FITNESS

  A common question among men and women looking for a workout routine is whether or not using a stationary bike will make thighs bigger or smaller. Women in particular may not want to take the time to exercise only to have their thighs get bigger. Strong legs as a result of stationary biking are desirable, but big legs may not be a wanted result. Unless you are training for a tremendous amount a day with heavy resistance, a stationary bike will not make your thighs bigger. This exercise is a great aerobic activity to improve the strength of your leg muscles and make them leaner over time. Using a stationary bike is the perfect non-impact aerobic activity to burn calories, lose weight, and attain slimmer legs in that your legs are doing all of the hard work. As long as you limit the bike’s resistance, it can also help you lose weight, flatten your abs, and slim your thighs, giving you an overall healthier look when combined with a healthy diet.   Bigger Thighs Are Not From Cycl...

  Weight training is an excellent way to build your muscles and get into shape. If you have an exercise area outdoors, you might be worried about the problems you could face if your weights get wet. To have continuous, successful workouts, you will benefit from weights that are in tip-top shape. So, is it bad for weights to get wet? It is bad for weights to get wet over and over again. Cleaning them is one thing, but leaving them outside for extended periods of time can be detrimental in several weather conditions. It is important to take care of your weights so they will last. Read on to learn more about the negative effects of your weights getting wet, along with tips on how to make your weights last in any outdoor situation. Metal weights are prone to rust, while rubber weights can be damaged from too much exposure to UV radiation. In any case, you should take precautions to protect your weights. Is It Bad For Weights To Get Wet? It is bad for weights to get wet, but maybe not f...

  Regular exercise is among the most important keys to maintain good physical and mental health while aging. Many people like to go out for a run or go swimming, but for those who like to work out in the comfort of their own home, the exercise bike is one of the most popular choices. Anyway, is the indoor cycling workout suitable for the elderly? In this article, we talk about why exercise bikes are a great choice for seniors and which models are to be recommended. Have fun  Why Exercise Bikes Are Suitable for Seniors Especially in old age, exercise is extremely important to maintain physical and mental health. So, there’s no doubt that seniors should regularly participate in exercise. But why should they choose an exercise bike when there are thousands of other options such as treadmills, rowing machines or ellipticals? Above all, working out with an exercise bike has the advantage that it is very easy on the joints and that you can hardly do anything wrong. While running, fo...

  Should You Go B ackwards on an Elliptical?   Ellipticals are some of the most popular pieces of workout equipment used worldwide. They are great for working muscles in different areas of the body while providing an exercise routine that is not so strenuous. However, will going backward on an elliptical offer the same results after a workout? Performing backward motions on an elliptical is something that fitness experts recommend because it adds a new element to your routine, engages new muscles, burns more calories, and provides an indirect form of cross-training.  This article will explain why you should go backward on the elliptical, offer tips you can try that incorporate going backward, highlight the differences between going forward and backward on an elliptical, and provide workout examples that use both forms of movement. Why You Should Go Backwards on an Elliptical Until now, you may not have known that it is possible to pedal backward on an elliptical. However,...