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- Answers to Fitness Myths! - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from Michele CarmichaelFitness facts and fictions Q: How can I reduce the fat around my middle, or any other specific area of the body? A: Spot reduction is not possible! The only way to lose fat is through reduced caloric intake and exercise. Cardiovascular training is an excellent way to reduce fat, and should be ...
Views: 1386 - Work Out Tips for Busy People - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2009 from John AOVThe often quoted paradox of our world is that, while technology helps us do things faster and faster, we seem to be getting busier and busier. We want to take advantage of our increased speed by adding more tasks to our schedule. At the end of the day, we evaluate our productivity and ...
Views: 718 - Common Myths About Fitness - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2009 from Michele CarmichaelAs an expert in an ever-changing Fitness Industry for 25 years, I have been lucky to see how trends have come and gone, and the benefits and the contraindications as well! Remember the days of headbands, leg-warmers and bouncy pony-tails? Yup, I was there for all of that, a more simple time, ...
Views: 1999(2 votes) - Set the Bar One Below Par - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2009 from Paul SimsAs you start reading this you might be thinking, oh, no, another article about how strength training will improve my golf. Well you would only be half right. In this article we will explore how strength training will improve your golf and your life. Strength training or resistance training ...
Views: 953 - Double Chins Remedied Using Facial Exercise - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2009 from Cynthia RowlandWhen you closely examine your face what is the biggest detraction or the neon light that calls attention to your facial imperfections? Is that looming chin – the dreaded wattle – tops on your list? Double chins can occur even when you haven't gained an ounce but wearing an extra roll of flesh ...
Views: 1003 - ***Does Your Cup Runneth Over? - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2009 from Paul ChekAre you always in a hurry? Is money a recurring problem in your life? Are you working to live instead of living to work? Do you have a relationship or two adding stresses to your life? How are your eating habits? Do you have a history of dieting, skipping meals or living off of packaged or ...
Views: 2372 - Strength Training for Fitness - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2009 from Darren O ConnellStrength training is important to your exercise and fitness program. It will help you increase your metabolism and burn more fat and calories throughout the day by requiring your muscles and body to need more fuel for maintenance when at rest. Overall fitness is easy; all you have to do is ...
Views: 1223 - The Best and Worst Things to Do Before and After Lunch - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2009 from Eduardo BritoThe easiest way to succeed with not only your health goals, but any goal, is to structure your life and habits in ways that support and make achieving your goals easy. That happens to be particularly true when it comes to your eating habits; not only as far as what you eat, but also as far as ...
Views: 2844 - Know Your Exercise Type - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesForget about the so-called exercise experts who all say that everyone should run, or everyone should walk, or do aerobics, or lift weights, or whatever the fad exercise du jour is. Each of us has a unique mind and body, and we should pick exercises that fit our mental and physical ...
Views: 842 - Discover the Three Key Pillars to Attainable Health and Fitness - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesA fallacy is being perpetuated that attainable health and fitness is complicated, impossible, frustrating, or just plain out of one’s reach. Individuals are often conditioned to believe that health and fitness require an all-or-nothing approach. You are either super fit or sedentary. Period! You ...
Views: 838 - ***Standing Like a Tree - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2009 from Paul ChekIn my clinical practice, I’ve found a common thread among both the athletes and the sedentary people who come to see me. Both are overworked and lack vital energy — what I call life-force or chi. Today, people need exercise more than ever. Why? Because they are more sedentary and unhealthy than ...
Views: 3186 - Are You Sick of Getting Sick? - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2009 from Sean BarkerDon't you hate it when your training seems to be going great and boom; it hits you, chills, fever, achy joints, runny nose, cough etc. As diligent as you are with your diet and taking your vitamins you come down with the flu and get sick. The best thing to do is to bite the bullet and get ...
Views: 1012(1 vote) - Get Some R&R- Rest and Recovery - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2009 from Sean BarkerIt happens to us all every now and then, even the most passionate of trainers. We reach a point in your training when we lack motivation to train, eat right, we feel tired or come down with the flu... These are usually the symptoms of over training or lack of recovery. But it is not always ...
Views: 1391 - Consistency is the Key to Fitness - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2009 from Sean BarkerThis article not only applies to achieving your body shaping goals but it also shows how if affects your whole life. To make progress in the gym you have to focus on consistency. No matter how good your current training program may be or how perfect a diet your have planned to follow, none it ...
Views: 4973 - How is Your ROM? Range of Motion is Critical For Building Muscle - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2009 from Sean BarkerIf your not sure what I mean by ROM, its Range of Motion. This is the complete range that you perform every exercise from start to finish. But how many people get carried away with increasing the weight they lift only to sacrifice the proper exercise execution in which the exercise should be ...
Views: 1445 - How to Build a Home Gym on a Budget - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2009 from Sean BarkerYou don't need to buy an expensive gym membership so you can use all those complicated machines to get in shape. People were building muscle and burning fat long before any of those strange looking machines were invented. You don't need to buy an expensive gym membership so you can use all ...
Views: 1359 - Dynamite Delts - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2009 from Sean BarkerIf one muscle group caps off a physique more any other it has to be the deltoid muscles. A wide pair of shoulders gives that aesthetic appeal creating a V-taper while making your waist look smaller than it actually is. Any type of movement requiring the upper body uses the shoulders for ...
Views: 1120 - What Causes Muscle Growth? - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Sean BarkerEven with today's technology, everything is still not completely understood on what causes muscle growth. There are actually a whole series of biological processes that are triggered after hard, heavy weight training. These processes work together to repair the muscle fiber and produce an ...
Views: 2273(1 vote) - Armed and Dangerous - Arm Workout - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Sean BarkerAlong with getting a big chest, most men who start weight training want big arms. Also, one of the main trouble spots for women is the back of the arm, the tricep muscle. f you ask someone to show you their muscles they will usually roll up their sleeve and flex their bicep. But what most ...
Views: 2101 - 5 Exercises You Shouldn't Be Doing - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Sean BarkerOld habits are hard to break. But if you keep doing these 5 old school exercises you will be breaking more than old habits. 1. Leg extensions - Unfortunately this exercise seems to be the extent of most guys leg training. Probably because sitting down and pumping out reps of quad extensions ...
Views: 1646 - How to Be Active and Stay Fit - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Darren O ConnellWhile most people see exercising as torture and others see it as the only means to lose weight, exercise is also a great way to maintain a healthy body. Regular exercise helps the body function properly. Exercising helps the body build necessary muscle mass, build stronger bones and regulates ...
Views: 1291 - The Importance of Strength Training for Women Over 40 - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Ann SeelyeIn this country, 10 million people have osteoporosis and another 80 million have low bone mass. 80 percent of these are women. Osteoporosis is linked to more than 1.5 million fractures. These can lead to lifetime disability and early death. After age 35, women lose 1-3% of their bone calcium ...
Views: 2184 - How to Build Lean Muscles Fast without Over Training - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from casey gentlesIf you are looking to build muscles, or just doing simple workouts, there is always a possibility of over training. Over training can cause serious problems such as muscle cramps, fatigue and even muscle loss. Over training is very common among people who work out very often, even more so among ...
Views: 768 - What Is The Secret To Get A Six Pack Abs Fast - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from casey gentlesEveryone would love to get a six pack abs, but the problem is there are so many programs on the internet that claims they are the best to help you achieve this goal. Some of these programs are good while some are absolute crap. Deciphering which are the best methods that work and suits you is ...
Views: 762 - 10 Tips to Change Your Body - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Sean BarkerDo you want to change your body and finally get fit for life? Well, lets keep things simple. If you just followed these 10 tips on a consistent basis, you can transform your body to tip-top shape. 1. Perform cardiovascular/aerobic exercise 3-5 times a week (To get a lean physique you need to ...
Views: 1325(1 vote) - How to Train Your Abs - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Sean BarkerThis article will give you the truth to achieving awesome abs to show off during the summer months. There are three main points to consider to achieve awesome abdominals. 1. Abdominal training 2. Diet 3. Cardiovascular exercise This article will focus on number one, abdominal training. Once ...
Views: 2710(1 vote) - Post-Workout is the Time For Building Muscle - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Sean BarkerYour body is like a sponge after a hard workout. Most nutrients you consume get soaked up by your body for energy replenishment and muscle repair. To maximize muscle glycogen stores, carbohydrate rich foods should be consumed immediately after exercising. To maximize muscle glycogen stores, ...
Views: 1427 - 7 Secrets to Better Workouts - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Sean BarkerIf your workouts seem to be getting you nowhere, read on to get the 7 Secrets To Better Workouts. 1. Start your engines. As your old high school gym teacher might have led you to believe, stretching before weight training is not the best way to warm-up. 1. Start your engines As your old high ...
Views: 2368(1 vote) - Confessions of a Personal Trainer - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Wendy ReeseFar too many times, when I say I am a personal trainer and that I teach yoga and pilates, people act weird around me; confessing laziness and poor nutritional patterns, looking at me as if I just said, “I think Hitler was a swell guy.” I always want to say, “I am not a priest or counselor, what ...
Views: 2722 - Exercises to Increase Metabolism - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Darren O ConnellThe best way to help you lose weight is to increase your metabolism. So how do you do that? Some people find that heredity is working against them, but there are ways to enhance your metabolism so you can boost your fuel consumption and lose weight. Exercising is one of the best ways to increase ...
Views: 2357 - 5 Best Exercises for Fitness - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Darren O ConnellEveryone wants a quick fix. They just want a list of exercises that will take little time and little effort but produce great results. However, as we all know, there are no quick fixes, no list that can be provided to produce maximum results in minimum time. There is a list, however, which can ...
Views: 1252 - Strength & Growth - The Foundation of All Body Transformations! - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from James CiprianiAre you frustrated with busting your butt in the gym hour after hour, month after month, and year after year with little or no results to show for it? Are you frustrated with all of the conflicting information about how to train? I AM PROMISING YOU RIGHT NOW THAT IF YOU FOLLOW THIS ARTICLE TO A ...
Views: 1474 - Overcoming Inertia and Finding the Flow - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Jerry ColkerSometimes you feel like Sisyphus, straining and struggling to get that rock up to the top of the mountain, only to find it roll right back down. And sometimes you find yourself so involved in what you are doing, that time itself ceases to exist, until you stop and realize, "Ohhhh yeah, I was in ...
Views: 3190 - Serenity - Courage - Wisdom - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Jerry ColkerI am a triple A control freak. It can be exhausting. It's taken me many years to understand and accept the fact that, indeed, there are some things I cannot control. Believe me, this "acceptance" hasn't come easily. For example: other people. Why can't they act exactly as I want--no--be ...
Views: 1999 - Training for Functional Fitness - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2009 from Wendie PettTraining for Functional Fitness Imagine that you just got through working out and you feel more pumped than ever, literally. You could pass for Popeye after eating his spinach. Using the bench press and free weights, you’ve never seen yourself lift so much before. Thrilled with your ...
Views: 1017 - Mind Your Heart - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2009 from Wendie PettEvery second of every day your heart pulses and pumps oxygenated blood throughout your entire body to keep you alive, alert, and well. This wondrous muscle is the core of your being, empowering your whole body. The more you work this muscular organ, which on average (as an adult) is the size of ...
Views: 910 - #1 Weight Loss Tip: Lack of sleep causes you to be fat - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2009 from Jayson HunterThere is a new healthy weight loss diet coming out almost every week. There are also numerous weight loss tips and guidelines to help you lose weight. Now many of these healthy eating guidelines and weight loss tips are valid points and should be followed if you want to achieve permanent weight ...
Views: 935 - 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: 6994 - The Whole-Food Guide to Strong Bones: Creating a Program That Works for You - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2009 from New Harbinger PublicationsI genuinely believe that in order to create an effective exercise habit, you must think about what you can sustain not for weeks, but for decades. What sort of movement and exercise can you do that you'll enjoy and that won't elicit the mule response? What feels good to your body? In terms of ...
Views: 1377 - Getting Started - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2009 from Melissa AllenThe other day someone approached me asking how to get started with a fitness program, and so I thought I would cover some of the basics in this week’s column. I highly recommend seeking the help of a qualified fitness professional to get you going if your budget allows it, even if it’s just a ...
Views: 823 - Good Exercising Tips: Work Smart, Not Hard - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2009 from Allison FoskettIt’s important to have good exercising tips. While many people practice strength training, few realize that it is one of the most effective ways to increase your metabolism. This is big news for those trying to lose weight – why? Because your metabolism is the rate at which you ...
Views: 1754 - Exercises and Foods to Speed Up Metabolism - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2009 from Allison FoskettAre there exercises and foods to speed up your metabolism? It’s interesting that while many people know the word “metabolism”, few people actually know what it means. And - many overweight people still blame their weight on a “slow metabolism”. Quite simply, your ...
Views: 2820 - Treadmill Workouts: Maximize Calorie Burn - by Running is a great way to burn calories and increase cardiovascular fitness. But when bad weather hits and you take a day off, it can lead to two and three and four days off, and before you know it, you can easily slip out of your running routine.
That's why many runners turn to the treadmill, ...
Views: 1189 - Are You Out of Your Comfort Zone? - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2009 from Richard HuntleyI have just got back from teaching a few groups an introduction to the RH Martial Fitness system and it went down really well. By the end of the sessions everybody had worked hard and pushed themselves but most of all enjoyed what they had learnt. Some people didn't even think that they could ...
Views: 510 - Effective Weight Lifting Techniques - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2009 from K. UrbanThe key to strength training is resistance. You must exert a certain amount of your own weight to perform exercises that build your strength. Since the quality of your workout will determine your results, you should use weight lifting techniques and equipment that will help you to achieve ...
Views: 1461 - 10 Tips to Change Your Body in 2009 - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2009 from Karyn MaierDo you want to change your body and finally get fit for life? Well, lets keep things simple. If you just followed these 10 tips on a consistent basis, you can transform your body to tip-top shape. 1. Perform cardiovascular/aerobic exercise 3-5 times a week (To get a lean physique you need to ...
Views: 1114 - The Five Components of Fitness - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2009 from Mike DeiblerFirst I would like to thank you for taking an interest in San Diego Premier Training, and more importantly, in your fitness lifestyle. Whether you are just getting started in a fitness program or you have been working out for years, there are components of your routine that you must be aware ...
Views: 1881 - How to Design Your Own Exercise Program Part I - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2009 from Mike DeiblerPutting together an effective exercise program design is tougher than it may seem. People take different steps when they want to start a program. Some may go to a gym and follow what others are doing, some may go with a friend and do their program, or others may read about a program in a ...
Views: 1909 - 6 Movements That Must Be In Your Workout - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2009 from Mike DeiblerWith some many new trends in exercise it can be confusing now when you walk into the gym. You see trainers having their clients kneel on balls and do exercises or using machines that look like they should be in a torture chamber. With so many advances in fitness and equipment it gets harder to ...
Views: 1958 - Home Fitness Center In A Bad Economy - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2011 from Jim RosenauIn the economy crisis, home workouts do not have to kill the wallet. A home fitness center is the best in a bad economy. Home workouts will save you money in this crisis. Here's how. In today's world the economy has taken a toll on all of us. People are losing their jobs or getting laid ...
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