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General Health & Fitness Articles
Under the broad subject of health & fitness are many highly targeted sub-topics. Those sub-topics are covered in the other Departments of this site.
But in between the broad subject and the highly targeted sub-topics are a good number of general topic areas that apply to all levels of physical fitness.
We will cover those areas in this department.
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Simplify Your Fitness Program With 'Micro-varying'
by Joey Atlas
A silly myth called the 'fitness plateau' has many people believing "you're supposed tho change your exercise program every 2 or 3 months or your body gets used to what you are doing then nothing happens and you stop getting results..." - This myth is one of the reasons so many people are unsuccessful at the attempt to reach their desired fitness goals. . . . keep reading
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Deadly Fitness Myths
by Joey Atlas
Numerous myths and misconceptions about exercise and nutrition have created widespread confusion and a subsequent lack of fitness success in the general population. In this article, I will dispel these falsehoods to clear the way for a clean mental slate upon which we will place the foundation of your new belief system. . . . keep reading
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Fatness to Fitness - Part 1
by Joey Atlas
[This is the introduction section of my book which is due out by early 2008.] The journey to overall fitness of mind, body and spirit often has many twists and turns, but do not be discouraged. Sometimes, reaching our goal simply requires us to embrace the road less traveled by being true to ourselves and remaining focused on the ultimate goal of improving our overall well-being. . . . keep reading
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The Great Stretching Debate
by Joey Atlas
Stretching is the most overlooked and underestimated element of optimal health and fitness. This can be largely attributed to the fact that stretching for flexibility is also extremely misunderstood and often confused with other forms of exercise such as yoga and Pilates. . . . keep reading
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Workout Schedule Tool: My Top Fitness Pick
by Joey Atlas
Your fitness success depends on your daily commitment to exercise. Scheduling your workouts into a day planner or calendar is one of the simplest yet most effective strategies for helping you 'stick with the program'. There are many ways to do this, yet most people do not employ this easy strategy. Here is my top pick for making this as easy (and fun) as possible. Bonus: IT'S A FREE FITNESS TOOL!! . . . keep reading
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Body Composition, Fat and Fitness -- Part 2 of 2
In part 1 of this 2 part series I addressed the importance of body-fat monitoring and how it relates to your heath, fitness, quality of life and longevity. In this article I will highlight the most common methods of measurement and my top pick for easy & accurate body fat measuring and monitoring for gradual fitness progression and long term success. . . . keep reading
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Body Composition, Fat and Fitness -- Part 1 of 2
by Joey Atlas
Body composition, body fat, body weight and fitness -- the relationship between these four elements is confusing for most people. As all four are inter-related, they each effect or are affected by the others. Simplifying and understanding this relationship will help you define or refine your long term fitness goals with clarity and purpose, whether you are a beginner or a seasoned fitness veteran. . . . keep reading
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Fitness Lifestyle Blueprint: Your Start-Up/Re-Start Roadmap For All Fitness Levels
by Joey Atlas
Starting (or Re-Starting) a fitness program can be confusing, overwhelming and extremely frustrating. There are so many factors to consider and organize if you expect to make continuous progress. It is the lack of attention to one or more of these elements that can be responsible for the 'Fitness Failure Epidemic'. This Blueprint illustrates all of these factors that must be addressed if you expect to achieve optimal, lifelong health and fitness. . . . keep reading
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Gym Germs: What You Don't Know Can Hurt You
by Joey Atlas
In the health clubs and even in your own home gym, germs, pathogens, bugs and bacteria are all present. These microorganisms are a common part of our existence. However, without proper maintenance and hygeine, any workout area can become a breeding ground for harmful microbes. This is one of the reasons people can't figure out why 'they get sick'. The passing around of germs you can't see is quite easy and frequent . . . keep reading
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Exercise Form Can Make or Break Your Fitness
by Joey Atlas
Sedentary fitness beginners as well as seasoned fitness veterans hold several similarities in their overall fitness programs. One of them, using proper exercise form, is extremely important no matter what stage of your fitness journey you are in. The following Q & A reveals some surprising but helpful answers... . . . keep reading
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