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Ask a Fitness Expert: What is the Best Time For a Workout?

Dear Sarah, I am a 31-year-old mother of two and the only time I can schedule my work out is 8:30 at night. Is this a good time? Do you have any suggestions? Deb Dear Deb, When you choose to work out will influence how you feel during the work ...

How Long Should Your Workout Routine Last? Is One Hour Enough?

Dear Sarah, I usually try to hit the gym for an hour, three to four times per week. Once there, I walk on the treadmill for about half an hour, perform a strength training circuit (machines for legs, chest, back etc), and then stretch. I am in my ...

Sit-Ups Declared a Total Waste Of Time

Are you a slave to sit-ups, powering through a set or two most days of the week in the hopes of gaining the elusive and much sought-after six-pack? Sorry, but it seems you're wasting your time on this age-old exercise. Results from not one but two ...

Legs Burn After Running a Flight of Stairs? Here's Why

Dear Sarah, I consider myself pretty fit as I exercise an average of eight hours per week. I do two step aerobics classes, three body pump classes, two yoga classes and usually put in 15-20 minutes on a cardio machine a few times per week as well. ...

"I Don't Have Time to Exercise," and 5 Other Lame Excuses

OK, this article is going to make some people mad. Tell you what; if you're a single parent who is broke, works two jobs to make ends meet, and looks after some special needs kids then I'll give you a pass. This article does not apply to you. If, ...

Improve Your Workout 30 Seconds at a Time

Dear Sarah, I know that exercise is good for me, but here's what happens when I go to the gym: On Monday I arrive determined, I jump on the treadmill and try and stay on for 30 minutes, but after 10 minutes I feel like I can't go anymore, I do the ...

How To Get That Workout Rush

Dear Sarah, Sometimes I have trouble getting myself to the gym after work (which truly is my only time to exercise). I spend 20-30 minutes on cardio and then do a circuit of weights. I make myself go because I think it will make me feel better, ...

Six Weeks to Get in Shape for the Wedding: A Bridal Workout

Dear Sarah, I'm the maid of honour at my best friend's wedding this summer. We recently went wedding dress shopping and while it started out as a joyous event, it quickly turned into a day of frustration, as the bride-to-be became disillusioned ...