Archive for January, 2010

Female Bodybuilding

Female bodybuilding started in the 1960s but at this time, it was not a popular event. It just resembled bikini contests and contestants in the events were not judged on their masculinity but other factors of beauty were considered. It was not until the late 1970s when the first truly female bodybuilding contest was held [...]

Bodyfat Calculators

The most convenient method for measuring bodyfat is the use of skinfold calipers This method is subject to error, particularly in light of the fact that everyone differs as to the locations on their body where fat is distributed; however, numerous scientific studies have shown the skinfold method to be reasonably accurate, and it is [...]

SuperMat vs Standard Treadmill Mats

The best way to ensure the longest useful life out of any treadmill is by supporting it with a quality treadmill mat. A treadmill floor mat should be used for just about any exercise machine or equipment but a treadmill especially because it creates more vibration that any other machine. The stress of the motor [...]