Archive for January, 2007

Cellulite on Men

Cellulite on MenDo men get cellulite?

“It’s unclear exactly why cellulite happens, but it’s related to levels of fat, and women have more fat than men do on their hips, thighs, and buttocks,� explains New York City dermatologist Diane Berson.

Also, guys have thicker skin, which may prevent that (more…)

Mark Steines: Diet and Workout

Mark Steines: Diet and Workout“I never feel better than after a workout,” says Mark Steines, now in his 12th year as co-host of Entertainment Tonight.

At 42, Steines says he’s more committed to fitness than ever – though truth be told, as a former college football player and lifelong jock, he has never been far from the gym.

He filled Muscle & Fitness magazine on his workout regimen, diet and, oh, yeah, what it’s like being married to Miss America. (more…)

Our First Giveaway

Get ready! Our first giveaway is coming in about two weeks. We have lined up great products for you and very excited about this new feature.

Why Do We Overeat?

Why Do We Overeat?One reason could be our good ol’ friend – you guessed it – sugar. A sweet tooth may reveal a susceptibility to the mood-altering effects of sugar. Researchers gave varying concentrations of sugar water to 163 volunteers.

The greater people’s taste for high-octane sugar, the greater their reports of mood change after consuming it (they tended to feel happier or less irritable or nervous). (more…)

Cardio and Weight Loss

Cardio and Weight LossExercises aimed at improving your heart muscle and oxygen exchange in the lungs are done to lower the amount of work it takes for your body to perform prolonged tasks.

This includes the effort it takes your muscles to hold up and move your body around all day.

A conditioned heart can pump more blood to your muscles. This allows you to burn more fat at lower heart rates. (more…)

BOSU Ball

BOSU BallYou may be wondering what that dome-shaped device floating around your gym is used for.

Well, it goes by the name of BOSU ball or just BOSU (short for “both sides up”), and the more (more…)

Eva Longoria: Diet and Workout

Eva Longoria: Diet and Workout

Of all the Desperate Housewives, Eva Longoria spends the most time in a (more…)

Fat-Burning Foods

Fat-Burning FoodsWhat a woman eats before she works out can significantly affect how much fat she’ll burn.

In a study from the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, eight women completed a 60-minute run about three hours (more…)