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- What Are The Most Important Ab Exercises For Women? You'll Be Surprised - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2010 from Tyson FaulknerAs you probably know, there are a ton of different abdominal exercises out there, and I would say most of them work about the same for men and women. If the men are trying to bulk up their abs there are things you can do there, but for the most part, our bodies respond the same to a lot of the ...
Views: 1024 - Your Exercise Guide To Burn Belly Fat! - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2010 from Tim RyanAfraid to look in the mirror? Scared you might see a mountain of belly fat looking back at you? Well if that is the case do not panic. There is plenty that you can do to burn belly fat fast. Here are a few guidelines to do just that: 1) Walk. Simple yet effective a brisk walk around the park, ...
Views: 1346(3 votes) - Get The Body You Deserve With These Easy To Follow Weight Loss Guidelines! - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2010 from Tim RyanTook a look at yourself in the mirror lately? Not pleased with what you saw? A bit too much belly fat for your liking? Sagging underarms? Double chin? These are all classic signs that you have let things 'go' a little too much. But hold on a minute do not despair restoring your body’s natural ...
Views: 1266(2 votes) - These 4 Facts Are The Truth About Six Pack Abs - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2010 from Tyson FaulknerIf you've tried just about everything to get rid of your belly fat and get six pack abs, then you may need to learn the truth about six pack abs. Unfortunately there is a lot of bogus information floating around that is mostly promoted for marketing purposes (as far as I can tell). Here are 4 ...
Views: 915 - This is How To Get A Six Pack In 3 Minutes Per Day - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2010 from Tyson FaulknerIs it possible to get a six pack in just 3 minutes a day? Well, yes and no. Yes because you really can get in a killer ab workout in just 3 minutes. No because in order to get six pack abs you need to be floating at a pretty low body fat percentage, which can take much more than 3 minutes if ...
Views: 3453 - World's Toughest Athlete - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2010 from Ed MayhewFrom time to time we all find ourselves in difficult or tough circumstances not of our own choosing. Then there are those who actually opt to put themselves in extremely perilous situations as a way of testing their mettle -- for the challenge of it. Pennsylvania"s Tim Hewitt is such a person. ...
Views: 1978 - Exciting Goal Setting! - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2010 from Lisa PhillipsMany people groan when the hear the word ‘ Goal Setting’ as it seems a unnecessary and dull process. I am going to share with you a fun, inspiration goal setting process which will keep you motivated and help you stay on track towards your goals. Setting a goal is really important and will ...
Views: 2788(1 vote) - Using an Exercise Ball in Your Core Workouts - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2010 from Charles InnissThe Exercise Ball has become one of the most popular pieces of exercise equipment in the fitness industry. It has many names. Some people refer to it as a Stability Ball, Swiss Ball, or Physioball. There are 3 main reasons people perform abdominal exercises on an exercise ball. When doing ...
Views: 1044 - Timing is EVERYTHING - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2010 from Cindy PearlmanTIMING IS EVERYTHING By JJ VIRGIN One of the biggest complaints busy moms have for me is that there is never enough time to cook healthy meals. You're rushing from home to school to activities and it seems easy to just drive to the local fast food place or pick up a pizza. Who has time ...
Views: 581 - Foods That Fight Inflammation - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2010 from Cindy PearlmanFOODS THAT FIGHT INFLAMMATION By JJ VIRGIN As we sail into 2010, it's easy to focus on what everything looks like on the outside. Do these jeans fit? Can I get my waistline to look smaller? I want only one chin! But it's also time to focus on what's going on inside your system. ...
Views: 1233 - UNLOCK THE SECRET HEALTH BOOSTERS IN FOOD - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2010 from Cindy PearlmanUNLOCK THE SECRET HEALTH BOOSTERS IN FOOD By JJ VIRGIN A few weeks into a new year, I want to focus on a new you that's healthy and full of energy. That brings me to an old adage of "you are what you eat." That's right...what you ate at your last meal (or yesterday) has either the ...
Views: 616 - PARTY DOWN YOUR DRESS SIZE - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2010 from Cindy PearlmanPARTY DOWN YOUR DRESS SIZE By JJ Virgin Wasn't it Kool in the Gang who told us to "celebrate good times ...come on!" Prince put in his two cents when he advised us to "party like it was 1999." Well, it's a new year and some of us are still partying a little bit too hard when it comes to ...
Views: 608 - Eat Right, Sleep Right - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2010 from Cindy PearlmanThose who are following my program know that great health and weight loss is NOT just about eating right and getting in your exercise sessions. Of course, those are two important keys to success. It's not the end of the story. I've always insisted that getting a solid night of ...
Views: 1048(1 vote) - Exercise Importance - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2010 from gary hillThere are many different exercise benefits that are important to know about. Doing the exercises is obviously important, but the benefits can keep you focused and dedicated to doing the exercising every day. If you are overweight you should take the time to go to your doctor for a full physical ...
Views: 595(1 vote) - Diabetes Natural Cure - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2010 from gary hillMost physicians are of the opinion that there is no chance to cure diabetes. Some of them hide the natural cures they don't want you to know. However, some people believe positively that there are diabetes natural cures. You should begin by drinking plenty of water. Curing diabetes begins by ...
Views: 620(1 vote) - Mastering the Most Important Core Exercise: Learn the Drawing-In Maneuver - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2010 from Charles InnissForget about crunches, sit ups, or leg raises. The drawing-in maneuver to engage the transversus abdominus is the most important core exercise to master if you want to develop core stability. If you’ve never heard of the transversus abdominus I wouldn’t be surprised. It the deepest of the ...
Views: 5061(1 vote) - Finding the Best Abdominal Exercises for Your Workouts - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2010 from Charles InnissSince I am a personal trainer, I am often asked… What is the Best Abdominal Exercise? And my answer is often it depends. It depends on the goal. Now, I know most people want to know what is the best abdominal exercise to get rid of fat on their stomach, but unfortunately ab exercises by ...
Views: 1093 - The Runners Nutrition Guide - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2010 from Kay WintermanTop performing athletes and runners must pay attention to their diet, hydration and nutrition in order to maintain their fitness levels. Without a proper nutrition runners and athletes will fail to reach peak performance levels. Therefore a well balanced diet is necessary, consisting of ...
Views: 636(4 votes) - Technology Brings Workplace Wellness to Small Business - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2010 from Phil WeaverWith health care costs soaring and business scampering to find ways to become more profitable workplace wellness has become a hot topic. This fledgling industry is now estimated to be a 500 billion dollar industry and it's just getting started. Although the trend started in the US growth has ...
Views: 1466 - The most important thing... - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2010 from Michele TandyWater, the most important thing for your health. You could make the case that its oxygen or blood and you wouldn’t be wrong. But I want to encourage anyone who reads this blog to find something that me and my husband have recently found in our lives. We were not drinking enough water. Water is ...
Views: 1133(1 vote) - How can I possibly learn the sun salutation surya namaskar - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2010 from Daya Devi-DoolinHow can I possibly learn to do that, the sun salutation (surya namaskar? http://abc-of-yoga.com/yogapractice/sunsalutation.asp. Learn by doing and practicing two poses at a time. When you feel it starts to flow for you with those two, add one more and one more. When you realize how ...
Views: 2481(2 votes) - Tips for Post-Workout Recovery - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Dale MillerAfter a trip to the gym most of us get on with our day and hope that we have pushed ourselves just the right amount. Too much, and we will end up feeling sore the next day, too little and the hour and a half might end up having been wasted. Assuming that we have stretched before and after and ...
Views: 4641(5 votes) - Carrying out a Low Cholesterol Diet Plan - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Paul RodgersA high level of cholesterol has been linked with several conditions. A high level of cholesterol inside the body can be brought about by several things. On of them is by following a diet that is excessive in saturated fat and Low density lipids or "bad" cholesterol which is the type of diet ...
Views: 2145(2 votes) - Body Building - How to Succeed 6 - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2010 from Peter RadfordBodybuilding Supplements Overview Bodybuilding supplements consist of a number of different substances used by athletes or individuals participating in a variety of physical activities, including weight training. Their purpose is to act as an aid in the building of lean muscle mass or to ...
Views: 1244(3 votes) - Did You See Jennifer Garner Demonstrate The “Valslide” Exercise Program on Ellen? - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2010 from Dave MitchellThe beautiful Jennifer Garner was on The Ellen Degeneres Show the other day talking about her new movie, her new daughter and how she used “The Valslide” to shape up after giving birth to her. It was invented by Valerie Waters (Val Slide, get it?), personal trainer to Hollywood’s elite who has ...
Views: 1099(1 vote) - Lowering Cholesterol Naturally Is The Safe Way - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2010 from Paul RodgersLowering cholesterol naturally is becoming an increasingly popular alternative to prescription drugs and their unwanted side effects. Lowering cholesterol naturally is possible with the right combination of diet, exercise, and attitude. For those with existing heart disease, the benefits of ...
Views: 1611(2 votes) - The Ballroom Centre - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2013 from Brian AkersMany athletes have found their core's in their chosen sports. You too can use your centre to improve posture, strengthen your back and prevent injury. The importance of a strong centre is essential if a dancer is to progress to a higher level. The centre or core or the inner unit has been a ...
Views: 797 - Dance Groups are Key to Good Health - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2013 from Brian AkersThere is growing evidence that being a member of a social ballroom dancing group can significantly reduce the risk of health conditions that are commonly spoken about in the media. This highlights the importance of belonging to a range of social dancing groups, of hanging onto social dance ...
Views: 516 - Where to Learn Sequence and New Vogue Dancing - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2013 from Brian AkersSequence and New Vogue dancing though you may have never experienced it before is an excellent way of learn to dance in sequence i.e; with everyone else doing the same sequence of steps. After seeing "Dancing with the Stars" on television ", you've decided it's time for you to get away from the ...
Views: 961 - Studendous Strength Training - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2010 from Deborah McIncrowAlso known as lifting weights, muscle building, toning and sculpting. All are a terrific addition to your exercise regiment and do not need to cost an arm or a leg nor encompass massive amounts of time in your weekly schedule. Training your body to be strong, defined and sexy is probably less ...
Views: 1264(1 vote) - Ten Ways to Get Healthy - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2012 from Adrian BrownHere are ten ways to get healthy. These ten undeniably easy tips show you how to take your health to the next level by simply applying them to your daily routine. Living a healthy life is not half as difficult as many may think it is. The time you take to address matters of your health ...
Views: 1423(2 votes) - Best Clinics and Hospitals by CMH Foundation - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2010 from Mac AndersonThe Citrus Memorial Health Foundation has a lot of clinics and hospitals under it which are popular for the excellent service and the best healthcare facilities. It has grown continuously and now boasts of having heart centers, diagnostic imaging services and a lot of outreach programs. Citrus ...
Views: 716 - ***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: 7266(2 votes) - Online Weight Loss Help- Just a Click Away - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2010 from Sanjana SharmaFew years back, it was not there. But online weight loss help has caught many eyes and is showing positive results. You would think that i am delusioned. How can someone loose weight online?How could the internet,have anything to do with weight loss? The fact is that, it is the right place ...
Views: 816(1 vote) - New Year's Fitness Resolutions That Really Work - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2010 from Mike MorricalAs we begin a New Year, most all of us have some things that we would like to improve upon or not repeat this year. The most popular New Year’s resolutions include achieving a stronger, healthier more youthful body through diet and exercise. This year do something different as you sit down ...
Views: 496(1 vote) - Vibrating Exercise Machine- Know How It Works, How To Buy and How To Use? - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2010 from Sanjana SharmaWe might think the vibrating technology as one the recent innovations of our people. But the concept of vibrating exercise machine was not under wraps with our ancient Greeks. Greeks used it to fasten the healing process for injuries. This was a concept that Vladimir Nazarov, a Russian ...
Views: 891(2 votes) - What to Eat Before and After a Workout - by To get the most out of your workout, you'll want to fuel your body for maximum energy and stamina. And after your workout, you'll want to focus on foods that won't bring your renewed energy down.
Here's what you need to know:
Water is essential to your workout routine, before, after and ...
Views: 1143(1 vote) - A New Year… A New Decade… A New Strategy… A New You! - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2010 from Bridgette CollinsIf you’re like most people, each year, you lay out your strategic plan for living healthier. Once the year starts, the plan starts to change. Despite the best intentions, you can't always anticipate how life’s challenges, demands, obligations and relationships will change what you’ve outlined ...
Views: 584(1 vote) - Emotional Eating--The Stress of Emotions - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2010 from Richard KuhnsEmotional eating has been identified as the single largest reason people gain weight back after they lost it and it's a well known fact that 95% of all those who lose weight gain it all back. Everyday I read articles or books featuring a means of overcoming emotional eating. At first I was ...
Views: 1386(1 vote) - The Best Exercise Routine For Busy People - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2009 from david mauntzLets face it. With the busy lifestyle that our society lives, when it comes down to exercising, people want the fastest and most efficient program possible. So this brings about two questions. One, HOW MUCH TIME is required to get actual results from a fitness program? Two, WHAT needs to be done ...
Views: 4254(3 votes) - Cardio for Maximum Fat Loss - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2009 from david mauntzCardiovascular Training: Why you should be exercising less Ok, so I know this sounds weird right? Exercise less! Am I crazy! No, I'm actually just trying to prove a point here. I'm trying to prove that it isn't how much exercise you do that gives you results. What gives you results is what ...
Views: 1976(1 vote) - Don't Make Dieting Your Resolution! - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2009 from Nicki AndersonEach time I turn on the TV or the radio I hear, "Lose 20 pounds by Valentines Day!" or "Lose all the holiday weight for just pennies a day!" And my all time favorite, "Do you suffer from abdominal fat? (duh) In just weeks you can lose the fat and get the abs you've always wanted!" Do you have ...
Views: 1860(1 vote) - Breaking the weight loss plateau - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2009 from Joe PalmieriYou are spending a lot of effort to achieve and keep, the body you want. You go to the gym four or five days a week, watch what you are eating and stay as active as possible. However, it’s been some time since you made any real gains. In fact, you haven’t changed much in the last six months. And ...
Views: 986(3 votes) - The London Marathon – the largest annual charity event in the world! - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2009 from Christopher AuriolIt’s true, the London Marathon has now grown to be the largest annual charity event in the world, raising more money for charities than any other annual event, and you can be involved! Whether you’re interested in running in the London Marathon or you want to go along and cheer on the runners, ...
Views: 1043(2 votes) - Methods of Flexibility Training - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2009 from Ralph KlisiewiczEvery one, at one point, has complained of muscle stiffness. Runners often complain about tight hamstrings after long runs. Those working in front of computers for many hours often complain about neck stiffness. Given these observations, it would appear that muscle stiffen is directly related to ...
Views: 13238(2 votes) - How to Determine if an Exercise is Safe- Your Threshold to Resistance - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2009 from Ralph KlisiewiczExercises in fitness industry are often identified as “safe” or “unsafe”. In reality, however, the same exercise can be safe for one and unsafe for another. Therefore, it is inaccurate to describe one exercise safe and another unsafe. It is the readiness of ones body that determines whether ...
Views: 2237(2 votes) - How to Add Variety to Exercise Program by Manipulating Planes of Motion - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2009 from Ralph KlisiewiczMobility and flexibility are integral part of any personal training program. In order to achieve this, a good personal trainer would ensure that the training routine he/she designs is well balanced. When a training routine is well-balanced, muscle groups and movement chains are equally ...
Views: 1886(2 votes) - Do I Need to Hire a Personal Trainer? - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2009 from Ralph KlisiewiczAs I began working as a personal trainer I found it a bit surprising that there were people who were willing to pay me for guiding them through a workout. I would even be hired by people who were already in relative good shape. Working out seemed to be so intuitive to me, I was involved in ...
Views: 2314(4 votes) - You Have to Stop Sooner Or Later - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2010 from Mary ClaybonFor years people who have talked about wellness referred to weight loss, fitness or smoking cessation programs. Later we identified the role stress plays in our overall health and wellness so we developed stress management programs. Interesting that although the wellness industry has spent ...
Views: 795(1 vote) - EQ-Emotional Intelligence for Peak Performance - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2010 from Mary ClaybonEQ-Emotional Intelligence for Peak Performance Shaheen's example love the concept of EQ. When Daniel Goleman wrote his book Emotional Intelligence in 1995, his premise that 90% of our success has little do with our IQ made sense and caught on in personal and organizational development circles. ...
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