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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Muscle recovery | 12/30/2011 |
| Q: I have started working out about two months ago after being sedentary for a while. I love doing ... A: For your strength training, you want to have at least one day in between workouts for muscle groups. ... | |
| Footwear/leg muscle build-up | 10/1/2011 |
| Q: I hope you can help. I'm in good physical shape and exchanged my aerobics routine (1 hour 3-4 x a ... A: Did the aching start when dancing replaced your other exercise, or did the aching start when you ... | |
| Fat loss | 9/29/2011 |
| Q: I am a 24 year old male with a lot of fat around my stomach and on chest. And the fat is increasing ... A: To lose fat, no matter where it is on the body, you have to burn more calories than you are ... | |
| Walking - running how many steps a day | 8/16/2011 |
| Q: i bought a pedometer and it measures strides - my stride is 2.5 feet long approximate. Two ... A: Stride and step are the same thing. 7,000 means 7,000 steps or 7,000 strides. The word "stride" is ... | |
| Cross training workouts | 6/25/2011 |
| Q: Hey Ken, how are you? I had a question about cross training workouts. It's a tall order, just a ... A: Glad you're motivated to workout. There are numerous training programs you can do with the ... | |
| Confused | 6/15/2011 |
| Q: Hey there! Recently I've been pondering...I've started to start my losing weight plan by losing 2 ... A: If you do 1,000 calories worth of exercise everyday without changing your eating, you would lose ... | |
| stomach fat | 6/3/2011 |
| Q: my daughter is now 19 month,i had c-section delivery,still my tummy looks like a pregnent women.so ... A: Sorry for delay in responding. No computer access. There are two things you should do. First, ... | |
| question | 5/30/2011 |
| Q: so I am wondering if Plyometric training (jump training) makes your thighs bigger? I am trying to ... A: They can make your thighs bigger, but it depends on several factors...how fit you are already, the ... | |
| Stomach Chub | 5/11/2011 |
| Q: I'm 14, I weigh 95.5 pounds and i am 4 feet, 11 inches tall. I have this "chub" around my lower ... A: I (or anyone else) can't say hnow long it will be before you have a flat stomach. I don't anything ... | |
| How do I know if my calf is muscle or fat? | 5/10/2011 |
| Q: I'm a male, but I've been looking at my calves lately and have been thinking that they look a little ... A: If you haven't eaten any food in 5 days, yes it's true. I assume you eat regularly though. So the ... | |
| How do I know if my calf is muscle or fat? | 5/8/2011 |
| Q: I'm a male, but I've been looking at my calves lately and have been thinking that they look a little ... A: Without seeing you, its not possible to determine your percentage of body fat. Your calves are ... | |
| exercise | 3/21/2011 |
| Q: How long does it take to lose the muscle toning you gained if you stop working out for a couple of ... A: You start to lose it in about one week if you don't keep it up. Depending on how long you've been ... | |
| begin elliptical training program | 3/19/2011 |
| Q: Is there any information available or suggestions on beginning an elliptical training program for ... A: Without knowing what other activity you do, it's hard to tailor the workout for you. But here are ... | |
| jump rope and injury | 2/25/2011 |
| Q: I 'll like to know is jump rope/skipping bad for the legs, knees etc... Thank you Chan A: Without knowing anything about you or what your exercise history is, it's not possible to give you a ... | |
| Cardio Plan | 2/14/2011 |
| Q: Hey Ken I weigh 60 kilos and I'm aiming to lose 10 kilos. I want to stick to a cardio plan, can you ... A: Without knowing any previous exercise and diet history about you, still can't say what is most ... | |
| Calf...circumference skinny please? | 2/13/2011 |
| Q: I recently started doing jump roping every day..I normally take like 10~20 second breaks after I do ... A: Cant say because I dont know your body or your previous exercise history. Not sure why you would ... | |
| Cardio Plan | 2/12/2011 |
| Q: Hey Ken I weigh 60 kilos and I'm aiming to lose 10 kilos. I want to stick to a cardio plan, can you ... A: The more you do, the more calories you expend. Cant say how many minutes because it depends on a ... | |
| Calf and Thigh muscle reduction..HELP! | 1/29/2011 |
| Q: I've been noticing my calves and thighs. Most of my calves are muscle and my thigh is mostly fat. ... A: I understand your concern. Your calf muscles are unlikely to get any bigger than they are now, so ... | |
| Confused!! Please help... | 1/13/2011 |
| Q: Here is my problem and let me know if you can help me anyhow, cause I gave up myself! First of ... A: I understand the frustration you're experiencing. It could be do to a number of reasons. Without ... | |
| fitness | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: Hey, Im a 13 year old girl. I have been dancing for 10 years. Ballet,Jazz,and tap. I am currently ... A: Glad you're so active. If you want to improve your running speed and distance, you can use your ... | |
| Throwing baskets | 12/11/2010 |
| Q: Ken I am 53. I have a touch o arthritis in my knees so I had to quit jogging, I have settled for a ... A: Glad you're exercising. You answered your own question about shooting baskets being a good workout. ... | |
| zumba | 10/14/2010 |
| Q: i am a certified fitness instructor, wanted to teach a zumba class. do i need to be certified in ... A: To teach Zumba, you have to become a Zumba instructor and take their training/certification. They ... | |
| health | 10/13/2010 |
| Q: I'm 15 and 3 quarters :) so almost 16 I weigh 103 lbs and i'm 5"3 tall so far... I have orthostasis ... A: There are a lot of exercises and workout programs that can help transform your body. Because of ... | |
| Once a week, or more? | 9/29/2010 |
| Q: I enjoy running more than any other exercise, however, my treadmill has died, so I am prepared to ... A: With your objectives to manage stress and keep your heart and lungs healthy, three times a week is ... | |
| Calories Burned From Running | 8/21/2010 |
| Q: I read somewhere that for an average guy of about 5' 8" and 170lbs they will burn 100 calories per ... A: 100 calories per mile is a fairly accurate estimate of energy expenditure, plus or minus a few ... | |
| running in place bad for joints? | 8/18/2010 |
| Q: Is it alright to run in place for 30-40 minutes a day 5-6 days a week for cardio on carpet (with ... A: Running in place may not be harder on the joints than running outside. It depends on the running ... | |
| Question | 7/20/2010 |
| Q: ! I have a question about endurance and the body. So I was working out with exercise DVD's ... A: That's really a bummer, isn't it? Wish it wasn't like that! It's called the reversibility ... | |
| incline trainer | 6/18/2010 |
| Q: Ken: Any thoughts on incline trainers. Although in our 60's we hit the gym for 2 hours every other ... A: Incline trainers are effective aerobic workouts. Yes, they do live up to the hype, but understand a ... | |
| morning cardio - intensity | 6/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a questions concerning steady state cardio... First of all I am 28yrs old, 1.7m height, 66kg ... A: Anna, The workout program you are doing is good. If you're not decreasing bodyfat over time, then ... | |
| carido question :) | 6/4/2010 |
| Q: I am within a healthy weight range but want to get in shape for the summer and I have recently ... A: Glad that you're working out again. There is no exact "number" that defines all the benefits of ... | |
| HIIT questions? | 6/4/2010 |
| Q: Ken I started doing a HIIT routine two weeks ago, as my regular steady state cardio workout was ... A: 1. It's personal preference. Usually it's better to eat something both before and after the ... | |
| hello | 6/2/2010 |
| Q: I am 21 yrs old and just started up a new exercise routine with Jillian Michaels workout Dvd's. I ... A: Glad you're inspired to exercise. Can't tell you how long it will take you to build up your ... | |
| New | 5/27/2010 |
| Q: I have an interest in getting in shape for the summer, but I have no idea as to which classes I ... A: Glad you're motivated to exercise. Yoga is composed of various positions/poses for stretching and ... | |
| H.I.I.T. | 5/14/2010 |
| Q: Ken I keep reading about this as an effective way to burn fat. However, is it appropriate for a guy ... A: I assume you are referring to high intensity interval training. Whether or not it is appropriate ... | |
| aerobics | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: I try to walk 2-1/2 miles 5-7 days a week I heard if arm weights are used while walking its an ... A: Walking IS an aerobic workout. Walking with weights is unlikely to give you more cardio benefit. To ... | |
| Swimming or Gym | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: Im curious about to know which excersice is better for building muscles in the whole body, or at ... A: It depends on a few things. Without knowing anything about you, I'm unable to give you an accurate ... | |
| Exercise program | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: I am 4' 10 with a petite frame. I would like to focus on a program that will tone my body and ... A: Glad you're motivated to exercise. Without knowing anything about you, I'm unable to suggest ... | |
| Gym exercises | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: Am Masters/veteran athlete after getting all clear after illness.Back doing reasonably fast walking ... A: Glad you're getting back into being active again. It is difficult to give you advise from the ... | |
| Running - how much? | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: I am a new runner, well actually I haven't advanced to running, I am a jogger. I keep on hearing ... A: I need to know a lot more information to be able to answer your questions. In general, with ... | |
| What does aerobics do to an already slim person? | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: I'm a 20 year old Indian female. My height is 5'7" and I weigh 52 kilograms. I've always felt the ... A: Aerobics is very beneficial - it will increase your stamina and endurance. People often think ... | |
| cardio or weight training | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: i am 5 feet 11 inches tall . my weight is 211 pounds.my waist size is 39 inches . now i want to ... A: Glad that you're exercising. Sit-ups and crunches will help strengthen your abdominal muscles. ... | |
| Looking to start exercising | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: I'm a 19 year old college student, slightly overweight, and I'd like to improve my body size. I'm ... A: Glad you're motivated to work out. Without knowing you or your physical capabilities or fitness ... | |
| Aerobic endurance | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: If I practice holding my breadth will it improve my aerobic lung capacity and improve my ... A: It will improve your ability to hold your breadth, but it won't improve your aerobic endurance. You ... | |
| Making readers cringe | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: Mr Alan. I'm writing a story where the main character is supposed to do exercise to stay fit. But ... A: Yes she could do a small number of repetitions daily as a warm-up. But if she is just starting ... | |
| Strange Pain in the Legs | 11/28/2009 |
| Q: I have a strange issue for which I have seen my regular physician who then referred me to a ... A: Glad to hear you're motivated to workout. Unfortunate to have this discomfort you're feeling in ... | |
| Aerobics | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: Ken I am getting bored of my treadmill and exercise bike. I would like to do something that is a ... A: Are you looking to purchase another piece of cardio exercise equipment? Indoor whole body workouts ... | |
| Starting Out | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: I am 20 year old college student who has been overweight my entire life. I currently weigh around ... A: Glad you're motivated to work out. Congratulations on making it through your first cardio workout. ... | |
| weight lose | 10/23/2009 |
| Q: i am 25 yr girl,i am 5 feet 2 inches mean 5.2 n my weight is 57 kg.how can i lose weight guide me,i ... A: Start at a pace that you can walk for 10-15 minutes a day. Each week increase the amount of time by ... | |
| weight lose | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: i am 25 yr girl,i am 5 feet 2 inches mean 5.2 n my weight is 57 kg.how can i lose weight guide me,i ... A: Without knowing more about you, it's not possible to offer specific suggestions. The best way to ... | |
| Knee Injury | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to lose weight and have had a lot of luck with watching my caloric intake and using the ... A: Without knowing what the problem is with your knee, it's hard to say. Without the normal function of ... | |
| Lower back | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: I wanted to ask you about lower back exercises.My lower back is feeling very stiff,aching & I was ... A: Without knowing a lot more about you, it's not possible to give you specific suggestions. If you ... | |
| Fat loss | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: I'm 17. I'm not that fat. I'm 5'4" and have 32" belly, weigh 56 kg but the problem is in my chest. I ... A: There are no chest exercises that remove or reduce fat for only the chest area. What you need to do ... | |
| Certifications? | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: I am hoping you might be able to give me some advice on a question I have. I have been told that I ... A: Glad you're interested in adding to your qualifications. There is no certification that is ... | |
| calf raises and jumping rope | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: Is it okay to do heavy calf raises on Monday, Wednesday and Friday and jump rope on Tuesday, ... A: One of several exercises you can do: Start by standing with your back against a wall, with feet ... | |
| No Weight Loss | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: I am a 39 year old, 5’4” female who has always worked out & maintained 120-123 lbs my entire adult ... A: Glad you're motivated to exercise. It may be age or the immense physiological change that occurs ... | |
| calf raises and jumping rope | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: Is it okay to do heavy calf raises on Monday, Wednesday and Friday and jump rope on Tuesday, ... A: It's okay as long as you can tolerate it. Jumping rope is endurance training, not strength training ... | |
| Motivation | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: hope you have been having a good day. My question is about motivation. I'm a 19 yr old female and ... A: Your situation is not uncommon. It means you need to take a different approach. For example, ... | |
| Exercises for a woman who gave birth by ceasarian section. | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: My wife gave birth four months agoand she now wants to strart exercising.I am a fitness trainer and ... A: Been away. Sorry for delay. Congrats on your new baby. Need a lot more info to be able to offer ... | |
| Extra flab on thighs | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: I am 18 year old and 157 cm. I weigh 112.4 pounds. I have enormously heavy thighs and buttocks. ... A: Glad you're motivated to exercise. Based upon the information you provided, it appears you are ... | |
| TRUE Max heartrate and how to use it with monitor | 6/12/2009 |
| Q: First off Thanks in advance: Male almost 50 [Want to be 'Buff' by my bd. Aug. 13] 200 lbs 6-2 quit ... A: Your heart rate is high on that bike ride. You like to push yourself hard obviously. You said you ... | |
| TRUE Max heartrate and how to use it with monitor | 6/6/2009 |
| Q: First off Thanks in advance: Male almost 50 [Want to be 'Buff' by my bd. Aug. 13] 200 lbs 6-2 quit ... A: Glad you're motivated to exercise. Buff in two months, huh? Since I don't know what you look like, ... | |
| Trying to shed inches in all the right places | 5/21/2009 |
| Q: I'm 5'5 - started at 145 and now I'm down to 137. Not as amazing as I'd like - but I don't like ... A: I did respond to your inquiry a few days ago, but apparently it did not go through. Here's an ... | |
| tummy trimming | 5/19/2009 |
| Q: I delivered a baby 7 mnths ago.. i want to lose that tummy fat below my waist line.. how do i do ... A: It seems logical to want exercises for your biceps and lower belly. But that's not the case. To ... | |
| Protruding tummy | 4/10/2009 |
| Q: need your help out here, im 5'10 and around 75kgs, i have a lean body with v.less fat all over, my ... A: You likely need to be doing transverse abdominis strengthening exercises. You'd be best off finding ... | |
| Protruding tummy | 4/10/2009 |
| Q: need your help out here, im 5'10 and around 75kgs, i have a lean body with v.less fat all over, my ... A: Need a lot more information to be able to offer any kind of suggestion. How old are you? Male or ... | |
| Weight loss Vs Muscle gain | 3/16/2009 |
| Q: Respected Sir, It is a very well known fact that the best time to do your aerobic ... A: Glad you're motivated to take action. When you ask 10 different people what is the most effective ... | |
| Cardio Max | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering approx how many calories I would burn during "The Biggest Loser Cardio Max" doing ... A: Glad you're motivated to workout. I'm not familiar with the content of the DVD. Even if I knew the ... | |
| treadmill | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: Not sure you can answer this, but thought I'd try. I use a treadmill for exercise, and hopefully to ... A: There are a lot of variables from what you have described. The primary culprit is probably the ... | |
| treadmill | 3/7/2009 |
| Q: Not sure you can answer this, but thought I'd try. I use a treadmill for exercise, and hopefully to ... A: There is some small, different element about your workouts, that you're not noticing. Or your ... | |
| Older Adult Exercise | 2/19/2009 |
| Q: What are your thoughts on older adults (70, 80, 90) using an elliptical machine? Do you think it's ... A: Good question...although more information is needed to be able to respond to it. Is the person(s) ... | |
| working out | 2/16/2009 |
| Q: hey my dads 43 hes been complaining about being out of shape and i've been trying to get him to ... A: Glad you're interested in helping your Dad. With the limitations you describe, low-impact or ... | |
| Starting agaiin | 2/15/2009 |
| Q: I left running and exercising for no particular reason almost 2 months ago. Those days I used to run ... A: You could start with where you left off. But you might not walk for a few days afterwards - you ... | |
| Something new | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: Ken I am a 50 year old male,no health issues except for the usual middle age spread. Since my 20's I ... A: To stay limber, you need to stretch. Yoga, Pilates, and stretch classes are the programs to get and ... | |
| running to lose weight | 12/27/2008 |
| Q: My goal is to lose weight/fat… and I would like to know which of these 3 programs would be best for ... A: I'd recommend 3x per week schedule as the best choice of the 3 you are considering. You will have ... | |
| running to lose weight | 12/27/2008 |
| Q: My goal is to lose weight/fat… and I would like to know which of these 3 programs would be best ... A: Good question. The recommendation depends on some additional inforamtion about you. Are you ... | |
| healthrider | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: in your experience is the healthrider machine a good aerobic conditioner and strength builder A: It depends on your current level of fitness. If you don't work out at all, you will receive good ... | |
| HIIT | 10/31/2008 |
| Q: I have tried the High Intensity Interval Training ( HIIT ) for 2 weeks, only to find that I put on ... A: If you haven't changed your eating habits, it's probably not fat weight you put on, so don't be ... | |
| abs works | 8/13/2008 |
| Q: Is it possible to have flat abs without buying any exercise gadgets at all A: In spite of informercial claims, sure it is. Abdominal conditioning exercises performed regularly, ... | |
| Can I get more nimble | 8/4/2008 |
| Q: I am 50,in decent shape as I run a couple times a week and workout with weights. I am overweight and ... A: I'm not quite sure what you mean by "nimble"...maybe quick or agile. Without seeing you, I'm not ... | |
| Exercizes | 7/19/2008 |
| Q: I am 15 years old and i love to play sports but the problem is 3 hours continuous play can exhaust ... A: When you play soccer, do you play for 3 hours at a time? Is it every day or once a week, once a ... | |
| will weightlifting affect my growth? | 7/3/2008 |
| Q: Hey! I'm a fifteen year old who is interested in getting fit.however before I start training i want ... A: Good question. Very few people your age are concerned about this. Even fewer know about potential ... | |
| better body | 7/2/2008 |
| Q: Hey Ken! Bluntly, i want a healthier&better body, period. here's my background: I am a 16 year old ... A: Glad you're motivated to workout. There are lots of different programs available. But I don't know ... | |
| Upper/Lower body workouts | 6/24/2008 |
| Q: What is the best way to do an upper/lower split in 3 days per week, in about 30 minutes per workout, ... A: I don't know what exercises you are doing, so I can't give you specific recommendations. For a ... | |
| A Workout Easy on The Knees! | 6/18/2008 |
| Q: I am really trying to tone up my body but it is so hard with bad knees. I recently had knee surgery. ... A: You should get together with a physical therapist or qualified certified personal trainer who can ... | |
| Exercise drawbacks | 6/13/2008 |
| Q: I was wondering if high-intensity exercise is really better for you than low-intensity? It seems ... A: Sorry for the delay in responding - been away unexpectedly. Good question. High intensity (cardio) ... | |
| FITNESS | 5/24/2008 |
| Q: IM A 15 YO WANTING TO IMPROVE MY RUGBY FITNESS BEFORE NEXT SEASON WHICH WILL START IN AUGUST. WHAT ... A: Almost any exercise and training program you do can be beneficial for improving your performance and ... | |
| glutes and thigns | 5/23/2008 |
| Q: my build is pear shape. i am an 18-year old golfer and have found that the more i work out, the ... A: You say you are getting bigger from "working out", but don't say what your workout is. It's hard to ... | |
| Please help with the understanding of heart rate. | 5/21/2008 |
| Q: can you please tell me what my target heart rate should be when doing cardio for fat loss. I am a ... A: What they are saying is that you should exercise at an intensity of about 60% - 70% of your maximum ... | |
| Fat loss vs Muscle Gain | 4/28/2008 |
| Q: I'm 32yrs old, I've had my 2nd child 10 months ago, since then I've lost 55lbs (lost baby fat and ... A: Tonia, Glad you're motivated to workout. Unfortunately, it's not possible to determine how many ... | |
| jump rope and jogging | 4/18/2008 |
| Q: I am a male age 45. On weekends Sat and Sun I go jogging for around 45 mins each. On weekdays, due ... A: Jogging and jump rope are not bad for the knees. However, you can develop knee problems if you ... | |
| heart rate monitors | 4/15/2008 |
| Q: I wrote to you earlier in the month and had another question for you. I am trying to get these 50lb ... A: Tami, If you're just starting out, lower your intensity a bit. Give yourself a little time to ... | |
| Alcohol & obesity | 4/6/2008 |
| Q: Can the body burn off alcohol with exercise? I have heard that the body cannot burn off alcohol and ... A: The body can burn off alcohol with exercise. You need to do a lot of exercise, as alcohol contains ... | |
| skipping | 3/31/2008 |
| Q: At the moment I am jogging around 40-45 mins 2-3 times a week for cardio and to reduce my waist. Due ... A: If you skip at about the same intensity as you jog, you would do it for the same approximate amount ... | |
| Routine | 3/31/2008 |
| Q: I do cardio (run, elipticle (sp?), cycle) for forty minutes, then follow up with push ups, sit ups, ... A: It's beneficial to take a rest day if you do heavy cardio trainng. You also do not want to strength ... | |
| My butt is disappearing! | 3/13/2008 |
| Q: I've started to have a healthier life style for 3 weeks now. I've been eating very good and doing an ... A: Lunges are the best exercise to build gluteals. Squats are very good, too. You may have to start ... | |
| Toning up | 3/12/2008 |
| Q: Hey Ken, I'm a 20 year old female, 5'7" and 115 pounds, so I'm defiantly on the slime side. I'm more ... A: Glad you're working out again. I wouldn't be too concerned about looking disproportionate from ... | |
| Training Schedule | 2/26/2008 |
| Q: Can you pls. check if it looks fine? My Stats: 5 ft 6 inches and 148 pounds and age 28. Plan: ... A: Glad you're motivated to exercise. It looks like a good program. But can't really assess it ... | |
| exceeding heart rate target zone | 2/17/2008 |
| Q: I am a 50-year old female weighing 137 lbs - in relatively good shape given I have only recently ... A: Jane, If you have no apparant health or medical issues, it is not a problem. Heart rate ... | |
| Graduating from an elliptical | 2/14/2008 |
| Q: I have been working out on an elliptical for several months now, and I think that I am very close to ... A: Good question. You don't know how your performance will be with jogging until you do it. Your ... | |
| too fat from the hips down!! | 1/29/2008 |
| Q: I am a 23 year old male. I've had fat thighs and a fat butt since puberty. Recently, I went on a ... A: Good for you for wanting to make a change. Hope you're eating different subs daily to get as much ... | |
| rear | 1/17/2008 |
| Q: i have a rather flat butt..... i heard that exercise can make it rounder and more in shape... but ... A: Genetics does play a factor, but so does exercise training. Strength training will help build and ... | |
| which first | 1/7/2008 |
| Q: If I want to do yoga or pilates or strength training in addition to a cardiovascular workout - in ... A: Tracy, An aerobic workout first will make flexibilty training generally more effective. An aerobic ... | |
| exercise and running and weights | 12/27/2007 |
| Q: i have a flat behind... will running and exercise/weights make it stick out more.. or will it just ... A: Running and weight lifting exercise will tone your muscles and may make it stick out more. This ... | |
| Problem during regular push-up workout | 12/17/2007 |
| Q: I have been doing regular exercises for over 16 weeks in which I incorporate endurance and strength ... A: Hydration is always important. Don't assume because you're doing just push-ups, you can let it go. ... | |
| cardio and stomach aches | 12/12/2007 |
| Q: I've been experiencing an odd problem when I’m kick boxing. I get irritable stomach pains when I’m ... A: Sorry you're experiencing this problem. I'm not at all able to give you advice. I would suggest you ... | |
| cardio workouts | 11/15/2007 |
| Q: I'm 21 years old and a little over weight. I have a question about cardio workouts. I would like to ... A: Since I don't know you, and you haven't given me any background info on yourself, it's not possible ... | |
| chest (pecs) | 11/6/2007 |
| Q: My chest is not in a good shape. I used to workout and lift heavy weights, which didn't help me get ... A: Without seeing your body, I can't give a specific suggestion or routine for you. Generally, if ... | |
| fitness | 10/16/2007 |
| Q: how much exercise would a person need to undertake to maintain their fitness? A: It will depend upon how "fit" you are. Generally, cardio conditioning needs to be done 2x weekly to ... | |
| Workout on Treadmill & Breast size reduces | 10/9/2007 |
| Q: Mr. Ken, I have been doing the workout on treadmill for the last 6 months and now I have ... A: It doesn't matter if you workout on a treadmill or any other piece of cardio equipment. If you have ... | |
| treatment for shin splints | 9/11/2007 |
| Q: I read your great answer to "Kim" regarding treatment for "shin splints", but I was wondering if you ... A: Icing the shins may bring temporary relief or reduce the discomfort. Avoid putting ice directly on ... | |
| exercise then bed | 9/4/2007 |
| Q: How long after doing a workout should I wait before I go to bed? Does the intensity of the workout ... A: It may vary depending on the type of workout you do - stretching, strengthening, cardio - there is ... | |
| aerobic fitness | 9/1/2007 |
| Q: A 25yo medical student told me he was a college athlete and played basketball for 4hrs ... A: You have a few side benefits from exercise you did at some point in your life, while you lose many ... | |
| aerobic fitness | 8/30/2007 |
| Q: A 25yo medical student told me he was a college athlete and played basketball for 4hrs ... A: I still need additional information to respond to your question. How long ago did he stop playing? ... | |
| elliptical machines | 8/30/2007 |
| Q: I was just wondering if it's necessary to wear running shoes if just working out on an elliptical ... A: I would still recommend a good cross=trainer, walking, or running shoe. To get to the machine, you ... | |
| elliptical machines | 8/30/2007 |
| Q: I was just wondering if it's necessary to wear running shoes if just working out on an elliptical ... A: Good question. On a treadmill, yes it is important to have good supportive and cushioned running ... | |
| Left Calf muscle hurts | 8/27/2007 |
| Q: I'm in my mid 50s and haven't jogged in about 3 years. I was an avid jogger before and want to ... A: Sounds like you have a pulled calf muscle. Stop the pain by getting off your feet as much as ... | |
| swimming | 8/8/2007 |
| Q: I consider myself fairly fit and strong (I am a physician, male and 47yo). But even since my teens I ... A: This has to do with a number of physiological factors, primarily ventilatory efficiency. The ... | |
| workout for smaller abs | 8/7/2007 |
| Q: I have a pretty bad protruding stomach, but the rest of me doesn't really have much fat on it. Just ... A: You're on the right track. Cardio exercise helps consume calories (fat). Crunches will strengthen ... | |
| love handles | 8/6/2007 |
| Q: I'm a 22 year old female & I weigh 105 pounds. I'm 5'2" feet tall. My diet is pretty normal I ... A: Drinking too much water doesn't give you or your tummy a bloated flabby look. If you are bloated, ... | |
| Metabolism | 8/1/2007 |
| Q: I am 19 yrs old 6' 185 lbs. I'm trying to lose body fat. I was wondering what I can do to increase ... A: Metabolism isn't on or off. There's no certain food or foods that gets it running. Your metabolism ... | |
| Metabolism | 7/28/2007 |
| Q: I am 19 yrs old 6' 185 lbs. I'm trying to lose body fat. I was wondering what I can do to increase ... A: Metabolism refers to all of the chemical processes that take place in the body, such as the burning ... | |
| Pull-Ups/Shoulders | 7/27/2007 |
| Q: I was wondering what's the best way to incorporate pull-ups/chinups into a workout routine, ... A: Pull-ups and chin-ups are the best all around upper body exercises for the back and biceps. It's ... | |
| BELLY FLAB | 7/24/2007 |
| Q: ..my name is justin im 19. im 5"11 at 156 lbs and i have probably lost 50 lbs of fat in the past 4 ... A: Justin, Without seeing you it's hard to say for sure. Probably it's loose skin. That's what ... | |
| belly fat | 7/20/2007 |
| Q: i had shed 15 pounds through dieting for burning belly fat. but i could not burn belly fat and my ... A: I can't answer your question, and nobody really can, because I don't know anything about you, your ... | |
| abs | 7/18/2007 |
| Q: i am still in highschool,weigh about 110 lbs.,and i have tried so many exercises but am not getting ... A: If you want your muscles to show, or the outline of your muscles to show, that is a result of muscle ... | |
| abs | 7/17/2007 |
| Q: i am still in highschool,weigh about 110 lbs.,and i have tried so many exercises but am not getting ... A: Hey, Glad you're motivated, but here's the rap. Look around. There's not that many people in ... | |
| help losing weight | 7/15/2007 |
| Q: I am 54 years old and have never had a problem with my weight until a year ago when menopause began. ... A: Glad you're exercising. Don't be discouraged. Although it seems like you're doing a lot of ... | |
| workouts | 7/15/2007 |
| Q: Before i ask my question i want to tell you what i do first of all. I run frequently (pretty much ... A: Chris, Glad you're working out. You need to do more intense weight training if you want to get ... | |
| building thigh/hip muscle | 7/14/2007 |
| Q: why are there so many sites and assistance on losing weight and virtually none on gaining weight. ... A: There are significantly more people around who need to lose weight than gain weight. That is why ... | |
| Warming up and the "second wind." | 7/12/2007 |
| Q: my question is not about aerobics, but I hope it may fall within your expertise. I work out and am a ... A: Good question. There is no one answer to it. Much of this has to do with the mental state as well ... | |
| Body for Life | 6/15/2007 |
| Q: I just started the Body For Life weight training program after about a year and a half doing a ... A: It's okay to rest 2-5 minutes between sets. It's also okay to do 4 descending sets and not do a 5th ... | |
| breathing | 6/12/2007 |
| Q: hey im cory, im 16 and very active. I workout alot and I play alot of hockey. Latley though after ... A: No I don't. Without evaluating you, nobody will know what it is. Are you doing any activity at the ... | |
| Best split | 6/4/2007 |
| Q: I would like to try an upper/lower body split routine, but am not really sure as to how many ... A: Dave, Without knowing more about you, your exercise history, and your goals other than wanting to ... | |
| Interesting stats | 5/25/2007 |
| Q: I know I have asked about the whole split vs. full-body routine before, but there was something ... A: Alwyn Cosgrove's statements are probably true. It isn't the first time that has been said. It's ... | |
| Program variety | 5/15/2007 |
| Q: I have a question relating to program changing vs. changing of just training principles, but staying ... A: Dave, Without seeing you and knowing a lot more info about your nutritional habits and workouts, I ... | |
| Program variety | 5/11/2007 |
| Q: I have a question relating to program changing vs. changing of just training principles, but staying ... A: Dave, Good question. No simple answer. I need to know a LOT more info about you before I could ... | |
| Flaming shins of death | 5/11/2007 |
| Q: Ok, my wife and I have begun walking together at the local high school 1/4 mile track. Somewhere ... A: Your shin muscles are contracting and apparently they aren't used to contracting. In other words, ... | |
| c section fitness | 5/11/2007 |
| Q: i had 2 kids about 6years ago 1 vaginal birth and the last one csection about 5years ago i really ... A: A few things to start with: 1. Increase the amount of physical activity you get in your daily life: ... | |
| Drastic changes to my workout | 5/7/2007 |
| Q: My doctor just told me I have bursitis (I injured my hip while running). I have been running at ... A: There's lots you can do. Stairclimbing machines, rowing machines, bikes, skating, running in water ... | |
| many repetitions/endurance | 4/20/2007 |
| Q: If I do many reps of curls like 50 reps with 10lb weights, is this aerobic? will I gain muscle ... A: If you haven't done any strength training, you will gain a little muscle size. If you've been doing ... | |
| Felling Better After a Workout, Definitely!, IF... | 4/6/2007 |
| Q: I am a 62-year-old man. I love aerobics. I do them 6 days a week. Except Sunday. I go to a gym every ... A: You're getting quite a bit of benefit from your exercise. What you're doing is interval training - ... | |
| recovery after aerobic exercise | 4/3/2007 |
| Q: I do 30 minutes of training on an elliptical. How long should it take me to get my breath back ... A: Good question. It depends on how intensely you trained during the 30 minutes. If you went easy, it ... | |
| comparing cardio workouts | 3/30/2007 |
| Q: I am putting a workout routine together for myself -- I have been super lazy the past 6 months. Out ... A: Rebounding will fall in the same range as bicyling, from 236-620 calories per hour for 130 pound ... | |
| comparing cardio workouts | 3/29/2007 |
| Q: I am putting a workout routine together for myself -- I have been super lazy the past 6 months. Out ... A: I understand your interest in having specific caloric burn values. Here is why it is not possible ... | |
| Ankle weights and back pain | 3/29/2007 |
| Q: I am trying hard to lose weight. I am going through menopause and it's so hard to lose weight! I ... A: Donna, Glad you're motivated to watch your weight. Sounds like the lower back pain may be do to the ... | |
| comparing cardio workouts | 3/29/2007 |
| Q: I am putting a workout routine together for myself -- I have been super lazy the past 6 months. Out ... A: Glad you're motivated to workout. The number of calories you burn per minute is dependent upon a ... | |
| Loose skin | 3/25/2007 |
| Q: I am 19 years old and about 5 years ago i lost 127 pounds. During that time i was doing weight ... A: Unless you have been obese, it may not be "extra" skin you carry but some extraneous fat. Without ... | |
| Low-impact aerobics | 3/23/2007 |
| Q: I have a question about low-impact aerobics. I am 5'11", weigh about 165 lbs, and have mild Crohn's ... A: Glad you're interested in being more active. You will need to try various workouts to see what ... | |
| Workout info | 3/18/2007 |
| Q: Ken, I recently asked a ? about over working out. I am 43 have been working out 7yrs. lost 40 pds. ... A: Glad you're working out. I'm not sure what your friends mean by "you're breaking down your body". ... | |
| over exercise | 3/15/2007 |
| Q: Tracy, I am a 43 yr male in relative good shape and have been exercising since I was 37. I lost ... A: You are not over-doing it unless you feel exhausted all of the time. If you feel good, you're ... | |
| exercise regiment | 2/27/2007 |
| Q: I'm looking for a weekly exercise regiment to get into shape. I'm 30, 140 lbs(aprx),5-1, and ... A: Karma, Glad you're motivated to exercise. You ask a simple question that has no simple answer. ... | |
| Exercise for stomach | 2/25/2007 |
| Q: please advice what exercise to do to decrease the upper part of my stomach which is under the chest? ... A: I need to know a lot more information about you before I could give you specific advice. Generally, ... | |
| suggestions | 2/16/2007 |
| Q: ok..not to contradict alot of what u are saying u are gorssly wrong in 2 aspects..after i weight ... A: Michael, Thanks for your email. The second sentence of my response stated,"In general, if you're ... | |
| losing baby weight | 2/14/2007 |
| Q: Ý am 5ft02inch and normally 49kilos but i do put on alot of weigth in pregnancy. My first pregnancy ... A: It's true for some women. It's not true for other women. Maintain a (moderate) exercise program as ... | |
| exercise machines | 2/11/2007 |
| Q: Does a stair-stepping machine give a high-impact or low-impact aerobic exercise? NextDoes an ... A: There are two kinds of stair-stepping machines. One model has pedals that your feet stay in contact ... | |
| step music | 2/6/2007 |
| Q: I am interested in becoming a step instructor and am looking to find some great music to practice ... A: Step music tempo is usually around 118 - 130 BPM, so 126 is within the range. The lower end is ... | |
| showering after exercise | 1/22/2007 |
| Q: How long should you wait to shower or bathe after a workout session? A: It depends on how hard the workout session was. And it depends on how hot your shower or bath is. ... | |
| extra belly | 1/18/2007 |
| Q: I need help...really.. I'm a male, 22 I'm not a fat man, but I have this belly since I remember, I ... A: I need a lot more information about you to be able to offer specific advice. In general, you need ... | |
| suggestions | 1/17/2007 |
| Q: ok i do have a fairly good grasp on dieting, exercising, etc..heres a background on me though..i ... A: I need a lot more information about you to be able to give you an assessment of nutritional and ... | |
| Losing weight | 1/16/2007 |
| Q: I'm 5'7 just gave birth to my son last year, I'm currently weighting in at 225 which is a bit much. ... A: The best way to lose weight is to make small adjustments in caloric intake and become more ... | |
| walking | 1/16/2007 |
| Q: If I do a 30 min. walk (5 min. warm up, 5 min. cool down and 20 min. fast pace) how fast do I need ... A: I need to know a lot more information about you to be able to answer this question, like how much do ... | |
| calories burned in deep water running | 1/10/2007 |
| Q: I googled 'calories burned in deep water running' and came up with 11.5 per minute- 690 for 60 ... A: Kath, The amount of calories burned per minute doing an activity will fluctuate widely dependent ... | |
| treadmill/headset interference | 1/7/2007 |
| Q: Encouraged by your listing "workout music," my hopefully related question is: While treadmilling at ... A: Good question. You're not the only person who has experienced this situation. Wireless headphones ... | |
| Tummy | 1/5/2007 |
| Q: What are the best Workout you can do at home for loss your Tummy. A: I need to know a lot more about you to better answer your question. In general, to lose your tummy, ... | |
| cardiac conditioning | 1/4/2007 |
| Q: I am thirty one, weigh 60kgs and am 5'4. I used to be very sedantary through all my twenties. then ... A: Glad you're motivated to be as active as you are. You ask a number of questions that require me to ... | |
| hello | 12/28/2006 |
| Q: im wondering something. im 17 years old and i work alot, and go to school during the days. on my ... A: I need to know a lot more information about you and your workouts and eating in order to answer your ... | |
| weight problem | 12/12/2006 |
| Q: I have been gaining weight for the last few months. I want to lose 12 pounds so I decided to ... A: Good question. Glad you're exercising. But to lose weight, you need to take in less calories than ... | |
| hello | 11/20/2006 |
| Q: will i have extra skin like those people who loses a lot of weight because im 5'5 and 195 poundshi i ... A: I can't say because I haven't seen you. Maybe or maybe not. I wouldn't be too concerned about that ... | |
| next level... | 11/7/2006 |
| Q: I'm a 33y.o. female, 5'5" 143lbs and have a resting heart rate of 56 bpm. I feel like I get a ... A: You can monitor your training zone using your age and resting heart rate (RHR). It's called the ... | |
| RE: Teenage weight loss | 11/6/2006 |
| Q: I am 16 years old and I am overweight. I am not what you’d call obese, more chubby I suppose! I ... A: Lucy, If you still have extra weight, it's because you are still taking in more calories than you ... | |
| Can I see improvement in 9 days? | 10/16/2006 |
| Q: Yes...instant fitness! :) Sorry, when Iw rote my question I hjusta ssumed you knew me... this is ... A: In 8 days you'll find out. Still need a lot more info. What is the interval program? How fast are ... | |
| Can I see improvement in 9 days? | 10/15/2006 |
| Q: I am scheduled to do my physical test for applying to my local police service. My cardio is holding ... A: It would have been a lot better if you had asked this question 9 weeks ago! You need instant ... | |
| treadmill question | 10/12/2006 |
| Q: Over the summer, I have been doing a lot of jogging and running outdoors. Now that it is getting ... A: You can get a good workout on a folding treadmill. In general, they are not as high-quality and ... | |
| Plan. | 10/10/2006 |
| Q: I want to get into Motocross racing, I have rode for a while but want to shapen up to race. I'm 16 ... A: Glad you're motivated to do something. I would need to know a lot more about you in order to give ... | |
| Abdominal exercises | 10/9/2006 |
| Q: toned tummy, especially the side abs. Please could you give me a list of exercises that would help, ... A: Good question and common problem. It's not a specific exercise that will flatten the side abs. ... | |
| Burning Fat | 9/30/2006 |
| Q: my name is Leanne and I am 18 years old. I've always been active in sports, except for this year, ... A: What are more beneficial, treadmills or eliptical machines? Both are good. One is not more ... | |
| My hips | 9/26/2006 |
| Q: I am petite, 5:2 and I have an apple shape. I am skinny with a big bust ( 34D-DD. I kinda feel like ... A: Glad you're interested in doing something. The best way to define your hips is through strength ... | |
| Cardio Exercise | 9/21/2006 |
| Q: I own a mini stepper but am considering purchasing an exercise bike. Can you tell me if a mini ... A: Generally speaking, effectiveness of c-v equipment is dependent upon the effort you put into the ... | |
| cardio exercise | 8/26/2006 |
| Q: two months back my weight was 104 kg..then i start cardio exercise regularly..and i lose 10 kg in 2 ... A: Glad you're exercising. It hasn't been 10kg of body fat you've lost in the first two months of your ... | |
| Protien Drinks | 8/23/2006 |
| Q: First of all – Thanks for your valuable contribution. You have helped me understand HR, Aerobic vs. ... A: Good question. The answer varies. If you're not getting sufficient protein through your regular ... | |
| fitness? | 8/17/2006 |
| Q: Is it okay to take a hot shower right after doing cardio and lifting weights? A: Good question. It depends on how intense your training was. If you're breathing hard and still ... | |
| SIT-UPS | 8/16/2006 |
| Q: WHATS THE BEST WAY TO DO A SIT UP, BECAUSE I CAN'T EVEN PULL MYSELF UP A: Good question. You shouldn't come up all the way. You should lift a small way up, that's all you ... | |
| Fat Loss | 8/15/2006 |
| Q: I've been working out for 3 times a week for three straight weeks now and I noticed that my muscles ... A: Good question. Yes, you can increase the rate of losing fat - do more aerobic exercise and/or ... | |
| workouts before bed | 8/15/2006 |
| Q: I just had a baby and started a workout program that targets new mom weight gain and body issues and ... A: Good question. It doesn't matter. What's most important is that you get into a regular workout ... | |
| showers | 8/15/2006 |
| Q: I am wondering how long I am supposed to wait after a workout to take a shower and if it should be a ... A: It depends on how vigorous the workout was. If you did hard cardio training, cool-down for about 5 ... | |
| Best aerobics classes in L.A. | 8/14/2006 |
| Q: Ken. I saw the June inquiry re: best aerobics classes in L.A. (from the out-of-towner trainee ... A: Pamela, Any luck finding a class that you're looking for? | |
| Muscle Weight versus Fat Weight | 8/9/2006 |
| Q: I have long been an avid athlete and even though I am currently not involved in team sports I ... A: Glad you're working out and glad you're interested in keeping yourself together. Keep on eating ... | |
| xrcise for thinking | 8/7/2006 |
| Q: I'm a student and want to exercise to improve my mental performance. How should I schedule my ... A: Good question. There is no simple answer to it. It varies from person to person. You have to try ... | |
| 5 afaa questions | 7/9/2006 |
| Q: I purchased the AFAA YOGA PILATES oN THE BALL CEU Course. The DVD and accompaning paperwork was ... A: I'd suggest to contact AFAA to ask your question since you purchased the course from them and they ... | |
| exercise | 7/7/2006 |
| Q: My husband and I have been trying for about 8 months I have not excersised in about 7 years and i ... A: Usually a woman's menstrual cycle is interrupted by exercise only when the exercise is of very high ... | |
| Exercise & Stomach ache | 7/5/2006 |
| Q: lately when i'm running on the treadmill or just doing extreme sports i get a pain on the lower ... A: Sorry to hear about this new problem. It's a bummer when it puts a crimp on your training program. ... | |
| time line | 7/1/2006 |
| Q: I was wondering how long I should expect it to take for me to lose an inch off my stomach area doing ... A: Glad you're working out. I can't say (or anyone else) how long it will take to lose an inch around ... | |
| Best aerobics in Los Angeles | 6/26/2006 |
| Q: I'm spending my holidays in Los Angeles (I'm from Slovenia-Europe) and I'm huge aerobics fan. ... A: Glad you're enthusiastic about teaching. Nowadays, believe it or not, it's hard to find classes to ... | |
| Foot Problem when Taking Step Aerobics | 6/26/2006 |
| Q: I have been taking step class for about 8 months, usually 4-5 times a week. Recently, when i step ... A: I haven't heard of this happening before. I'm not sure what you mean that your left leg wants to ... | |
| Clicking noise in my hip | 6/18/2006 |
| Q: I got a hip injury last November during my work out routine. It's the outer right hip and the pain ... A: As long as there is no pain associated with the noise it should not be a concern. Clicking noise is ... | |
| safe to use sauna? | 6/9/2006 |
| Q: I'm a 53 year old female.I've been using a treadmill mostly at the gym to lose weight and i'm doing ... A: Good question. Heat doesn't constrict arteries. It does the opposite. The only thing to be aware ... | |
| sports performance | 6/9/2006 |
| Q: dumb question, but I am just wondering that if too much sex is bad for sports performance? And is it ... A: Good question. It varies. Some studies show decrease sports performance. Other studies show ... | |
| Low-impact cardio? | 6/5/2006 |
| Q: I have started excersize program that includes strengh-training with light weights, yoga and ... A: How about walking? Swimming, biking, skating, eliptical trainer are all non-impact. Try some ... | |
| Best way to burn fat | 5/31/2006 |
| Q: This may seem like a no brainer, because we are taught that exercise is vital to living a healthy ... A: Good question. Exercise is beneficial for everybody. Children as young as yours do not need a ... | |
| Treadmill workout | 5/29/2006 |
| Q: I have a treadmill at home. The incline isn't adjustable when the machine is in motion. I want to ... A: If you want to lose weight, it is a matter of burning up more calories than you are taking in. You ... | |
| Treadmill workout | 5/28/2006 |
| Q: I have a treadmill at home. The incline isn't adjustable when the machine is in motion. I want to ... A: Glad you're interested in doing something to become healthier. I need to know a lot more about you ... | |
| Reduce size but staying toned | 5/20/2006 |
| Q: I have been a cardio junky for many, many years but never really did any strength training. After ... A: Been trying to respond for a few days, but the site was not accessible, so apologize for the wait. ... | |
| Losing weight in stomach area | 5/15/2006 |
| Q: I have so much trouble loosing weight in my stomach and around my hips. What is a good way of ... A: Good question. You kind of answered your own question. Despite your love for food (hey, I like it ... | |
| Losing weight in stomach area | 5/15/2006 |
| Q: I have so much trouble loosing weight in my stomach and around my hips. What is a good way of ... A: Good question. You kind of answered your own question. Despite your love for food (hey, I like it ... | |
| adding weights to be aerobic | 5/2/2006 |
| Q: i do 'the bicycle' ab exercise and wondered if, by adding ankle weights and 'pedaling' for 30-45 ... A: Good question. Actually, yes you could. However, it's more comfortable doing a regular stationary ... | |
| Fitness equipment? | 4/28/2006 |
| Q: We have decided to purchase some fitness equipment for our 9-unit condominium to set up a small ... A: Laura, Thanks for your email. Glad you're getting some exercise equipment. I wouldn't be able to ... | |
| exercise questions | 3/18/2006 |
| Q: I have a couple of questions that I am hoping you may be able to help me on. When I do an ab ... A: Good questions. As long as there is no pain associated with the noise, it's okay. Is it normal? ... | |
| how to calculate target heartrate | 3/18/2006 |
| Q: I'm a 53 year old female.In November i joined a gym mostly to feel better.I use the treadmill for ... A: I had answered this the day it came in, but apparently it did not go through for some reason. ... | |
| jiggly thighs | 3/14/2006 |
| Q: I have very large jiggly thighs that I would like to tone. I am a 53 year old female and have always ... A: Good question. To tone up your thigh muscles, you need to do strengthening exercises such as squats ... | |
| what are the target muscles groups of aerobics and what are the long and short term effects of aerobics | 2/18/2006 |
| Q: i want to ask you what are the target muscles groups of aerobics and what are the long and short ... A: this sounds like a question from an academic class. there are whole books written on the topic. ... | |
| exercise and breathing | 2/4/2006 |
| Q: about walking, i walk about 40 mins per day and some times day and day how much i have to walk per ... A: You burn approximately 100 - 150 calories per mile you walk. It depends on how much you weigh, and ... | |
| exercise and breathing | 2/4/2006 |
| Q: this is a silly question :) If instead of doing exercises to loss weight,I stil breathing ... A: Actually a good question. You will not burn very much fat or calories just by breathing rapidly. ... | |
| Popping/clicking in hip during certain exercises | 1/23/2006 |
| Q: I have an annoying popping/clicking in my hip during certain motions. It is almost always ... A: Good question. You should be concerned if and when there is pain associated with the noise. The ... | |
| Skating | 1/22/2006 |
| Q: Ken I would like to get more lower body strength and flexability for skating(hockey) and also ... A: Good question. I'd suggest to include a step machine and/or elliptical trainer into your ... | |
| AB | 1/19/2006 |
| Q: YOU WERE RIGHT. AWESOME. A: My pleasure. Keep 'em musclen hard. You CAN do it. I'm 52, the sixpack is still solid. People ... | |
| Certification | 1/12/2006 |
| Q: I plan on highering instructors to do the teaching, however I don't think it will hurt if I also get ... A: Mia, You ask a simple question that does not have a simple answer! There is a lot to talk about, ... | |
| Certification | 1/11/2006 |
| Q: The reason for my becoming certified is that I am researching opening up a fitness studio. The focus ... A: Wow, where do I start? Are you planning on teaching a lot of classes or a majority of classes ... | |
| Certification | 1/9/2006 |
| Q: I am interested in becoming certified for a number of different classes; Kickboxing, Step, Dance ... A: Good question. Certification is a process that tests your knowledge and ability to conduct various ... | |
| exercise routine while in college | 1/7/2006 |
| Q: Im getting ready to go back for my second semester of my sophmore year of college and I was ... A: Glad you're motivated to exercise. I couldn't give you a program to do unless I knew a lot more ... | |
| Firming stomach | 12/17/2005 |
| Q: My stomach has increased in size lately. I want your advise on exercises that are simple but which ... A: Good question. Gaining size means you're taking in more calories than you are expending. You need ... | |
| sixpack and healthy leantissue gain | 12/17/2005 |
| Q: what is the best way to get six pack, and still put on muscles and toned? as i do know that most of ... A: Good question. Can't begin to answer it though, because I know nothing about you. If I, or anyone ... | |
| exercise routine | 12/16/2005 |
| Q: I need help and advice on creating a exercise routine. I dont have the time to go to a gym nor do I ... A: Glad you're interested in working out. I can't begin to answer your questions because I know ... | |
| hello | 12/8/2005 |
| Q: i can go out and buy a few thing too. what will be the best thing to buy? is it safe to walk outside ... A: Glad you want to do something. You can do lots of exercises around the house... stretching, ... | |
| Progessing my exercise | 12/7/2005 |
| Q: I quite new to exercise, and at the moment, I do running on a treadmill and then do some toning ... A: Glad you are motivated to exercise. I need to know a lot more information about you to be able to ... | |
| Fitness gift ideas | 12/1/2005 |
| Q: My father herniated a disc in his back last summer, although he has pretty much made a full recovery ... A: There's a lot of fitness accessories out there. But why risk the chance of getting him something he ... | |
| Exercise | 12/1/2005 |
| Q: 1. Is it OK to have a cold shower after a workout or running session? Its winter here...so would it ... A: 1. Is it OK to have a cold shower after a workout or running session? You should wait until your ... | |
| exercise question | 11/18/2005 |
| Q: I guess I have a simple question to ask. When you do sit ups, should you hold your breath or not. ... A: Good question. You should breathe regularly. Why hold your breath? You'll pass out! Try exhaling ... | |
| Workout Design | 10/13/2005 |
| Q: I'm interested in yoga and pilates but dont know how to incorporate them along with my weights and ... A: Good question. Glad you're interested in yoga and Pilates. I would need to know a lot more about ... | |
| I Just Was Informed: | 10/5/2005 |
| Q: I just read an article about stretching and how its not that important to do it n the beginning of a ... A: Stretching at the beginning may not help prevent injuries or soreness, which is why you've read ... | |
| Thigh muscle | 9/21/2005 |
| Q: I've been on a strict exercising schedule the last three months to lose weight and have managed to ... A: You answered your own question. Avoid tension on the bike to avoid building too much muscle. It ... | |
| mini stepper | 9/6/2005 |
| Q: will excercising on a mini stepper tone and shape your glutes? A: It depends on: - your fitness level. - the actual machine you are using. - how much effort you put ... | |
| Belly | 9/3/2005 |
| Q: Ken I am a 46 year old male.I work out regularly with weights and a stationary cycle. FirstI have a ... A: One kind of aerobic exercise is not better than another, despite advertising to the contrary. It's ... | |
| aerobics | 7/29/2005 |
| Q: How long should I exercise to get aerobic benefits.Some experts say 20 minutes,some say 15.I would ... A: There is no exact minimum time you need to do to get aerobic benefits. That is why you see ... | |
| calf size | 6/29/2005 |
| Q: I am currently starting to jog and I find that my muscles are pretty tight(and my calves are pretty ... A: Glad you started jogging. Your calves aren't though. That's why they are saying "ouch" to you. ... | |
| tired of being tired! | 6/27/2005 |
| Q: i'm a 22 yr old single woman living in cairo. i lead a very slow-paced life and don't work out at ... A: Yes I can help you with a program, but because I don't know anything about you, it's not very smart ... | |
| Fitness | 6/15/2005 |
| Q: I am 18 years old (almost) and I just finished my exams. I am at home all day because both my ... A: There are books written about the questions you ask! Without knowing more about you, I can't begin ... | |
| 6 to 8 packs? | 6/6/2005 |
| Q: Hope you'll be able to answer my question. I am a 16 year old male. I have a six-pack. But my lower ... A: Unless I saw you, I couldn't give you suggestions of what to do to reshape your body. Seeing a ... | |
| ? | 5/31/2005 |
| Q: Good exercises for staying fit and healthy (something that relieves tension on your muscles, ... A: There are many books and magazines that show you 20 - 30 minute workouts. You should access that ... | |
| tips. | 5/24/2005 |
| Q: i was wondering if you can tell me if there are any exercises out there that can help reduce the fat ... A: You're right. Genetics. Choose different parents next time. Keep walking, watch your diet, when ... | |
| hey | 5/21/2005 |
| Q: hey, im a female highschool freshman and now that soccer season is ending i need some new ways to ... A: There are so many ways to keep fit it's hard to recommend where to start. What counts it finding ... | |
| walking and the joints | 5/17/2005 |
| Q: ------------------------- Followup To Sorry, I guess I wasn't clear. I meant if someone did not ... A: Good question. Actually, if someone did not currently have arthritis or a problem in the knee or ... | |
| running too hard? | 4/28/2005 |
| Q: I'm a 29 year old male, about 5'8" who currently weighs 175 lbs. I'd like to lose at least 20 lbs ... A: Glad you like to workout. May I ask what you want to lose the weight for? Is it excess fat you ... | |
| Exercise technique | 4/8/2005 |
| Q: I wanted to know what exercise technique I would need to do in order to lose some inches around my ... A: Extra unwanted inches is extra fat. To get rid of fat, you have to be more active physically, and ... | |
| heart rate | 3/24/2005 |
| Q: I am having a hard time understanding the formula for taking the heart rate. is there an easy way to ... A: A. take your age. B. subtract that number from 220. C. the result is your approximate maximum ... | |
| My training | 3/20/2005 |
| Q: I am a 22 year-old male, weigh 70kgs (around 150lbs) and 180cm high (5foot 8? Don't know how to ... A: You ask many questions which I need much more information to answer correctly. I'll briefly address ... | |
| Need exercise help! | 3/14/2005 |
| Q: I am a 22 yr.-old female with an average frame, about 135-150 lbs and 5'5". However, my arms are ... A: There are no exercises or programs that will help you lose inches just in the arms or any other body ... | |
| "Toning up" | 3/12/2005 |
| Q: I have a question for you regarding toning up. I have an extremely petite frame standing 5'5 and 119 ... A: Kind of hard to tell you what you're doing wrong because I can't see you, and I don't know how much ... | |
| aerobic conditioning | 3/3/2005 |
| Q: how can proprioception training be incorporated into aerobic conditioning? A: What type of proprioception are you interested in? For what age groups and physiological ... | |
| fees | 2/14/2005 |
| Q: how many step aerobics classes is it possiblle to teach per day/week without health hazards?What is ... A: How many step aerobics classes is it possible to teach per day/week without health hazards? Depends ... | |
| exercise | 2/13/2005 |
| Q: Can you please tell me if doing hula hoop is good for you? Is it resistance training or cardio? What ... A: Hula hoop can give you a bit of cardio exercise if you keep it up continuously and vigorously. It's ... | |
| exercise videos | 1/12/2005 |
| Q: I'm a long-time moderate (1-4x/week) exerciser. I've done classes, machines (elliptical, recumbent, ... A: Glad you're motivated to get active again. Recommend a video, huh? Where do I start?! There are ... | |
| Legs | 1/5/2005 |
| Q: I am a 45 year old male,ingood health and active,but with short stubby legs. I started a weight ... A: Since you stated that you wanted to get more speed for playing soccer and hockey, you have not gone ... | |
| Problem Areas | 11/13/2004 |
| Q: I am trying to lose the "flab" around my waist and my inner thighs. My fat seems to target those two ... A: Good question. Common problem. Continue to do crunches for abs and leg strengthening to firm those ... | |
| push ups | 10/4/2004 |
| Q: What do push ups do? What parts of the body do they strengthen? Do they help in making your abs ... A: Push-ups strengthen chest, shoudlers and triceps. If you keep your back from arching, your ... | |
| pilates | 10/4/2004 |
| Q: I just purchased Windsor pilates. Are you at all familiar with them? I haven't started them yet,and ... A: Depends on what kind of shape you are in to begin with. If you're real fit, it will have minimal ... | |
| low impact | 9/24/2004 |
| Q: I am trying to improve my 'wind' for the upcoming old timer hockey season.My feet(arches) cannot ... A: Glad you want to prepare for the upcoming hockey activities. Your body will be appreciative, too. ... | |
| Slapping Abs When Doing Situps? | 9/14/2004 |
| Q: For some reason, my brother called me the other day and asked me that when he is doing situps, it ... A: No question is silly. It might be of use in terms of motivation, if it helps him get through the ... | |
| Gazelle equipment | 8/25/2004 |
| Q: I am trying to figure out if a reasonably fit person can get a good workout using a Tony Little ... A: Good question. Your circumstance is common by the way. If you have not been exercising at all, you ... | |
| body | 7/3/2004 |
| Q: i have a problem with my belly. i'm generally slim. however, whenever i eat ar drink anything my ... A: Yes, do abdominal exercises to help keep the torso area flatter and firmer. Eating food just ... | |
| Stairclimber vs. Elliptical | 6/28/2004 |
| Q: I work out at a health club, and I do a variety of cardio equipment. My question is about the ... A: Machines are preprogrammed to give an estimate of number of calories burned. It is not accurate by ... | |
| cardio | 6/17/2004 |
| Q: i really want to tone up and i have bad knees so its hard for me to do a lot of cardio such as ... A: Yes you can get plenty of results. But, the results you get depend on: - how much lifting you do ... | |
| I watched the Golf Fitness... | 6/5/2004 |
| Q: I watched the Golf Fitness Academy tv show on saterday. They were talking about fitness and they ... A: What they didn't tell you, is WHAT it's better for! In terms of improving aerobic strength, yes it ... | |
| I have flabby thighs. Can... | 4/30/2004 |
| Q: I have flabby thighs. Can you recommend any exercises to lose flabby thighs? A: Yes. Aerobic exercise like walking, jogging, bike, row, dance, hike, skate, swim, etc. helps burn ... | |
| weight loss | 4/29/2004 |
| Q: im 16 years old... about 1 and a 1/2 years ago I started running because i was really out of shape. ... A: It's a complicated question you have, and there is no simple answer without knowing more about you. ... | |
| Working out at home | 4/14/2004 |
| Q: I've recently started working out at home to an aerobics show on TV. Problem is I live in a ... A: Good for you for exercising at home. Keep it up. Don't go cheap, you get what you pay for pretty ... | |
| shin splints | 3/28/2004 |
| Q: Can you tell me a good way to decrease my risk of getting shin splints when I walk on the treadmill. ... A: Ouch, shin splints are not fun. To stretch: you have to put your feet in a position called planter ... | |
| breast size | 3/13/2004 |
| Q: could you tell me how can i make my breast look bigger? thanks A: Chest exercises can build muscle, which will make the breasts look bigger. Push-ups are an exercise ... | |
| Aerobics and Weight Lifting | 3/10/2004 |
| Q: I have a fairly balanced workout schedule today, taking step aerobics 2-3 times a week and lifting ... A: Don't you dare decide upon one or the other. Just kidding. But, they are both good and both are ... | |
| hi,im 16,female and i would... | 2/29/2004 |
| Q: im 16,female and i would like to become very phyisicaly fit. i have lots of time and an exercise ... A: Glad you're interested and motivated to get fit. There are so many ways to become fit, it is ... | |
| Hula Hoop Workout | 2/25/2004 |
| Q: I love to do the hula hoop and I'm quite good at it. Is there any good way to use it in a workout? ... A: Keep on wigglin. It's burning a few calories if you keep it up continuously and it gets you ... | |
| Fitness Routine | 2/18/2004 |
| Q: I am a 30 yr old mom of 2. I was going to a gym for a long time until about a year ago when I ... A: Hey Val, Thanks for your note. You may find out you don't even have to work out that much harder ... | |
| Fitness Routine | 2/17/2004 |
| Q: I am a 30 yr old mom of 2. I was going to a gym for a long time until about a year ago when I ... A: Good for you for being motivated to get yourself working out again and very good for you for wanting ... | |
| aerobic vs. anaerobic exercise | 2/14/2004 |
| Q: Allen, I want to lose some weight and get in shape. Unfortunately, as of now my only knowledge ... A: Yes its okay to be working anaerobically and you are burning calories no doubt when you do. ... | |
| Treadmills | 2/9/2004 |
| Q: Alan, I am anticipating purchasing a motorized treadmill to use when the weather is bad or when ... A: Hey Mike, You can get a treadmill in that price range. Whether it will be fairly reliable or not ... | |
| Over-training? | 11/13/2003 |
| Q: I workout daily for about 2 hours, first alternating running/walking at a steep incline for about 50 ... A: Yep, I'd think from the info you told me you are overtraining. I understand completely with your ... | |
| alternatives to crunches | 7/2/2003 |
| Q: I have had brain, neck and spinal cord surgery and have a permanent drainage tube in my spinal cord ... A: Yes there are other options you can do. With your situation, you need to be shown and monitored in ... | |
| Cardio workout moves | 6/28/2003 |
| Q: Any ideas on some challenging cardio workout moves I can put together into a tough cardio routine? ... A: Sure, but how do I explain it in writing so that it makes sense to you?! Writing out (and reading) ... | |
| Running uphill and heart rate | 5/25/2003 |
| Q: For many months now I have been speed-walking and jogging uphill on a treadmill. I started at level ... A: It is because you are more fit, not less fit. The more fit you become, you work more efficiently. ... | |
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To build a strong body, build a strong body of knowledge. Exercise workouts, training programs, classes, program design, workout music, motivation. Cardio, strength, flexibility.
Experience
AeroBeat.com, the first fitness music company. Program design/choreography, 7 Richard Simmons videos. Co-star, 4 Time-Life Medical exercise videos. Chapter author: "Physical Activity Instruction of Older Adults" (Human Kinetics), "Fitness Theory and Practice" (AFAA), "Fitness for Travelers" (ACE). Lecturer, California State University, Fullerton California, Department of Kinesiology.
Organizations
ACE, ACSM, AFAA, IDEA, NSCA, CAHPERD
Publications
Men's Fitness, Men's Health, Men's Journal, Shape, Weight Watchers, O, Self...
Education/Credentials
Certifications: ACE, ACSM, AFAA.
Awards and Honors
IDEA Fitness Instructor of the Year
Past/Present Clients
Previous clients... Jodi Foster, Priscilla Presley, Barbra Streisand, Sylvester Stallone...
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