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At-Home Resistance Band Workout

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Running out of at-home workout options? Getting bored with your same-old workout routines? The key is variety. Don’t forget about the resistance band! If you have one, pull it out, dust if off, and work your muscles in a whole new way with these moves. The resistance band is an awesome tool if you have little space to work out.  It also works your muscles differently than weights, providing resistance during the eccentric part of each exercise, rather than just the concentric portion. If you don’t have one, you can order one on Amazon inexpensively. Do 2-3 sets of each …

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Which Comes First: Cardio or Weights?

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  When you first enter a gym, what do you gravitate toward?  The treadmills and other cardio machines, or the weights and strength training equipment?  Have you ever wondered if you should be doing one before the other? First, let me say that both cardiovascular exercise and resistance training are very important to achieve and maintain optimal health and fitness, and the way you order your workout does make a difference.  If you have the time, you may want to do your cardio in the morning, and strength training in the afternoon or evening, or vice versa.  However, this is …