| Training links and research. This page will be an ever-expanding resource of useful links and pages with information pertinent to health and fitness. I will attempt to post only those that I find are most useful. As usual, multiple sources are often beneficial when making a decision concerning training a given individual. This information should be regarded as supplemental to, and is not intended to replace, guidance obtained from a professional; such as doctor, coach, personal trainer; who knows you as an individual. As always you should obtain clearance from your doctor before embarking on a fitness program. |
| Weight Loss Basal Metabolic Rate calculator |
| Spotlight Links |
| American Council on Exercise National Strength and Conditioning Association Runner's World Cyberdiet Pub Med (search for research topics) American Dietetic Association Supplement Watch |
| Advice concerning research. You can typically find research or an expert opinion to tell you anything you want. You must be discerning when taking in the results of some study. In the USA research tends to be conducted by companies who have an interest, primarily, in promoting some product. Look for second or third sources on a topic. Look for research conducted by a neutral party such as a university or the government. Research from many European countries tends to be government-conducted as part of the socialist health care. Always ask the reason the party conducted the research. In the case of the US Navy studying the effects of resistance training and cardiovascular training when used exclusively and when performed together, you can give high marks for credibility because their concern is enhancing the fighting ability of their sailors and not increased demand of some product. |
| Exercise Programs and other topics Designing an exercise program |
| Sports Conditioning Golfonline fitness section Golf conditioning programs of 5 pros Strength and flexibility training increased club speed Rotator cuff function during golf swing |
| Check out these links also: Discovery-Health Channel SPINNING.com Fitness site dedicated to women |