Ann Prokenpek - NASM Fitness Expert

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Can my child benefit from resistance training?

Absolutely positively great stuff for children.  In the past, people believed that

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What strength training exercises should I do?

Before I design a workout program for anyone we discuss goals, fitness level, previous injuries,

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How can balance exercises improve physical health?

Balance exercises improve physical health by enhancing joint stabilization and postural... Full Answer

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Can plyometric training help me lose weight?

Plyometric training is a great addition to your workout, but you need to be careful if you are... Full Answer

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What are other alternatives to aerobic activity and strength training?

There are no real alternatives to aerobic activity and strength training if you want to maintain... Full Answer

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What are advanced core strength training exercises?

There are a lot of great core strength training exercises.  Some of my favorites are the

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Is it important to do resistance training if all I do for exercise is run?

Yes.  It is very important to include resistance training into your workout routine.  In... Full Answer

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Is strength training considered a weight-bearing exercise?

Yes.  Strength training is a weight-bearing exercise.  Strength training puts a load

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Can weight lifting be considered cardio training?

Yes, especially if you are performing circuits while weight lifting.  Circuits are performed... Full Answer

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Is strength training or cardio training more effective for weight loss?

Aerobic exercise is a great way to lose weight in addtion to making sure that you consume fewer... Full Answer

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How can having a dog help me become more social?

Having a dog usually gets people out walking in places they may not have walked before such as a... Full Answer

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Is walking my dog a good way to exercise?

Walking your dog is a great way to get in some exercise.  Dogs love to walk, but in order to... Full Answer

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Why do diets not work for long-term weight loss?

Diets typically don't work because they force us to eliminate foods we love, they restrict us to... Full Answer

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What are the keys to hunger-free weight loss?

What works for me is grazing all day and setting a goal of only 1lb per week weight loss. 

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What are some popular weight-loss diets?

New weight loss diets are popping up every day.  The most common include Atkins, Zone,

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