Archive for December, 2009

4 Electrifying Workout Playlists

Thursday, December 3rd, 2009


I could go into the science and psychology of music and motivation, break down playlists based on precise beats per minute to coincide with different phases of workouts. Heck, I’m sure there’s research on how to incorporate voice types to induce some steady euphoric emotional states. Nope, I’m just going to give you some themed playlists that will get you geeked for your workouts.

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Why Should This Photo Incite Fat-Hatred…?

Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009

This photo was (apparently) snapped by an American Airlines flight attendant. Amazing what responses the photo invokes.

Fuel to the fire of the ongoing debate on obese airline passengers, and how much they should be paying.

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Arthritis: A Good Excuse for Not Exercising

Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009

The middle-aged may risk arthritis and knee problems if they overdo exercising, a new study suggests.

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Muscle-shaping 101: 5 Tips (Part 1)

Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009

[ Note: This article was written by fitness and nutrition author Jon Benson. I have his permission to share it with you. Jon is the author of the Seven Minute Muscle Workout]

Ever heard of Rowdy Gains?

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Guess How Much Food We Throw Away?

Tuesday, December 1st, 2009


Fast Company

While millions of people don’t have enough to eat, both in the United States and abroad, more and more Americans are wasting food.

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