May 22, 2013

What's Your Fitness Personality?

09.28.2011

Zero in on your gym type with this quiz—crafted by Gold's Gym Fitness experts—then learn how to mix up your routine for a better workout.

A Pain or Strain?

08.29.2011

Gold's Gym Fitness Institute orthopedist Evan Ekman decodes common workout aches so you can tell the difference between "Ow!" and "Out for a month."

Eat This, Do That: The Cheating Calculator

07.28.2011

When you commit a diet crime, you have to do the time (gym time, that is). Let the Gold's Gym experts help you calculate your food felonies and show you how to turn them into misdemeanors by picking healthy alternatives.

here to read the">The Most Inspirational Gold's Gym Members of the Year.

07.05.2011

Whether fighting a back injury, breast cancer or a debilitating disease, these nine members are redefining the meaning of strength.

Summer Shape-Up

06.01.2011

Need to cram for an A+ body because you played hooky from the gym all winter? At Gold's Gym, school is in session! Our trainers and instructors will teach you how to get fit fast.

The 2nd Annual Gold's Gym Hollywood's Hottest Bodies Awards

05.03.2011

Because some of Hollywood's greatest performances happen at the gym, we're honoring the year's most incredible body transformations in television and film.

Gym Etiquette: The Do's and Don'ts

04.01.2011

You’ve mastered the cable cross-over and amped up your push-up. Now it’s time to perfect your form on a set of skills that often get overlooked at the gym: your manners.

March Music Madness

03.04.2011

We all know that music plays a huge part in almost everyone’s workout regimen. That’s why we want to find out the answer to this question: What is the ultimate workout song of all time?

More Love, Less Handles; Couples Edition

01.27.2011

You don't need to get on the psychologist's couch to improve your relationship; you need to get off it—and into the nearest Gold's Gym.

The All New Gold's Gym Break-Over Makeover

01.01.2011

Gold’s Gym Fitness Institute member Belisa Vranich shows you how to turn a breakup into a “break-over”—a fitness-fueled makeover that will help you beat that broken heart.

Get Your Gift List in Shape

11.17.2010

Take this quick quiz to find the perfect gifts for all the fitness fans on your list-from the avid yogi to the Zumba fanatic.

 Are You Fit for the Phone?

10.27.2010

Smartphones increase efficiency and connectivity, but they should come with a warning sign: Hunching and achiness ahead.

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5 Energy-Boosting Snacks to Keep You Going All Afternoon

10.27.2010

If you experience a post-lunch lull, adding a healthy snack to your daily routine may help you focus on your work—and prevent overeating at dinner. Here are five healthy snacks that will help get your energy up without adding inches to your waist.

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9 Foods That Boost Your Immunity

09.28.2010

A team of lung specialists in Nebraska recently found chicken soup suppressed inflammation, which causes many cold symptoms. But chicken soup isn’t the only food that might help heal you from the inside out. Here’s a daily menu based on experts’ recommendations.

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Hold Steady: The Ultimate Leg Workout

09.28.2010

Find balance - and a better leg workout - with these four exercises from Gold's Gym Fitness Institute trainer Ramona Braganza.

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The 4 Secrets to Reversing Your Age

09.28.2010

Forget about Botox or facelifts - turn back the clock with these simple guidelines that will help you look and feel forever young.

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50 Ways to Cut 500 Calories a Day

08.01.2010

The most basic way to lose weight is to slash calories. That’s Diet 101. But how many do you really have to cut or burn to see results? Health.com makes it simple.

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Put an End to Excuses

08.01.2010

You’re too busy? You’re too sore? You’re embarrassed? Gold’s Gym trainers have heard every reason for avoiding exercise—including some that are just plain ridiculous. “It’s too cold.” (Uh, it’s not cold in the gym.) “I don’t like leaving my cat alone.” (Hold on, our eyes are rolling.) We’ve compiled the top 10 excuses that gym skippers give, and we’ve got a solution to each and every one.

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The Interactive Muscle Mouse-Over

08.01.2010

Find the perfect exercise for every body part with this easy-to-use widget. Just scroll over and click on the Gold’s Gym logo to see more than 50 moves that target all the major muscles.

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The Hot Shoulder

07.01.2010

You've heard of the cold shoulder, but we'd like to introduce you to the hot one. With the help of Gold's Gym's Ramona Braganza's quick four-step workout, your shoulders will be in show-off shape for the summer sun.

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Eat More, Weigh Less

07.01.2010

Bust your gut with the right foods and you can actually lose weight. Health.com reveals the best menu for your metabolism.

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Full-Body Makeovers in 12 Short Weeks

07.01.2010

Do you know your own strength? These two people sure do. Meet the incredible winners of the Gold's Gym $45,000 Know Your Own Strength Challenge ("the Challenge"). In just 12 short weeks, they collectively lost 100 pounds and 26½ inches from their waistlines through good old-fashioned hard work (no fad diets here!). Find out how they did it, and how you can too.

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The Power of Plyometrics

06.01.2010

Just 20 minutes of explosive high-intensity exercise will turn your body into a powerful calorie-burning machine.

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5 Reasons to Love (Good) Fat

06.01.2010

If you skimp on healthy fats — omega-3s in fish, supplements, and some plant and dairy products — you're missing out on a great way to help prevent a host of common problems. Here's a quick look at how good these fats really are, and the best ways to work them into your life.

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Why Cheating on Your Diet Is Good for You

06.01.2010

In honor of National Cheat Food Awareness Month, we're here to show you how cheating responsibly on your diet can be the thing that saves it.

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7 Strategies to Curb Hunger While You Lose Weight

05.03.2010

It's 9 p.m. and you know just where that bag of peanut M&Ms is — it's stashed in the pantry behind the ultravirtuous oatmeal and seriously fortified cereal. Out of sight, but not out of mind. How can you be hungry, you wonder, when you ate a mere hour-and-a-half ago? The answer isn't so simple. Everything from stress to hormones to people, places, and situations can kick your appetite into overdrive. The good news: Whatever the cause, you can beat your hunger pangs. Here, the latest stay-full strategies from the experts.

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5 Common Diet Myths Debunked

03.05.2010

Face it: Diets come and go, but unfortunately, all too often the extra pounds stay put. To make matters worse, too much of the wrong kind of dieting can be downright dangerous. Here's a short guide to diet trends that people take as gospel, but may be preventing you from losing weight.

Spring Cleaning, For Your Body

03.05.2010

You take the time to scour your house every spring, so why not do the same for your body?

Your Personal Cycling Coach

03.05.2010

Train for a bike event with a workout plan designed just for you.

The Right Stuff: Performance Food

02.01.2010

Certain foods can actually help you get the things you want: a good night's sleep, a big raise, a long-awaited pregnancy, and more. Read on to find out what to eat to gear up for life's little (and big) challenges.

The First Ever Gold's Gym Hot Body Awards

02.01.2010

Because some of Hollywood's greatest performances happen at the gym, we're honoring the year's most incredible body transformations in television and film. See which celebs made our list — then vote for your favorites online.

More Love, Less Handles: Couples Edition

02.01.2010

You don't need to get on the psychologist's couch to improve your relationship; you need to get off it — and into the nearest Gold's Gym.

Superfoods That Can Save Your Health

12.29.2009

Health.com shares recipes to transform seven powerful, disease-fighting foods into winning dishes.

YOUniversal Health Care

12.29.2009

No matter what side of the debate you're on, your best primary-care provider is YOU. Here's our guide to reforming your own health in 2010.

The New Year's Resolution Builder

12.29.2009

Looking for a surefire way to stick to your New Year's resolution? We have an app for that.

The Gold's Gym 12 Days of Fitness Workouts

12.01.2009

We know, we know. Between the parties and the family meals and the cookies at the office, it's hard to keep weight off around the holidays. But if you try our fun, 12 Days of Fitness Workout you'll be sure to stay on track just in time for your New Year's resolution.

Think Before You Drink

12.01.2009

At least one-fifth of the calories you consume come from things you drink, and let's face it, you're much more likely to tip back a glass or two during the holidays. Here's the calorie lowdown on some classic holiday drinks, how much treadmill time they'll take to work off — plus, tips on how to enjoy them without winding up with a belly that only Mrs. Claus could love. (And remember: If you choose to drink, give the keys to your sleigh to a designated driver.)

9 Healthy Holiday Gift Ideas

12.01.2009

Forget the partridge in a pear tree: Give the gift of health this holiday season! We've got amazing and figure-friendly gift ideas for everyone on your list.

Top 10 Metabolism-Boosting Foods

11.02.2009

This month, certified nutrition counselor, New York Times bestselling author and Diet.com contributor Leanne Ely shares the best foods to rev up your metabolism.

Train Like a Celebrity

11.02.2009

Get an A-list workout with these tips from our trainers to the stars!

Actually, Exercise Will Make You Thin - and Then Some

11.02.2009

Don't believe the hype: Despite what a recent article in Time reported, working out does lead to weight loss, and we've got the evidence to prove it.

Eat Healthy at Work: 10 Strategies

10.01.2009

Think you don't have time to prepare a nutritious, diet-friendly dish? Think again! This month Diet.com shows how good, healthy food can make for a fast and easy meal.

The One Thing to NEVER Eat

08.04.2009

This month, certified nutrition counselor, New York Times bestselling author and Diet.com contributor Leanne Ely warns about the ultimate diet no-no.

The Arms Race

08.04.2009

Whether you want to pump up your arms or banish underarm jiggle, this fast-but-thorough routine will help you sculpt the guns of your dreams.

Top 10 Fitness Destinations

08.04.2009

Calling all adventure seekers! We've got 10 action-packed vacations designed for fitness-minded travelers who want to explore America and burn some calories at the same time.

Eating Right for Exercise

06.01.2009

How you eat affects how you feel during and after exercise. That's why it's important to give your body the fuel it needs before and after you hit the gym. Here, Diet.com shows you how.

30-Day Beach Body Workout

06.01.2009

Feeling panicked about the coming summer heat? We heard your distress call � and we have a solution. This routine from the Gold's Gym Fitness Institute will get your body streamlined for that swimsuit just in time for the Fourth of July.

Summer School

06.01.2009

Need to cram for an A+ body because you played hooky from the gym all winter? At Gold's Gym, school is in session! Our trainers and instructors will teach you how to get fit fast.

The Weight-Conscious Kitchen: What To Stock

05.08.2009

The best way to reach your health and fitness goals is to stock your fridge and pantry with foods that will help you stay on track. We've compiled three shopping lists based on common health goals: weight loss, heart health and overall well-being. If you have multiple goals, you can mix and match from the different categories to keep things interesting.

Anything Butt

05.08.2009

Derriere, bottom, fanny or caboose: Whatever you call it, Gold's Gym personal trainer Yaw Kwame Poku's killer routine will tighten it up.

100 Days of Healthy Living

05.08.2009

April 29 marked President Barack Obama's 100th day in office. And in America, new presidents are measured by what they accomplish in that time. It doesn't seem like much time, but you'd be surprised how much you can get done in just 100 short days. Our guide � full of fitness, nutrition and motivation tips � will help you make big changes for better health during the next 14 weeks.

 

Beer Belly Be Gone!

04.24.2009

Too many Stellas left you thick in the middle? We asked Gold�s Gym trainer Mike Ryan, who�s beefed up Mark Wahlberg, Edward Norton, The Rock and The Denver Broncos, to give us the real deal on how to banish them for good.

5 Big Dining-Out Blunders: Are You Guilty?

04.01.2009

Dining out can be tricky business. Sure, you've avoided all things Alfredo, substituted your fries for a salad, and asked for the dressing on the side, but other hidden diet disasters may await. So the next time you eat out, don't be fooled. Here's a rundown of secret diet saboteurs � and tips on how to avoid them.

Spring Training Shape-Up

04.01.2009

Looking to whip yourself into shape the way the pros do? These tips from three Major League Baseball strength and conditioning coaches will help get you into midseason form.

The Gold's Gym Fitness Stimulus Package

04.01.2009

In an effort to strengthen the health of the nation, Gold's Gym has put together its own version of a stimulus package that is sure to generate bi-partisan support.

New Body, New Wardrobe

02.27.2009

You're working out and feeling good. Here are some smart tips for looking good too.

Portion Distortion

02.27.2009

Think what you're eating is one serving? Think again. Restaurant portion sizes have grown considerably in recent decades, becoming so large they've distorted our understanding of what constitutes an appropriate serving of food.

American Diabetes Association - Tour de Cure 2009: Your 12-week training plan

02.27.2009

In an effort to make a difference in the lives of the more than 23 million Americans with diabetes, Gold's Gym has once again teamed up with the American Diabetes Association to sponsor Tour de Cure, a series of fund-raising cycling events held nationwide. Last year more than 32,000 cyclists raised nearly $13 million to support the ADA's mission, riding anywhere from 10 to 100 miles in 40 states.

Top 10 Foods You Must Have

02.02.2009

This month, certified nutrition counselor, New York Times bestselling author and Diet.com contributor Leanne Ely writes about her favorite super-nutritious foods.

Keep Your Heart Healthy

02.02.2009

February may be known for boxes of chocolates and sugary greeting cards, but it's also the month to celebrate that most important of muscles: the heart. Cardiovascular diseases claim nearly 700,000 lives in the U.S. each year, making them the nation's leading killer. So this American Heart Month, show a little love to your ticker by getting it in tiptop shape. Check out these six simple healthy-heart tips that will help lower your risk for heart disease.

More Love, Less Handles

02.02.2009

The bad news: a 12-ounce heart-shaped Whitman's Sampler of chocolates has 1,650 calories. The good news: Burning off those calories by working out together can actually improve your relationship.