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Man versus machines? In the realm of fitness at least man seems to be winning.Despite a gym floor bulging with weight-lifting equipment, fitness experts said the only thing people need to push, pull and lift is the weight of their own body."If more people knew you could get a good physique using your body as a bar bell, they could take matters into their own hands," said Bret Contreras, author of "Bodyweight Strength Training Anatomy," a guide to bodyweight-only workouts aimed at everyone from the exercise-challenged to the personal trainer.Known as "the Glute Guy," Arizona-based Contreras has been resistance training for 21 years. But in high school, he couldn't do a push-up."At 15 I was so skinny people used to make jokes," the 37-year old said. "I just got so tired of being made fun of I decided to take charge."Often thought of as a stepping stone to weight training, bodyweight training can be a complete, whole body workout in itself, Contreras said.Once the person masters the simpl...
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We all have friends who, despite hectic schedules, never miss a day at the gym. Who can't stop talking about the next 10K. Who can't stop smiling after yoga class. S...
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Exercise machines are simple—too simple, in fact. According to metabolic training expert BJ Gaddour, C.S.C.S. owner of StreamFIT.com, "They've been dumbed down to th...
Having trouble sticking to your exercise regimen? Maybe you're not doing the right exercises for your "fitness personality," suggests Linda Shelton, a fitness expert...
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