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“Big Ed” in the gym is proud of his physical accomplishments and charming looks. I’m sure he thinks that he’s a fascinating person I should get to know. Maybe I should introduce him to Vanessa the self-appointed expert and unofficial team counselor on our local co-ed community ball league. Why do people feel they have to wear their attitude on their sleeve?

Long lines… Demanding work… Have any stress in your life? Learn what the Bible and research say about stress and your health. Gain insight about how God wants to help you manage it.

Of all the environments in which courtship occurs, the gym is one of the most difficult to navigate. Psychologist and author Stephen Simpson identifies and examines five different tactics to engage the attention of women that you find attractive. Learn how to pursue your goals and show her how strong you are.

Need to workout but you just can’t get inspired? Sometimes the flesh is willing but the spirit is week. Group exercise and step instructor Tonya Larson introduces you to some fun variations on three traditional exercises. This article includes video clips from her DVD, specially prepared for our Faith & Fitness Magazine readers.

Like many YMCAs we walk a line between being a Christian organization and being an organization that is open to people of all faiths, or even no faith. We like to say that while few people come to the YMCA seeking spiritual truth, that won’t prevent them from finding it IF it’s there. The key is to deliver real ministry in real people's lives.

A strong core can help you perform better, no matter what sport you play. It will allow you to harness more power. Performance training editor, Matthew Diener introduces you to core training, offers a few specific core-training exercises and lets you see the spiritual connection. Just as we need strong core muscles to produce power, we need to rely on God for strength every day.

Time to get outdoors for some exercise and have a blast. Dave Prowitz says, “I’ve always struggled with the idea of working out. As the director of adventure programming at a Christian retreat center, my position requires me to be physically fit.” Try these seven camp-tested summer workouts for guaranteed fun and spiritual growth.

Attention women AND men. Personal style consultant Hannah Cox says the way that you view yourself, “good or bad”, affects your own attitude and your ability to impact others. Do you want to have a positive impact on those around you? If so, then consider the care for your hair, skin, hands, feet and more to be an integral part of your physical fitness.

A strong core can help you perform better, no matter what sport you play. It will allow you to harness more power. Performance training editor, Matthew Diener introduces you to core training, offers a few specific core-training exercises and lets you see the spiritual connection. Just as we need strong core muscles to produce power, we need to rely on God for strength every day.

The road to greatness can be tough. To look great, feel greater and be your greatest requires focus, motivation, commitment and vision. The pressure we put on ourselves can be tremendous. Do you have what it takes?

With a whole schedule of summer activities just a couple of months away, Samantha was committed to “the new you” that she knew she could become. Everyone could see the incredible progress she was making. But, her friend Trisha saw something more...

Dr. Hill’s series of articles continues this time helping you focus on gaining better energy for both your physical and spiritual walk. He offers insights into nutrition and your spiritual source for energy.

Men have a desire to be “super” in the eyes of others. If you want that “massive”, inverted-pyramid, V-shaped look you’re going to have to work for it. Deliver a passionate embrace and show off the nature of God that is built within you.

Where can we find joy when our lives are stressed out and everything seems to be crashing around us? Samantha Landy, international speaker and radio host says that releasing some endorphins through laughter is physically strengthening and spiritually wise.

Everyone should develop specific conditioning strategies to achieve their individual fitness goals. Performance Training editor Matt Diener, a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist says that different types of training require different types of energy. Learn how to bring it all together for super performance.

When I first began to be aware of how God intended us to live in sunlight and clean fresh air, I had to write it into my schedule. That sounds absurd, I know, but I found that I wasn’t the only one.

Have you tried everything under the sun to become more fit? Can’t seem to stick with your exercise routine? Frustrated and don’t know where to turn? Wellness coach Dale Fletcher offers ideas you can use to exercise your faith.

Until you trigger the adaptive response within your body you can’t get that last ounce out of your workout. There is nothing like momentary failure to grow muscle and to grow new spiritual maturity.

Life is full of those things that are, “Easier said than done”. Certified Master Trainer Alberto Medina says that what you do with them is up to you. You could keep struggling or instead you can pursue a lifestyle change, an innovation, a shift in how you do things.

Too busy to exercise? We thought so. Too busy to practice your faith? Not good! Fortunately, Ben Young has outlined four easy to read and apply power moves that will give you energy to get both your fitness lifestyle and faith walk in order – pronto.

Think back over the past week in your life. Would you use the word “blah” or the word “zing” to describe it? Now is the time for you to nurture three forms of energy that will fuel your life.

What do you do when the best workout and the best nutrition plan just don’t work? Scott Reall, founder of the YMCA Restore Ministries program says that the problems you face can’t be solved simply through a fitness regimen.

Are you getting enough fat in your diet? Just when you thought you had the healthy diet all figured out, fitness model and trainer Anthony Catanzaro drops the big bomb – God made saturated fat. And yes, it IS good for you.

Sweating and doing all those exercises in the gym can make you extremely self-conscious. Performer and trainer Lauren Lucille Garner shares her personal fitness experience and offers encouraging support to help you make positive choices and move forward with confidence.

Sweating and doing all those exercises in the gym can make you extremely self-conscious. Performer and trainer Lauren Lucille Garner shares her personal fitness experience and offers encouraging support to help you make positive choices and move forward with confidence.

Are you really doing all you can to give your heart a total workout? Discover some spiritual exercises that might get your heart in better shape.

What does it take to get a Bachelor's degree in “buff?" We recognize five college-aged students for their commitment to fitness and their faith in God. They are setting the example of how college life can be.

What does it take to get a Bachelor's degree in “buff?" We recognize five college-aged students for their commitment to fitness and their faith in God. They are setting the example of how college life can be.

What does it take to get a Bachelor's degree in “buff?" We recognize five college-aged students for their commitment to fitness and their faith in God. They are setting the example of how college life can be.

What does it take to get a Bachelor's degree in “buff?" We recognize five college-aged students for their commitment to fitness and their faith in God. They are setting the example of how college life can be.