IHRSA - Fitness

Fitness-Related Articles

Spring 2008

Fit to Lead
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has had many superstar careers, but there's always been one constant: exercise. As he attempts to reform California's health-care system, promoting the fitness lifestyle is as vital to him as ever.

Fearless at 50
To TV personality and Alzheimer's advocate Leeza Gibbons, age is just a number.

Exercise: A Little Does a Lot
New studies continue to prove that even small amounts of exercise provide big benefits.

Winter 2008

Get a Lift at the Gym
Even the "King of Cardio" now stresses weight training.

Kathy Smith's Top 10
A fitness pioneer shares her favorite tips.

Exercise: It's Better Than Drugs
Research shows exercise can stimulate tissue repair better than prescription medicine.

The Fun Factor
How your club can keep you motivated.

Blade Runner
On ice or in tights, Apolo Ohno's a winner.

Spring 2007

Flex Appeal
LL Cool J's innovative training can help even non-superstars get fit

Never Too Late
Seniors are finding healthier, fuller lives through exercise

September 2006

Hot Tips: Treadmill Training
Maximize your treadmill training

The 12-Minute Lower-Body Blast
Speedy sculpting with the synergy set

The Aerobic Paradox
The secret to fat loss is to get all mixed up

January 2006

A Job You Can Love
Is a career in fitness right for you?

A Pilates Primer
The core components of a pilates workout

Cardio Smarts
Maximize your cardio time with these key training strategies

September 2005

A Step Ahead
7 shoes that meet most runners' needs

Bundles of Joy
Fitness keeps this Hollywood family sane

Closing Time
Here's just a sample of research proving the dramatic life-enhancing benefits of exercise

Cut to the Chase
We asked two experts how to get the most out of your limited gym time

Fiscally Fit
You may be surprised to learn that you can save money by living a healthy lifestyle

Getting Personal
Hiring a personal trainer takes the mystery out of exercise, making fitness work for you

Start Me Up
Just joined a health club? Here's a primer on getting comfortable with your new surroundings.