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- Trampoline Spring Replacement is a Regular Practice - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2013 from David JonesHave you noticed that your trampoline just doesn't have the bounce that it uses to? This is a common problem that every trampoline owner will encounter eventually. The most common cause of bounce loss is due to the overstretching of springs. When springs are overstretched, they lose their memory ...
Views: 8575 - Acai Berry vs Maqui Berry: Which is Healthier? - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2010 from Maqui SuperberryAcai Berry vs Maqui Berry: Which is Healthier? In recent years, the Acai berry has gained a healthy dose of attention from the media and nutrition community. A common ingredient in trendy sports drinks and juice concentrates, it is responsible for making the health benefits of anti-oxidants ...
Views: 8214(2 votes) - A Water Running Workout - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2008 from Jolene WilkinsonWater running, also called aqua jogging or water jogging, offers many health benefits for many people. According to Aquajogger water fitness products, more than 2.2 millions Americans have started deep water running. These enthusiasts have discovered the benefits gained from exercising in ...
Views: 8134 - Dynamic Breathing Exercise - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2005 from Michael CohenDynamic Breathing Exercises with Michael Cohen, Founder of the Bioenergy Healing Research Foundation "Before breathing exercises it took me 45 minutes to really get into my stride when off road mountain biking. Within 2 weeks of breathing exercises, the warm up period disappeared. At the end ...
Views: 8123 - Practicing Wellness - by What is wellness? I see wellness as a way of life. It is about creating health in order to prevent sickness. It is about practicing activities and skills on a regular basis that create physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. Practicing a life of wellness is about just that, practicing ...
Views: 8077 - Penis Health Benefits of Vitamin C - Daily Care for Better Performance - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2013 from John DuganPenis care. Two words most men rarely - if ever - utter together in their life. A quick wash, a yearly trip to the doctor and most men are satisfied that they are caring for the health of their penis. What most men do not know is that there are ways to improve the health of the penis - and ...
Views: 7870 - 5 Reasons Sleep Helps You Get Six Pack Abs Fast - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2012 from Jason CamachoDid you know sleep has a direct connection to getting toned six pack abs? I'm not just talking about building muscle or losing weight because those are two key links to sleep as well, but I'm talking specifically about your stomach area. I'll be very honest, I don't get ANY sleep and it shows in ...
Views: 7715 - The Benefits of Boot Camp Training - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2011 from Joshua HewettBoot Camp group workouts have proven to be more than just the latest fitness trend. Thousands of participants have been reshaping their bodies and reclaiming their health and vitality with the help of fitness Boot Camps, and many trainers are taking notice. More and more fitness professionals ...
Views: 7684(1 vote) - What Are Your Six Pack Abdominal Muscles - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2012 from Jason CamachoIf you are anything like me, you like to educate yourself about certain things that interest you so you can progress at what you do. For me, this is researching the individual abdominal muscles and how they all cooperate to provide your body that "six pack" appearance. It's essential to know ...
Views: 7680 - How to Lose Fat Fast After Vacation - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Sean BarkerDo you worry what to do with your healthy living routine when you go on vacation. I just returned from a 2 week summer holiday with my family. After eating whatever I wanted and not exercising for 2 weeks I probably shattered every health and fitness commandment. But you won't see me ...
Views: 7644(1 vote) - Blow Up Your Biceps With Supersets - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2007 from John HowardSupersetting involves performing one exercise; and then, without any rest, performing a second exercise that works a similar or opposing muscle group. Only after performing both exercises in sequence do you rest for a couple of minutes. Then you perform your next superset. In Pumping Iron, ...
Views: 7640(2 votes) - The Best Way to Relieve Muscle Soreness - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2009 from Sean BarkerWe have all experienced this one time or another, muscle soreness or what the exercise geeks (me included) refer to as DOMS. Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness... This can occur whether you have been working out for years or are just starting to exercise. Muscle soreness usually peaks in 48 hours ...
Views: 7433(2 votes) - How to get a Sprinter's body - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2010 from ross adkinWhen you began training your training I doubt that you ever watched a marathon and thought “Damn I wish I looked like that” be you male or female but I'd bet my house that most of you when watching a sprinter, 100m, 200m for example have thought then that you'd love to have one of those bodies. ...
Views: 7371(2 votes) - Accidental Ejaculation – A Surprising Side Effect of Exercise - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2013 from John DuganWhen a man is busy pumping iron, the last thing he wants to worry about is starching his gym shorts while he’s doing it. Surprising though it may be to the unsuspecting gym rat, accidental ejaculation is not an indication that something is wrong with a man’s sexual heath. Learn more about this ...
Views: 7363 - Oh My Aching Feet…Foot Pain, Foot Fitness, & Pilates Exercises for Fantastic Feet! - by Submitted on May 04, 2008 from Aliesa GeorgeHere are a six interesting foot facts that I found recently from the while researching foot health and exercise on the web. • Seventy-five percent of Americans will experience foot health problems of varying degrees of severity at one time or another in their lives. • Women have about four ...
Views: 7350(1 vote) - 5 Quick Tips For A Great Roll Up Exercise In Pilates Matwork! - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2012 from Aliesa GeorgeHow to Improve Ab Strength and Increase the Flexibility of your Back for the Roll Up I notice that a lot of Pilates students have a difficult doing a great Roll Up during Mat workouts. Regardless whether you are a beginner or have been doing Pilates for years, trying to manage synchronizing ...
Views: 7305 - Hairless Penis - The Risks and Benefits of Manscaping - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2013 from John DuganOver the last several years, more and more men have been jumping on the bandwagon when it comes to trimming the jungle below the belt. This phenomenon may have been inspired in part by the adult film industry, by social media, or by some other mysterious force, but whatever the cause, it is ...
Views: 7294 - An Essential Understanding of the Psoas Muscles - - Upgrading the Approach to Tight Psoas Muscles - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2010 from Lawrence GoldTo begin, let's say that an essential understanding of the psoas muscles means a basic understanding of their function. Basic, in this sense, means easy to understand, and function, in this sense, means more than what they do; it means what they enable you to do. So, this piece presents a ...
Views: 7264(3 votes) - What Every Man Over 35 Needs To Know About Low Testosterone - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2011 from Shane DollFor healthy men there’s not much of a need to think about testosterone levels until you get into your mid to late thirties. As a middle age man falling testosterone levels can be a much bigger problem than just giving you a decreased sex drive. It’s important to understand the roles of this very ...
Views: 7258 - 7 Tips for Building Chest Muscle Fast - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2009 from Tim RyanWe have all seen the bodybuilder, athlete, gymnast, sportsmen with the large muscular chest, with great depth and mass. It looks really impressive and is what many aspiring bodybuilders strive for. So how can you build muscle chest fast? Well, here are 7 sure fire ways to build muscle on your ...
Views: 7235(2 votes) - How Old Should Your Children Be Before They Begin Lifting Weights? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2009 from James EvansOnly a generation ago it was generally thought to be taboo for children under 14 to lift weights. It was commonly believed that it would stunt their growth, damage their joints, or injure their spines, among other things. Over the years, most of these assumptions have been disproven, and ...
Views: 7198 - 15 Snacks That Are Brimming With Antioxidants - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2019 from Humayoun ShakeelWhat Are the Most Powerful Antioxidants? Learn more about antioxidant food & benefits below: If you're a health buff, chances are you're familiar with the word "antioxidants." Some of the most nutritious foods around are chock-full of them, after all. The craze surrounding antioxidants and ...
Views: 7195 - ***5 Factors That Can Affect the Health of Your Voice - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2010 from Nancy DanielsHave you ever noticed that when you are extremely fatigued, your voice is much weaker than if you are energized? Not surprisingly, your vocal health is determined by the health of your entire body. Thus, if any of the following 5 factors are typical of your lifestyle, so too will the following ...
Views: 7168(2 votes) - Vinegar, Muscle Cramps, Blood Sugar and Acids - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2010 from Karen VaughanThe New York Times just published an article indicating that pickle juice (made of salt, vinegar and spices) was helpful at relieving muscle cramps. In a very small trial, 10 men exercised until dehydrated then were electrically stimulated until they cramped, and were given either pickle juice ...
Views: 7104(2 votes) - Did You Know that Breathing Deeply Can Help You Lose Weight? - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2007 from Brenda FranzoLearning the correct way to breathe deeply can make a total impact on your health and also help you lose weight. Breathing deeply is something that most of us never really think twice about but maybe it’s time to focus on breathing and train ourselves to breathe properly. The beauty of ...
Views: 7098(2 votes) - What Are the Disadvantages to Taking Creatine Supplements? - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2012 from K QuinnCreatine supplements are very important to bodybuilders and athletes and are one of the most important supplements they can take. It is used by many bodybuilders in order to gain muscle mass. It is also used by other athletes in order to give them energy. Creatine supplements have become so ...
Views: 7090 - Coping with an Itchy Penis – Could it Be an Allergic Reaction? - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2013 from John DuganMen who have allergies - whether to nuts, insect bites, plant materials, or any other substance found in their environment - are often at risk for allergic skin reactions which can result in an itchy penis, swelling, and a world of pain and misery. Avoiding these substances is, of course, the ...
Views: 7060 - Turbo Fire Exercise Program - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Sonya WestHere is my disclaimer. I adore all programs by Chalene Johnson. Turbo Fire is my favorite, but you can bet that any program she puts out I will most likely purchase! Turbo Fire is an extreme exercise program. If you, like me, love cardio...search no further. Chalene Johnson is the ...
Views: 7003(1 vote) - Body Awareness, Exercise Safety, and Ten Tips to Avoid the Potential Pitfalls of a Bad Personal Trainer - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Aliesa GeorgeI have to say that I am grateful for my gymnastics, dance, and Pilates training - especially in regards to body awareness. I’m sure it’s why so many dancers and athletes are embracing Pilates as a component of their injury-prevention and cross-training program. And it makes sense why so many ...
Views: 6990(3 votes) - Is Your Ab Workout Making Your Waist Bigger? - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2014 from Dianne VillanoThis is something that bothers me every time I go to the gym, look at my news feed on facebook or happen by one of the "boot camps" while out and about walking Zoe. I see a lot of people wasting their time with ineffective exercises, risking injury and building bigger, blockier waists. It ...
Views: 6977 - Cure Jock Itch in 5 Easy Steps and Say Goodbye to Penis Rash - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2013 from John DuganIn spite of its name, jock itch - the common term for the tinea cruris infection - does not only affect men who are involved in sports or other athletic activities. While it gets its name because it tends to affect men who sweat a lot (presumably due to some sort of vigorous physical activity), ...
Views: 6976 - Kidney Stones – An Overview of Solid Concretions formed in Kidneys. - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from alexandar williamA kidney stone or renal calculus is a solid mass that consists of aggregates of crystals and small amounts of proteins and glycoproteins. The stones are solid concretions or calculi (crystal aggregations) formed in the kidneys from dissolved urinary minerals. Kidneys filter waste products ...
Views: 6913 - Penis Tattoos – Weighing in on the Pros and Cons - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2013 from John DuganMost men will do anything to avoid penis pain - and why not? There's good reason to protect the part of the body that makes life worth living. Yet there are some hardy souls who are willing to face the pain of a needle prick (and not just once but a multitude of times) in order to make his prize ...
Views: 6907 - Untreated Whiplash and Chronic Neck Pain - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2009 from Jerry DreessenOne of the most compelling problems we face each year are patients with severe neck and headache pains. I have found that over half of these patients have a history of a whiplash car accident, that went untreated. Now, when I say "untreated" what I mean is they went to a GP, who typically does ...
Views: 6884 - Penis Allergies – Recognizing and Preventing Latex Reactions - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2013 from John DuganIn this day and age, sexual health is not something to be taken for granted. Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI’s) are, unfortunately, a reality all sexually active adults need to be aware of and take precautions against. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention estimates the incidence ...
Views: 6858(1 vote) - The Wedge of Discouragement - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2003 from Tom VenutoOne day the devil was having a sale, hawking his many diabolical tools of the trade. On display, with their price tags attached, were all the devil's tools and weapons: The arrows of jealousy, the hammer of anger, the dagger of worry, the slingshot of doubt, the axe of hatred and numerous ...
Views: 6818(1 vote) - Best Exercises For Overall Health And Fitness - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2008 from Brooks DonnerExercise is a crucial part of life. In addition to helping people lose weight, exercise will also firm and strengthen muscles while reducing risk of health issues such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, osteoporosis, and some types of cancer. The challenge is that many people ...
Views: 6812 - Are Liquid Meals Superior To Solid Food For Muscle Building? - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2009 from Francesco CastanoMany who pursue muscle building are in need of convenient and portable methods for calorie consumption, and liquid meals are therefore a popular option for bodybuilders who are attempting to consume a consistent source of nutrients for muscle recovery and growth. Most weight lifters are aware ...
Views: 6805(2 votes) - ***Athletes & Workout Enthusiasts: How to Control Inflammation and Increase Endurance - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHControlling Inflammation with Zyflamend: One of the challenges for athletes and workout enthusiasts is pushing yourself to new levels of performance while controlling the natural process of post-workout inflammation. Most athletes know all too well the double-edged sword of post-exercise ...
Views: 6717(12 votes) - Fat Burning Cardio and Agility Drills - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2010 from Bob Weinstein, Lt. Colonel, U.S. Army, RetiredFat Burning Cardio and Agility Drills It’s time to add some fun and games to your workout with some cardio and agility drills. These are great calorie and fat burning activities. Always consider your physical activity a dynamic and not static process. Make it a game. Think variety. ...
Views: 6715(5 votes) - Best Exercise for Cellulite and Understanding the Lower Body Muscles - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2011 from Susan MagnaFrom the midsection down to your ankles you'll find ninety individual muscles, forty-five on each side. When the lower body muscles are not stimulated they lose their sculpt. They lose the tight tone plus they get saggy, soft and deflated. The physiological expression for this is Muscular ...
Views: 6678(2 votes) - Simple Tips To Lose Weight in 2 Weeks - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2013 from Verner DixonThe start stages of weight loss are probably the hardest for most individuals, since you are unable to really see the good results instantly. To keep motivated, the ability to lose weight in 2 weeks increases in importance. If you don't see good results within the first 2 weeks, you don't ...
Views: 6671 - 6 Weeks to a Bikini-ready Body - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2009 from karon karterAh, the thrill of being fearless in your bikini. But are you fearless? If not, the problem may be that you aren't ready to strut your foxy stuff because you're dreading every lump and bump and the bulging belly on your body. Well, you don't have to spend your summer in a muumuu. Instead, get a ...
Views: 6617(2 votes) - Penis Hygiene 101 – 7 Steps to a Cleaner, Better Manhood - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2013 from John DuganAccording to Patrick French, a men’s sexual health consultant, a surprising number of men neglect their junk when it comes to their personal care practices. In spite of the attention otherwise given to the nether regions, washing down there just isn’t on every guy’s radar. But penis hygiene is ...
Views: 6610 - How To Understand Overpronation and Knee Pain If You Have Flat Feet - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2009 from Dianne BuxtonOverpronation is the inward roll of the foot while standing, walking, running or dancing. Allowing the foot to roll inwards causes noticeable internal rotation of the lower leg and knee and can influence the body's posture. This can result in extra strain on the lower body and can cause foot ...
Views: 6588(1 vote) - Kids Fitness Ideas, From Equipment to Circuit Training - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2006 from David LeonhardtGo ahead...blame it on the big screen. Which begot the small screen. Which spawned millions of microscreens...most of them in the palms and pockets of our children. Kids today just do not get enough exercise. The Lure of the couch and the screens is leading to record levels of obesity in ...
Views: 6580(1 vote) - Par course exercise - outdoor exercise for the whole family - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2009 from James EvansLike solitary sentinels they stand alone in parks, recreation areas, and along countless trails throughout America. Consisting of an assortment of balance beams, chinning bars, parallel bars, and stretching posts in various configurations, these individual exercise stations -- collectively known ...
Views: 6573(1 vote) - The Benefits of Exercise in Everyday Activities - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from Aliesa GeorgeQuestion: What daily-life activities can I do that use different muscle groups in different ways? How do I do them correctly? What muscle groups they will use? 1. Driving – Practicing Seated Posture, Relaxed Shoulders, Low Abdominal Support Sit with your back tall (adjust your rearview ...
Views: 6544(4 votes) - 5 Free Insanity Workout Tips for Maximum Weight Loss Results - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2012 from Jimmy Hays NelsonAs a cast member in the Insanity workout DVDs, I had the privilege of working closely with Shaun T as he personally taught us how to DIG DEEPER while doing INSANITY. I want to pass along these 5 FREE INSANITY WORKOUT TIPS to you to ensure you get the maximum results you want! 1. GET YOUR ...
Views: 6522 - The Toe Touch Challenge : 4 Easy Steps to Improve Your “Bendability” - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Eric DagatiIn what has always been the benchmark for flexibility (which it really isn't), touching your toes is a skill that alludes many individuals shortly into adulthood, and sometimes even sooner. While not being able to put your fingertips comfortably to your shoes may simply mean you have short arms ...
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