The Importance of a Cool Down

This video describes why it's important to cool down after intense exercise.

Using the F.I.T.T. Principle to Create Your Work Plan

This video describes how to use the F.I.T.T. Principle to create your work log.

Biggest Loser Major Muscle Groups and Exercises

This video describes the major muscle groups and exercises that target specific muscles.

Biggest Loser Upper Body Machines

Here's a video explaining how to use the upper body machines in the weight room.

Biggest Loser Lower Body Machines

Here's a video showing how to use the lower body machines in the weight room.

Biggest Loser Core Exercises for the Weight Room

Here's a video of some core exercises that can be done in the weight room.

Weekly “Biggest Loser: Body Composition Competition” Wellness Tip

Enjoy your weekly “Biggest Loser: Body Composition Competition” Wellness Tip:

• Increase lean muscle mass to boost metabolism.

• Increasing the amount of lean muscle mass helps you burn more calories at rest. It raises your resting metabolic rate so you burn more calories throughout the day.

• Having more muscle mass also increases the amount of calories you burn when exercising.

• To increase lean muscle mass focus on the major muscle groups such as the Quadriceps, Hamstrings, Pectoralis Major, Latissimus Dorsi and Trapezius.

• Large muscle groups will have a greater impact on your metabolism.

• Strength training exercises will help increase lean muscle mass.


Wes Adams Ph. D.

Assistant Professor of Kinesiology

210.486.5306

wadams14@alamo. edu