Fitness Channel Archive
Gyrotonic: Fitness That's Fun!
If you like yoga, dance, swimming or Pilates, you'll love Gyrotonic. Utilizing circular, spiraling, undulating movements, Gyrotonic feels so good it's hard to call it a workout!
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Work Out Like the Pros
What do fitness experts do for exercise? We asked five exercise gurus to reveal their favorite way to work out. Find out how you can get fit like the pros!
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Do Exercise Machines Lie?
How many calories did you burn during your workout today? If you're relying on the readout from your exercise machine, think again. When it comes to calorie-burning counts, experts are discovering exercise machines don't always tell the truth. Read on!
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Tai Chi: Ancient Chinese Secret to Health and Well-being
With millions of people practicing it every day, tai chi chuan is one of the most popular exercises in the world. Find out how this ancient Chinese martial art can improve your health, lift your spirits and reduce stress.
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Are You Fit or Fat?
Are body fat tests and formulas truly accurate? We'll tell you the best ways to figure out if you're fit or fat.
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Aerobics in Disguise
Hate to exercise? We'll tell you how to rev up your heart rate and work up a sweat without feeling like you're "working out."
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Can Video Games Count as Exercise?
Are the new "active" video games just as good as real exercise, and can they help keep the whole family fit?
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Workout With Your Other Half
Should your spouse be your exercise buddy? Find out why working out with your partner can strengthen both your health and your marriage.
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How About Those New Year's Resolutions?
You resolved to get fit while sipping bubbly on New Year's Eve. But now you've lost steam. Here's how to get back on track and keep those resolutions all year long.
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Are You Getting Enough Exercise?
Less than half of all Americans get enough physical activity. Take our quiz to find out how you rate, and learn what you need to do to stay healthy.
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Walk the Nordic Way
If you haven't heard of Nordic walking yet, you will. Find out how adding two poles to your stroll can help you burn more calories and up your aerobic intensity.
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I always carry a bag of almonds or carrots to snack on, instead of grabbing for the potato chips in the vending machine. Healthy, convenient a saves $!
Barbara Meyers
Geneva, IL
“I Did It!”
Have you recently improved the quality of your life -- or the life of a family member -- in a healthy way?
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Recipe
Perfect Pumpkin Pie
Pumpkin pie is the ubiquitous holiday-time dessert, so isn't it great to know it's also packed with good-for-you nutrients?
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Is food still safe to eat after the "sell by" date has passed?
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Which aspect of staying healthy is the most difficult for you?
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