Get Fit

It might sound easy, but staying in shape can be just as difficult as losing fat or gaining muscle.  In a way, it’s more motivating to have a set goal and clearly defined approach.  The problem is that you can only keep a laser-like focus on your diet and exercise program for so long.  At some point, you should return to reali…

Best Workout Program for Women Workout programs for women don’t always focus on the right areas.  That’s why I like Visual Impact for Women .  It was designed to help women get the slim, feminine look rather than the muscular bodybuilder look.  There are a lot of unique tips and strategies that you won’t find in other workout …

As the year comes to a close, I thought now would be a good time to review my favorite workout programs and diet plans.  So what are the key components of the best workout programs and best diet plans?  In general, I think any good program provides some background and guidance as to why it is effective.  That should in turn he…

Just because the perfect winter storm is howling like a banshee outside doesn’t mean your body-weight training schedule has to suffer along with your plants and small animals.  After you’ve taken care of getting your home secured for the onslaught of the “ blizzard of the century”, you can use this handy small space full body…

Closing out Women's’ Week here at BWET with an oldie but a goody, dug out of the dark and dusty archives where it has been neglected for a long time.  This workout isn’t pure unadulterated body-weight, but it is none the less effective.  If you’re a gym goer, then you will find it particularly useful.  Hope you enjoy it! …

"Carbohydrates!" Despite all the hype about fat consumption, when it comes to losing weight, the real key to losing fat is to reduce the amount of carbohydrates. Experts say that we crave carbohydrates because they stimulate the production of serotonin (a brain chemical that regulates mood and sleep and calms and relaxes…

You can actually strengthen your body without the use of free weights or other strength training equipment that is found in a gym. The secret to building body strength without gym equipment is body weight exercises. Resistance is built and muscles strengthened by using your body’s own weight when you engage in this form of exe…

I can pretty much sum up my opinion on exercising whe n sick in three words: don’t do it.  OK, I’ll admit it’s a little more complicated than that.  Not to go all philosophical on you, but what does it mean to be sick?  If you’re not sure if you should exercise when sick, what can you do to help make a decision on whether you’…

You’ve followed all the rules for getting six pack abs.  You perform high intensity training to burn fat.  You know you can’t spot reduce belly fat.  You know crunches are worthless.  You know your body fat is below that magical 10% point at which six pack abs are generally visible.  Yet, your abs aren’t visible.  Is your bod…