You only have to look at Madonna to know that Ashtanga yoga is a great way to get fit and lose weight. However, few people realise that the key element in any Ashtanga yoga session is the Sun Salutation sequence. Most Ashtanga yoga classes use the Sun Salutation as a warm up first, and... »

This is a great package for those looking to help them achieve their New Year Resolutions to get fit. The DVD “30 Minutes To Fitness: Weights Workout” featuring Kelly Coffey-Meyer provides easy to understand lessons on weight training. The Valeo dumbbells are attractively colored and come in various sizes. The DVD has two workouts, each... »

Weight training is not as complex as many people think. For any one weight training session you should concentrate on no more than 5 different exercises to start with. Here is a list of 20 exercises that are ideal for beginners to weight training. We have split them into upper body, lower body, core... »

Many women think that weight training is an exercise activity for men only. But this is simply not true. Weight training is not only a great way to get in shape, it also boosts metabolism to help lose weight. Also, being stronger makes everyday tasks easier for you, whether it is carrying a... »

Rihanna is in excellent shape and admits that her great body is all down to hard work. She exercises hard, works her muscles and eats a healthy diet. Rihanna’s Low Carb Approach Rihanna recognizes that carbs are a problem for her, as the sugars in carbohydrates are quickly turned to fat. To control this she often... »

This workout video is perfect for toning bums, tums and thighs. These workouts will target those stubborn areas to reduce fat and tone muscles. Warning: The sound is not good on this video, the trainer speaks quietly and the music is very loud! Nevertheless, it is worth watching to learn the correct form... »

1. Squats No other exercise targets your butt, hips and thighs as well as squats. They are also very easy to do. Just stand with your feet apart, then squat down until your thigh approach horizontal, and lift up again. If your legs are weak, use a chair for support. 2. Lunges Lunges are a close... »

In 2009 we are going to see a seismic shift in how people get fit. For the last 20 years people have flocked to large commercial gyms after the holiday season to start shedding some post Christmas turkey fat in time to hit the beaches the following summer. This is traditionally the time of... »

Although there are many ways to lose weight, from cabbage soup diets and detox fasts to intensive cardio training and military boot camps, the basic rules remain the same. Weight loss is not rocket science. You do not need a personal nutritionist to create your menu or a fitness instructor to take you through... »

If you wish to lose weight and slim your belly, then follow these rules. Please note that “spot reduction”, that is reduction of fat from one body part, is not possible. So knowing how to lose belly fat is actually knowing how to lose weight, as the only way to lose belly fat is... »

Exercise plan that will help you get rid of unwanted cellulite for good. Step 1 – Cardio Exercises A health diet can help you prevent cellulite, but it will not get rid of it. The only way you can remove cellulite and have a smooth bum, tummy and thighs is by exercising regularly! Exercise will not only... »

We are pleased to report that MotleyHealth.com, the leading Global Wellness brand, has recently launched its new dedicated online Christmas fitness gift shop. The store contains a wide selection of products from supplements and nutrition to fitness equipment, home gym and clothing. Lots of product discounts becoming available leading up to Christmas too. Admin note: G9FMMARJZT7B »

Coleen Nolan’s DiscoBurn A message from Coleen Nolan I lost three stone last year with my first DVD, but like most women I know how hard it is to keep the pounds off for good. The key to long term weight loss success is motivation and with my new DVD workout I’ve lost another two... »

If you are busy, not able to get up early in the morning or have no time for the gym, then just follow this 20 minute home work out to stay healthy and fit. 1. Jog in one place for 3 minutes Simple light jogging on the spot. 2. Jumping jacks: 25 repeats When landing, bend your... »

Yoga has proved its efficacy in almost all aspects of health. Sexual health also happens to be an essential aspect of being healthy, and Yoga has not barred sex from its holistic health planning. In fact yoga practices have laid great emphasis on healthy sexual life. A good number of yoga asanas and exercises... »

There are two ways to effectively increase your metabolism, to enable you to burn more fat; 1. Exercise more, and specifically build more muscle (aerobics is not as effective as resistance training). 2. Eat fat burning foods (remember, not eating actually slows fat burning (lipolysis), which means starvation diets can make you fatter!). By eating fat burning... »

This is a simple free weight exercise routine, performed by Lyen Wong, that works all the leg muscles. These exercises really help to firm the thighs and butt. Lyen Wong’s Fitness Contest history 2007 2nd place Miss Universe Fitness, NAC International, Hamburg/Germany 2nd place Miss Fitness, Intl. German championships NAC, Ludwigsfelde/Germany 3rd place Miss Bikini at Mr. Olympia,... »

Terms such as yogalates often seem to be a typical fitness con/fad designed to make a quick buck from poorly advised people looking to lose weight. At first, I thought that the term yogalates was a complete joke. To start with, many of the exercises in Pilates are taking directly from various schools Yoga.... »