For the BEST and SAFEST results, READ and WATCH programming BEFORE or AFTER your workout...

Reading materials, both hard copy and electronic, including watching programming, have no place when striving for the best and safest results during BOTH cardiovascular and anaerobic exercise (unless of course you use a heart monitor). The reason is simple. It is virtually impossible to fully concentrate on correct form and technique unless you give your body your mind's UNDIVIDED ATTENTION! Just as electronic devices and reading materials are discouraged during individual & group "movement classes" the same reasoning applies to weight-lifting as well as cardiovascular exercise performed on your feet. These materials and devices should be left in your locker, in your car or at home. While the National Academy of Sports Medicine advises how to correctly position your head, neck and body in order to watch TV monitors while exercising, I go one step further and completely discourage it. Why create a secondary problem? It makes no sense and can only hurt you. There are 168 hours in a week. I recommend, as do the most prestigious and reputable medical and health institutes and organizations in the US and abroad, that 60 minutes of exercise (or as close to it as possible) on all or most days with clearance from your trusted physician is prudent for optimum health and fitness. That leaves 161 hours remaining to read, watch programs and engage in all other activities. Think about it. You owe it to yourself. As always,

"CLIMB, LIFT AND EAT WELL..."