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The Types of People at the Gym

Image Source I go to a college that charges a $10 fee to use the gym. We have two Nautilus circuits and treadmills, elliptical, and the like. After going for a year and running on the same treadmill, I’ve compiled a…
Gym Etiquette

We all know the importance of good manners but for some reason we often forget them when we are at the gym (or at least some of us do). Not sure what proper gym etiquette is? Here’s a quick list. Follow these and you…
My Gym Pet Peeves!

source Whenever I go to the gym, I like to make my workout enjoyable. But there are some things that really make me wonder lately... 1. Not wearing deodorant. 2. Not wiping down their machines after use.…
A Gym of my Own

I have often said that I will know I have "made it", when I have a gym inside of my own home. I literally have fantasied about waking up in the morning, brushing my teeth, slipping out of my PJ's and into my workout gear…
Can Anyone Give Me Good "At-Home" Exercises?

source We received this message from xXxbLaCkBiRdxXx@xanga. Can we help?"Can anyone give me good 'at home' exercises for legs/arms/abs?I need a routine before I go back to school because I don't feel like renewing my g…
Does Competing with Other Gym Goers Motivate You To Work Out Harder?

(Video from Only in A Woman's World) Have you ever competed against other gym goers when you were working out? For instance, trying to run faster or longer on a treadmill than the person next to you, or trying to lift…
How Much Would You Pay for a Gym Membership?

source With economic times getting tighter and tighter, more and more people are finding it hard to pay for their gym membership, and many people are putting that as a non-priority on their list of bills. Times may be t…
Poll: Is the Recession Impacting Your Health?

Source Many of us have had to give up certain luxuries because of the economic downturn. Unfortunately, market researchers have found that one of the main things we’re giving up is our health. This past year, consume…
How To Pick The Perfect Personal Trainer

Take your time when finding your personal trainer. You may have to try a few different trainers before you find the right one…shop around, ask questions and do your homework. I have been in the health/fitness field f…
A Bit Odd Thing I Noticed At The Gym.....

I don’t really know about other gyms, but I’ve noticed something weird about the people at the gym I go to. So my gym has four floors; the top floor being the lobby where you check-in, the third floor the locker rooms,…