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- How Did I Get This Size - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Jago HolmesOne of the most common things that new clients say to me is ‘how did I get this size, I can’t believe I didn’t do anything sooner’. Along with this statement usually comes comments such as ‘I really hate myself’, ‘I’m so self conscious’, ‘I hate going shopping’, ’I feel unattractive.’ Now at ...
Views: 1138(1 vote) - Weight Loss Supplements - Help or Hype? - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Jago HolmesThe health supplement industry is a massive and powerful force. Much of what it touts is untrue and purely for the sake of profit. Today I will tell you the truth about supplementation. There are a number of supplements which my trainers and I have tried, tested and found to be of ...
Views: 1320(1 vote) - The Problem with Most Marathon Training Schedules - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Jago HolmesAnything that has ever been acheived in life can usually be traced back to a plan or design, following a haphazard approach rarely gets the results we hope for. Marathon training schedules are a bit like this in that you do need one. You need direction and goals and without a roadmap to ...
Views: 1962 - Should You Run for a Marathon Charity? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Jago HolmesOne of the many reasons for the growing popularity of the modern marathon is that they are more commonly being used as a means of raising money for charities and worthy causes. Whichever marathon charity you choose, it will have more meaning to you if you select one that is related to someone ...
Views: 1879(2 votes) - How To Run A Marathon - Avoid These 3 Common Mistakes - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Jago HolmesIf you’ve decided that running a marathon is something you would like to do and you have already committed some time to training, improving your fitness levels and your endurance so you have the physical ability to actually run a marathon, then learning exactly how to run a marathon will be the ...
Views: 1221 - How Long Is A Marathon? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Jago HolmesTo many people the prospect of completing a marathon is the accomplishment of a lifetime’s goal. A challenge of both endurance and mental stamina during marathon training and the race itself. Very few people could tell you the answer to the question ‘how long is a marathon and after realising ...
Views: 1627 - A Quick Guide to Beginners Marathon Training - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2009 from Jago HolmesThe way an experienced runner will approach training will be very different to a beginners marathon training schedule. Beginners have no experience of running and very poor basic fitness levels, whilst an experienced runner has already built a foundation of fitness. This can be both good and ...
Views: 1349 - How Can I Run a Marathon? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2009 from Jago HolmesIt’s fair to say that around the time of the big televised marathons, people’s interest in running one is dramatically increased. If you’ve ever wondered ‘how can I run a marathon’ and push myself like those runners do, then don’t be put off, you’re only seeing the end result of many weeks of ...
Views: 1221 - 3 Things Skinny Guys Should Never Do - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2008 from Jago HolmesBeing skinny and having very low body fat levels in every day life is a great thing. You tend to look pretty good in most clothes, you don’t have to choose clothes that hide your lumps and bumps. You generally have more energy and it isn’t such a challenge simply moving around each day as it is ...
Views: 4545 - The 4 Essential Rules for Losing weight After Pregnancy - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2008 from Jago HolmesThe thought of losing weight after pregnancy can be a very daunting one, with caring for a new baby you will need to put the health and well being of others before that of your own. Sometimes this can be the first time in your life when you have to do this. Your time is no longer your own and ...
Views: 1273 - Exercise After Pregnancy – The Secret To Losing Weight After Having A Baby - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2008 from Jago HolmesMany women don’t take part in any form of exercise on a regular basis, but in order to get back in to shape after having a baby, exercise after pregnancy should be included in some way. Most women think that the only way to lose weight after having a baby is either going to the gym, fitness ...
Views: 1024 - Exercise After A Cesarean – An Essential Part of C Section Recovery - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2008 from Jago HolmesFor most mothers having just experienced a cesarean delivery the very thought of doing any form of activity will send cold shivers down their spine. However, exercise after c section or at least becoming active after the operation is one of the most important components of the whole recovery ...
Views: 2437(1 vote) - Post Pregnancy Exercise – The 4 Essential Components To Success - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2008 from Jago HolmesThe key to post pregnancy exercise is not to rush in too quickly. If you are too impatient to see changes you run the risk of causing major joint damage and possible long term weight gain problems. Tiredness and lethargy are factors which will dictate whether you can commit to a programme of ...
Views: 860 - Simple Tips To Help Speed Up Your Cesarean Recovery - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2008 from Jago HolmesImmediately after giving birth via a c section, you will be weak and tired and need to be treated with care. Full cesarean recovery may take up to six months, but don’t worry, you should be able to start becoming a little more active within a few days. After the operation just getting out of ...
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