In this Fitness After 50 article I share several of the significant health benefits — both physical & mental — that resistance exercise offers us older adults, beyond the strength & muscle-building gains we enjoy. I draw on the large and growing body of evidence from the sports performance and science communities that shows how […]

In this article I answer the question: Are we all born with a 6-pack of abs just waiting to happen? Or is it that all those fitness models (Photoshop & perfect lighting aside) just got the luck of the draw when Someone upstairs was handing out body parts? Compare them to the shirtless bodies of

Enjoy indoor cycling workouts at home In this article I share my my evaluations of 5 well-built & highly-regarded indoor cycling bikes that I product-tested, all built with smooth magnetic resistance. An indoor cycle is a great piece of low-impact cardio equipment, and if it’s built with magnetic resistance your bike will be whisper-quiet &

In this review article I share my evaluations after product testing several popular all-in-one exercise machines in various price ranges. Owning an all-in-one home gym that provides a full body workout is a convenient & effective way to lose weight and build muscle. I’ll get to the home gym reviews in a bit, but there’s

Simple science-backed tips to shed pounds quickly This article aims to provide several proven ideas that you can put to use immediately if you have committed to losing weight and want to get going now. Anyone putting the majority of these steps to work at once will start losing weight soon after embarking on their

5 protective workout equipment mats A well-made exercise equipment mat is a smart investment that can protect your floor & your favorite cardio machine from causing harm to one another.   If you’re in a hurry and don’t have time to read the full article, my top picks for the best exercise equipment mats for