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- The Secret to a Ripped and Super Strong Core: Stabilization - by Submitted on May 24, 2009 from Emile JarreauWhat if you could get your abs in incredible shape and strengthen your core to the max, without ever doing ONE exercise? Believe it or not, you can. First of all, unless you are brand new to the exercise WORLD, you probably know one simple fact of life about your midsection. Working out your ...
Views: 870 - Hanging Leg Raises: A Superior Core Workout and More! - by Submitted on May 24, 2009 from Emile JarreauWhen you are ready to start training, one of the best things you can do for your body is make sure to include compound movements. Compound movements, which will hit a variety of muscle groups at the same time, allow you to work out much more efficiently. By working several muscle groups at one ...
Views: 1388 - How to Lose Belly Fat Through Exercise - by Submitted on May 24, 2009 from Glenn PrescotIf you want to learn how to lose belly fat, you may be surprised to learn that you cannot spot-reduce fat. This means that there is no single exercise that will help you melt fat off of one particular area of the body. What you need to do is build a combination of diet and exercise that will ...
Views: 1184(2 votes) - Arm Exercises for Women - by Submitted on May 23, 2009 from James JeffersonWomen with arm fat have a terrible thing to deal with. Arm fat is something many women aren't happy with many not wanting to look at it. It makes it very hard for women to be able to wear short sleeved shirts and feel comfortable in them. There are many practical ways to remove arm fat from ...
Views: 1759(1 vote) - Twisting Crunches for Incredible Core Results - by Submitted on May 23, 2009 from Emile JarreauSporting a set of ripped abs is just about everyone’s goal. Millions of dollars are spent by companies advertising products that promise this specific result. Having strong abdominal muscles goes beyond just aesthetics though as your core is involved in just about every movement of your body and ...
Views: 910 - How Cables Can Work Your Core - by Submitted on May 23, 2009 from Emile JarreauWhen most people grab one of the cables machines in the gym they do so to hit their arms or chest muscles. The fact is cable exercises for your core can also provide some of the greatest exercise benefits of all. One fantastic advantage with cables is because cables don't have a singular plane ...
Views: 958 - How to Increase Your Bench Press and Build Muscle Mass Fast - by Submitted on May 22, 2009 from Tim RyanEveryone knows to build muscle mass one of the best exercises for the upper body is the bench press. One of the first questions you are likely to be asked by another bodybuilder is 'how much can you bench press?'. Whilst it may not be the best measure of overall strength it does have a certain ...
Views: 1798 - How To Build Muscle At Home - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Tim RyanHow To Build Muscle Mass At Home One common question often asked is: "Do I need to go to join a gym in order to workout and build muscle?. The answer to that question is a resounding 'no'. Positives and negatives exist for training at home or in a fitness centre. You can easily build muscle ...
Views: 953 - Resistance Bands: A Serious But Simple Core Workout - by Submitted on May 22, 2009 from Emile JarreauMany of you have seen resistance bands, and I am sure some of the most hardcore of you out there have laughed at them. How can a band or little tubes that stretches do anything for ME? Well, if this has been your attitude, it is time to lose it. Resistance bands, or exercise tubes as they are ...
Views: 1004 - How Exercise Preserves Brain Function - by Submitted on May 21, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsDr. Yu-Min Kuo, of the National Cheng Kung University Medical College in Taiwan, has shown how exercise helps to preserve brain function as you age (The Journal of Applied Physiology, November 2008). Dr Kuo trained mice to run daily for five weeks on wheels at 70 percent of their capacity. They ...
Views: 931 - Things to Know Before You Start a Strength Training Routine - by Submitted on May 21, 2009 from frank iaminWhat is the best way to choose a good strength training routine? This is a very discussed and an often misunderstood part of any fitness program. These should be included in your strength building routine in order to be successful. To build the most muscle mass possible you have to lift more ...
Views: 1039 - Exercise Balls: Core Workouts to the Max! - by Submitted on May 21, 2009 from Emile JarreauI remember the first time I saw a demonstration utilizing the physio ball for rehab. The movements seemed elementary, until I got my dumb ass on the ball. Initially it felt obviously different, but the balance issue can be learned quickly. If you’re new to one of these little marvels, a few ...
Views: 777 - How To Build Muscle Fast - by Submitted on May 20, 2009 from Tim RyanEvery bodybuilder wants to grow faster. No-one wants to wait for results, we all want results now or if not then yesterday. So it is very frustrating that it takes months or years to build muscle mass. However there are things that we can do to reduce the time it takes us to build muscle. So ...
Views: 4166 - Muscle Building Workout Over Age 40 - by Submitted on May 20, 2009 from frank iaminTo begin building muscle or start a muscle building workout and you are over 40 years old there are some things you need to consider first. I’m certain you recognize that as we get older our bodies start to change and what we did as youngsters we can’t do today. Our recovery time increases ...
Views: 2767 - Eat Healthy - by Submitted on May 19, 2009 from naturalremedies Home RemediesHealthy eating is not about strict nutrition philosophies, staying unrealistically thin, or depriving yourself of the foods you love. Rather, it’s about feeling great, having more energy, and keeping yourself as healthy as possible – all which can be achieved by learning some nutrition basics ...
Views: 639 - Fitness Tips - by Submitted on May 19, 2009 from naturalremedies Home RemediesHere are the Top 10 Fitness Tips, Programs and Ideas to loss your weight: 1. Exercise is Fundamental for weight loss: The exercise is almost certainly the very important predictor for long term losing weight, the research shown that three 10 minutes daily exercise sessions or between 30 to 60 ...
Views: 568 - Pilates for Core Strength - by Submitted on May 19, 2009 from Emile JarreauUntil the mid 90’s the core conditioning routine that I had consisted of the typical sit up benches and military training I previously did. In an effort to expand my “toolbox” of knowledge, a Master trainer had a class certification available that included Mat, Chairs and Barrels, Reformer and ...
Views: 781 - How Exercise Boosts Your Psychological Health - by Submitted on May 19, 2009 from Michael LeeWe all know that exercise is good for the body. However, did you know that there are also psychological benefits of exercise? These benefits can really have an impact on your health and performance in the long run. Unfortunately, not everybody takes note of them. These psychological benefits of ...
Views: 668 - How to Get Rid of Man Boobs - by Submitted on May 18, 2009 from Clinton Walker IIIWhen you look in the mirror at your chest, do man boobs stare back at you? If your answer is yes, you are not along. Many men, even those in decent shape have problems with man boobs. This flabby look is a result of your chest area having too much fat surrounding it. A good chest workout ...
Views: 885 - Full-figured Fitness - by Submitted on May 18, 2009 from Clinton Walker IIIIn today’s fitness industry, the needs of full-figured women are often overlooked. Images of skinny women saturate magazines, televisions, and internet websites. Unfortunately, only thin women are shown as examples of fitness success. The fitness media should evolve by acknowledging women of ...
Views: 1319 - The Cornerstone of Health and Well-being - by Submitted on May 18, 2009 from Geoffrey GluckmanThere is much advice floating around on the web, in magazines, and from friends and colleagues about how to be the more healthy. Much of it may be useful, however a subtle, key ingredient is missing. Self-responsibility. It may seem like common sense and it is, if one truly understands the ...
Views: 1424(1 vote) - Benefits of Chi Swing Exercise - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from OneTouch MassageGetting enough oxygen is vital to the health of your body. Aerobic exercise can help to increase the oxygen levels in your body, thereby improving your overall health. Although the thought of aerobic exercise may conjure up images of running, biking, and swimming, a workout does not have to be ...
Views: 6158 - Swing Kettlebells for Core Strength - by Submitted on May 16, 2009 from Emile JarreauKettlebells are one of the greatest, if not THE greatest tools for developing core and overall body strength. If you heard the word kettlebell and said “what is a kettlebell?” Then listen up: Kettlebells look like bowling balls with handles coming out of the top. They originated in Russia ...
Views: 1131 - Basic Muscle Building Routine Tips To Help Grow Your Muscles And Improve Your Health - by Submitted on May 16, 2009 from Chriss blakeYou do need a great deal of patience and perseverance if you really want to improve your health by way of effective muscle building routines. Most people quit after just a few attempts and have a lot of trouble sticking to the routine which, of course, is completely counterproductive. Knowing ...
Views: 1843 - 6 Exercises for Abs to Tone Your Stomach - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from gregory newtonMaintaining a flat and solid stomach is far from a walk in the park. It requires hard work on a consistent basis, but the results are well worth the effort. Fortunately, there are a number of different exercises for abs you can apply to your routine to tone your stomach. Here are six popular ...
Views: 1619 - Instructions for Taking Accurate Before & After Photos - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from David KeenanTAKE PHOTOS TO MEASURE PROGRESS FOR WEIGHT LOSS...MUSCLE BUILDING...OR PROPER POSTURE. * Follow these directions to assure a good documentation of all body areas. * It’s important to maintain the same conditions each time you take the photos. * Take follow-up photos about every 4 to 8 weeks for ...
Views: 2212 - Body Weight Exercises for Core Development - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Emile JarreauDeveloping a strong functional core should be the goal of any serious athlete. Oftentimes people just want a ripped midsection simply for the aesthetic aspect of it but because just about every movement we make requires the muscles of the core some degree, focusing on this area of the body is ...
Views: 1075 - Why Workout Calendars Work - by Submitted on May 13, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsLike everything in life, studies show developing a game plan significantly improves your chance to succeed. Seeing progress is a powerfully positive reinforcement for you, both emotionally and spiritually. That’s why as part of my two-part “How To Create Your Best Ever Home Workout”, at Make ...
Views: 831 - Build Muscle Without Weights - Secrets To Muscle Building Without Weights - by Submitted on May 12, 2009 from JD DeanMany people believe that you cannot build muscle without lifting heavy weights. It is entirely true that it is a lot easier to build muscle while lifting heavy weights, but it can be done without the use of weights or supplements. The key to build muscle without weights is to keep your body ...
Views: 1832 - 10 Quick Ways to Get Yourself Fit! - by Submitted on May 10, 2009 from Janie BehrThe energy you expend always comes back. I know this for sure. This is true for all things, including your body. You must nurture it, work it, rest it. If you don't, the energy spent on neglect will eventually turn on you. It's not personal, just physics. I chose not to get up and work out. ...
Views: 4806(4 votes) - How to Prevent Back Pain with Traditional Athletic Abdominal Conditioning - by Submitted on May 08, 2009 from Emile JarreauWatching infomercials about the new, hot abdominal device or the cute little videos with the guys and girls that model an already lean and impressive set of rippling core muscles in a commercial workout that promises you an amazing set of abs with 5 minutes of work a couple of times a ...
Views: 828 - Making Fitness Fun: 11 Ways to Mix Up Your Exercise Routine - by Getting (or staying) fit doesn't have to be a drag. Here are 11 ways to mix up your exercise routine to make it fun again.
1. Sign up for an event. It can be a 5K or a marathon; a fun run (which you can run or walk) a bike race or a triathlon. First, set a realistic goal and then enter an ...
Views: 1064 - Golfing with COPD (Pulmonary Disease) - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2009 from Bob FormanAs if playing golf isn’t tough enough, imagine playing when you can’t breathe that well. That’s what people with COPD or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease must face, but that shouldn’t deter their love for the game. COPD, according to the Mayo Clinic, is the overall term for a group of ...
Views: 2222 - 8 Great Online Tools to Help You Get Fit - by Sure, you'll have to do the sweating yourself, but the Internet has a huge variety of tools and resources that can help you to get and stay fit.
Here are some ways to use the power of the Internet to achieve your fitness goals:
1. Find a group of people who are training for an event. ...
Views: 817 - Work the Transverse Abdominal Muscles to Flatten Your Tummy - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2009 from Glenn PrescotThe rectus abdominus covers the transverse abdominals which even though are core muscles are often left out during stomach workouts. Focus of most exercises is given to the vertical abdominals and rectus abdominus which leaves out the transverse abdominals completely. These muscles don't even ...
Views: 3872(2 votes) - Why is a Personal Trainer Irreplaceable While on a Diet? - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2009 from jason justMost people who are either considering or already on a diet do not feel that a personal trainer is necessary. They simply do exercises in whichever way they feel comfortable and at least ruin their joints, generally just give up exercising and do the diet. If the dieting individual continues to ...
Views: 581 - The Diet and Nutrition Facts, with Some Added Exercising for Good Measure - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2009 from jason justWhen facing all the diets proposed in books, over the internet and by various dietitians and nutritionists, then some questions arise, which need to be answered. For instance, if some food is considered bad and some other food is considered good, shouldn’t all the diets be the same? Or perhaps ...
Views: 563 - Why is it Important to Consult Common Sense? - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2009 from jason justDieting and exercising is a multibillion dollar business. Thousands of muscle packed former sportspeople and dietitians and nutritionists are hysterically digging for a spot in the niche, trying to find something that has not yet been copyright protected or trademarked. Home shopping networks ...
Views: 577 - Is a Diet without an Exercise Regime Futile? - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2009 from jason justThe biggest mistake people make, when dieting, is to assume that a diet is there to help them to lose weight. This is not the case. The result of a healthy diet is weight loss, if you are overweight or obese, but the reason why you are picking up a diet plan is to improve the quality of your ...
Views: 717 - Fit and Trim for Life - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2009 from John AOVFor ten years, I was consistently overweight. My clothes were too tight and then didn’t fit at all. This year, I developed a formula that I have used to get my weight under control for the first time in a decade. I have dropped from 196 lbs to 179 lbs. I feel terrific and get compliments from ...
Views: 1317 - Uniting the Mind, Body, & Spirit Through Fitness - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2009 from Chrissy ZmijewskiToday we are going to talk about fitness as a spiritual discipline. Now, before we go further, let me define what I mean by "spiritual." I am not talking about religion. This is NOT about your religious demonimation or whether you believe in a higher power or not. What I’m talking about is ...
Views: 946(2 votes) - Increase Your Three Types of Energy - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2009 from John AOVMost successful people can be characterized as having very high levels of energy. Since energy is the fuel with which everything is achieved, there seems to be a direct relationship between energy levels and levels of accomplishment. It is hard to imagine a tired, burned-out person achieving ...
Views: 739 - Learn How to Lose Belly Fat with Diet and Exercise - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2009 from Glenn PrescotLearn How to get rid of Love Handles the right way : If you want to learn how to lose belly fat or make those love handles disappear, you will need to understand how weight is lost and muscle strength is developed. There is no magic pill that will help you get rid of all of your belly fat. ...
Views: 1521(1 vote) - How to Lose Love Handles with Aerobic Exercise - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2009 from Glenn PrescotLove handles develop around the abdomen when excess fat is allowed to build up on the body. While genetics do play a role in the development of love handles, there are some steps you can take in order to learn how to lose love handles. Proper diet is very important when trying to get rid of ...
Views: 2123(2 votes) - Improving Your Mind Brain Health When You Get Physically Fit - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2021 from Leon EdwardWe all know that we could use some more exercise. As a society, we are entirely too sedentary, spending a lot of time watching TV, playing video games and surfing the web - and far too little engaged in physical activity. This kind of lifestyle leads to obesity and low energy levels. We all are ...
Views: 3163(3 votes) - Walking to Lose Fat Fast - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2009 from Peter StockwellPeople who want successful weight loss often think about reducing the amount of food they eat. This may be good but is not necessarily the best thing to do for safe weight loss. In fact, depending on the amount you reduce your food intake, it may even be dangerous to your health. So how do you ...
Views: 1006(1 vote) - Are You an Alpha Type Workout Fanatic? Try This Routine on for Size - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Emile JarreauEvery athlete that has ever looked in the mirror and flexed their bicep can identify with the alpha type personality that lives within each of us. We want to be better, stronger, and faster than anyone else. For those that look at working out not just as a hobby but more as a way of life then ...
Views: 1107 - The 5 Most Important Reasons to Practice Tai Chi - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2009 from Mariscela AlvarezIt has been said and written that Tai Chi is a "way of life". Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition that when practiced regularly, improves the quality of our life, restoring the natural flow of our life force, or internal energy or "chi". Our unique “human being” design is structured as a ...
Views: 2506(2 votes) - The Real Way to Lose Belly Fat - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Julie BarrosMany people believe that by doing 100 abdominal exercises and a ton of crunches they will automatically get a flat stomach. The truth is, to lose belly fat you need much more than ab exercises. After all, if you have rock hard abs hidden behind belly fat all the abdominal exercises in the ...
Views: 5975(1 vote) - Circuit Training for Maximum Exercise Benefits - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Julie BarrosCircuit training is a form of training that includes both aerobic exercises with strength training exercises. With this method of working out, you alternate between sets of strength training with short spurts of aerobics. This form of exercise is a great way to build strength, endurance and of ...
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