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10 Family Fitness Ideas from Around the Country FITNESS went cross-country to find out how American families are making time for cycling, jogging, and yoga and still having fun -- and how you can, too. more »

10-Minute Workout: Boost Your Metabolism! Fire up your metabolism with this mix of slow strength moves and explosive plyometric exercises. more »

5-Minute Self-Defense Workout: Get a Striking Body This express workout includes 6 martial arts moves that build strength and body confidence. more »

8 Ways to Get Your Kids Fit Fit Kids = Fit Adults more »

Condoleezza Rice's No-Excuses Workout Fitness Magazine went to the gym with Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and got the scoop behind the intense workout routine that keeps her strong and healthy. more »

Feel Stronger and More Energized: The You Can Do It Makeover Workout Plan Build strength and boost your energy with this 8-week program, part of the FITNESS "You Can Do It" makeover plan. more »

Fight Fat at Any Age: Exercises for Your 20s, 30s, and 40s Sculpt a strong, slim, sexy body. FITNESS gives you the moves to do if you're in your 20s, your 30s, or your 40s and beyond. more »

Four Seasons to a Fit Family either winter's chill nor summer's sultriness can stop a motivated family from being active. Sure, each season presents challenges for exercising (Too cold! Too hot! Too wet! Too much pollen!), but they also offer their own glorious opportunities for stay more »

Goddess Workouts for Every Body Type orget the classic pear, apple, and hourglass. When we stopped women and asked them to describe their body types, we couldn't believe their answers: cell phone, mermaid, papaya, violin. We got the message -- you're unique! We've designed a program that's j more »

Is Running Counterproductive to Strength Training? Can you run and strength train -- without compromising either workout? Expert advice on the best combination workout plan for you. more »

Now That's Energy: Our Best Tips for All-Day Energy Boost your energy level and supercharge your life with our feel-better-faster guide. more »

Should I Split Up My Workout -- or Go for It All at Once? Question: "Is walking on the treadmill for 15 minutes in the morning and 15 minutes at night as effective as walking 30 minutes straight?" more »

Should I Trade My Treadmill for the Trails? Find out how outdoor exercise measures up to indoor gym workouts -- and then hit the trails this spring! more »

So Long, Job Fat! A typical workday can make you stressed, tired -- and flabby. And an hourlong lunchtime workout? Not gonna happen. Slim down and sculpt muscles you never knew you had (in your cubicle!) with this busy-girl's guide. more »

The 15-Minute De-Stress Workout A quick and easy routine to help you calm down and center, all while toning and strengthening your entire body. more »