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- Yoga And Pilates: Equal But Not The Same! - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2008 from Jennifer AdolfsYoga and Pilates are two different styles of exercise that give you some of the same benefits, but are still have very different results. Breathing: Yoga and Pilates style of breathing has similar and different effects. Yoga breath comes from the nostrils. When you breathe the inhale and ...
Views: 2009 - Fight The Fear of Fitness - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2012 from Terrence MeltzFight the Fear of Fitness: 5 tips to overcome your Fitness Obstacles So you’ve decided that now is the time to fulfill your fitness goals. Congratulations!!! You are going to feel so much better about yourself once you get started. Whether your motivation is to lose weight, get fit or ...
Views: 2007(3 votes) - Four Painful Penis Conditions that Merit a Trip to the ER - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2013 from John DuganWhen pain strikes below the belt, panic seems like an appropriate response. It's a sensitive area that can bring a guy a significant amount of pleasure, so it makes sense to treat it tenderly and keep it healthy with proper penis care. Some penis pain conditions need more than a little TLC, ...
Views: 2007 - Tips for Soothing a Sore Penis – Combatting Penile Swelling at the Source - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2013 from John DuganA little chafing or dryness is one thing, and most men learn to expect these issues as a natural outcome of frequent masturbation or an enthusiastic roll in the hay. On the other hand, when the problem goes beyond chafing, resulting in an inflamed, sore penis, this may be a cause for greater ...
Views: 2007 - No Job is Worth Losing Your Health Over - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2011 from Young KimI once had as an account manager for a dotcom company, back when dotcoms were still new, and just before the bubble burst. I was single at the time, and I worked close to 12-hour days, seven days a week, by choice. I was on a steady diet caffeine, and fast food. I had no time to exercise, and ...
Views: 2006(3 votes) - Six Reasons You Will Not Get Six Pack Abs - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2009 from Shannon ClarkMany people make it a goal to get six pack abs, yet never follow through and reach this goal. Why is this? Why is it that so many people attempt to get six pack abs yet never seem to have success? Is it that the goal itself is just so hard to achieve or is there more to it? Perhaps they ...
Views: 2006(4 votes) - Whey Protein Powder Shakes Linked to Greater Weight Loss and Leaner Body Mass - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from Terri DennisWhey protein powder is a complete protein source which includes all the essential amino acids. The amino acids are important as they increase immune function, repair and heal muscle systems, increase fat burning effects of adipose tissue while exercising, maintain healthy blood sugar levels, and ...
Views: 2006(4 votes) - 8 Skincare Rules to follow for Glowing, Radiant skin - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2017 from Amelia RobertThe lure of any glowing and radiant skin is such a telling trait that many people will offer a bounty to secure. To arrive at a skin that is eye-catching and enviable, there are obvious skin rules that need to be adhered to and these are: 1. The Face Wash Taking a bath is not same as ...
Views: 2005(1 vote) - Pole Dance Moves Intermediate-Basic Pole Dancing Tricks List - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2015 from Joan RiversPole dance moves intermediate; Many of those who start pole dancing by themselves, using DVDs or books don't know somebody essentials that help progress in pole dancing quickly. This article is dedicated to the body essentials every pole dancer should know. Basic pole dancing tricks list; ...
Views: 2005 - Who Has Time To Exercise? - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from Dale MillerWith every other spam e-mail being about weight loss, a yoga studio opening up on every corner and all those TV ads for home gym equipment you would think everyone would be super fit by now. The truth is North Americans are more stationary than ever. We are all overrun by obligations of work, ...
Views: 2005(7 votes) - The Surprising Benefits of Wearing Leggings - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2020 from Hassan AwanLeggings have become more and more commonplace as the trend towards activewear and athleisure has taken off. Whether it’s due to the current pandemic, or just the shift in consumer trends, but it’s obvious that leggings are here to stay as part of the modern wardrobe. Ever versatile, women are ...
Views: 2004 - Variety is the Spice of Life… Pull-Up Variations and Grip Styles - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2009 from Emile JarreauYou might be dedicated to good health by working out, but that doesn’t mean you have to stick to the same old exercises over and over again. Why not try to do some interesting variations on a mainstay of the super-fit, the pull-up? You might as well, right? Before we go into the types of ...
Views: 2001 - Giving and Receiving Positive Energy Using the Universal Principles of the Art of Aikido - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2009 from Tony WildenAikido is an amazing martial art that was founded by Master Morihei Ueshiba (1883-1969). He was one of the greatest martial artists who ever lived, and also a man of peace. He taught that there is always a way to blend with an attackers energy and take control of difficult situations. Aikido ...
Views: 2000(3 votes) - Carrying out a Low Cholesterol Diet Plan - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Paul RodgersA high level of cholesterol has been linked with several conditions. A high level of cholesterol inside the body can be brought about by several things. On of them is by following a diet that is excessive in saturated fat and Low density lipids or "bad" cholesterol which is the type of diet ...
Views: 1998(2 votes) - Armed and Dangerous - Arm Workout - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Sean BarkerAlong with getting a big chest, most men who start weight training want big arms. Also, one of the main trouble spots for women is the back of the arm, the tricep muscle. f you ask someone to show you their muscles they will usually roll up their sleeve and flex their bicep. But what most ...
Views: 1997 - Exercise Grows New Brain Cells -- Here's Why - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2012 from Ed MayhewIn just the last couple of decades scientists have discovered that aerobic exercise causes the growth of new brain cells. With the assistance of our rodent friends and the advances in MRI technology for research on humans, study after study has shown that neurogenesis (the creation of neurons ...
Views: 1995 - HULA HOOP HISTORY 1958-2010: The Influence of Hoop-Dance in the American Pop Culture - by Submitted on May 18, 2011 from Siamak MonjeziLos Angeles California is known as the Hoop City, the birth place of hula hoop in 1958 in USA. Southern California is also the land of developing hula hooping from just a children's outdoor game to a productive adult fitness tool in 21st century. Today all over the world families, children, ...
Views: 1995 - All you Need to Know About Sesamoiditis - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2012 from Steve RobertsDefinition of the Condition Put simply, sesamoiditis is an inflammation of the sesamoid bones. These tiny bones are embedded within a tendon, and are not joined to other bones by joints, making them somewhat unique. They are to be found in the knee, wrists, elbows and the feet. The foot ...
Views: 1993 - Biggest Loser May Just Live Up to Its Name - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2009 from Nicki AndersonI don't know about you, but my hunch is that you know someone that would risk the reputation of someone else so they could make themselves look better. It has never been more apparent than on the recent episode of, The Biggest Loser. Not only did 1 contestant head to the hospital, but 2 ...
Views: 1993 - How to Look Taller - Tips to Make You Appear Taller - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Larry GateThe question a lot of people ask is how to look taller. Nobody wants to be short. If you are short, then you know how awful it is to be short. There are some times you feel unconfident when standing close to a tall person. Even if you are born short, there are certain things you can do to help ...
Views: 1990 - Nordic Pole Walking - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2014 from Peter DennisWhat is Nordic Pole Walking? Nordic Pole Walking is a low-impact, easy to learn, and enjoyable exercise for people of all ages and fitness levels. There are approximately 350 scientific and clinical studies pointing to the health benefits of Nordic Pole Walking. Nordic Walking Poles ...
Views: 1987 - Six Keys To Fitness for Mature Adults - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2010 from Thomas ManfrediThe benefits of being physically fit are so numerous that it makes no sense not to attempt to develop a reasonable level of fitness. As we age, keeping fit can become more of a challenge, but the benefits are even more numerous and rewarding. Here are six keys that mature adults should keep ...
Views: 1987(3 votes) - 4 Simple Ways to Stop Food Cravings - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2010 from Christine EstersCookies, cakes, and sugar, oh my! Those sweet tasting foods taste oh so good; they have you on a natural high. But, you’re feeling of euphoria is not the only thing that is high, so is your blood sugar. When you feed into your cravings and indulge into those decadent sweets, your blood sugar ...
Views: 1986(2 votes) - Effective Herbal supplements for Ulcerative colitis - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2015 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanUlcerative colitis is also known as colitis ulcerosa. A bowel ailment is inflammatory in nature and is in a form of colitis. A colon disease occurs or covers a large part of the large intestine. The features of this disease include ulcers and sores that are open. It can damage the ...
Views: 1980 - Extraordinary Physique Transformations for the "Ordinary" Person - by When the day came that my size 36 jeans became too uncomfortable, I reached something of a breaking point. I knew that I had to do something, but I still lacked the real motivation and inspiration to do anything about it. Each day, I became more depressed with the way I looked, resigned to the ...
Views: 1980 - Penis Health Begins with Proper Care - Cleaning, Grooming and Nourishing the Manhood - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2013 from John DuganMost men, when asked to name their favorite body part, will immediately indicate the area directly below the belt. From the day he is born, the penis serves as a source of fascination and pleasure which only increases as he gets older. But given the importance of the manhood to a man’s psyche, ...
Views: 1980 - Rush is Wrong About Exercise! - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2009 from Nicki AndersonIt seems as though Rush Limbaugh’s battle of the bulge has created some pretty imaginative scapegoating. A couple of weeks ago, Limbaugh came out and said that thanks to “exercise freaks” our health care system is stressed. He cited that those that exercise and involved in activities such as ...
Views: 1980(2 votes) - 8 Cool Steps to Shape Up that Summer Body - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2010 from craig jacobsSummer is in full swing, and the beaches are full of beautiful people that flaunt their body in a swimsuit that you always dreamed of. But don't worry! There is still time to join their ranks with some quick ways to shape up that summer body. Trimming that waistline is not always that easy. ...
Views: 1979(3 votes) - Damn, that pain in my a##! Here’s what you need to know about Piriformis Syndrome (Sciatic Pain)... - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2004 from Jesse CannoneIf you’re reading this article, it’s a good bet that you have a radiating pain running down the back of your leg that just won’t go away. If what I’m about to tell you sounds familiar, don’t worry, help is on the way. Sciatica and Piriformis Syndrome are the same condition... it is just that ...
Views: 1979(1 vote) - Diet and physical activity in preventing cancer - Lung, Breast and Prostate cancer - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2013 from Manzur KaderThe term cancer is used generically for more than 100 different diseases including malignant tumours of different sites (such as breast, cervix, prostate, stomach, colon/rectum, lung, mouth, leukaemia, sarcoma of bone, Hodgkin disease, and non-Hodgkin lymphoma). Common to all forms of the ...
Views: 1977 - Eliminate Nasty Penis Odor - Hygiene Tips for a Clean, Mean, Love-making Machine - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2013 from John DuganMost men are unaware that their penises are host to a gaggle of bacteria and that said bacteria can lead to infection and odor. Sure, the penis may appear clean to the naked eye, but studies have found as many that as many as 42 different kinds of bacteria call the skin of the penis home. Learn ...
Views: 1977 - Masturbation Hazards -When Self-Pleasuring is Bad for Penis Health - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2013 from John DuganClearer skin, better concentration, improved sex appeal and enhanced control could all be within a man's grasp, as soon as he lets go of his penis. This is the claim of so-called "anti-fap" websites, which argue that frequent bouts of masturbation zap a man's essence and leave him vulnerable to ...
Views: 1975 - Reducing Balanitis Risk – Proper Cleansing for the Uncircumcised Penis - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2013 from John DuganThey say that cleanliness is next to godliness, but if men spend too much time lathering up and too little time rinsing off, they could end up with a numb penis or a painful foreskin as a reward. That's because irritants in soap can cause balanitis, and when that condition takes hold, intense ...
Views: 1975 - -- Neglected muscles , unbalanced bodies ! Part 3 - The Lower Abdominal Muscles - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2012 from Anand Ghurye-- Neglected muscles , unbalanced bodies ! Part 3 - The Lower Abdominal Muscles In the earlier parts we dealt with the most neglected muscles - the hamstrings and the glutes . This time let us consider the third most neglected muscle group of the body the Lower Abdominals . The lower ...
Views: 1972 - The Problems with Activity Equivalence Labels for Individuals with Anorexia Athletica Tendencies - by Submitted on May 13, 2016 from Stephanie EissingerActivity Equivalency Labels: The Two Sides The latest proposal to add activity equivalence labels to food items as a way to help overweight individuals make better food choices has wonderful intentions, but it also has a darker side. Activity equivalence labels would show consumers the ...
Views: 1972 - An Introduction To Core Stability - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Richard ClarkeA guide to core strength training Poor posture is one of the biggest problems facing people's health in modern life. However, regular core stability exercise can improve your back muscles and your posture. Here's the realbuzz guide on getting started in core strength training exercise. How ...
Views: 1971 - Type-2 Diabetes, genes and gene expression - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2012 from Frank WilhelmiTwo recent news articles announced discovery of 13 gene variants that make us susceptible to developing type-2 diabetes later in life. The point of this article is that you don’t have to be a victim of genetic variants; you may be more susceptible to some disease of aging, but you don’t have to ...
Views: 1971(2 votes) - How Much Progress Have You Made on Your New Year’s Resolutions? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2011 from Carolyn AndersonIt's hard to believe but 2011 is already more than half over. Back in January, many people made New Year’s Resolutions to finally get in shape, eat better, make more money and be a better spouse, employee and parent. Now that the year is already more than half over, it’s time to see how far ...
Views: 1970(1 vote) - The Best Ways To Gain Weight Fast For Skinny Guys - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Steven DeAngeloIf you are a skinny individual who would like to gain weight fast then this article could change your life. We are going to discuss 3 things that will assist you to gain weight quickly and easily. So long as you follow these easy steps. Lots of males were born skinny and have a hard time ...
Views: 1968(1 vote) - Pump It Up: Strength Training Tips for Bones, Balance, Weight Control - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from i-Supplements comPump It Up Not so long ago, lifting weights conjured up images of Arnold Schwarzeneger in his bodybuilding hayday; it certainly wasn’t an activity encouraged for someone at risk for a heart attack. Now, however, health experts recommend strength training for everyone to improve overall health ...
Views: 1966(1 vote) - Does Whey Protein Helps In Weight Loss? - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2012 from Fadhrick PickasoThere have been many debates about whether whey protein is beneficial in reducing weight effectively. The whey protein as weight shed protein is obtained from milk resources. Followers of these products state that whey proteins are better than the protein add-ons and can assist the dieters in ...
Views: 1965 - A Low Impact 4 Minute Fat Loss Cardio Circuit - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2010 from Adam KesslerSo this article is about that 4 minute fat loss cardio circuit I discussed a few weeks ago. In case you missed it and the accompanying video I created, you can see it by going to my blog at http://fitnessplanning.blogspot.com. To refresh your memory, I was saying that this 4 minute fat ...
Views: 1964(4 votes) - Muay Thai for Self Defense - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2012 from Travis LutterMuay Thai also known as Thai boxing is an ancient form of self defense developed on the battlefields of ancient Thailand. Nowadays, Muay Thai is used all across the world. The powerful and devastating bone breaking techniques of this martial art are used by the Thai military, the United ...
Views: 1964 - Weight Loss and the Law of Attraction - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2006 from Aaron PottsDepending on the circles that you run in, you may or may not have heard about a very powerful force in your life that is called the Law of Attraction. It’s powers are literally limitless and utilizing those powers is absolutely free of charge! Who doesn’t want Unlimited Cosmic Power without ...
Views: 1962 - Stylish Yoga Tops A Beauty and Fitness Wear For Women - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2011 from Fushi Wellbeing Ltd Yoga ProductsThe demand for yoga clothes is growing rapidly as this Yoga becomes popular by the day. It’s all about finding comfort with style in good comfortable and organic fabrics. Everyone loves nice yoga wear and one in which you can traipse out of the studio feeling just as stylish. This is where ...
Views: 1960 - Taking Care Of Our Bodies - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2010 from Krystal KuehnJust imagine for a moment what life would be like if each individual on earth were allowed to own just one automobile per lifetime. Do you think you would be more motivated to take better care of your vehicle—getting routine tune-ups and oil changes, rotating tires, keeping it clean, and so ...
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