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- Discover... Aikido - The Path to Peace and Harmony - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2009 from Tony WildenAikido is an original martial art that is not competitive or violent. The techniques do not require physical strength or aggressive spirit and can be practised by people of all ages. The benefits include - self defence skills, discipline, breath control, relaxation, flexibility, stamina, ...
Views: 2619(2 votes) - Don't Forget to Breathe - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Aaron SavvyAs a fitness trainer, I teach key principles to my clients: proper form, isolation and breathing. Although I see people trying to maintain good form or concentrate on isolation, it amazes me how one forgets to breathe during their training session. Why does it really matter? Proper breathing ...
Views: 2619 - Don’t Neglect Your Leg Workouts - by Submitted on May 24, 2012 from Joshua KozakIf you look around at your local, then you will notice that the majority of people are working their upper bodies, and ignoring their legs. Unfortunately, most lifters focus on building their upper bodies at the expense of their legs. In order to have a truly optimal physique, you must train ...
Views: 2618 - 3 Unknown Secret for Fast Fat Reduction Finally Revealed - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2013 from ethan chongDo you know what fast fat reduction really is? It is all about doing the right things, regularly through habits. If you are looking for secret tips to lose weight successfully, then you have come to the right place! In this article I will provide you with 3 fantastic secrets that will enable you ...
Views: 2613 - Using the Exercise Wheel for Incredible Abdominal Results - by Submitted on May 24, 2009 from Emile JarreauAnytime a piece of exercise equipment has a nickname that includes the word DEATH, you know two things: One, it hurts, and two, it works. There is no question that the exercise wheel fits into both categories. The exercise wheel is a small, harmless looking wheel with a handle attached to ...
Views: 2610(1 vote) - 5 GUARANTEED WAYS TO SCREW UP YOUR WEIGHT LOSS - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2010 from Anna AparicioDo you insist on screwing up your weight loss efforts and making sure you stay overweight and unhappy forever? Here’s 5 ways you may have been doing this: 1/ WEIGHING YOURSELF EVERY DAY: It is completely unnecessary and you will only be disappointed and frustrated. When you step on the ...
Views: 2609(2 votes) - How Exercise Got Rid of My Anxiety - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2013 from Patrick O'NeillIt was a totally arbitrary Wednesday night when I was in college. It was going on about the 200th straight minute of tossing and turning in my bed in a futile attempt to get some rest before my 8 AM Video Production class the next morning. I wasn’t worried about an exam, I wasn’t going to fail ...
Views: 2608 - Amazing Only Two Forearm Workouts You will Ever Want - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2012 from Adams LoisA number of individuals very easily forget about a single of your most important muscle groups inside the body, the forearms. These muscles usually are not only implemented in forearm exercises but any exercising that needs one particular to grip an object. Objects can range from barbells, ...
Views: 2606 - One Excellent Alternative to Hiring a Personal Trainer at a NYC Health Club. - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2013 from Andrew SchmarjeExercising one on one with a personal trainer is a surefire way to get in your best shape and stay in your best shape. If you don't want to waste money on a membership or trainer at NYSC, Equinox, David barton Gym or the like. Train in your NYC Apartment Building Gym with an In Home Personal ...
Views: 2606 - ***The 7 BIGGEST Workout Mistakes - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2010 from Sean BarkerDo you want to know the biggest mistake I continue to see guys doing in the gym? They train like bodybuilders...when they should be training like athletes. The majority of guys in the gym are "regular Joe's" with busy jobs and families where they are not required to get up on stage in a ...
Views: 2603(2 votes) - Do You Know How To Relieve Chronic Muscle Pain In Ballet, Dance And Cheerleading - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2011 from Dianne BuxtonDancers and cheerleaders want to be taught how to relieve muscle aches and pains that have become chronic. The muscles around the area of the hips in particular can become imbalanced because of postural misalignments. It seems like nothing gives those sore muscles relief. In many cases, ...
Views: 2603 - Are You Strong Enough? 4 Core Strength Exercises - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2010 from Dr. Nathalie BeauchampStretching can be overrated! Now don’t get me wrong, it is essential, but even if you are flexible enough to touch your toes, without the core strength to support your spine, you may be risking injury. My point is simply this; without core strength training, you are missing a significant ...
Views: 2601(1 vote) - Book Excerpt - 8 Minutes in the Morning® to a Flat Belly - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2004 from Yolanda CardenExcerpt The following is an excerpt from the book 8 Minutes in the Morning® to a Flat Belly by Jorge Cruise Published by Rodale Press; January 2004; $12.95US/$18.95CAN; 1-57954-715-X Copyright © 2004 Jorge Cruise, Inc. Abdominal Fat's Dirty Little Secret Before you embark on my exciting 8 ...
Views: 2601(1 vote) - Maximize Your Workouts Effectiveness - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Wendy StollWhether you’re new to working-out, you’ve hit a plateau, or you’re bored with the same old routine; try these tips to get the most out of your exercise sessions. Cardiovascular: 1) Use your arms on the treadmill or elliptical machine. If you’re holding on to the handrails of cardio equipment ...
Views: 2599(3 votes) - Why Women Use Anabolic Steroids - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2013 from Stephanie DavisAnabolic steroids were first created in the 1930s for medical purposes, and now they are often used to increase physical performance in sports. Although men were once the only users, this is no longer the case as more and more women are using steroids to enhance their physique and build ...
Views: 2596 - Penis Problems and Anemia – Avoiding Loss of Erections - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2013 from John DuganWhen a man feels tired, it can affect everything about him, including the perkiness of his penis. Since most men will do just about anything to avoid penis problems, taking steps to avoid anemia, which can have a negative impact on penis health, is strongly advised. So what exactly is anemia ...
Views: 2594 - Can you lose weight with a cup of White Tea? - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2012 from Mark SanchezFrom the ancient time tea is known to have medicinal properties. While we all know the benefits of green tea and chamomile, but the benefits of white tea was under wraps. With the ravages of time, the secrets are unveiled and now we know the incredible benefits that the white tea provides. ...
Views: 2592(1 vote) - Chakra Meditation- Mudras and Sounds to Open your Energy Centers - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Michelle ColeThere are different ways by which you can carry out the technique of chakra meditation and one of these is by using different mudras and sounds for each energy center. These will help to unblock and open up the energy channels and enable free flow of energy and also induce healing and stress ...
Views: 2592 - Preparing For A Fitness Boot Camp- Getting Ready For Greatness - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Craig SmithBoot camp trainers often come across people who are very apprehensive about joining a fitness program because they don’t think they’re fit enough to join. Here is a guide to prepare yourself to look and feel your greatest. Boot Camp Personal Trainer Fitness Tips 1) Stretch. This helps ...
Views: 2578 - How I Superset Yoga Workouts with My Weightlifting Workouts - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2012 from Jon DyerFor some yogis, this post may offend, or at least seem like a joke of a workout. However, I assure you that doing superset yoga and weightlifting workouts is no joke. It's actually very effective and saves a great deal of time in the gym (or working out at home). It's not often you see ...
Views: 2575 - 5 Reasons Why Alcohol Makes You Less Attractive - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Richard ClarkeThere is no getting away from the fact that many people get excited by the prospect of finishing work on a Friday and going down the pub. I hear you say “many times alcohol consumption makes people look more attractive!” in the short term this may be true, however In South Wales and ...
Views: 2569 - Exercises To Help Sort Out Your Neck Pain - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Jaks LloydMost of us are guilty of bad posture and sometimes we get aches and pains starting with our neck and working down through the shoulders, upper back, lower back and legs. The following easy neck stretching exercises will help sort out many of the niggly pains we often get. Neck Rotation ...
Views: 2566(1 vote) - What are the benefits of Kelp Supplements? - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2011 from Robert SteersKelp are large seaweeds. Strong Kelpen range in size and shape. A type of kelp may have hundreds of branches. Giant Kelp may increase to more than 200 meters long and will create whole forests of seaweed. Kelp forests grow in clear, shallow, oceans, which is rich in nutrients and is about 20 ° ...
Views: 2566 - ***The Human Body is Designed for Balance - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2012 from Anne Merkel, Ph.D. NDThe human body is an amazing vehicle which is in constant flux with change, regeneration, cleansing, and re-balance. It is not programmed to be sick, so whenever we feed it toxins or stress it out, then it automatically goes into re-balance mode and recalibrates so that all of its functions can ...
Views: 2565(1 vote) - Best Exercises to Reduce and Flatten Your Tummy Now - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Glenn PrescotThe goal is a flatter and stronger stomach for most people who start a workout routine for the abdominals. If there hasn’t been any strength gained on the stomach muscles, then a flat, smooth tummy isn’t a large accomplishment even though it looks sexy and attractive. You want to add strength to ...
Views: 2561(4 votes) - Ergonomics - What Does it Mean? - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Gail McGonigalThe word ergonomic is the study of the interaction between individuals, machines or appliances in their environment that can affect their performance and productivity. The purpose of ergonomic is to assess the interaction, or relationship between each component for determining optimum ...
Views: 2558 - Easy Ways to Lose Weight Naturally-Weight Loss Herbal Remedies - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2016 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanUncomfortable feeling and more than this the risk of carrying number of serious health problems comprising heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and cancer can be the result of loading around you too much weight. Obesity can lead to various other complications. So maintaining a healthy weight ...
Views: 2557 - What’s the Best Exercise Plan for Adipex? - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2013 from Michael BoyleLosing weight becomes effective only if it is a well-organized process that consists of several stages and methods. For instance, keeping to a diet plan and excluding certain foods from your daily meal routine, you will succeed soon, but get the same pounds as soon as the diet is over. Doing ...
Views: 2553(1 vote) - Recharge your energy with these 4 tips - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2015 from Victor MarchioneEnergy – we all want it, better yet we all need it, but sometimes it seems to fade as the day carries on. In fact, it’s a common symptom I hear amongst my patients. It’s easy to make excuses as to why we don’t have energy, but instead of making excuses let’s work on giving our energy levels a ...
Views: 2550 - Six Ways to Improve your Treadmill Routine and make it Work - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2007 from Andrew McCombeFeel like you're on the treadmill, treadmill? You know, where you keep putting in more and more effort and keep getting the same old results from your treadmill workout. Einstein said we "cannot solve a problem from the same space or state that created the problem". If you feel like you are ...
Views: 2548 - Foods to Avoid after Exercise to Burn More Fat - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2010 from John PhillipPeople understand the importance of combining proper diet, psychological motivation and regular physical activity in their quest to lose weight. Most are shocked to find out that certain food combinations eaten after exercise may actually sabotage any weight loss benefit by disrupting the way ...
Views: 2547(2 votes) - The Best Exercises and Tips to Lose Muffin Tops and Love Handles - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2009 from Anthony ChapmanMuffin tops is a slang word to describe the overhanging flesh over waistbands. The unsightly look has become more noticeable in recent years due to fashions and the increase in obesity levels. The biggest part to losing the muffin top look and reducing the size of your love handles is the ...
Views: 2547(2 votes) - 3 Reasons Not To Exercise - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Danish AhmedHi there everyone!! We've all heard how regular exercise is vital for good health and a well-balanced lifestyle. Now, how many of us have tried to lose weight, buff ourselves up, or join a fitness program, only to be disappointed by the lack of results we see? Maybe we do workout ...
Views: 2544(5 votes) - Various Points of Stem-Kine - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2012 from vikas guptaStem-kine is really a nutritional foods supplement that contains all natural elements and has zero reported unwanted effects.Stem-kine is a supplements that bottles bone marrow to improve the flow of stem tissue in the body.Stem cellular material are the simply known origin for repairing the ...
Views: 2544(1 vote) - Jack3d: What is It and How Does It Work? - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2012 from Lai Wee KiatIf you're a gym rat constantly on the lookout for a pre-workout formula that will give you the ultimate energy and mental stimulation to train, then you should definitely give USPLabs Jack3d a try. Not only Jack3d contains creatine and arginine to give you the strength and pumps you need ...
Views: 2541 - Great Benefits of Cardiovascular Fitness Training - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2013 from Jonathan washingtonOne of the most important keys to fitness is a strong heart and vascular system. The best way to achieve health gains in these systems is cardiovascular respiratory exercise also called aerobic exercise, cardiovascular exercise or simply cardiovascular. We will discuss the benefits of ...
Views: 2540 - The World's Smartest Workout - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Sean BarkerE=mc² You might remember this from your old high school math class. It was Albert Einstein's Theory of Relativity. Despite Einstein's well known brilliance, what amazes me even more was he was also a busy dad of 3 kids. Einstein was known for challenging the status quo and I think if ...
Views: 2538(2 votes) - A Nutritionist And Dietitian Support Can Change Your Way to Live Your Life - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from Heather AdamsGetting motivated to live a healthy lifestyle can be challenging. Constantly, we are faced with temptations of unhealthy foods and sedentary activities that can bring on weight gain and low energy levels. But for those who move beyond those poor choices, perhaps with the help of a nutritionist ...
Views: 2533(1 vote) - Real Penis Health Facts - 5 Masturbation Myths Busted - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2013 from John DuganSince the beginnings of recorded history, there is evidence that masturbation - a healthy, natural activity in both men and women - has been frowned upon, or even downright forbidden, as an act that can cause physiological and/or spiritual damage. It is not the aim of this article to address the ...
Views: 2530 - Boosting Penis Performance by Tapping the Power of Antioxidants - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2013 from John DuganMen who slept their way through biology class may only have a passing understanding of how the human body works. For example, they may know that an erection develops when the penis fills with blood, but they may not know how the way they eat and the supplements they use could support that blood ...
Views: 2524 - Improve Your Cardio in Less Time and Burn Fat More Efficiently - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Dr. Nathalie BeauchampHow would you like to be more efficient with your cardio exercise while exercising for shorter time and burning more calories? You may not need to exercise as long as you think! A while back I came across the work of Dr. Al Sears who has been in the field of exercise for over 25 years. His PACE™ ...
Views: 2522(2 votes) - Success of a Well-Rounded Person - What are Your Goals Health Financial Spiritual Physical Relationships - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2021 from Leon EdwardSuccess is a word that can mean many different things. Everyone has a varying definition for the term, and even when you both define it the same, the levels of meaning can range. As an example, when most individuals consider success, they think in relations to income level . Two individuals ...
Views: 2521 - Losing Weight and Learning to Believe in Yourself - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2012 from Sabrina RenéeSo many people (roughly 60% of Americans alone) are interested in losing weight. Yet, very few actually believe they have what it takes to lose those extra pounds and keep them off. As someone who struggled with her own weight for a number of years, I can tell you that my inability to believe ...
Views: 2519 - What is Holistic Fitness? - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Andrew MackeyHolistic fitness is a term that I have furthered and developed over the past 10 years or so with my own work, to identify the difference between exercising the body just for physical purposes or appearance, and the more integrated, multi-dimensional view that takes into account the different ...
Views: 2517 - A guide to eating on the Appalachian Trail - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2019 from Merlyn SeeleyWhen you hike the AT you will discover that your eating style changes, habits change and you are going to be consuming fewer calories and burning more calories at the same time. Another thing to know about eating on the trail is that you will need to carry enough food for up to five days and at ...
Views: 2506(1 vote) - Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycemia) - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2011 from Amy StephensLow blood sugar (also known as Hypoglycemia) is a condition found in Diabetics that is characterized by low blood glucose. When your blood sugar level drops well below normal, your muscles and brain are starving for the energy they get from glucose to function properly. Low blood sugar is most ...
Views: 2503(2 votes) - Sexual Health, Relationships and Cybersex - Is it Cheating or Fair Game? - by Submitted on May 30, 2013 from John DuganIs Cybersex Cheating? Cybersex is a relatively new phenomenon, in that, just a generation ago, it was unheard of. It is something many men may not readily admit to, though most men (and women, too!) are likely curious about it. When it comes to the question of relationship infidelity, sexual ...
Views: 2501 - What is Sports Psychology? - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2007 from Amie Eipers“What is Sports Psychology?” By: Amie C. Eipers, LCSW, C.H. Gina L. Spielman, LCSW & Assoc., Ltd. With the ever-increasing attention put upon sports, athletes are being called upon to challenge themselves to exceed previously set standards in their chosen sport. While there has long been vast ...
Views: 2499 - Great Snacks to Help Tone Stomach Muscles - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2011 from Phil RosserThere's nothing wrong with snacking, it's important to keep your mind and body energized and your metabolism working throughout the day. Many people can make better choices for healthy breakfast, lunch and dinner, but they are still struggling to find good ideas for healthy snacks between ...
Views: 2495 - Fasting For Weight Loss - Your Personal Fountain Of Youth - by Submitted on May 29, 2008 from Robert Dave JohnstonWe live in a world that often tells us more is better. Fasting for weight loss, fitness and health may be good for the "holy" - some may say. But the common perception appears to be that hunger -- real or imagined -- must be appeased at all times and without question. Live to eat even if it ...
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