This past year has been filled with quite the excitement in both the media and fitness worlds combined. Therefore, it is a must for fitness.com to reflect on our top articles of 2008. From our top athletes at the 2008 summer Olympics in Beijing, to a new world fitness icon and American President Barack Obama; we have had a great year full of news and surprises. So, here are our top five articles from 2008.
1. Olympics: Michael Phelps as an Olympic Role Model
Michael Phelps became the world’s greatest Olympic athlete overnight at the 2008 Beijing Olympics this year. Winning 8 gold medals made him the number one gold metal holder in the world, which only accounts for part of his fame. That’s why Michael ranks in at number one on our top five articles of 2008. He is an all around great athlete and role model for anyone trying to achieve a fitness goal. View our article on Phelps at the link below:
http://www.fitness.com/articles/441/
olympics_michael_phelps_as_an_olympic_role_model.php
2. Barrack Obama: Perfect fit for a President!
Pick number two reveals not only a great choice as a role model for fitness, but also a marking in history. Barrack Obama was elected to be our first African American President and it could not go unnoticed. Obama also is fit for his age, making him a great choice for a middle aged health role model. To view our article on Barrack Obama visit the link below:
http://www.fitness.com/articles/495/barrack_obama_perfect_fit_for_a_president.php
3. Fitness Celebs - Britney Spears Photo Diet: The hard way to a new album and figure
Hit me baby one more time: and Britney definitely did that again this year. She was the number one celebrity in the news, and despite all the negativity that surrounded her in the headlines, we still love her. She is a divorced mother, scrutinized by the media on a daily basis and still has the strength to stay in immaculate shape. She is truly a fitness icon. To see more on Britney Spears, visit the link below:
http://www.fitness.com/articles/409/fitness_celebs_-_britney_spears_photo_diet_the_hard_way_to_a_new_album_and_figure.php
4. Wii Fit for Nintendo - An alternative method to staying fit
The newest fitness trend: Wii Fit. It’s easy, it’s fun, and you can do it in the comfort of your own home. The Wii is by far the newest and hippest new Nintendo console on the market, and Wii Fit is a great way to stay in shape. To find out more go to the link below:
http://www.fitness.com/articles/434/wii_fit_for_nintendo_-_an_alternative_method_to_staying_fit.php
5. The 5 secret health foods
What about food? We can’t have our top 5 fitness articles without mentioning eating. Our fifth choice article focuses on 5 health foods that go unnoticed. To learn more visit the link below:
http://www.fitness.com/articles/462/the_5_secret_health_foods.php
And, these are your top 5 fitness.com articles of 2008! Here’s to another year of good health and fitness!
Top 5 Fitness.com Articles of 2008
