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- Elliptical Trainer vs Stationary Bike - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2005 from Rich RojasWhen I joined my first commercial gym back in 1988 I began to explore new approaches to weight training. The wide assortment of weight training equipment was staggering for someone who had worked out in the basement for years with just a barbell set and a weight bench. My new gym had a vast ...
Views: 1755 - Walking For Weight Loss: How many calories does it burn? - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2005 from Ray KellyPeople who walk daily have a lesser incidence of cancer, heart disease, stroke, diabetes and other killer diseases. Not only does walking make you healthier but it also burns calories, creates psychological well being, increases metabolism, strengthens muscles, increases flexibility, improves ...
Views: 1260 - Running for Weight lost?...Slow down - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2005 from Mubarakah IbrahimRunning For Weight Loss…….Slow Down You may be out running your fat burning hormones By Mubarakah Ibrahim CPT So you’ve loved running since your track days of high school. It’s simple, you can do it anywhere and all you need is some good running shoes and pair of comfy cotton footies. But now ...
Views: 905 - The Common Sense Approach to Fitness and Wellness - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2005 from Martin HarshbergerCommon Sense Approach to Fitness and Wellness: "Common sense isnot so common." Voltaire Do you ever wonder why people behave as they do? I am constantly amazed at the behavior of people and the things they do. As I get older I get more and more curious and spend much more time thinking ...
Views: 726 - Weight Loss: You Are What You Think! - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2005 from Ray KellyMost of us know and have heard the phrase, “You are what you eat”. However, is it possible that another phrase also applies? “You are what you THINK”. Yes, it is very possible that this phrase is also an accurate representation of how our perceptions and expectations affect our body and ...
Views: 755 - 50 Motivational Tips for Exercise and Weight Loss - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2005 from Ray KellyNo matter who we are, we all have days when we just do not feel like exercising. The weather might be grey, you’ve had a busy day, or you might just be bored with your program. Whatever the reason, you just don’t feel like it! It’s on these days that we need that extra motivation. I’ve been ...
Views: 1229 - 15 Tips for People Who Don't Like to Exercise - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2005 from Susie CortrightWe've all had days when we don't have the energy to tie our athletic shoes, let alone bounce around in them. But exercise can give a daily blast to your mind, body, and soul. Here are fifteen quick tips to get you moving: 1. Don't get intimidated by the prospect of a daily exercise regimen. ...
Views: 1405 - Exercising In The Heat: 5 tips to help you keep your cool! - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2005 from Ray KellyOn a hot day we may feel like we’re melting, but did you know that our internal temperature (or core temperature) only changes by a few degrees. Our normal body temperature at rest is maintained between 36 and 38 degrees Celsius. Our core temperature is extremely important as the processes that ...
Views: 924 - Phentermine and Weight Training. - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2005 from George PapazoglouNow you can easily lose weight with remarkable speed by initiating your unexploited genetic potential always by pacing up with scientifically verified workout programs. According to an extensive study, based on a group of trainees averaging 230 pounds, at different ages and being trained with ...
Views: 3372 - Exercise Nutrition: How To Keep That Energy Up! - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2005 from Kathryn ONeillHow many times has this happened to you? >> You psych yourself up mentally (you are GOING to do it!) >> You don the outfit (you can practically feel the energy flowing through your veins!) >> You lace up the running shoes (Nike: Just Do It - that’s you.) >> ...
Views: 1207 - Principles of Excellent Oral Health - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2005 from Thomas CornwellPrinciples of Excellent Oral Health It is interesting to note that the subject of oralhealth is glaringly ignored when one studies thevarious topics of health and fitness today. I am often asked just what constitutes good oral healthand why is it important to the overall health of the ...
Views: 1184(1 vote) - Does Calorie Restriction Lead to Weight Loss? - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2005 from Rajesh ShettyYes and no. Moderate calorie restriction helps in controlling and getting rid of fat to a certain extent. In fact the so called low carbohydrate diets are low calorie diets. Research proves that the weight loss in these weight loss programs is on account of calorie restriction and not due to ...
Views: 897 - How to Increase Your Bench Press by Doing Squats - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2005 from Marc DavidMy Legs Are Already Big Enough. I Keep Hearing Working Legs Is A MUST. Why Is That So Important? Believe me… I hated leg workouts. Until I realize the true potential that a simple set of squats could unleash. Frankly… I see the same people on the leg press machine, leg extensions, doing ...
Views: 1661(1 vote) - High Blood Pressure: 10 Tips That Could Save Your Life! - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2005 from Ray KellyWhen most people are told they have high blood pressure (or Hypertension) it comes as quite a shock. With many people being diagnosed between the ages of 25-45, it is fast becoming a great concern for both the individual and their young families. The problem is, it has no early symptoms. You ...
Views: 827 - Surprising Health Benefits for Pet Owners - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2005 from Patricia WagnerDid you know that there are key health benefits that canresult from owning a pet? Having one can enhance yourphysical, mental and social wellbeing. 1. How can a pet help your physical health? Owning a dog, for instance, will encourage you to get moreexercise. With your faithful friend at your ...
Views: 1114(1 vote) - Excerpt: Lean Mom, Fit Family: The 6-Week Plan for a Slimmer You and a Healthier Family - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2005 from Yolanda CardenYou Are What You Drink It may seem as if it will be an uphill battle to get your family to switch from heavily advertised sodas, energy drinks, and sugary juice drinks to healthier beverages such as water and milk. Believe me, though, it's a battle worth fighting. The high intake of these ...
Views: 1275 - Success versus Failure - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2005 from Deborah CaruanaSuccess is what you are prepared to make of yourself every single day. That one cold morning when you want to roll over but instead get up and go to workout, is a defining moment. Success boosts self-confidence and is self perpetuating. We all know it, thrive on it and love it. Failure on the ...
Views: 1174 - “Bodybuilding Sins” That Cause Back Pain and Missed Workouts: Part 5 - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2005 from Robert DuvallWelcome to article number five in our 5-part series “Bodybuilding Sins That Cause Back Pain and Missed Workouts”. In this article we are going to cover some basic, yet powerful training principles that are often overlooked and are responsible for nearly all bodybuilding injuries… If you missed ...
Views: 1685 - Get Out and Play: Top 7 Outdoor Exercises - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2005 from Aaron PottsDo you remember when our parents used to yell at us to go outside and play? They would get so tired of us running around the house munching junk food and fighting with our siblings that they would practically kick us out of the house! Well, we may not have the same child-like activities lined ...
Views: 956 - Change Your Life With a Commitment to Weight Loss - by Submitted on May 30, 2005 from Tammy CorbettAnyone who has ever had to lose weight can attest to the enormous commitment the endeavor demands. Dropping pounds requires you to substantially alter your life style. Eating habits must be changed, physical activity must be incorporated and a general healthier approach to living must be ...
Views: 821 - Get Stronger, Faster, and Better by Training Right, Eating Well, and Resting Up - by Submitted on May 26, 2005 from Joey AtlasI rarely start an article with the conclusion at the beginning. But, for this specific topic I couldn’t write it any other way. So, here it is. No magic pill, patented drink mix, sublingual tincture, trans-dermal patch, man made food bar, proprietary mineral blend, or secret capsule is capable ...
Views: 1207 - Weight Management and Heart Rate Monitors - by Submitted on May 19, 2005 from Richard DafterWeight Management and Heart Rate Monitors by Richard Dafter - President, Howtobefit.com Improving Your Quality of Life, One Heartbeat at a Time The following article addresses how to create an appropriate plan of action to capitalize on the relationship between heart rate and calorie burning ...
Views: 1275 - How to Choose the Best Treadmill for Your Lifestyle - by Submitted on May 18, 2005 from Deirdre JonesWhen choosing a treadmill (or any piece of exercise equipment for that matter), there is a lot to consider. Many people tend to look at the price first, but you don't want to be a slave to a price. When you're buying a car or house, you don't just look at the price; you consider durability ...
Views: 932 - Do you need an expensive padded, cushioned, air bubbled, gelled running shoe? - by Submitted on May 09, 2005 from Winston NgNike Free does not think so; and neither should you. Read on to find out why this concerns every one of us, our health and a good deal of wasted money. This is not a story of the Nike Free shoe; it’s about our freedom and growth. By Winston Ng, Phenogy Health Advisors It has been a really ...
Views: 1229 - The Scoop on Stress. - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2005 from Deborah CaruanaStress is defined as a response by your body to any demand made upon it and a 'demand' means a change. Did you know different stress levels have names? For example “Neutral” stress is the amount of work it takes to maintain normal body function. If we give stress a scale of 1- 10 where ...
Views: 1163 - Exercise Your Heart Needs - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2005 from Al SearsHere’s a fact missed by just about everyone: To maintain a healthy heart that will take you far into old age, long duration endurance training is the last thing you need. You will do much more for your heart by exercising in brief spurts. If you do it effectively, expect to spend no more than ...
Views: 3072 - Personal Training: 5 Easy Steps to Sanity on the Road - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2005 from Aaron PottsIf you have been a personal trainer for any length of time - or any fitness professional, for that matter - then you know what it's like to spend a lot of time on the road. For trainers who work with their clients in homes or a geographic mix of local fitness facilities, you especially have some ...
Views: 1135 - The Key To Loosing Weight And Keeping It Off - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2005 from Arina NikitinaDo you want to lose weight? Of course you do, otherwise you wouldn't be reading this. Let me ask you another question. For how long do you want to lose weight? Just for the summer to look good in bikini? Or before winter Holidays to make some room for the turkey and mashed potatoes? If you ...
Views: 1305 - 2 Exercises to Avoid - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2005 from Marc DavidIf you want a good night, then avoid two of these old school moves. Good Mornings: Although I can't say I've seen these moves done in quite some time, I know that growing up I saw plenty of pictures of how the move should be done. If I had more then 3 wishes left in this lamp, I wish that ...
Views: 1306 - Why Diets Don't Work - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2005 from Aaron PottsOne of the biggest scams ever successfully pulled on the American public is - somewhat appropriately - a 4-letter word. That word is, of course, Diet. By now you have seen advertisements for more diets than you can easily remember, and have also most likely seen an article or television show ...
Views: 960 - Activate Your Life - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2005 from Andrew McCombeFor many years as a sport scientist, personal trainer and performance coach, I have been working with clients who come to me for advice about how they can improve the performance and quality of their bodies; some want help to lose weight and tone up, others need to reduce their blood pressure ...
Views: 775 - Kennedy Coaching & Consulting - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2005 from Sarah KennedyChange is hard. So difficult in fact, that scientists report the prospect of radical change can create a neurological reaction in the brain similar to those produced by torture. We fear change and yet we want it. Initiating change is challenging enough, but it has been my experience over ...
Views: 1125 - Why they are mistaken about aerobic activities! - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2005 from Winston NgBy Winston Ng, Phenogy Health AdvisorsHave you ever wondered why some people can be playing tennis, swimming and jogging so often, yet they are still fat?The next time you walk past a tennis court, or go to a swimming pool, take time to notice the shapes of the regulars.Many activity regulars ...
Views: 892 - Excerpt: Body-for-LIFE for Women - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2005 from Yolanda CardenYour Fitness Needs, Milestone By Milestone I've worked with thousands of women. Twenty-somethings to 50-plus career women. Anorexics and starvers to bingers and bulimics. Top athletes to women who were so obese that they could barely walk a block. For all of them, a customized fitness ...
Views: 984 - Honor Your Body - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2005 from Danish AhmedHonor Your Body! 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 periodically, ...
Views: 1086(3 votes) - “Bodybuilding Sins” That Cause Back Pain and Missed Workouts: Part 2 - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2005 from Robert DuvallWelcome to article number 2 in our series “Bodybuilding Sins That Cause Back Pain and Missed Workouts”. In this article we are going to talk about how bodybuilders tend to create massive muscle imbalances and what you can do to not be one of them. If you missed the first article, you can read ...
Views: 1868(1 vote) - “Bodybuilding Sins” That Cause Back Pain and Missed Workouts: Part 2 - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2005 from Robert DuvallWelcome to article number 2 in our series “Bodybuilding Sins That Cause Back Pain and Missed Workouts”. In this article we are going to talk about how bodybuilders tend to create massive muscle imbalances and what you can do to not be one of them. If you missed the first article, you can read ...
Views: 1868(1 vote) - Why my Lactate Threshold Training is better than any other Strength Training System. - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2005 from Deborah CaruanaWhy my Lactate Threshold Training is better than any other Strength Training System. It's a very simple training system. Consisting of using your body in space with simple counts. Music is optional. With every position and exercise your concentration is focused on alignment, form, ...
Views: 1403(1 vote) - 10 Basic Health Habits - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2005 from Scott Larson1. Three prudent meals a day at regular times and only one or two small non-sugary snacks. 2. Eat Breakfast everyday. 3. Get enough sleep (about 7 hours a night). 4. Never smoke and if you do try to stop. 5. Use alcohol only in moderation, if at all. (There are better ways to reduce ...
Views: 3125(1 vote) - Does Your Current Exercise Practice Increase Or Decrease Your Stress? - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2005 from Sheldon GinsbergAt this point, we all know the purpose of exercise is to improve our physical health through activities that strengthens our bodies. As time has passed, our ability to exercise with greater efficiency has been enhanced as our understanding of how and why exercise produces health in our bodies ...
Views: 1018 - Buying A Treadmill - 3 Essential Tips - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2005 from Kathryn O'NeillIf you're buying a treadmill, chances are you've done lots of research already. You probably know exactly what makes up a high quality treadmill and have an idea of which features you want in your unit. But even with this knowledge many people still fall prey to slick treadmill deals that end ...
Views: 2221 - R Factors for Body Perfect Fitness and Health - by Building a:
Perfect Body for Body Perfect Fitness and Health
Is just Four Factors Away!!!
The R Factors!!!!
What are they?
Rev up
You must incorporate an on-going Aerobic (with oxygen) exercise program in each of your weekly goals. That means a minimum of 3 times per week, you must ...
Views: 1060 - “Bodybuilding Sins” That Cause Back Pain and Missed Workouts - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2005 from Robert DuvallIt’s one thing for someone who sits at a computer all day and never exercises to have back pain, but for a bodybuilder, someone who spends hours and hours each week pouring everything they’ve got into building muscle, it should be criminal! The reason we say this is because, if you are going ...
Views: 1239 - Excerpt: Lean, Long & Strong: The 6-Week Strength-Training, Fat-Burning Program for Women - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2005 from Yolanda CardenUsing a Heart Rate Monitor If you want to get more exact with your precision cardio, you can use a heart rate monitor in addition to evaluating your rate of perceived exertion. The heart rate monitor will tell you exactly what your heart rate is as you're exercising, which means you can then ...
Views: 1014(1 vote) - Pre-Diabetes - The Calm Before the Storm - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2004 from david andersonRemember when the medical world identified pre-hypertension to better monitor your blood pressure? The new buzz: Pre-Diabetes concerns a similar condition pinpointing people who are at severe risk for getting diabetes. Because diabetes silently invades your body, early detection and ...
Views: 931 - "How Do I Gain Weight?" - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2004 from JP CliffordTry asking people how to gain weight and you'll likely see some bewildered faces staring back at you. For the majority of people, hearing that question is akin to hearing the questions, "How do I stub my toe?" or "How do I run out of gas?" Those confused faces not withstanding, the question ...
Views: 869(1 vote) - 2 Ways to Start Burning fat Quickly - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2004 from Adrian Bryant1. Start Exercising first thing in the morning. As soon as you wake up in the morning workout for at least 30min to an hour. Studies show that working out in the morning has been shown to burn up to 3x as more fat as opposed to working out at any other time during the day. Here’s Why: During ...
Views: 2170 - For Healthy Weight Loss: Avoid the Top 10 Mistakes in the Gym - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2004 from Alan WaylerFinding or making time to exercise is the first step toward improving your health, but it’s not the only step. Workouts can be challenging and mistakes in the gym are common. At times, these mistakes can cause mild strains or more significant injuries. By changing small parts of your routine, ...
Views: 1168 - When Your Too Busy, Finding Time to Exercise - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2004 from Kathryn Martyn SmithExercising During TV Commercials I'm getting up an hour earlier these days. At first I said I'd never be able to do it: I was already sleep deprived rising at 6 AM how would I ever get up at 5? I'd never be able to get to sleep earlier (this is still true), and a hundred other reasons why it ...
Views: 1026 - The 15's: Fitness for the rest of us - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2004 from Marc PitmanWe’ve read it all before. Exercise is good for us. 20 minutes of aerobic exercise, three times a week will increase our energy levels and change our life. If we want to have a long and enjoyable life, we need to be intentional about our physical fitness. If we want to lose weight, we need to ...
Views: 2175 - Beware of Incompetent Tai Chi Chuan Teachers - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Harvey Kurland MSc, MFS, CSCSBeware of Incompetent Tai Chi Chuan Teachers! Exercise Classes Such as T'ai-Chi Ch'uan Should be Taught by Competent Teachers. By Harvey Kurland, MSc, MFS, CSCS, Certified T'ai Chi Ch'uan Chief Instructor CTCCA T'ai-Chi Ch'uan Chief Instructor for University of California ...
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