Men's Fitness Magazine
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May 2000

Men's Fitness is dedicated to the man who likes to stay in shape. It contains articles on training, health, nutrition, and sports related recreation. This magazine is for the man who keeps in shape and likes to read about fitness related adventures and articles. On the cover is Drew Waters Page Parkes.


May 2000 - Table of Contents
Volume 16, Number 5

COVER STORY

  • COMPLETE 25 MINUTE WORKOUTS
    A trio of workouts that give any time stressed guy maximum results with minimum effort. Each can serve as a starting point for fitness newbies, or as a maintenance program for the more advanced.

FEATURES

  • THE ONE A DAY WAY
    Is popping your favorite nutritional supplement a smart move - or a complete waste of money.

  • BE THE GREATEST
    To get more from every workout, learn what some of the world's top athletes do to sharpen their focus in the gym.

  • EATING RIGHT MADE EASY
    No excuses: Rethink the reasoning that spares you servings of hated healthy foods but saddles you with unwelcome flab.

  • GEAR UP FOR THE TRAILS
    Hiking has always held its own as an adventure sport. Now, get the most out of your workout with this high speed trail gear.

  • THE 'DIRTY DOZEN' WORST FOODS
    You probably wolf a few of these fatty foods each month. Here's the lowdown on ways to burn off the resulting belt busting lard.

  • 18 WAYS TO FIGHT INFLAMMATION
    Even a great workout may leave you with sore muscles, throbbing joints and an aching back. These simple, effective methods can help cool the burn.

  • I SURVIVED SWAT TRAINING (BARELY)
    We sent Michael DiGregorio to thest his physical prowess against superbly trained Los Angeles SWAT cops - men for whom fitness is laterally a matter of life and death.

DEPARTMENTS

  • BODY SHOP
    Develop the strong, flexible, well balanced body core - abs and back - that you need on the court and playing field.

  • PERFORMANCE NUTRITION
    Fat blockers are being embraced by hard training guys as well as the sedentary. But is there really such a thing as a free lunch?

  • HEALTH
    Are you one of the 70 million American adults who suffer from acne? Do not worry. Clear skin is within reach.

  • SEX AND RELATIONSHIPS
    Conquer performance anxiety (or at least keep it from happening so often) with these 12 tips.

  • APPAREL
    Today's asynthetics have revolutionized the world of adventure / sports headgear.

  • SMART TRAINING
    Do the right combinations of exercises in the right order, and your progress in the gym will take off.

  • NUTRITION SCIENCE
    Acetyl l-carnitine is an old amino acid dog with a new trick: It helps you metabolize fat more efficiently.

  • MOUNTAIN BIKE LIKE A PRO
    Even wonder why top mountain bikers ride so well? These tips will show you how they do it.

  • ASK OUR EXPERTS
    Overtraining can be hazardous to your game. Plus; the benefits of elliptical trainers and more.

  • SPORTS PAGES
    Whether you go no frills or break the bank, these fitness escapes will fit your budget.

  • YEARLONG WORKOUT PAGES
    In Month 5 of the Fitness 2000 Program, fewer reps plus heavier weights equal bigger muscles and increased strength.

  • SUCCESS STORY
    Workouts and therapy combine to help a self described "fat kid" become the fit man he'd always aspired to be.

HEALTH

  • HEALTH UPDATE
    Nuts are making a comeback among the health conscious as a heart friendly source of micronutrients, fiber, protein, "good" fats and phytochemicals. Plus: combating seasonal allergies; an increased risk of HIV transmission via oral sex; two surprising ways that wine is good for you; and much more.

In Every Issue

  • Editor's Letter
  • Publisher's Letter
  • Letters
  • Fit News
  • Ask Dr. Joy
  • Ask our Experts
  • Buyer's Guide
  • Cooldown