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- Flexibility vs Mobility - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2008 from Mikki ReillyThere seems to be a bit of confusion around the concepts of flexibility and mobility. So let's begin with a couple of definitions. Flexibility is the ability to flex, extend, or circumduct a joint through its intended full range of motion. So we're talking about the length of the tissues here, ...
Views: 7588(1 vote) - The Leg Curl Is A Useless Exercise - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2008 from Mikki ReillyIn the traditional gym setting, the leg curl is often considered a staple of lower body strength training. It's an isolation exercise (a single joint movement), knee flexion, that's used for strengthening the hamstrings. This exercise is useless because you never use this particular muscle ...
Views: 2428 - 6 Meals vs 3 Meals A Day - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Mikki ReillyOne of my clients recently asked me if I think it's better to eat six small meals a day or the more traditional fare of three larger meals. Some may ask: Why would anyone want to eat six meals a day? The idea comes from the world of body building where it's believed that a positive nitrogen ...
Views: 2309 - Eat And Train Like The Hunter-Gatherers - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2007 from Mikki ReillyAt first glance, it's not obvious that we have anything in common with our Paleolithic ancestors. Civilization has completely changed the way we live our lives. But because our DNA evolves so slowly, our genes have not changed over the past 40,000 years; we have the genetic blueprint of our ...
Views: 1860 - The Secret to Fat Loss: Intervals! - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2007 from Mikki ReillyIf you’re one of the many people struggling to keep up in the fast-paced world of cell phones, pagers, and laptops, with little time left for fitness, then intervals may be just what you’re looking for… For years, we’ve all heard if you want to lose fat you need to ...
Views: 1728(2 votes) - Intermittent Fasting - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2008 from Mikki ReillyIn years past, the practice of fasting was usually associated with religious or spiritual customs and traditions. But now, a growing number of fitness enthusiasts are beginning to include intermittent fasts in their lives, depending on goals and circumstances, as a way to lose fat and improve ...
Views: 1462 - Women And Weight Training - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2008 from Mikki ReillyOne of the myths, regarding women and exercise, is that women will get "too big" if they lift heavy weights. The truth is that women need to lift an appreciable amount of weight to change their body. Women don't have the hormones to bulk up. Men produce 10 times more testosterone (the hormone ...
Views: 1107 - Plyometrics Develop Speed And Quickness - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2008 from Mikki ReillyOne of the well-known consequences of aging is the loss of lean muscle mass. In particular, the type II muscle fibers (fast twitch) decrease the most - the ones we use for speed and quickness. Plyometrics, or "jump training" is great method for developing these muscle fibers. This technique was ...
Views: 1063 - Stress, Cortisol And Weight Gain - by Submitted on Dec 24, 2007 from Mikki ReillyDespite the abundance of information on diet and exercise in the media, Americans are continuing to get fatter. According to a recent analysis, an estimated 30 percent of adults - over 60 million - are obese, defined as having a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, and, an estimated 65 percent ...
Views: 1030 - Reverse The Effects Of Aging - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2008 from Mikki ReillyThe Free Radical Theory of Aging is probably one of the most popular theories of aging. It’s about how oxidative stress brought on by free radicals results in aging and the development of a variety of diseases such as cardiovascular disease, autoimmune disorders and some cancers. A free ...
Views: 1016(1 vote) - Good Carbs Bad Carbs - by Submitted on Dec 24, 2007 from Mikki ReillyIn past years, it was thought that simple carbs were the bad carbs and complex carbs (which come from starchy foods) were the good ones. But the distinction between the two is really meaningless. All carbs get broken down into glucose in our bodies. What's important is how quickly they get ...
Views: 1007 - The Deadlift Is A Functional Exercise - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2008 from Mikki ReillyI was working with one of my clients on his deadlift recently. And after he completed a nice set of five reps, I commented that the weight was 235 pounds. Then another gym member, who overheard our conversation, asked my client if he was "powerlifting." Sure, the deadlift is a powerlifting ...
Views: 1006 - Flexibility: the Benefits - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2007 from Mikki ReillyIf the idea of having supple muscles and smooth, fluid movements – movements that convey youth and health, regardless of age – sounds appealing, then add flexibility training into your life, if you haven’t done so already, so that you may begin to enjoy the many benefits. Flexibility is ...
Views: 969 - Women And Cardio - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2008 from Mikki ReillyOne of the the most pervasive myths around women and fitness is that women need to do a lot of low intensity cardio (aerobics) to be lean and improve body composition. The truth is that performing excess cardio will only make you fatter in the long run. One of the reasons is that too much ...
Views: 918 - Set Smart Goals - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2008 from Mikki ReillyWhy? Because goal setting works. Research studies have shown a direct correlation between goal setting and enhanced performance in both sports and business. One reason is that goals act like a roadmap. They take you from where you are to where you want to be. Think of it as a long term ...
Views: 909 - the Secret to Fat Loss: Intervals! - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2008 from Mikki ReillyIf you’re one of the many people struggling to keep up in the fast-paced world of cell phones, pagers, and laptops, with little time left for fitness, then intervals may be just what you’re looking for… For years, we’ve all heard if you want to lose fat you need to spend endless hours on a ...
Views: 882 - Burn Fat Faster With Shorter Workouts - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Mikki ReillyThe most frequent reason I hear for not working out is: I don't have time. With that in mind, I'd like to suggest a couple of ways to effectively work your muscles and increase fat burning while spending less time in the gym. The simplest way to decrease your time in the gym is to increase the ...
Views: 880 - Three Steps To A Leaner, Stronger Body - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2008 from Mikki ReillyDo you have an image of your ideal body in your mind? Perhaps you'd like to increase the size and strength of your upper body... Or maybe you want to lose that spare tire around your middle... And then again, you may want to look sharp in your business suit for presentations. Whatever it is, ...
Views: 876 - Essential Fatty Acids Control Inflammation - by Submitted on Dec 24, 2007 from Mikki ReillyThere's been a lot of research on the aging process recently and the latest findings suggest that low-grade inflammation is the cause of many of the modern degenerative diseases, like coronary heart disease, Alzheimer's, diabetes and some cancers. Inflammation is a normal part of the body's ...
Views: 866 - Challenge Your Balance - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2008 from Mikki ReillyLet’s face it… everything these days is about balance… from diets to exercise… right down to balancing opposing muscle groups. But the type of balance we’ll discuss in this article is more fundamental. It’s the human function we depend on every day of our lives to get out of bed, to walk, or ...
Views: 858 - Flexibility: The Benefits - by Submitted on Dec 24, 2007 from Mikki ReillyIf the idea of having supple muscles and smooth, fluid movements – movements that convey youth and health, regardless of age – sounds appealing, then add flexibility training into your life, if you haven’t done so already, so that you may begin to enjoy the many benefits. Flexibility is defined ...
Views: 843 - Women And Metabolism - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2008 from Mikki ReillyOne of my clients recently reminded me of some of the myths about women and diet and exercise that are so prevalent in our society. One of which is the idea that women need to starve themselves to lose weight, when in fact, women need to eat to boost their metabolic rate to burn fat. ...
Views: 833 - Challenge Your Balance - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2007 from Mikki ReillyLet’s face it… everything these days is about balance… from diets to exercise… right down to balancing opposing muscle groups. But the type of balance we’ll discuss in this article is more fundamental. It’s the human function we depend on every day of our lives to get out of bed, to walk, or ...
Views: 817 - A Maverick's Guide to: Booming Fitness - by Submitted on May 25, 2008 from Mikki ReillyIn the past, aging has often meant a gradual loss of health and vigor as the years progress. But with the recent advances in research on aging, we now know this slow decline is no longer inevitable. With the right exercise and nutritional program, even an unfit person can turn around most of the ...
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