Flexibility: The Most Overlooked Component of Health (and How it Can Increase Muscle Mass)

What does "being fit" mean to you? Does it mean having a low-level of body fat? The ability to run long distances? The ability to run short distances quickly? Having a low BMI? Having huge muscles? Being fit means different things to different people. However, many experts … Continue reading →

Yoga for Dudes

So...I know quite a few people in the fitness industry, as well as many more who simply lead active and healthy lifestyles. They all pride themselves on eating healthy, working out regularly, and staying active. What continually shocks me however, is the number of guys in this large group of … Continue reading →

Acrobatic Conditioning- the Least You Need To Know

Article By Alex Dial of Share It Fitness The word "acrobatic" can be quite daunting. It conjures up images of tightly muscled gymnasts soaring expertly through the air in defiance of gravity, or perhaps of martial arts masters kicking and rolling effortlessly around one another. The truth … Continue reading →

Why Is Flexibility Important?

By: Alex Dial of Share It Fitness When we think of flexibility, two things usually come to mind: Dancers or gymnasts, and pain. An often overlooked aspect of fitness, flexibility is crucial to the body's sound structure, and a cornerstone of any decent exercise program. Movement is only as … Continue reading →

Stretch it Out

As a person ages, the muscles will tighten and range of motion around your joints will decrease. This will significantly affect a persons' active lifestyle, as well as the ability to perform simply day-to-day tasks. Tasks that used to come naturally, such as bending over to tie a shoelace, or … Continue reading →