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Awesome Workout Or Horrible Fail? [VIDEO+POLL]

Adams — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 17:54:23 +0000

Who goes to the gym? I have to admit, I cannot answer with yes. In fact, my idea of exercise is walking to and from my car at a rapid rate of speed. Trust me, with man boobs like mine, I know I need to get in shape sooner rather than later. So I guess [...]

Can Exercise Eliminate Depression?

Shauna Wright — Mon, 06 Aug 2012 16:36:33 +0000

We all know working out is good for our bodies — but did you know it’s good for our emotions, too?

New research shows exercise may very well be an effective treatment for depression, especially among those with heart problems.

Free Beer and Hot Wings Talk About The Cult Of CrossFit [FBHW]

Ben Worcester — Sun, 29 Jul 2012 00:18:10 +0000

Free Beer, Hot Wings and Zane talked about an article on Gawker that bashes CrossFit. Everyone seemed to be pretty familiar with the new fitness phenomenon; Zane even said that he did it on a regular basis these days. But no one actually defended CrossFit against any of the attacks

Finally! Yoga That Won't Send You Straight To Hell

BJ Ragone — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 10:58:17 +0000

We bet you didn’t know that many Christians don’t do yoga, because it’s the work of the devil. Well don’t sweat it, because there is finally an alternative for all you church goers. Always wanted to try yoga, but were afraid that you would offend God? Fear no more! With Praise Moves you can do [...]

Sketchers Hit With Massive $40 Million Lawsuit

BJ Ragone — Thu, 17 May 2012 11:45:38 +0000

Last year Reebok was hit with a major lawsuit regarding their easy tone shoes, and now Sketchers faces a similar suit. The people who began the advertising campaign for Sketchers Shape-Ups is in some hot water this morning. The shoes that are suppose to help you work out your legs and lower body have been [...]

The Corning Trail Is A Great Place To Get A Workout In The Albany Area

BJ Ragone — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 11:36:22 +0000

Spring is here, and Summer is fast approaching which means it’s time to get out of the gym, and into the great outdoors. Staying fit, and getting exercise can also be fun, and this local trail is a great way to do so. Natives of the Albany area can tell you that there are plenty [...]

The Hottest Yoga Lesson You'll Ever See [VIDEO]

BJ Ragone — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 18:08:24 +0000

You know how you have always been giving your buddy a hard time for going to those night time yoga classes? Well as it turns out, the joke was on you the whole time. Watch as these ladies give you a the hottest yoga lesson ever. It’s called Steamy Hot Yoga, and the pretty much [...]

Shed Those Winter Pounds This Year With The Hottest Workouts On The Internet [VIDEOS]

BJ Ragone — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 11:00:51 +0000

With the new year fast approaching you are probably going to make that resolution to get off the couch and get into shape. While the gym may be the way to go, the internet also has a variety of tips as well. While the workouts displayed are mainly for the ladies, I'm sure the gents [...]

Three Ways To Make Your Workout Seem Quick And Effortless

Jennifer Beaudoin — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 18:59:57 +0000

So I finally went back to the gym this week after months of blowing it off. I had an excuse though, I didn't have car, so you can't yell at me. Anyway, we all know how daunting and torturous the gym can be, so I discovered a few tricks you can do to make the time so by faster, and to make the workout seem painless.

Get A Workout Without All The Work

BJ Ragone — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 09:53:32 +0000

The hardest part about getting in shape or staying in shape is actually getting yourself to the gym or getting the motivation to do a workout at home. These tips, while not a substitute, are good ways to work your body out without having to do all that pesky exercise. I think I am with [...]

Keep Your Brain Sharp

BJ Ragone — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 12:44:13 +0000

Lifehacker.com has put together a list of the top 10 things that you can do in order to keep your brain in tip top shape.We are all pretty caught up in our own lives. Work, family, hobbies. It kind of gets in the way of continuing our education. Like it or not it doesn’t stop [...]