Staying active will help you look and feel better. Here you’ll find the latest news on fitness trends, exercise and sports along with professional advice and tips from Activebeat’s own set of fitness experts.
You don’t have to have a fancy backyard pool or live by the ocean to get the benefits of swimming. There are many recreational centers that offer low-cost swimming memberships or pay-as-you-go options. Here are seven reasons to choose swimming as a way to get fit.
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The plank can also be considered an exercise that engages multiple muscles—including the shoulders, triceps, biceps, forearms, back, hammies, and even the glutes—if you choose to mix these plank variations into your workout routine.
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There are times when you should consciously skip a workout with good reason, like when the decision to exercise vs. skip a day might make the difference between a serious illness or injury. Here are 6 reasons to skip the gym today.
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We look into 10 things that every new runner should be ready for.
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Not all sports are created equal—some are more individual-based than team-based, and while some provide a great workout, we can’t say they’re the “healthiest” because they may involve contact that can lead to short-term and long-term injuries. However, what they have mostly in common is they get your heart rate up and require mental and physical exertion.
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