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- Fit for the Links: How exercise can elevate your golf game - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Eric DagatiThe Picture of the Modern Golfer There he stands at the tee, the paradoxical golfing man. He has all the latest and greatest in golfing gear; from head to toe he’s an equipment manufacturer’s dream. But as he draws back that $450 scientifically crafted driver, he has to swing around one major ...
Views: 1135(2 votes) - Preparing for an Equestrian Vacation - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Ryan SchmidtGetting Fit to go on a horseback riding vacation A bit worried about being sore after spending 6 or 8 hours a day in the saddle? Maybe you have just started riding, or haven’t ridden in a few years – but you want to make sure you get the most enjoyment possible on your Hidden Trails ...
Views: 954(2 votes) - 3 Tips to Work All Your Ab Muscles to Strengthen Your Entire Core - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Tyson FaulknerMost everyone in the world would like to have six pack abs or a flat stomach (depending on gender). It is possible for everyone to achieve, but you have to know the real ways to get results. You'll also need to know what activities will actually move you forward, instead of making you feel like ...
Views: 1162(2 votes) - 3 Killer Upper Ab Exercises To Bring Out Your Upper Abs - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Tyson FaulknerMost people don't realize that the front of your abs, also known as the rectus abdominis, is all one muscle. There actually aren't different distinctions between upper abs and lower abs. When you do ab exercises, you'll be activating the whole muscle, there's no way to separate between the ...
Views: 1005(1 vote) - How To Get A Thorough Lower Ab Workout - 3 Solid Exercises - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Tyson FaulknerIf you're trying to get a six pack or flatten your abs, one of the hardest places to get to show is your lower abs. One way to help them show through is to work them during your ab workouts with great intensity. This will build the muscle up and help them show through. Strengthening your ...
Views: 963(1 vote) - Exercise Routines for Lower Back Pain - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Bo WoloshynLow back pain is one of the most common complaints in those over the age of 21. A number of different conditions can cause low back pain, though muscle irritation is one of the most common causes. Other causes of pain in the lower back are spinal stenosis and disc herniation, otherwise known as ...
Views: 2432(1 vote) - Prescription Pill Addiction Symptoms and Signs - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Crystal SmithA drug prescribed for medication can be a cause of addiction. Although most people do not always think about the possibility of being addicted to a prescription pill, it has in fact been very common to many people today. This has been a growing problem to many, which is why people should be more ...
Views: 1068 - 13 Natural Remedies For Your Restless Legs - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2009 from Edith LingenfelterRestless leg syndrome (RLS) is not dangerous, but, it sure can interrupt your sleep and quality of life. RLS sufferers generally have more leg discomfort when sitting or lying down than when standing. The leg discomfort is worse at night, making it hard to fall asleep. The uncontrollable ...
Views: 994(2 votes) - Energize Your Walk, with a FREE, Non-Stop Walking Mix! - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIf you haven’t heard, thousands of bodies are moving to a new workout music podcast called Motion Traxx. It features high-energy, non-stop dance mixes that are set at different Beats-per-Minute. The faster pace makes it great for cardio. Its producer, Deekron ‘The Fitness DJ’ recently created ...
Views: 813(2 votes) - 5 Big Gym Workout Routine Mistakes That Everybody Makes - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Daniel MundayMost of the time I am an outdoors Sydney Personal Trainer however I still train a couple of groups in a gym that I used to work at back in the day and it means that I see some interesting gym workout routines to say the least. This top 5 list of things not to do in the gym are mistakes that ...
Views: 2023(2 votes) - Pilates Multitoner exercise system - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from daniel loigerotIn the twenty first century, stress and poor posture are taking an increasing toll on our bodies. almost everyone has experienced that special kind of back pain that comes with working in front of our computer all day long. wouldn't you like a program that brings relief from back pain, tension ...
Views: 2443(3 votes) - Safe Cycling Saves Brains and Lives - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Lisa SiegleBicycling is a great way to get around; it’s good exercise, it’s fun, and it allows kids to be independent. But biking causes more traumatic brain injuries than any other sport and each day a child in the United States dies of bicycle-related injuries. Education is the key to safety. Kids ...
Views: 1796(2 votes) - Some Motivation to get moving, and keep moving - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from shana mcCarthyExercise is a great mood enhancer. It feels like you are burning off stress, and you are. Exercise stimulates various brain chemicals which may leave you feeling happier and more relaxed than before you worked out. Also, because you will look better and feel better when you exercise ...
Views: 961(2 votes) - The Cycle of Stress Eating - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Jack MillerThis past week I was talking with a trainee about their progress. This trainee has made excellent progress but seemed to be having difficulty staying away from foods she knew were not healthy for her. We discussed a wide range of issues. One of the things I asked her to do was to reflect on ...
Views: 722(1 vote) - Where are you Going, Where have you Been? - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Clint PhillipsWhere Are You Going, Where Have You Been? by Chicago Personal Trainer Clint Phillips www.clintphillips.com Here is an experiment that relates how powerful and important the connection between mind and body truly is. "Jean, I want to try an experiment," I said. My client turned around ...
Views: 1843(2 votes) - Home Fitness...Is it For You? - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Dan LisacAs the old saying goes “There’s no place like home”. For many, this also applies to weight training. With technological advances, a wide variety of equipment choices and easy access to information on the internet (shameless plug), having a well equipped home gym and workout routine is easier ...
Views: 634(6 votes) - Exercise Not Only Secret to Weight Loss - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Nicki AndersonThe recent Time story in which the author leads readers to believe exercise is really not beneficial for weight loss has certainly garnered its share of criticism. Health and fitness professionals are weighing in and sharing their thoughts. This past week, Registered dietitian, Keri Glassman ...
Views: 1894(4 votes) - How to Burn Fat and Train Abs in Only 15 Minutes Flat Out - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2009 from Anthony ChapmanThe thought of doing any kind of exercise turns many people off because of the impression it can have. If you don't know any different then you would assume it is a long drawn out process only suited for nut cases with nothing else better to do. What if I told you that exercise doesn't have to ...
Views: 1326(2 votes) - How to Tell if You Have an Eating Disorder - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2009 from Emile JarreauThe modern concept of an eating disorder is largely the product of the fashion industry in the 1990s. As models became thinner and thinner, the media glorified this new trend, and stick-thin women began appearing on magazine covers, in commercials, and anywhere else. Once a fashion trend has ...
Views: 722(2 votes) - Intentional Eating Disorder - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Emile JarreauIt is a natural human urge to be loved, to be understood, and to be wanted. One of women’s biggest drives in life is to make themselves as attractive as they can, whether they do so through shopping, make-up, or even an intentional eating disorder. There is an extreme amount of pressure on ...
Views: 1145(2 votes) - Sore or Tired Feet Make Walking Miserable - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2009 from Kathy CrawfordIf you have sore or tired feet from suffering from foot pain then the rest of your body is probably suffering also. When you can't walk right you throw off your body's balance which can cause problems with your ankles, knees and hips. Foot pain can impact every aspect of your daily life. ...
Views: 1174(2 votes) - Why Leg Raises Contribute to Back Pain - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2011 from Dr. Len LopezAbout 30 years ago we learned that straight legged sit-ups were bad for us because it caused back pain. But aren’t lying or hanging leg raises the same thing as the straight legged sit-ups – done in reverse? Aren’t we using the same muscles, whether we raise our legs and keep our upper body ...
Views: 5955(1 vote) - Is Your Energy Balance in Check? - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Christie ClipperIf you are looking to lose or maintain your weight you will need to tap into your energy balance. Scientist’s define energy balance as the number of calories burned being equal to or exceeding the number of calories consumed. Simple as this calculation may seem, the numbers can become easily ...
Views: 1312(2 votes) - Sex and Fitness? - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMany are over-worked, over-stressed and over-eating on a daily basis. These factors lead to tired and generally unhealthy individuals who become too lazy for one of the best activities most teenagers crave - having sex. With these bad food choices and inactivity in our lives, is it any mystery ...
Views: 581(1 vote) - Reasons Why You Need a Personal Trainer - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Kathy CrawfordIf you want to lose weight and get into shape hiring a personal trainer may be your answer. Personal trainers are knowledgeable with specific physical exercises that may help the individual. Most personal trainers are educated and certified through a reputable fitness organization. But should ...
Views: 916(1 vote) - Character Values of a Champion - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Brandon Cook“Champions aren’t made in gyms. Champions are made from something they have deep inside them: A desire, a dream, a vision.” – Muhammad Ali “When your values are clear to you, making decisions becomes easier.” ...
Views: 1661(4 votes) - 9 Muscle Building Nutrition Rules For Explosive Weight Gain - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from Tim RyanMuscle building nutrition is actually very simple and is a major factor in your bodybuilding success. However many people seem to get confused when they are putting together a muscle building diet. Therefore here a set of straightforward easily implementable rules will be outlined that anyone ...
Views: 1717(1 vote) - The BAD Side of Fish Oil - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from Emile JarreauConsidering the healthy benefits of taking fish oil as part of a healthy diet, it might be hard to imagine that there are any negative side effects that can occur, but like most things we take into our bodies, not all of the effects are good even containing omega 3 fatty acids. First of all, ...
Views: 1066(5 votes) - How to Gain Huge Muscle Mass with the Right Mindset - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from Marc FieldsYou may not like the message in this article, yet the following statement cannot be disputed : You will not gain huge muscle mass without the proper mental approach. Yes I know, this may sound simplistic and irrelevant. You see, there are many types of people out there and they will get ...
Views: 1024(1 vote) - More Exercise Tips You Must Try If You Want To Transform Your Body And See Your Abs - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from Anthony Chapman#1 Rotate exercises Think of exercises a bit like your diet, the more variety the better. I once learnt in a lecture that a typical person eats no more than 12 different kinds of food in a typical week. Do you do the same with exercise selection by doing the same exercises week in and week ...
Views: 1135(1 vote) - Exercise Tips You Must Try if You Want to Transform Your Body and See Your Abs - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from Anthony ChapmanClocking in at the gym and putting the time in doesn’t mean you are going to end up with the body of your dreams. Forget marathon type workouts where they only allow you to exercise half-heartedly. It is time to stop guessing and living your life in hope of waking up one day and miraculously ...
Views: 1252(1 vote) - Cardio Exercise to Stay Fit - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from Kamen LozeOne of the best things you can do to lose weight is to get some regular cardio exercise. Cardio is short for cardiovascular, which means it involves your heart. So cardiovascular exercise is exercise that raises your heart rate, and keeps it elevated while you work out. Cardio is great because ...
Views: 925(1 vote) - Exercise and Recovery Time - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowWhen working out is a regular occurrence in your life and it is as regimented as brushing your teeth or picking up the mail, there comes a time during your travels toward better health and fitness that you must begin to contemplate taking time away from your exercise routine. The body will not ...
Views: 1521(1 vote) - Real Expectations - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowWhat and how much we put into our bodies makes a massive difference on how our bodies act, how we feel and the results that come from our actions. Taking valid steps in the directions of our goals in the food department is an integral, genuine maneuver that must be kept under wraps if we are to ...
Views: 968(1 vote) - How to Make Exercise FUN! - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Cindy ClearyEveryone knows that regular exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. But if you don’t like to exercise, you probably won’t do it. True health isn’t about following rules and forcing yourself to do boring exercise routines and eat bland food. If you really want to feel healthy, lose ...
Views: 1088(2 votes) - Rapid Fat Loss Secrets - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Ian KelleyLosing weight quickly is not as healthy and permanent as doing it slowly but it can be done safely and naturally with the right diet, exercise and lifestyle changes. For successful fast weight loss do the following: • Get a Realistic Diet Plan- learn about food and health. There are only two ...
Views: 1399(1 vote) - The Reasons Why Most Women Won’t Get Arms Like Madonna Exercising With Weights - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Anthony ChapmanMost women who want to get in shape will normally stay clear from doing any resistance type exercises involving weights because they believe training with weights will turn them into muscle freaks. I hear this exercise myth all the time from women; it’s probably the most common myth out of all ...
Views: 2014(1 vote) - 7 Easy Ways To Build Muscle Mass - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Tim RyanDepending on where you look there is a lot of great information out there on how to build muscle up. However provided here are a few seldom mentioned tips that can certainly aid you in your quest for muscle mass. Here they are: Try drinking green tea. This can inhibit the enzyme that inhibits ...
Views: 1992(2 votes) - How To Have A Challenging Workout Using Light Dumbbells At Home - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2009 from Anthony ChapmanThere is a way of achieving muscle fatigue if all you have are a pair of light dumbbells kicking around in your spare room. As long as you stick to some guidelines you will be able to feel the burn with all your workouts. Here are the rules: #1 Choose isolation exercises #2 Perform ...
Views: 1552(1 vote) - 7 Fitness Myths - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Becky FoxThere is much advice and information available about obtaining a healthy body and staying in good shape that at times it can be difficult to know what to believe about fitness. There are many truths, but there are also many myths which we’ll explore in further detail. Fitness Myth #1 Spot ...
Views: 2008(2 votes) - Drop in Athletic Performance? Common Causes - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Intent.com Authors1) The most common cause of a drop in performance in cycling, or any other sport, is overtraining: going hard when you should go easy. Hard-and- easy refers to intensity (speed and pressure on the pedals), not to total mileage. On one day, you ride very fast with your group, feel sore on the ...
Views: 646(1 vote) - Moving a Single Muscle - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI have no particular aversion to exercise. As a matter of fact, I rather enjoy it! The obvious problem is once you stop exercising for any period of time it is difficult to jump-start the process again. You know you have let your wellness level suffer. You know you will have to work very hard ...
Views: 609(1 vote) - Should People with Arthritis Exercise? - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Tamer ElsafyMany studies have shown that exercise can be a great help to people with arthritis. Exercise can reduce stiffness and joint pain plus it increases muscle strength, flexibility and cardiac fitness. It can also help with weight lose which can contribute to arthritis joint pain. If you have ...
Views: 1111(1 vote) - How to Do 36,500 Pushups Starting Right Now! - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Thomas AndersonOkay, so the world record for nonstop pushups is 10,507 so I'm not going to show you how to do them all at once. But I am going to show you how to squeeze in 36,500 pushups this year without even going to the gym a single time. In fact you can do more if you want, and even make it 100,000 + ...
Views: 2146(5 votes) - Build Muscle Up Fast: You Are One Secret Away From Massive Gains! - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Tim RyanSpending hours in the gym to build muscle up and not making progress? Brilliant news! There is every chance that there is just one reason stopping your from masive gains. this knowledge alone will help you enormously in your attempts to build muscle up. For most begiiner bodybuilders and some ...
Views: 2362(2 votes) - Biking and Oneness - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIt might have been from Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance, or some other book involving motorcycles, but I remember some author saying that riding a motorcycle is the best way to experience a country. Since most people don't necessarily have the money or the gusto to own a motorcycle, I ...
Views: 912(1 vote) - The Truth About Six-Pack Abs - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2009 from Susan du PlessisAbs are big business, and just about every Tom, Dick and Harriet wants a rock solid 'six-pack'. It's a phenomenon, and while some have turned it into an obsession, others see it as nothing more than an overrated frustration. After all, 1000 sit-ups a day just doesn't seem to 'cut' it and many ...
Views: 910(1 vote) - Effective Tips for Fast Weight Loss - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2009 from Bobby YorkThe first thing to remember when you want to lose weight in a hurry is that it is not safe to lose too much weight too fast. In fact weight loss should happen gradually. Losing weight can be a challenge, but if you are consistent and can incorporate these easy tips in your daily lifestyle, it ...
Views: 727(1 vote) - The Best Lower Ab Exercises Revealed! - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from John AlvinoIf there was just one area on your entire body that you could change, what would it be? If you are like the majority of clients I have worked with over the past 17 years, it would be the lower portion of your abs (around your belly button level). Droves of lower ab bulge sufferers have ...
Views: 1184(1 vote) - Science Reveals How To Lose Stubborn Belly Fat! - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from John AlvinoIt has been scientifically proven that individuals who are chronically under stress are more likely to carry excessive amounts of stomach fat. Is this because stressed out people tend to "stress eat"? Well this certainly may be the case for a percentage of these individuals. After all, ...
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