Shoulder Exercise – Rocky Presses

Sometimes also know as the Bradford Press, this exercise is mainly aimed at the shoulders, although the Tricep muscle is given a good workout at the same time. It is an ideal exercise for those starting out with lifting weights, as your back is supported by the back of the bench seat. For the purpose [...]

How to Avoid Heart Disease

Heart disease consists of a number of problems affecting blood vessels in the heart and throughout the body. The types of heart disease are: Coronary artery disease, which is also known as CAD, is the most common form of heart disease that leads to heart attacks. CAD is when the arteries become hard and narrow. [...]

Straight leg sit ups

Straight leg sit ups

Video: A demonstration of an advanced sit up targeting your abs.

Upright Barbell Rows for a Stronger Back, Trap, Shoulder

The upright barbell rows will help to strengthen your back, which is why it’s one of the best back exercises. It will also go after your shoulders and traps. This exercise will help cut your shoulders and traps while building the muscles in your back. To perform the upright barbell rows, you will need a [...]

Cable tricep extension – one arm

When you have hit a plateau and your triceps just do not seem to be gaining anymore muscle, grab the cables. Working out the triceps with cables will get you over the hump so you can still build your muscles. There is a difference when working with cables versus working with weights. The cables are [...]

Tasty Chicken Marengo Recipe

Ingredients 8 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless 1 thinly sliced medium onion 1/2 cup dry white wine 2 crushed cloves garlic 1/2 teaspoon ground thyme 1 bay leaf 3 springs parsley 1 cup 98fat-free chicken broth 2 cups diced Italian style tomatoes 18 pearl onions 1 pound sliced mushrooms Juice of 1 large lemon 1 cup [...]

Traditional Slow Cooked Rump Roast

Ingredients 1/4 cup flour 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 5 pound rump of beef 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 2 sweet onions, sliced 2 carrots, peeled and cubed Herbs and other seasonings as desired (I like Tarragon) 1 cup liquid (1/2 wine and 12 beef broth)* Other vegetables if desired (like potatoes or mushrooms) [...]

Low Cost Weight Training

Want to get into some weight training but can’t afford a full set of weights yet? Well if you use your imagination you can. There are many household items which you can use and still reap the benefits of weight training. To start off weight training you don’t necessarily require a home weight gym. If [...]

Workout with a medicine ball

Workout with a medicine ball

Video: Using a medicine ball in your fitness routine can help strengthen your abs and back.

Bicep Workout

Bicep Workout

Video: A fitness professional goes through a workout that targets your biceps.