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- Holiday Recovery / Shape Up Check List - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2009 from Susan BrancoDuring the Holiday season it's easy to forget about our regular diet & exercise routines as we enjoy several weeks of family gatherings, home made cookies Holiday parties, & numerous opportunities to have a good time & add a few extra pounds. The good news is that with a little planning & ...
Views: 606 - If You Don’t Exercise, You're Crazy! - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2009 from Allison O'NeillFrom a young age I’ve been addicted to exercise (in a great way) I remember reading about age eleven about a thing called a ‘runners high’. I thought ‘I’ve got to get me one of those’! I was intrigued by the body’s ability to create an amazing high so naturally. I finally got a runners high (you ...
Views: 891 - Mindful Exercise - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2009 from Cheryl Jones-ReardonEnlightened Fitness We’ve been told that in order to have a healthy heart, we need to perform cardiovascular exercise at least three times a week for at least twenty minutes, and it must be done within our target training range of 65% to 85% of our maximum heart rate. Walking, jogging, ...
Views: 1036 - 10 Critical Tips to Lifting Weights - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2009 from James RiggsGreat Tips to Build Muscle 10 Tips For Weight Training Tip 1 - Warm-Up Before beginning any type of athletic activity, you should raise the peripheral body temperature. Get your heart beating and increase the blood flow to your extremities by participating in five minutes of a low intensity ...
Views: 5249 - Golf Conditioning 101 - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2009 from Paul LaudermilchLike any athletic activity peak performance is not just superior technique, but having a body that does what you need it to do. Toning, stretching, warming-up, and easy weight training all help improve scores on the course. For years golfers would (and still do!) spend hundreds and even ...
Views: 524 - The Road to Health and Fitness - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2009 from Rob WatsonBenefits of a life of health and fitness Living a life of health and fitness may seem a huge sacrifice but the rewards are truly immeasurable. Not only will you be able to enjoy your life a little bit longer, you can also live it while looking good and looking young. You don’t believe ...
Views: 987 - Buff, “tuff” and Healthy Through Muscle Building - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraIt is generally more appealing to see a muscled person, preferably in men, especially when those muscles are toned and sculpted. A toned, well-sculpted muscle can be achieved through muscle building. Muscle building is the process of developing muscle fibers through the combination of weight ...
Views: 707 - Surviving Your New Year’s Fitness Resolutions - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2009 from Nate A. RifkinPersonal trainers and gym owners across the country have BIG smiles on their faces right now. Why? Because they know they’re about to get flooded with average folk making New Year’s resolutions to drop that extra 20 pounds and finally get fit. And they ALSO know that the vast majority of ...
Views: 450 - Get Into The Zone: The Benefits of a Heart Rate Monitor - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2009 from Alison FadoulEveryone wants to know how many calories they burned after putting forth their best effort during an intense cardiovascular workout. Students come up to me all the time after class wanting me to look into a crystal ball and tell them how many calories they succeeded in parting ways with. My ...
Views: 1229 - How To Get A Six Pack Ab to Die For - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Jim RosenauWant to get a six pack? To get a six pack takes a lot of work and persistence. These tips will help you along in your journey to get six pack abs. In order to create a great six pack ab section you need to do these simple steps. You will need good nutrition. If you are eating a lot of fatty ...
Views: 1529 - Partners in Motion - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2009 from Steven StanfieldMost people tend to stay inside more during these winter months, which means less time outside and more time visiting the nearest crowded gym. Winter is the perfect time to enjoy the warmth of your home, clear a space for you and your partner and get moving together. Some of the most ...
Views: 535 - Top Five Exercises for Great Bums and Thighs - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2009 from Kareene KohBums and thighs are two areas that many people want to improve upon. My favourite exercises that help work on my bum and thighs are listed here. If you have others that you enjoy, I would love to hear about them! 1. Stair Climbs Depending on your fitness level, running or walking up stairs is ...
Views: 2257 - Refocusing Your Workout Routine After and Injury - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Jim RosenauFitness and workout is hard after an injury. Ever had an injury and totally fell off your workout routine? Your fitness and workout may have to follow these simple steps to refocus on your workout routine. You see it all the time were professional athletes have an injury in their ...
Views: 1651 - Three Keys for Guaranteed Weight Loss Success - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2009 from seth albrightAfter training, consulting, and speaking with hundreds of clients over the years, I have found that there are three key characteristics that will separate the successful from the unsuccessful. Many people want to lose weight or burn fat, but a rare percentage are actually successful. ...
Views: 565 - Get Fit...Anywhere! - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2009 from Buddy SotoWhat are some of the reasons why we all decide not to exercise? Wait! Wait! Wait! I think I can guess! Can't find time? Don't have enough money for a gym? Can't figure out the right exercises to do? Can't decide what equipment to use? If you take away all the excuses, you're only left with "I ...
Views: 521 - The Training Triangle - The Secret to Building Maximum Muscle - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2009 from Sean BarkerThe process of building muscle is pretty simple. It's so simple actually; that people have a hard time believing how they can train less and grow more. Find out the secret to building maximum muscle in minimum time. I like to refer to the whole process of building muscle as the Training ...
Views: 1044 - ***Exercise: The price we must pay for food and health - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2009 from Randy WysongThe benefits of exercise are myriad. It makes us feel good, burns excess body fat, grows and maintains muscle, strengthens bones and joints, helps flexibility, deepens sleep, improves appearance, creates a high, provides goals to achieve, lifts depression, relieves stress, increases self esteem, ...
Views: 1440 - Book Review: Dad Fitness System - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2009 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Fitness and Exercise. Fitness and Exercise can improve one's overall physique, as well as their health, mind, and attitude. Sean Barker is the Official Guide to Fitness and Exercise. Dad Fitness System, by Sean Barker, is a valuable ...
Views: 877 - Definition: Fitness and Exercise - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2009 from Douglas PakPhysical exercise is any bodily activity that enhances or maintains physical fitness and overall health. It is performed for many different reasons. These include: strengthening muscles and the cardiovascular system, honing athletic skills, and weight loss or maintenance. Frequent and regular ...
Views: 1186 - Burn Fat, Increase Metabolism - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2009 from Robert BrittI talked the other day about increasing metabolism to get faster caloric burn. What I suggested was eating more meals per day (5 to 6) but smaller quantities of food. This has been proven to work. I have even known people to sneak in an extra meal by getting up around 3 in the morning to have a ...
Views: 2205 - Exercise Motivation Tips - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2009 from Thomas NoonanOne of my favorite things is finding creative ways to stay motivated about going to the gym, working out and getting exercise. Here is a random assortment of ideas that I have thought of that will hopefully help someone else: • Buy supplements and leave them somewhere where you will look ...
Views: 940 - Picking The Right Bench Press - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Jim RosenauYour bench press is an essential tool for strength training. Strength training your body exercises weight lifting as the primary activity. When picking the right bench press, follow these simple steps for strength training. When buying a bench press take a step back and look at the big ...
Views: 1323 - How to Buy Fitness Equipment That Lasts - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2008 from orson dixonIt’s that time of the year again! Everyone is making New Year resolutions and you don’t want to be left behind. So, you’re scouring the Internet for fitness equipment and reading all those weight loss books. That’s good. But before you actually go out and buy expensive ...
Views: 678 - Top Five Tips to Staying Healthy in the Festive Season - by Submitted on Dec 24, 2008 from Kareene KohThis is a time of year where it can be easy to over-indulge. Who can resist splashing out on festive foods, enjoying the celebrations whilsts taking a break for a few days? This is also the time of year where it is easy to fall out of your normal exercise routine or eat more than your fair share ...
Views: 2033(1 vote) - Obesity Statistics say why we have Overweight People - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2011 from Jim RosenauObesity has many culprites, one of them is binge eating. Obesity statistics state that many overweight people battle binge eating. Controling this eating disorder goes a long way in getting obesity help. Binge eating is when you consume unusual large amounts of food. You also may want to stop ...
Views: 1318 - The Psychology of Fitness - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2008 from Melissa AllenIt’s become more apparent to me lately just how many people have difficulty either getting started with a fitness program or simply adhering to one. I’m coming to believe that there is a certain mind set, or psychology let’s call it, behind the problem. For most athletes, fitness and sports have ...
Views: 1016 - Keep Fit Without Going to the Gym - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2008 from Sandor CruzWorking out at the gym seems like a burden at times. It's dull and wearying, specifically if you're doing it alone. If you are expecting to trim weight, diet pills and supplements will not be enough either. You're left with no alternative but to break a bucket of sweat. The gym is not the only ...
Views: 1567 - The Benefits of Resistance Training for Youth - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2008 from Joshua HewettFor years medical and exercise professionals as well as parents discouraged prepubescent youth from resistance training. The old school of thought was that strength training would damage the growth plates and retard or stunt children’s skeletal development. In fact, nothing could be further from ...
Views: 9206 - ***Abs For Dads: 3 Simple Steps To Awesome Abs - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2008 from Sean BarkerTake a look around the next time you are at the gym. What do you see? No, not the girl on the leg curl machine! Keep looking…. You see people lying on dirty gym mats doing endless crunches and spending hours on cardio machines like a hamster stuck on a wheel. Even today, with all the ...
Views: 2589 - Treadmill Buying Advice: 5 Tips - by Buying a treadmill is a great thing to do for your health. With your own treadmill, you can get exercise any time you want to, no matter what the weather. But a treadmill is a big investment.
If you plan on spending upwards of $1500 for a decent machine, you want to make sure that you choose ...
Views: 1033 - Three Reasons to Start and Love Running - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2008 from Vaishali NikhadeThe lovers of running are most likely aware of the top three benefits of running. Running is an extreme sport - people have extreme feelings about it. Most people either love running or they hate it. Why is it that some people absolutely love running while others hate it like anything? The ...
Views: 966 - Seeking Details Key in Weight Loss - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2008 from Jim MackeyWith today's technology, you can find just about anything you're looking for on the internet. If you have questions about a disease, a car, colleges or even clothes, you can compare different products and shop for them online. Having the internet actually saves you time if you're going to find ...
Views: 638 - The Benefits of Exercising in Water - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2008 from Gerry Van DykeWater is a wonderful environment to perform exercise. Most people who have splashed around, floated or swam in a pool of water are keenly aware of the buoyancy and resistance to movement that water provides. Buoyancy and drag forces, combined with water pressure, are some of the unique ...
Views: 2512 - Don't Fall for the Hype When Choosing a Weight Loss Program - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2008 from Jim MackeyWhat's the secret to weight loss? Many people wonder why some of their friends can eat whatever they want as often as they want and not gain a pound while others can look at a cookie wrong and gain weight. There has to be some magical potion we can take to lead to weight loss. There has to be a ...
Views: 651 - Morning Exercise - What Are The Advantages? - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2008 from Kareene KohFor many people the thought of morning exercise is just too much to take on. Most people opt for the evening under the guise that they are unable to get out of bed earlier. However, there are some genuine benefits that may make you consider building morning exercise into your routine. 1. ...
Views: 1174 - Your Ideal Body Weight Is Where You Are Healthiest - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2008 from Paul RodgersIdeal body weight is the correct amount you should weigh based on your height. For men, the ideal body weight is 106 lbs for the first 5 feet of your height, plus 6 lbs for every in inch after that. A better way to think about a person's ideal body weight is as what is a ...
Views: 1030 - Convenience Rules with Nutrisystem Home Delivery Diet - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2008 from Jim MackeyThe end of the year is coming. It's almost here and people are scrambling to get their holiday shopping done. The stores are full of those trying to mark items off their lists for those they love. And although Christmas is the largest holiday of all, many are dreading when it's over. Once the ...
Views: 1657 - A Side Look on Diet Fitness - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2008 from Robert WatsonMany people nowadays are very much conscious about their own health and fitness. In addition to that, these people, and many others as well, are now having that desire to sculpt their bodies to achieve that magazine-cover look. As a result, gyms, health spas and other fitness centers have ...
Views: 700 - One Minute Fitness - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2008 from Tony GoldenImagine if you will wanting to be rich, but not wanting to work; wanting to be the smartest, but never picking up a book; dreaming of tackling Mt. Everest, but never leaving your Nebraska farm. Will your goals be realized? Not unless you win the lottery, learn by osmosis or live in ...
Views: 516 - Lose 24 Pounds Without Dieting! - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2008 from Marie GordonI would be willing to bet that a high percentage of the people who read this article, will do so because the title attracted their attention. Absolutely why not, if I saw a title like that I would be attracted to it too. I said in an piece that I wrote very recently, that I am on a mission, so ...
Views: 927 - Personal Training and Exercise - Become your own Fitness Trainer! - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2008 from Alice ShownTo possess a perfect body is the greatest desire of one and all which can be achieved by eating right food and adhering sound fitness training schedule. Following a good workout routine not only helps in keeping excess weight at bay and facilitate smooth functioning of body muscles and organs ...
Views: 840 - Coast Through Dieting During the Holidays with Smart Choices - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2008 from Jim MackeyDieting is one of those things that no one wants to do, but most people will end up participating in. Especially with the time of year it is. We are almost halfway through December and several things are happening. People are shopping until they drop. People are trying to use up vacation days ...
Views: 663 - Save Your Waistline Over the Holidays with Diet Recipes - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2008 from Jim MackeyThe holidays are upon us. Thanksgiving and Christmas are the two major holidays each year and there is so much food consumed during these two days. People travel long distances to be with their families during the holidays. A big part of the holidays revolves around food. Many people look ...
Views: 812 - Exercise Variety Helpful In Keeping Unwanted Pounds Away - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2008 from Jim MackeyAs the 2008 year comes to a close, it’s easy to reflect on certain events. Many people find themselves thinking about the things they didn’t get done during the year as a new year draws close. With all of the promise that a new year brings, resolutions also come into play. You find ...
Views: 726 - Draw Your Motivation From Other's Success with Biggest Loser - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2008 from Jim MackeyMotivation. It’s something that both successful and striving people need. And it’s something that is a must have in order to reach your goals. People have to be motivated to reach their career goals, physical goals and any other aspirations they have for something that takes hard ...
Views: 765 - Protect The Children From Obesity In America - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2011 from Jim RosenauThe future is happening everyday and we need to protect the children from obesity. Soon the future will be upon them. Alarming facts we need to teach our children about obesity in America. We need to protect the children from serious medical conditions like obesity. When we were children we ...
Views: 1526 - What Else Excercise Can Do For You - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2008 from Claudine StruckPhysical activity can clear your mind and keep stress under control. Some people like to run or walk by themselves, while others prefer team sports or group workouts. Any type of exercise will do the trick, as long as it is regular. Exercising once a month will not do much to relieve stress. ...
Views: 945 - Being on a Diet Doesn't Have to be a Bad Experience - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2008 from Jim MackeyThere are some words or phrases that no matter what will always have a negative connotation. Some words simply bring bad thoughts to your mind when you hear them. A few of those words include taxes, used car salesman, audit, mandatory and a long time favorite – diet. The word diet always ...
Views: 712 - How to Recover Quickly from Endurance Exercise - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2008 from Jolene WilkinsonTo get the most out of every workout and get your best results, it is imperative not only to work hard, but to recover. Many triathletes are Type A, overachievers. They have the "work hard" principle down, but often overlook the basic training principle of recovery in their training programs. ...
Views: 4265 - 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 ...
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