoga is how it calms the body and releases stress. If you're not falling asleep as easily as

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How to differentiate shiva kicks and shakti kicks and build upper arm strength

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 22:13:46 GMT

The shakti principle of yoga is that of movement and dynamism. When applied to actual yoga practice, this moves movement in a pose and out of a pose. Meanwhile, the shiva principle is that of stability and static nature. Both are very important to any yoga practice and can help strengthen your body.

Learn two moves (shiva kicks and shakti kicks) that will turbo-boost your yoga practice and upper

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How to do GHR extreme training with back elevated to tone hamstrings

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 22:06:26 GMT

Let's begin by saying this exercise isn't for sissies. If you're willing to work hard and do these moves repeatedly for the next few weeks (and eventually, months) then you WILL get results, guaranteed.

Check out this body sculpting video to see how to complete GHR extreme training hamstring exercises with your back elevated.

In this video you'll see how a simple modification can exponentially i

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How to do a seated barbell calf raise to tone your thighs and calves

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 21:44:20 GMT

Too lazy to even stand up to exercise today? No problemo, because you can complete an entire circuit of exercises without ever leaving your chair!

Take a look at this fitness video for the how-to on doing seated barbell calf raises. All it requires is that you sit on a flat, stable surface, place a set of weights on top of your quadriceps, and slowly lift your heels up and down.

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How to do yoga arm binds in standing yoga poses

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 22:06:29 GMT

Yoga arm binds are part of what make seasoned yogis look like walking pretzels. Arm binds add difficulty to any yoga pose, testing your flexibility and balance. For this reason, many people find it hard to hold a standing pose with an arm bind, let alone get to an arm bind position.

Check out this yoga video by Sadie Nardini to learn a simple tip to help you get your arm bind in your standing yo

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How to tone your butt with lying down hip raisers

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 20:50:03 GMT

You don't need a pricy gym membership or a personal trainer to achieve a celebrity-worthy body. In fact, all you really need to tone up at home is a yoga mat, a few good exercise videos, and some weights. After all, your own body is often more than enough to act as its own resistance during workouts.

If you want to firm up your rear, including the butt and thighs, check out this video for a serie

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How to complete reverse barbel curls to tone the biceps

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 18:49:41 GMT

Reverse barbell curls are exactly what they sound like: Doing normal barbell curls in the reverse, with your fingers gripped over the bar rather than under. Doing these curls will really build the heat in your biceps, increasing muscular density.

Reverse Barbell Curls is a variant of the classic "curls". Using reverse grip you activate additional areas of biceps muscles.

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How To Get Fit And Cut Fast

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 19:38:08 GMT

This won't be a fancy video or have crazy photos of before and after. I'm not insanely buff nor do I use supplements/drugs to stay fit. Just have a look at my photo and decide if that's how you want to look. As the title suggests, you don't need to use a gym, you don't need a new diet or any kind of supplements (although a sensible intake of food is really good for you anyway).

By sensible intake of food I just mean don't overeat (but if you are hungry GO FOR IT!!!) but try not to eat fried foods, too rice/noodles and TRY not to drink soft drinks (TRY being the key word; it's ok to have 2-3 a week but not ok to have 15 a week).

Get fit and cut

Well it's simple. You will need 2 chairs, a good pair of jogging shoes and a light pair of weights (if you don't have weights you can get some 2 liter bottles and fill them with water).

Every morning right after you wake up (don't eat just yet):

Step 1 Do 10 push ups.

Step 2 Stretch your legs (splits, lunges, etc.)

Step 3 Do 10 sit-ups.

Step 4 Curl your weights or your water bottles.

You want to aim for 100 curls in one go. This will help get your arms to expand due to compensation for the extreme blood flow into the arms. Try and go as fast as you can.

Step 5 Do another 10 push-ups.

Step 6 Do 20 more sit-ups.

After a few days this routine should take you 15 minutes or so. Following the rising routine, set out a path to jog on. You want 3 kms (it’s a good number). This should take 20-25 mins to run. Don't feel bad if you have to stop to catch your breath. The important thing is you finish these 3kms, and run it as much as you can. Once you get used to it you can start doing interval training on this:

5 seconds of rest
20 second jog
10 second sprint

Once you start interval training, the fat will start melting off.

Improve definition in your arms.

Have your chairs them facing each other so you can sit on one and rest your feet on the other. Carefully move your body so it suspends between the chairs. Do dips (20 a day should be great); this will help improve the tone in the triceps. Make sure you go down enough that your arm cannot bend anymore.

Once you get used to the routine it will only take you 45 mins each day. Or you can split it up with:

Weights/pushups/sit-ups one day
Jogging every other day.

Make sure you push yourself to do this every day, and within 2 weeks you will find you are way more toned and a lot fitter. After 2 weeks you will find that you actually want to keep your exercise routine. So don't worry after 2 weeks you will be motivated to keep up your fitness routine.

Just to give you an idea of what it was like for me, I started this routine on a Monday. On Tuesday morning I was sore and did not want to get up. On Wednesday I felt the same, and the next Monday I woke up naturally and started the exercises without even thinking of it. By the end of that week I noticed my body was a lot tighter and there was less fat. After 4 weeks I could not see any signs of a double chin and at the end of 6 weeks my arms had a lot of tone. After 8 weeks my abdominal muscles emerged (there was still fat over them but they were making the fat move out where they were). And at 9 weeks my arms are incredibly toned and my body is very V shaped compared to how I was before. The photo was taken in week 6 of my exercise routine. Right now I can run 3.5 kms in 13 minutes (try it - after 6 weeks this should be really easy, it’s unimaginable right now but give it time!)

For those who really want to torture themselves and want a 6 pack: When jogging pick an uphill route near the start of your run. This will really burn the fat.

And remember DO THIS BEFORE BREAKFAST because when you wake your body is running on your fat stores, without food going in. Exercising will burn off fat straight away!

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How to build muscle with a cross-training exercise routine

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 23:09:13 GMT

In this brief health-minded video tutorial from ICYou, we learn about the benefits and strength-building potential of the cross-training exercise method. For details, and to get started creating and following your own custom cross-training exercise routine, watch this free video guide.

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How to appreciate the importance of air quality when exercising outdoors

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 23:03:02 GMT

In this brief health-minded video tutorial from ICYou, we learn about the dangers of exercising when air quality poor. For details, and to get started learning more about the often-neglected importance of general air quality when exercising, take a look.

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How to jump burpees to tone your quads and legs

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 21:21:06 GMT

Take it from people who have done jump burpees before: These exercises, though they look easy, are some of the hardest you will ever do in a cardio routine since they are extremely aerobic.

"Jump Burpees" is an advanced version of the classic burpee. In this version of the exercise, a jump is added at the end of the movement, making the burpee even more complete by adding legs, and in particular

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How to distinguish between the bench press, incline press, and military press

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 21:15:31 GMT

When it comes to weights and lifting them, often people slack off or just forget about form because it's easy to do so. Additionally, it gets a little hard to think about sitting up straighter and rolling your shoulders down when you have a 100 pound weight above your head.

Often people are not doing the exercise they think they are because of poor form. As such, weight lifters will commonly do a

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How to complete a short energizing yoga routine with Tara Stiles

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 21:11:32 GMT

People who have never done yoga before often mistakingly think that yoga is simply stretching, and that there's only one kind of yoga. But yoga is so much more than making your body all Gumby-like. There are many different disciplines of yoga, each designed with a different goal in mind (vinyasa, or power yoga, is about working up a sweat through fast yoga flow, while hatha yoga is about meditatio

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How to perform warmup stretches for children's sports and activities

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 19:52:36 GMT

If your children are actively involved in things like gymnastics, cheerleading and dance, then they'll be dealing with a lot of rigorous movement, so stretching is key to prevent injuries. This video will show kids how they can do some great warmup stretches to increase flexibility for trampoline, gymnastics, dance, cheerleading, skating, ballet, tumbling and other children's sports.

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