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- Exercise And Physical Activities - Health Benefits - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2008 from Peter HutchRegular physical activity provides enormous health benefits. It helps reduce heart disease, cancer, type 2 diabetes and many other diseases and metabolic conditions. Regular fitness exercise is also highly beneficial for weight reduction and weight maintenance, and may improve brain chemistry to ...
Views: 3202 - Weighted Vest Workouts - Significant Insights You Ought to Be Aware Of - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2010 from Joycelyn GraydonEver wonder why your gym buddy wears that funky looking weighted vest? Often mistaken as bulletproof vests, weighted vests are an excellent fitness tool for building strength and muscle mass. Weighted vests are filled with weights yet designed to be flexible, and they allow you to kick your ...
Views: 3149 - Elliptical Trainer Comparison - What To Know When Buying An Elliptical - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2008 from Kathryn O'NeillIf you're buying a home elliptical trainer, you'll probably want to make several elliptical trainer comparisons before you buy. With ellipticals skyrocketing in popularity, there are more and more new models out each year which can make choosing the right machine a challenge. This article will ...
Views: 3132 - Best Treadmill Value - How To Find High Value Treadmills In A Crowded Market - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2008 from Kathryn O'NeillLooking for the Best Treadmill Value? The treadmill market is growing more and more crowded each year, with new models, new brands and new advances in treadmill technology. It can be extremely confusing to sift through all your options. How do you find the treadmill that offers you the best ...
Views: 3110 - Why Trx fitness is beneficial for women? - by Submitted on May 24, 2012 from Trx FitnessMaintain health and fitness is not only compulsory for men. It is as much important for women as for men and in some cases it seems to be more important for women either they are housewives, employees or entrepreneurs. men are prone to walk or jog or join fitness centers whereas women finds it ...
Views: 3001 - If You Hate Public Gym Workouts, Exercise at Home - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2009 from K. UrbanThere are various reasons why gym workouts are a turn-off for many of us. The time involved with going to a health club after work, the costs, maybe even an inconvenient location — these are some of the factors cited by people who wish to avoid public facilities. You may even hate that the ...
Views: 2999(1 vote) - 20 Common Workout Mistakes & Solutions - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Richard ClarkeThe last few weeks I have been really getting into and writing about the nutritional sides of things. There is so much to be said about nutrition and all of the new research and discoveries that have been made in the field; it is an exciting and scary time. But I am going back to exercise ...
Views: 2995(1 vote) - Importance of Morning walk and Vitamin-E - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2012 from Priyanka SharmaExercise is supposedly key to keep fitness of our health. It is the bodily activities. It enhances and maintains the physical fitness or overall health. It can be practiced by anybody. Significantly, its advantages are many such as strengthening muscles and the cardiovascular system to maintain ...
Views: 2917 - What makes Bottecchia frames so good? - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2011 from Bryan CañonIn 1926, Bottecchia began working with frame-maker Teodoro Carnielli to manufacture racing bikes, taking advantage of his Tour de France knowledge. The business expanded under the Carnielli family after Bottecchia's death. In 2006 more than 50,000 Bottechia bikes were sold in Europe. If you are ...
Views: 2890(1 vote) - My Pull-up Story - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2012 from Chris MataOut of all the countless body exercises known to man there is one which stands apart from all others. One that separates all the men from the boys. One exercise that commands the respect of all those who cannot duplicate it. Very simple yet nearly impossible for even the most faithful of gym ...
Views: 2875 - How To Get Big Biceps Quickly and Efficiently - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Greg ReynoldsLike 6 pack abs, biceps are one of those muscle groups that are much talked about and having big biceps is something every guy wants. To develop big biceps in the shortest time, make sure you train them the right way. Otherwise, you'll just be wasting your time and it'll take a very long ...
Views: 2845 - Health Benefits Of Exercise - Proper Fitness - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2008 from Peter samsRegular exercise can help protect you from heart disease and stroke, high blood pressure, noninsulin-dependent diabetes, obesity, back pain, osteoporosis, and can improve your mood and help you to better manage stress. For the greatest overall health benefits, experts recommend that you do 20 ...
Views: 2843 - Best Online Available Gym and Crash Mat - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Shekhar GuptaMats are used in gymnastic to offer a padded outside for gymnasts and helps people to reduce injuries by mitigating some of the impact felt on the body after routines such as somersaults and flips. Gym and Crash Mats are available in different specifications for indoor and outdoor usage. These ...
Views: 2834(1 vote) - Exercise Shoes - Buying Tips To Find Your Ideal Pair - by Submitted on May 28, 2008 from Asad TufailExercise shoes can trip you up when it comes to buying a pair suited for your feet. Avoid the pitfalls (and blisters), use these tips to shop for the best exercise footwear for you. I've got it badly wrong in the past. Lights, mirrors, great displays, pushy sales people and I was straight to ...
Views: 2832 - The Nintendo Wii: A Combatant Of Childhood Obesity - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Christian ChapmanAccording to the CDC, childhood obesity has been on the rise for two decades. It has currently topped out at approximately 18%, according to the Journal of the American Medical Association. At the same time, approximately 75% of U.S. adults are overweight. While some of this can be attributed ...
Views: 2764 - Is Trx fitness a replacement of gym? - by Submitted on May 04, 2012 from Trx FitnessYes off course. The Trx fitness is a fitness machine designed in view of delivering the same work out just like a gym offers. It is worthy to be used for losing weight and making body in a suitable for professional heavy weight champions as well as for layman in pursuit of fitness. It can be ...
Views: 2750 - Top Five Fitness Gifts for Kids! - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2010 from Bethany LearnChristmas and all the other holidays that are part of Winter's festive season often obligate gift giving, but why buy toys that will quickly break, go unused, or - worse - contribute the increasing epidemic of childhood obesity. Consider these five recommendations from a fitness expert and ...
Views: 2720(2 votes) - Dumbbells: The Fastest Way To A Powerful and Toned Physique - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Greg ReynoldsIf your intention is to improve the strength, power and shape of your physique, resistance training with dumbbells is the way to go. And to experience the most significant advances in the fastest time, it's crucial that your strength training incorporate free weights. Compared with any standard ...
Views: 2660 - The popularity of Yoga is rising with every passing day in United States - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2012 from ella harrisAs per one research, every year additional than 15 million people join the force to learn yoga from different sources . Hence you can see a enormous number of yoga classes, yoga retreats and Yoga center mushrooming all across the United States. You can see people learning Bhakti Yoga, Raja Yoga, ...
Views: 2658 - Online Shop for Gym and Fitness Equipment - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Shekhar GuptaIt is very necessary to choose best Fitness Equipment to maintain fitness level as per requirement because Fitness Equipment helps peoples to reduce weight, burn-off calories, strengthen muscles and shape body in desired style. Now days in the market there is a large range of fitness accessories ...
Views: 2646(1 vote) - Getting Fit with Kettlebells - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2013 from Fred WatersThere are numerous paths to fitness. Getting fit with kettlebells is one of the quickest, most effective paths. What makes kettlebell workouts so efficient? Getting fit with kettlebells involves total body integration and combining resistance training with cardio exercises. By working ...
Views: 2640(2 votes) - How to Use Machines Safely in the Gym - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Kristine TimpertThe best way to save money on healthcare is to avoid injury. A large majority of people going to the gym today have little, if any understanding of biomechanical anatomy. I thought this article might offer a quick education for anyone who wants to avoid getting hurt while trying to get ...
Views: 2614(3 votes) - 5 Steps to Building Muscle - by Submitted on May 24, 2013 from Project Management CompanionBig muscles don't come without work. Building bigger muscles requires generating a proper internal “environment” that supports muscle growth. This can be achieved by following five essential steps that are based on regular resistance training, proper diet and rest. Working Out The first ...
Views: 2601 - Finding Flattering Running Shoes Online - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2012 from Harry ShaneRunning shoes are perhaps one of the best accessories women can have these days. With running becoming such a popular mode of exercise, more and more people are getting into it not just for the healthy benefits but also for the social advantages it brings. Where else can you find a sport that ...
Views: 2587 - Maximize Your Workouts with a Home Treadmill - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2007 from Kevin UrbanThe home treadmill is one of the most popular machines when it comes to home exercise equipment sales. This is not surprising, considering that walking is a natural activity for us. Walking and running are a great way to keep in shape. Walking requires less gear than getting set up to engage in ...
Views: 2565 - Online Shop for Abdominal Exercise Equipment - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Shekhar GuptaWe at Vinex Shop, offering you best fitness equipment to stay fit and be healthy for a long time. Company manufacturer abdominal exercise machine helps to strengthen your abs muscles and challenge your body in different ways and keep your workout more funny and interesting. The Abdominal ...
Views: 2563(2 votes) - Upright Exercise Bikes Are One Of The Best Choices For Your Home Fitness Program - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2010 from Paul RodgersUpright exercise bikes are one of the best choices for your home fitness program. Upright exercise bikes are popular because they are uncomplicated and effective. They are like a normal bicycle: you sit on a saddle and lean forward as you pedal. Upright exercise bikes are great for many ...
Views: 2523(2 votes) - 4 Steps To Use Vibration Plate for Effective Results - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2010 from Sanjana SharmaCosmonauts generally experience bone loss and atrophy of the muscles. To overcome this loss,Russian scientists originally experimented by using the vibration plate to try and stop this. Their experiment proved to be fruitful and today all those who are fitness freaks,interested in weight loss ...
Views: 2491(3 votes) - Best Review Of The Ab Rocket - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2012 from Jason CamachoSo before we get into the analysis of the Ab Rocket, we need to answer one major question. First, what exactly is an Ab Rocket? Well, the Ab Rocket is actually a product that was designed to "promote maximum muscle tone" in your abdominals area. Basically its a service or "exercising aid" for ...
Views: 2467 - 4 Safe & Effective Standing Ab Exercises - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2012 from sarah labdarOne of people’s major problem areas on the body is the stomach. That’s because for many, fat accumulates around the midsection. Once this starts to happen, it is hard for people to lose weight around the core. Most of abdominal exercises require people to lie on their back on the floor, which ...
Views: 2435 - Far Infrared Therapy Aims To Help Old Knees - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2008 from Gloria ChangDo you suffer persistent knee pain? Are your sore knees preventing you from enjoying an active life style? Has your doctor told you to exercise but the knee pain is just too great? Far infrared therapy garments offer effective, beneficial health care solutions for stiff, injured knee joints. ...
Views: 2427 - Where to Buy Trampoline Mats - by Submitted on May 11, 2012 from Kevin HallYour best bet for buying trampoline mats is to find a local store that specializes in mat fabric and have a good experience in the industry. Make sure you buy from a store that has an excellent return policy. Durability and Warranty The reason we buy new trampoline mats, because the old ...
Views: 2396 - Is TRX fitness a whole-body workout solution? - by Submitted on May 09, 2012 from Trx FitnessTrx fitness is definitely a solution to tune up your whole body. It’s the only solution that utilizes your body weight to help you gain your desired results. It gives the variety of exercises through which you can shape up your body by commixing different muscle exercises according to your body ...
Views: 2355(1 vote) - The Many Benefits Of Using Home Gym Equipment - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from Wesley McDermottThe majority of people today know the benefits of taking part in good regular exercise. But still, there are over 55% of American and UK adults that are not getting a healthy amount of exercise. 20% of the population of the US and UK are not getting any exercise at all. Whether it be chasing ...
Views: 2343 - 3 Hi-Tech Gadgets to Help Inspire Your Exercise Routine - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2011 from Seraphina FilsonWe all know that exercising is good for you, but maintaining a regular workout routine can be more of a mental challenge than anything, sometimes. And often, there isn't enough time in the day or the week to squeeze in regular workouts at the gym, or get into a good basketball game. Yet if ...
Views: 2326 - The flex belt what you need to know! - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from tyson schmittAs some of you may already know the flex belt uses ems technology to stimulate your abdominal muscles. It stimulates the nerves that branch of across your whole stomach allowing every abdominal muscle to contract creating the PERFECT CRUNCH! Now does that mean the flex belt works or everyone? Is ...
Views: 2309 - 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: 2308(3 votes) - Want to Reduce Toxic Waste From The Body! Try Rebounding! - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2010 from Darlene TablerModern life is like living in a toxic cesspool. From the chemicals in everyday personal and household products, to the preservative and additives in our foods...toxins can put a tremendous burden on our lymph system and degrade our health. Our bodies are constantly removing toxins and waste ...
Views: 2305 - Health benefits of playing video games - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2011 from Tanja BogdanoskaMost of the people don’t know the real value of the video gaming. Playing a game is not just a waste of time. It’s not only about leading your army and defending your territory from the enemies. There is much more to this kind of entertainment. Much more aspects of the player’s life are ...
Views: 2191 - Choosing the Best Treadmill for Your Body and Budget - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2013 from Fred WatersA treadmill is an investment…an investment in a piece of fitness equipment, and an investment in your health. As with any investment, it’s a good idea to do your research before spending any money. To get the most for your money, you need to be an informed shopper. What should you know about ...
Views: 2185(3 votes) - What makes a good trampoline? - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from Kevin HallThere are many factors to consider when purchasing a trampoline or trampoline replacement parts. These factors are vital in determining the lifespan and quality of a trampoline. Consumers who are familiar with ways to determine quality when purchasing trampolines or trampoline parts are more ...
Views: 2181 - What are the Best Cardio, Fitness and Exercise Machines - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2013 from Andy JamesHow Do You Decide Which Fitness and Exercise Machines to Use? If you are new to the whole fitness and exercise world, what are the best cardio and fitness machines to use at home or at the gym? It can be confusing, so I will try to help you decide with this short article. No matter what ...
Views: 2174 - How To Get Superior Trampoline Parts - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2012 from David JonesTrampolines are expensive devices, so one cannot always prefer to replace these jumping devices. This is why it is normally better to purchase trampoline parts. Well of course sometimes it is more than a part or two that needs replacing/repairing. Trampoline parts are much economical than ...
Views: 2159 - Exercises for a Great Back - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2013 from Project Management CompanionMany people are surprised to discover that the back muscle constitutes seventy percent of the total muscle mass in the upper body. Developing that back muscle properly will give you a powerful upper body and an equally powerful look. The important back muscles are the lats, traps, rhomboids, ...
Views: 2146 - 5 Ways to Power Up Your Workouts - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Richard ClarkeThe gym, a place of titanic struggles, epic distances, blood, sweat and sometimes tears! It is a place you go to improve yourself. As a personal trainer I put 100% effort into my workouts and expect the same from my clients when I challenge them with a workout. Did you know that a massive ...
Views: 2145(1 vote) - Best Aerobics Exercise – Why Running Is The Easiest Yet Most Effective Workout - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2012 from Ewen ChiaMany people ask me what I think is the best aerobics exercise, and I almost always tell them, running! In my opinion, running is the best aerobics exercise because of some really simple reasons. And I list them all for you below: Reason 1 – It Doesn't Require Special Equipment By ...
Views: 2135 - Importance of Using Vibration Plate Massager - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Shekhar GuptaVibration Plate Massager is the best fitness equipment that provides excellent output in less time without any side-effect in body. This machine works by generating vibration in the plate base, the vibration force is then transferred directly through the entire body that results in all muscles ...
Views: 2089(1 vote) - 7 Health Benefits of Using Trampolines for Fitness - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2012 from Jon DyerIndoor fitness trampolineI remember as a kid visiting friends' homes and getting excited seeing the indoor rebounder trampolines. We didn't have a trampoline, but I loved using them. I couldn't believe there were indoor versions. Little did I know they were purchased for my friends' parents ...
Views: 2084 - Safety in Kettlebell Training - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2010 from Israel SanchezSafety in kettlebell training is nothing mysterious and is much simpler than many would care to admit. Overall it boils down to paying attention to detail and common sense. There are some simple yet easily overlooked points always worth mentioning that will help you stay on the side of ...
Views: 2082(4 votes) - The Advaita Prana Mat An Effective Acupressure tool - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Fushi Wellbeing Ltd Yoga ProductsThe Advaita Pranamat is an effective acupressure tool that promotes self-healing, relaxation and revitalization that restores the energy flow of your body. It is almost a reflexology mat that stimulates the pressure point combining ancient wisdom, bio design and modern technologies. ...
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