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- Benefits of Regular Physical Activity by Odeta Stuikys Rose - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2018 from Odeta Stuikys RoseExercise means any physical activity that makes your muscles work and requires your body to burn calories. Exercise is very important for a healthy lifestyle. Regular exercise manage your weight and reduce risk of developing diseases like heart disease, lung disease and many others, ...
Views: 2128(81 votes) - How Healthy Lifestyle Can Reduce Dementia Risk? | Odeta Stuikys Rose - by Submitted on May 24, 2019 from Odeta Stuikys RoseDementia (also known as neurocognitive disorder) is a group of symptoms caused by disorders affecting the brain. Dementia affects person’s ability to perform daily tasks due to dementia people face many problems like memory loss, low thinking process, problem in speaking, low learning ...
Views: 464(13 votes) - Triceps and Biceps: Top Five Upper Body Exercises Using the Resistance Band or Tube - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2010 from Bob Weinstein, Lt. Colonel, U.S. Army, RetiredTriceps and Biceps: Top Five Upper Body Exercises Using the Resistance Band or Tube For an investment of about $10, you can be the proud owner of a piece of exercise equipment that will give you all the strength training you need for daily life. These five basic exercises are foundational and ...
Views: 3860(6 votes) - ***Is your brain sabotaging your weight loss? Get it in shape first. - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Erin McClellandLike so many people, I bet you have a vacation, reunion or wedding to slim up for. And just like every other year, you will map out a diet and exercise plan complete with visualizations of the many jealous onlookers noticing your toned physique as you jog down the beach in a Baywatch montage, ...
Views: 4254(5 votes) - 7 Easy Ways to Go from Belly Fat to Belly Flat - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2010 from Brendan McCarthyIt must have been written in the 'Manly Man's Manual to Manliness' that having a flat stomach was an essential when it referred to 'The Perfect Man'. Well if this has always evaded you, then you may well be doing a few things that stop you from ever getting there. Here are 7 easy steps that will ...
Views: 2381(5 votes) - Lose Weight Using Affirmations - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2015 from Danielle PierreBefore I begin talking about affirmations and how to use them to assist you in your weight loss journey, I want to briefly discuss mindset. It is important that you think about this journey as a lifestyle change, not self deprivation. If you view the effort to lose weight as a “diet” or as ...
Views: 1109(5 votes) - 5 EXCUSES NOT TO EXERCISE AND HOW TO NIP THEM IN THE BUD! - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2010 from Anna AparicioDo you know anyone who makes excuses for why they can’t exercise? Maybe you have been making excuses… According to research published in 2009 by the department of health, 61 % of the Irish population is overweight or obese. The ratio is 29% obese to 32% overweight. That’s a whole lot of ...
Views: 2997(4 votes) - 6 Reasons You Should Exercise - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2015 from Danielle PierreWe all know that the direct path to a strong, healthy and lean body is eating right and exercising. If you don’t know this yet – surprise! So, if most of us know how beneficial regular exercise is, why are so many of us still not doing it? Well for one it takes time and energy that we often ...
Views: 1381(4 votes) - Die-ting Tips Gone Wrong - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2012 from Cory CouillardLet's learn to take the die out of dieting. Diet and nutritional advice is one of the most common questions that we see in clinical practice. It is apparent that people get continuously misled when it comes to advice to lose weight, restore health and prevent disease. The usual culprit of the ...
Views: 2233(4 votes) - How to Live a Long Healthy Life - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Susan LiddyWant to know a surefire way to increase your chances of living a long and healthy life? Exercise! Making excuses and procrastinating won’t prolong your life or get you off the hook from taking good care of yourself. Here is an empowering motto: Do TODAY what you can do tomorrow. Here are 7 ...
Views: 1156(4 votes) - Simple Fat Burning Tips, BUT - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2010 from Renee Barnes-OrozcoThere are many simple fat burning tips to help you get your six pack abs, but what works for you? Each person is different and hopefully these simple tips will help you to get your six pack abs more easily when you exercise and help you feel better about yourself too. STAY MOTIVATED Never ...
Views: 891(4 votes) - War-Game Your Health - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2010 from Bob Weinstein, Lt. Colonel, U.S. Army, RetiredWar-Game Your Health War-gaming is a technique used to visualize the battlefield before going to battle. Several courses of action are then developed and played through to the end to assess what the probable outcome would be. This allows the commander and his staff to further refine a course ...
Views: 2029(4 votes) - 6 Habits That Can Add Years To Your Life and Other Hot Health Stories for the Week - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2011 from Sam EtkinHere are the top 5 health news stories for the week. * 6 Habits That Can Add Years To Your Life * Steven Spielberg has recently made his case for "Super 8." In the spirit of less-is-more, I make mine for Super 6: the list of six factors most likely to add years to our lives, and life to ...
Views: 2622(3 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) - 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) - Help With Stress Relief - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2010 from Dale MillerMany of us are now busier than ever with an ever expanding list of to-do’s that seems never to get any shorter. Commitments to work, school, family, partners, friends and extra-curricular activities can at times become overwhelming. When this happens, the joy we might have previously taken in ...
Views: 2129(3 votes) - Maintaining Your Post Diet Weight - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Dale MillerSo after months and months of hard work you’ve finally reached your weight loss goals. The work should be over now right? Wrong. Post diet maintenance can be just as challenging. Even while you don’t need to sacrifice to the same extent as you did during the diet phase, you will nevertheless ...
Views: 5273(3 votes) - Maximize Workouts At Home By Setting Up Your Own Custom Gym - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2011 from Richard GorhamBy creating the right environment, you can make workouts at home fun and rewarding while enjoying all the benefits of having your own personal gym. Everyone agrees that exercising and taking care of our health is important. It makes us feel better, look better, increases self-esteem, improves ...
Views: 1761(3 votes) - Six Tips to Control Portion Sizes - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2010 from Bob Weinstein, Lt. Colonel, U.S. Army, RetiredSix Tips to Help You Control Your Portions to Eat Healthy "Most people spend more time and energy going around problems than in trying to solve them." -- Henry Ford I sat down to a plate of pasta and vegetables the other day. The plate was over 10 inches in diameter, lots of room for ...
Views: 1523(3 votes) - Stress Relief While You are Working - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2010 from Bandarchuk AliaksandrStress Relief While You are Working The place where most people feel stressed is at work.No matter what your job might be, a job involves a number of responsibilities, dealing with other people, and often navigating office politics - all at the same time. It's really not surprising that ...
Views: 525(3 votes) - The New Discovery and Truth Behind Getting Six-Pack Abs - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2010 from corey johnsonHave you wasted your money on products you though would help you lose your stomach and give you flat abs? What if i told you there was an actually solution that was way cheaper (almost free)? What if I told you it wasn't any bogus diet or fat burning pills, you didn't have to do any tiring sit ...
Views: 1236(3 votes) - Time To Change It Up When You Hit The Dreaded Six Pack Abs Workout Plateau! - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Renee Barnes-OrozcoIt’s time to change it up when you hit the dreaded six pack abs workout plateau. Your six pack abs workout program was working - humming along – losing weight – great results. Then you see a couple of pounds creeping up even though you’ve been faithful to the routine! Sounds like you’ve hit ...
Views: 1175(3 votes) - Why Should You Consider Becoming Certified Personal Trainer? - by Becoming certified personal trainer-2 times
Some specific training skills are given to individuals willing to be trained in fitness and personal training. As people are getting more and more conscious of their heath and body fitness they look for a quality fitness trainer who can get them ...
Views: 933(3 votes) - 10 Practical Tips to Help You Lose Weight - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2015 from Danielle PierreWith all of the information out there, I’m pretty sure you have a decent idea about what needs to be done in order to lose weight. Bottom line? Eat healthy foods and exercise. This sounds simple enough, but for many people it’s a struggle. The struggle most people face isn’t in knowing what ...
Views: 1181(5 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: 2530(5 votes) - Facial Exercises Rejuvenate the Muscles of the Face and Neck - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2010 from Carolyn CleavesOkay. I admit it. I am a “research junkie”. I know. I know. I’ve been “doing” and teaching facial exercises for well over a decade …. and ….. I’ve found lots of “scientific” evidence for how and why facial exercises work so well besides the obvious results. That is anyone performing a ...
Views: 3031(5 votes) - Gearing up for a Walking Routine - by Submitted on May 26, 2010 from Dale MillerWhenever you start to ramp up your exercise program you risk injury. If you don’t take the proper precautions, you may find yourself laid up in bed rather than pumping it up at the gym. Even if you’re merely increasing the pace of your usual walking routine, you can do damage to your muscles. ...
Views: 2726(5 votes) - How to Do 36,500 Pushups Starting Right Now! - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Thomas AndersonOkay, so the world record for nonstop pushups is 10,507 so I'm not going to show you how to do them all at once. But I am going to show you how to squeeze in 36,500 pushups this year without even going to the gym a single time. In fact you can do more if you want, and even make it 100,000 + ...
Views: 2031(5 votes) - My Personal Secrets for Eliminating a Double Chin - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2010 from Andrew HunterAre you sick and tired with having a double chin? Think about how much more at ease you would feel if you no longer needed to worry about getting your photograph taken or positioning your head at the appropriate angle to minimize the problem. This article is going to discuss a couple of ...
Views: 3581(5 votes) - Yoga - Can It Benefit You? - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2011 from Janelle AlexDoing the postures can help one gain physical flexibility and strength. There is a connection between our bodies, our minds, and our spirits. The more flexible and strong the body is the more flexible and strong your mind and spirit can be. Going through yoga postures helps massage and ...
Views: 1031(5 votes) - Going Through a Difficult Divorce? - by Submitted on May 03, 2012 from Lance ClaeryGoing through a difficult divorce? Disagreeing with your ex about child custody and visitation? Dealing with domestic violence? Ending a domestic partnership? Fighting over child support or spousal support? If you are going through any type of family law litigation, you may feel stressed, ...
Views: 3435(9 votes) - ***Is It Important to you to be Healthy? - by Submitted on Dec 24, 2009 from Margaret PaulHow important is your physical health to you? Of course, most people will say that they really want to be healthy, but what are you willing to DO to be healthy? And what are you willing to NOT DO to be healthy? In other words, what is more important to you than being healthy?Is more ...
Views: 5836(4 votes) - ***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: 2589(2 votes) - ***The Five Most Important Questions to Ask When Choosing a Weight Loss Program - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2012 from Dr. Dirk KanciliaLosing weight today in this society is one of the hardest things you are ever going to try and accomplish, especially given all the choices of dietary plans, weight loss pills, quick weight loss remedies, nutrition recommendations, let alone food sources and fast food markets that are throwing ...
Views: 3939(2 votes) - 3 Powerful Weight Loss Exercises Anyone Can Do - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Dingane .Do you love exercise? If you are overweight then the answer is probably no. Whether you like it or not, the simple fact is that exercise is the number one way to start losing weight. Even if your diet is less than perfect, a regular exercise routine can help you burn more calories, improve your ...
Views: 1787(2 votes) - Activity and Our Well-Being - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2011 from Karen KleinwortWhat do these people have in common? ~A three-year-old girl running awkwardly to her mother across the lawn while smiling. ~A housewife, age 43, trotting in the park with her colorful running shoes. ~A skinny boy of 15 trying to keep up with the pack in a cross-country race, hoping to be ...
Views: 2285(2 votes) - Apple Cider Vinegar Weight Loss - Best Way To Loss Weight - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from David MillerWhat is apple company cider vinegar? Allow apple juice to ferment and also you get an alcoholic "hard" cider. This may be completed in below what a week simply by leaving fresh apple juice on your kitchen counter to spontaneously ferment. Leave the fermented apple company cider on the counter ...
Views: 948(2 votes) - Apple Cider Vinegar Weight Loss Get Quick and Easy Weight Loss - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from David MillerThe essential issue that is common among these fad diets is the guarantee that you will lose weight the fastest way possible if you follow their meal plan. Apple cider vinegar weight loss is a product for easy and simple weight loss that will astonishingly answer all your weight loss ...
Views: 1182(2 votes) - BACK PAIN - LOWER BACK PAIN PREVENTING INJURY STRATEGIES - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2010 from JerDon and Sara GibbsIt is widely known that there is a wealth of information available regarding back pain. But how do you prevent lower back pain? It could be significantly reduced if the general public took some basic steps in trying to prevent this condition from occurring. Obviously diseases and ...
Views: 1552(2 votes) - Benefits Of Using Digital Blood Pressure Monitors - by Submitted on May 31, 2019 from Luca TodaniThere are two classifications of circulatory strain screens accessible in the market – aneroid and computerized. The two kinds have their very own upsides and downsides, we comprehend that it very well may be astounding for you to choose which one to purchase. Give us a chance to analyze their ...
Views: 402(2 votes) - Benefits of Walking Sticks for Hiking - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Tristan BenetteThe terms canes and walking sticks are often used interchangeably. Canes are used for rehabilitation purposes. They are designed for people with physical injuries or walking disabilities. On the other hand, walking sticks are used to aid people in hiking. They provide balance and ease of walking ...
Views: 1373(2 votes) - Burning Away Your Love Handles And Post Pregnancy Weight! - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2013 from Alvin ChuaIf you do not know what love handles are, they are a nickname for fat deposits on the sides of your waist and your back. For most new moms, adding more fats to this area after a pregnancy is very normal. But luckily for you, you can get rid of pregnancy weight and love handles with a few changes ...
Views: 5442(2 votes) - Can You Achieve Fast Effective Weight Loss? - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2010 from Michelle LutzCan you really achieve fast effective weight loss? Well if you like to watch shows like the Biggest Loser you can appreciate that fast weight loss is viable, but it takes tons of challenging work and dedication. If you are trying to lose weight, then in the beginning you need to understand ...
Views: 842(4 votes) - Certified Fitness Trainer - Are You are Truly Satisfied with Your Current Level of Fitness? - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2013 from Marc OuelletteAre you wondering if you are as healthy as you could be? Have you been considering that you may need to modify your lifestyle to be healthier? This guide has some simple questions to help you determine where you should focus your efforts. Have you recently had a physical examination by a ...
Views: 1566(2 votes) - Chest Diseases - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2013 from adair flemingChest Diseases Chest is the Part of Human Body between Neck and the abdomen enclosed by Ribs. Chest Is Most important part of body after head because of heart, Lungs and stomach these Organs are found in chest area. Stomach primary work is digest human foods, Heart circulate the blood in all ...
Views: 1518(2 votes) - Do You Know What Is The Quickest Way to Lose Weight? - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2015 from Daniel WhiteThere is no shortcut or magic pill that can give you a slimmer body in less than a week. However, the quickest way to lose weight involves determination, clear set of goals, discipline, and the right techniques proven to give you evident results. You also need to make some tweaks to your ...
Views: 866(2 votes) - Emotional Eating – Major Reason Behind Obesity - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2010 from Greg WintersThe habit of eating even if someone is not at all hungry is known as emotional eating. People eat emotionally when they are stressed, feeling anxiety or boredom. People prefer eating something in order to avoid boredom or to distract them from stress or anxiety feeling. They certainly get relief ...
Views: 797(2 votes) - Faticide? You Decide! - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2010 from Gary S. GrossmanWellness might be catching on. Maybe? Even the fast food industry is paying attention. They used to sell value for your dollar. Cheap, Fat, Sugared and Salted foods, engineered to ...
Views: 754(2 votes) - Fitness Training For A Perfect Health - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2010 from Armil VelosPhysical fitness is the condition of the body when it's in the state of perfect health. Staying physically fit is so essential to remain alert not only physically but as well as mentally. This will eject body diseases that normally surface when the body ages. Fitness training programs are ...
Views: 674(2 votes) - Five Days Workout Plan to Obtain Slim Physique - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from Matthew JohnsonIf you do a search in the Internet for some of the best workout plans that you can follow in order to lose weight, you’ll certainly encounter workout plans that were made solely for men and only a few of these are for women. So if you are in search for the best workout plans that were made ...
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