Tag Archives: exercise

Efficient exercises that give you the biggest bang for your buck

Here is the scenario: you decide to start running in an attempt to get in shape. You run five times a week and see immediate changes to your body. After a few months you notice a bit of a plateau … Continue reading →

10 resistance band exercises to do anywhere

Resistance bands are one of our favorite products here at FEI. It’s hard to find another piece of exercise equipment that is as versatile, portable, and easy to use as an exercise band. Today we want to share with you … Continue reading →

20 effective exercise ball exercises

Exercise balls are often an overlooked piece of equipment at the gym. Who has time for the brightly-colored bouncy balls when there is a full weight rack available to help you develop those muscles, right? Wrong. Exercise balls are a … Continue reading →

5 things to do before you workout

One of the best things you can do to make sure you stay on track and reach your fitness goals is schedule your workouts. Many of us are pressed for time, so we often just show up at the gym … Continue reading →

Fewer than a third of high school students receive recommended amount of PE

Students tend to either love or hate physical education classes in school. Despite how students may feel about the classes, physical education programs in schools directly benefit students’ physical health. However, recent data shows that students are not getting the … Continue reading →

5 reasons to start working out at work

Yes, you read the title right. Working out at the office helps you save time and avoid the temptations of your home. Some studies even suggest that exercising at the office can boost professional performance. Here are 5 reasons from … Continue reading →

Video: the total-body kettlebell HIIT workout

High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is a training technique in which short bursts of maximum effort exercise are followed by short, sometimes active recovery periods. This type of training is great if you’re looking to lose weight because it gets your … Continue reading →

Small amounts of exercise can improve adult ADHD symptoms

A study from the University of Georgia found that a small amount of exercise can help to reduce ADHD symptoms in adults. Researchers asked 32 men with elevated ADHD symptoms to cycle at a moderate intensity for 20 minutes on … Continue reading →

Small amounts of exercise can lead to healthier kids

It is hard to get adults to exercise. It is even harder to get kids to exercise. Historically, it has been difficult to get children to exercise. A combination of inexpensive junk food, shorter gym class and recess time, larger … Continue reading →

9 reasons you feel sluggish during your workout

Has this ever happened to you? You walk into the gym feeling pumped for your group fitness class. About five minutes into the workout you’re having trouble keeping up with the rest of the class and are feeling sluggish. You … Continue reading →