Little Lions strive for future athletic success at summer workout camp (McKinney Courier-Gazette)

If you’re interested in redefining multiple muscles, a home gym is probably a better solution than individual equipment. Most home gyms contain “stations” that feature equipment for a particular muscle group. You have two exercise options when using a home gym. You can use a station every time you exercise, or you can work a specific muscle group each day you choose to workout. Whichever option you choose, it’s a good idea to follow a body building program so that you don’t overwork your muscles and so that you obtain the results you desire. Smith Machines and power cages are other all-in-one systems that enable you to work multiple muscle groups. The difference in these two systems is how you perform exercises. Smith Machines basically include slots for different weight amounts, while power cages include pulleys that make lifting easier and safer.

Little Lions strive for future athletic success at summer workout camp (McKinney Courier-Gazette)

No matter what the age, there are summer athletic training programs for the youth of McKinney. But matching the correct program with the correct age can often be the most important part of a successful and active summer.

Breaking Away (Santa Cruz Sentinel)

Fun with Fitness: 45-minute aerobic workout using familiar ballroom/line dance steps, followed by 30 minutes of weights and stretches, 8:40 a.m. or 10:10 a.m., Mondays/Wednesdays, Tuesdays/Thursdays and Fridays at Live Oak Grange. Sharon Barrett, instructor, 476-7177.

Drawing on a body of work (Orange County Register)

Dear Bob: Will having had vertical Cesarean sections keep me from regaining a flatter (miracles not expected) stomach? Droopy fat/muscle that slants downward from the hips is disgusting.

Take care in choosing supplements (Orange County Register)

This week our expert guides us through the proper steps in choosing dietary supplements, and explains why it's important to eat before a workout. To get an answer to your fitness question, send an e-mail to health@ocregister.com and put the word "FITNESS" in the subject field.

Sweating in style in Snowmass (Snowmass Village Sun)

Those three words pretty much sum up the attraction of Snowmass Village and the summer season is the ideal time to experience all three. There is action on Fanny Hill, activity on the mall, and adventure on every backcountry and ski area trail.

Fitness calendar (Asheville Citizen-Times)

Submit entries at least two weeks in advance to Fitness Calendar, P.O. Box 2090, Asheville, NC 28802, or e-mail to kchavez@CITIZEN-TIMES.com or fax to

An Elephant never forgets supplements (Inside Bay Area)

Discovery Network "FitTV" Diet Doctor Melina Jampolis gives tips on the best foods and supplements with the "No Time to Lose Diet" from 7 to 8 p.

Community Classes (Savannah Morning News)

Items for this calendar must be received at least two weeks before the event. Only classes or lectures that are free or have a nominal cost of $100 or less will be accepted for publication. Cost must be included. E-mail calendar@savannahnow.com or send announcements to Community Classes, P.O. Box 1088, Savannah, GA 31402, or fax Community Classes, 525-0796.

Bulletin Board (Macon Telegraph)

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Nintendo Wii Fit Dares You Not To Exercise (NewsFactor via Yahoo! News)

Since its introduction late last year, the Nintendo Wii has been the surprise hit in the gaming industry. Thanks in large part to its innovative game controller and easily accessible games, the Wii has rocketed into second place in the next-gen console race.