Your Personal Trainer : Joe Dowdell

jupiterimages "I know I need to switch up my workouts to continue to see results. How often should I change my routine?" I usually see two major ... Read More »

Getty Images Recently I have received many questions about alternative workouts -- from an active runner recovering from an ankle injury to readers ... Read More »

Without sounding like a broken record, there is no magic bullet for men or women when it comes to achieving a lean, healthy body. The scientific ... Read More »

Tom Grill, Corbis I'm not sure how typical my problem is, but I have horrible legs. I have really buff calves, a lot of fat around my knees and ... Read More »

As I get older, I hate the saddlebags around my upper thighs. How can I get rid of them? Many fitness professionals and group fitness instructors ... Read More »

1) Side-Lying 90-90 Thoracic Rotation Stretch: One set, five reps per side, rest 10 seconds after completing both sides. Lie on your right side ... Read More »

I am a 67-year-old woman who wants to begin an exercise regimen. I used to work out in a gym and loved it. My doctor has acknowledged my desire to get ... Read More »

I am trying to reduce the size of my calves and thighs. What types of exercises should I be doing? In addition, what settings should I have on the ... Read More »

I've never really exercised and I want to be more fit, but I don't know what to do or how to start! I'm 18-years-old, weigh about 130 pounds and I'm ... Read More »

I ran Boston in 1991 and New York in 2000. In the years since New York, I have slowed down, the knees get sore, etc. I have decided to find out if I ... Read More »