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- Water Aerobics Routines - Discover The Benefits Of Water Exercise - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2008 from Asad TufailWater aerobics routines are the best low impact resistance workouts. Everyone can benefit from these water exercises. Even if you can't swim, you can enjoy exercising in water. The thing I love about water exercises, I get such a great workout with minimal impact on my joints. A great advantage ...
Views: 1701 - DESIRE TRUMPS DISCIPLINE - Desire Inspired Discipline Will Carry You From Wishing To Fulfillment - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2014 from Fawn O'ConnorWant to make this year the year you finally keep your promises to yourself? The year you get and keep your weight where you've been wanting it for a long time? The year you stay with a great workout regimen? The year you actually make changes in your habits? The habits that have been keeping ...
Views: 1700 - 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: 1700 - Despite Obesity Epidemic, Children Opt Out of Gym Class - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Lyndsey LovingerIt is not news to us that the United States is suffering from an obesity epidemic, both in adults and children. What is shocking, however, is the fact that children are still not being encouraged to become more physically active. More specifically, students are being given the choice to ...
Views: 1698 - Walking for Fat Loss??? - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2003 from Jesse CannoneWith obesity and disease increasing dramatically, many fitness experts are recommending walking for weight loss and fitness. Some are even going so far as saying that walking is the best way to burn fat and lose weight. I strongly disagree with this and am going to show you why walking is NOT ...
Views: 1698(1 vote) - Exercise and Alzheimer’s Disease - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Jack SingerResearch recently reported in the Monitor on Psychology shows that aerobic exercise not only significantly improves health and wards off disease, but it also may prevent—and even reverse—cognitive (thinking) functions. New neurons and neuron connections develop, which favorably impact general ...
Views: 1697 - Why It’s Never Too Late To Start Exercise - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2014 from Richard ClarkeThe westernized world is pretty unhealthy. I come from Wales and more than a quarter of all over 40’s are obese. We are also an ageing nation, with around 45 per cent of us being over 45 years old. These figures, combined with the continued downward trend in activity levels, makes Wales a ...
Views: 1695(1 vote) - Arm Exercises for Women - by Submitted on May 23, 2009 from James JeffersonWomen with arm fat have a terrible thing to deal with. Arm fat is something many women aren't happy with many not wanting to look at it. It makes it very hard for women to be able to wear short sleeved shirts and feel comfortable in them. There are many practical ways to remove arm fat from ...
Views: 1694(1 vote) - How Many Meals a Day Should a Hardgainer Eat? - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Tim RyanIf you are reading this article then the chances are that you already know what a hardgainer is. However for those of you that do not then basically it is someone who finds it really difficult to put on weight: fat or muscle! Often this is put down to the fact that that person has a really fast ...
Views: 1693(1 vote) - ***5 Tips To Stay Fit While Traveling - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from Sean BarkerAfter a recent trip to Tampa, Florida attending fitness seminars for 5 days and hanging out with guys like Craig Ballantyne of Men’s Health magazine and fitness icon Shawn Phillips, I started to pick up on some of the secrets these guys use to stay in awesome shape even while traveling. 1. ...
Views: 1692(7 votes) - Protect Yourself from Training Injuries - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2012 from Jason BoydProtect yourself from Training Injuries with Preventive Care! Many people are injured on a daily basis while exercising and weight training, some more seriously than others. In order to keep this from happening to you a simple process is needed, and that is preventive care. This prevention ...
Views: 1692 - How To Start Pole Dancing At Home-Starting Pole Dancing - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2015 from Joan RiversHow to start pole dancing at home; Pole dancing for fitness is a great relaxation in and of itself, but what if you want to increase your dancing with another likely interest? There are a lot of activities you can do that work well with the sport, each with a different stress, depending on what ...
Views: 1690 - Top Abdominal Workouts to Shed Belly Fat - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2013 from Mike RuxThe vast majority of people want a tight, flat, toned stomach, oftentimes simply for looks and summer time swimsuit lounging. Yet outside of aesthetics, a strong core is one of the best ways to keep your body in shape and healthy well into your golden years. There are some workouts that ...
Views: 1690(2 votes) - 3 Steps To Starting A Fall Exercise Program - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2004 from Kathryn ONeillAh, the crisp cool breeze, the invigorating feel of the outdoors as the leaves start to turn colors, the sound of kids laughing on their way to school. Fall is the time for new beginnings. New classes, new curriculum, new programs, new start. You’ve relaxed over the summer and now you’re ...
Views: 1689 - How to have a satisfying bowel movement? - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2017 from Jems ForttInitially this was a topic many avoided to talk about. Nobody wanted to talk about poop but in this age of social media and oversharing, digestive health has never been trendier. When it comes to digestive issues, chronic constipation is one of the most commonly reported problems all over the ...
Views: 1689 - Waiting to Get Your Ducks in a Row? - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Richard ClarkeQuite a strange name for an article title a few of you may be thinking? For those of you that don’t know ‘Getting your ducks in a row’ basically means when someone wants to get all of the small details right – before proceeding with a new project, such as losing some weight. I think this ...
Views: 1688 - 14 Natural Fat Burning Foods – The ultimate secrets to weight loss REVEALED Part 1 - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2013 from ethan chongOkay, do you know how you can lose weight successfully? Well, to lose weight successfully, you must combine these two methods that complement each other which are nutrition and exercise. Countless people have been scammed by online websites selling magical weight loss pills that are proven NOT ...
Views: 1687 - Conquering Erection Problems - 7 Reasons it Might Not be Erectile Dysfunction after All - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2013 from John DuganErection problems are often seen as a problem for older men, but the truth is that men of any age can experience a less-than-stellar performance from time to time. While a bedroom flop might seem like a reason for panic, men who have only occasional bouts of erectile loss may want to look at ...
Views: 1687(1 vote) - Easy methods to Get Muscular - 5 Methods to Go From Skinny to Muscular Quickly - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Adams LoisUnderstanding the best way to get muscular is typically not as tough as it looks. However, many fluff and just plain old lies seem to circulate the majority of the magazines and practically just about every fitness center on the planet. This implies that for the average skinny guy (or ...
Views: 1686 - Fall and The Martial Arts - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Bruce HutchinsonWith the weather getting colder outside training for all but the hard core practitioners is coming to an end. Moving inside we are returning to limited space, at home you may find only a few feet to train in, and unless you have access to an open gym you might not find significant space to ...
Views: 1686(4 votes) - The Reality of The Biggest Loser - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Dr. Al Sears M.D.Imagine losing 34 pounds in a week. Or dropping 100 pounds in just seven weeks. Sound impossible? Believe it or not, these are actual results from NBC’s hit reality show, The Biggest Loser. No wonder the nation is captivated! But, as great as these results are… are they realistic? Do ...
Views: 1683(2 votes) - MEN, HERE ARE SOME SIGNS YOUR TESTOSTERONE MAY BE TOO LOW - by Submitted on May 08, 2019 from Nick FrankOne of the earliest signs of low-T (low testosterone), is usually a decreased sex drive; however, the effects of low testosterone do not end there. Testosterone plays a critical role in men's health in that the receptors for this male hormone can exist in the brain, blood vessels, and bones. As ...
Views: 1682(1 vote) - The Single Best Exercise You Can Do - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Richard ClarkeThe title of ‘Number One Exercise’ is a pretty big one but hopefully after reading this article you will only be able to agree with me. There are thousands of exercises you can do to give you great results but in my experience this exercise yields the BEST results. This exercise is the ...
Views: 1681(2 votes) - How To Lose Inches Off Your Waist –A Program For Getting Ripped Fast! - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from Helmut WeissmullerAs bathing suit weather quickly approaches, many have asked for a program on how to lose inches off your waist and get ripped fast. The following program covers key principles that will help you lose body fat, build muscle and increase your metabolism. Try it for 30 days, be vigilant in your ...
Views: 1678 - Certified Personal Trainer CT - 8 Creative Ways To Improve Your Workouts - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2013 from Marc OuelletteRegular workouts can often become boring and less effective as time passes. This article contains a few tips to help spice up your exercise regimen. 1. Try interval training. Interval training involves pushing yourself as hard as you can for a few minutes before returning to a slower pace ...
Views: 1677(1 vote) - How Exercise Affects Learning by Changing How Your Genes Are Expressed – Part 2 - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2011 from Bob ChoatEverything we do in life counts towards how are genes are being expressed. If we don’t take care of ourselves, then they will be expressed negatively. If we do certain things that are good for us, then the outcome will be better on a genetic level. BTW, how your genes are expressed can be ...
Views: 1676 - The best way to Produce an Ectomorph Mass Workout - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2012 from Adams LoisEctomorphs are recognized to have a very hard time gaining weight and although this may seem like a great factor, it can generally be really annoying for all those who need to make muscle. A woman who’s an ectomorph will generally be looked at as “lucky” due to the lean figure that they have but ...
Views: 1674 - Safe Cycling Saves Brains and Lives - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Lisa SiegleBicycling is a great way to get around; it’s good exercise, it’s fun, and it allows kids to be independent. But biking causes more traumatic brain injuries than any other sport and each day a child in the United States dies of bicycle-related injuries. Education is the key to safety. Kids ...
Views: 1673(2 votes) - The Health Benefits of Garlic - by Submitted on May 10, 2012 from Rosemary PriceThe health benefits of garlic... Please remember that even if the shop or provider is absolutely certain of the benefits the herb or supplement can give you they are not allowed by law to state it as a fact. They have to say something like "may reduce cholesterol". The main advantage seen ...
Views: 1673 - Three Tips for Long Term Fat Loss - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2013 from Joshua HewettThe main fitness goal I hear from my clients is “fat loss”. Reducing body fat and looking leaner is a common goal for both serious athletes and the general fitness enthusiast. Because of this, fat loss has become a huge industry in North America, with new fad diets, weight loss plans, abdominal ...
Views: 1673(2 votes) - Caring for the Penis - A User's Guide for Men of All Ages - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2013 from John DuganWhile most guys are relatively familiar with their penis as far as how it responds to various types of stimuli - whether pain or pleasure - it is less common for men to have a good idea about how to give it the appropriate care to ensure that it stays healthy, vigorous and responsive. This is ...
Views: 1672 - Exercises For Your Bulging Disc - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2012 from Dr. Michael L. HallA generation ago it was expected that you would spend your golden years in a rocking chair on the porch. Now we demand more. Half of your friends, family, and co-workers are telling you to do less. If it hurts to sit, then you should sit less. If it hurts to stand or walk, then you should ...
Views: 1672 - Aerobics - How To Succeed 4 - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2009 from Peter RadfordAerobic Exercise Continued "Aerobics" is another form of aerobic exercise. Such classes incorporate rapid stepping patterns, performed to music with guidance provided by an instructor. Dr Cooper was an authority in ways of improving fitness. Some of these ideas were used to further the ...
Views: 1671(3 votes) - Powerful Bodybuilding Tip That Builds Muscle - by Submitted on May 02, 2006 from Jim O'ConnorIf there is one surefire bodybuilding tip that I can share with you, which will skyrocket your muscle building efforts, it is rest. Now you say rest. Yes, I am saying rest, don't workout. This may be way against the grain of your logical thinking, but according to sound physiology, it is right ...
Views: 1671 - From Healing Better to Playing Better: A New Way to Achieve Peak Performance - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2010 from Doug De VitoHave you noticed a shift going on here on the planet? Have you noticed a shift going on in your own life? Look around. It seems that we are all experiencing a tremendously powerful shift on the planet, one that is affecting everything from the weather to our socioeconomic systems and of course, ...
Views: 1668(1 vote) - Stagnant Life Stagnant Health - by Submitted on May 08, 2011 from odette worrellWe all know that moving the body is a surefire way to stay fit. Those with healthy leanings have learned to build in a good workout or exercise of some form if we hold jobs that involve long periods of sitting. For those of you, like myself, who have made a practice of this, pay close ...
Views: 1668 - Want to Achieve the Biggest Weight Loss? Then Use Phenocal - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2016 from Sara BistonIf you are looking for a perfect way to lose weight without jeopardizing your health, then I am sure you will benefit from my story. Let’s face it, we all want to look our best and have that perfect shape which includes ability to fit into dress you have bought a few years ago or in those jeans ...
Views: 1667(1 vote) - What Is The Best Ab Machine for Home - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2012 from Dheen DinAb machine are advertised as being more effective than traditional ab exercises in order to help you to focus your efforts on your abdominal muscles and make sure you have the best form while working out. Each model out there has its own benefits and drawbacks. By legitimate research and ...
Views: 1667 - How to Commit to Regular Exercise For Good And Enjoy It! - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2009 from Lara WilliamsIdentify Your Personal Vision for Being Fit So you’ve decided to commit to regular exercise. How come? Your answer to this question is a key to your success. If you were to get exactly what you wanted out of keeping your body moving on a regular basis, what might that be? A healthier ...
Views: 1666(5 votes) - Top Workout Tips to Lose Twenty Pounds in Ten Weeks - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2010 from Bob Weinstein, Lt. Colonel, U.S. Army, RetiredFor those looking for a realistic ten week combined weight loss and workout program, Lt. Col. Bob Weinstein, USAR-Retired, fitness book camp instructor and author who has been featured on the History Channel, has put together his top tips to realistically lose twenty pounds in ten weeks. The ...
Views: 1666(3 votes) - Developing Muscle - The best way to Bulk Up Fast - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Adams LoisFast muscle bulking requires a load of ingenuity mixed having a alter in workout habits and diet regime. Genetic composition plays a role in your physique sort but even having a slightly resistant genetic makeup, you can explode your muscles in a brief time frame. Rapid bulking is valuable for ...
Views: 1665 - Pole Dance Moves List-Beginner Pole Dancing-Pole Dancing Basics - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2015 from Joan RiversPole dance moves list; While reading the articles and pole dancing class descriptions, it may sound like this is something similar to what happens in strip clubs, but actually there are several key differences. Beginner pole dancing; First, there are no men in the classes. In fact, in most ...
Views: 1665 - Strength Training-How Much Weight Should I Use? - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2008 from David KrainiakProper weight selection is an often overlooked variable in most people's fitness routines. Some well intentioned exercise enthusiasts crank through exercise after exercise without sufficiently challenging their muscles. Others are too aggressive in their weight selection, or they use too much ...
Views: 1664 - 8 Healthy, Pre-Packaged Snacks Perfect for Losing Weight or Building Muscle - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Mike MatthewsQuick, healthy, and tasty snacks are an easy and enjoyable way to meet your dietary numbers every day. We all wish we could always have fresh, delicious, low-calorie foods within arm’s reach…but that’s just not the case. Packing fresh foods and transporting them around every day is a hassle, ...
Views: 1663 - Best Body Building Supplements - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2012 from Todd TurnerBody Building Supplements plays an important role to ignite your workouts and increase your muscle mass. Moreover, if you are a hardcore body builder, then along with training you need to take these supplements. Markets are flooded with these kinds of body building supplements; you need to ...
Views: 1660 - 5 Nagging Exercise Pains You'll Want to Get Checked Out - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2015 from Anica OaksEveryone needs to exercise frequently. It keeps our energy up and weight down, helps us sleep, and improves our moods. However, sometimes exercise can cause pain beyond normal soreness. Here are a few sources of exercise pain you should have your doctor examine should they ...
Views: 1654 - An Introduction To One Rep Max As A Strength Training Test - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2013 from Jonathan washingtonOne repetition Maximum, popularly known as 1-rep max is a measure of strength used in physical wellness programs and sports like weightlifting and power lifting. More accurately it is the heaviest weight you can lift at a go in an exercise. It is an essential component of many strength training ...
Views: 1654 - My First Job - Wow! - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2012 from Hal WechslerMy First Job Was a Pisser 1. I just hit age 16, went to the NYC Education Dept. and got my Working-Papers. 2. I got $35 in birthday gifts, and paid $25.50 for a used Schwinn bike. 3. Western Union on Pitkin Avenue hired me, (after-school) to deliver telegrams by bike. 4. It happened after ...
Views: 1653 - What Exactly Are The Core Muscles? - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Jaks LloydThe torso, the largest part of the body, contains the core muscles. Most people think of the abdomen when they hear the words core muscles but they’re more than just the abs although, certainly, the abdominal muscles are a large part of core muscles. Muscles like the rectus ...
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