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- Fun Run: What is Your Ideal 5K? - by Submitted on May 20, 2016 from Evan Borneman(can also be viewed with graphics at https://isolatorfitness.com/blog/fun-run-what-is-your-ideal-5k/) So you’ve decided that you’re going to participate in a 5k fun run this year. Good for you! The only thing left to figure out is what kind of race fits you best, so that you can be sure to ...
Views: 1664 - Achieving Optimal Workout Recovery - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2008 from Yuri ElkaimThe human body operates most efficiently when it is in balance, or has achieved a state known as homeostasis. As such, optimal recovery means that all body systems have returned to the state they were in before exercise (homeostasis). However, for most avid exercisers, recovery is a limiting ...
Views: 1662 - Approaching Fitness - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2017 from Kalyna KapurFor most individuals finding the right approach to fitness and weight loss can be very difficult. Honestly there are many methods out there that are tricky to some extent because they are advertised to be more efficient than they truly are. In this article, we will talk about some popular and ...
Views: 1662(1 vote) - Top 10 Fitness Gadgets - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoIf you love working out, you probably have thought about purchasing or have purchased some type of fitness gadget. These great items can provide useful information regarding a workout, a source of musical inspiration and heart pumping beats or even an innovative new way to challenge your body. ...
Views: 1662 - Body Types - Do You Like How You Look? - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2010 from Bob Weinstein, Lt. Colonel, U.S. Army, RetiredBody Types - Do You Like How You Look? CAN YOU MORPH INTO A DIFFERENT BODY TYPE? Did you know that there are three different body types? All of us fit into one of these types, or we may have elements of several. They are: Endomorph is a heavy body with a soft and rounded shape. ...
Views: 1661(6 votes) - Penis Care Tips - Prevent Penile Ailments with Acetyl L Carnitine - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2013 from John DuganThe physical working of one’s penis is a question most men do not stop to ponder. As long as it looks normal, feels normal and acts normal, a man generally accepts that his penis is doing just fine. While this attitude may be acceptable for some parts of the body, given the importance of a ...
Views: 1661(1 vote) - 4 Wacky Treadmill Innovations -- Will They Catch On? - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2008 from K. UrbanThere are a lot of cool — and downright wacky — treadmill innovations coming out these days. We decided to take a minute to look at four of them: the anti gravity treadmill, underwater treadmill, treadmill desk, and the treadmill bed. Anti-Gravity Treadmill Hands down, the ...
Views: 1660 - Best Exercises to Lose Belly Fat - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2009 from Glenn PrescotThose that want to strengthen their midsection and shape their core will find lots of stomach exercises out there. This fact can be either a curse or a blessing. How do you know which routines and exercises are the best with so many available? According to fitness expert recommendations, I offer ...
Views: 1658(3 votes) - Hot Celebrity Bodies - Hоw Yоu Cаn Hаvе One? - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2012 from Asyraf AzizIf уоu lооk аt аnу magazine cover, you'll find а celebrity wіth а wonderful body, bе іt Brad Pitt, Britney Spears, Angelina Jolie, Jessica Biel, Justin Timberlake, Hugh Jackman, etc... Hоw wіll thеу dо it? Wе tаkе іt fоr granted thаt thеу lооk amazing, but dо nоt realize thе quantity оf work ...
Views: 1658 - Hip Flexor Pain After Running - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2020 from Nabil AhsanKeeping your hip flexor muscles healthy is vital if you want to do your everyday tasks, activities, and sports efficiently. However, sometimes hip flexor pain can occur and it can ruin your daily routine and cause serious health and movement problems. Runners, mountain bikers, skiers, Aspen ...
Views: 1657 - Starting Out- A look into Women’s fitness and Lifestyle Changes - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Tammy AndreottiA big lifestyle change is hard at the best of times. Moms trying to fit in workouts and new food menus and still getting the kids all ready for school can be a bit overwhelming. Believe me, I’ve been there. But you've gotta start somewhere. And if you can get to the other side of the hump, you ...
Views: 1656 - 10,000 Steps to Good Health - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2021 from John ChenEveryone wants their health to be good but not everyone has enough time to get in proper work outs and make sure this is possible. This is one of the reasons that the ten thousand step method has become famous. The idea is that you take at least ten thousand steps each day (walking) and that can ...
Views: 1655(3 votes) - ***Awesome Abs for Fit Fathers - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2010 from Sean BarkerWith Father's Day just around the corner the best gift you can give yourself as a busy dad is a set of rock hard abs. ...and it's not to just look good at the beach with your family this summer. It's also nice to be the fittest dad at your kid's soccer practice who can actually join them ...
Views: 1654(1 vote) - Benefits Of Strength Training With A Personal Trainer - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2013 from Marc OuelletteThere are times in your life that you might want to have the help of a personal trainer, and doing strength training exercises is certainly one of those times. This is a situation in which a personal trainer can really help you get the most out of your fitness goals and can really help you ...
Views: 1653 - Useful Tips About Golf Swing Basics - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2012 from paul empeyGolf is one of the most popular sports. It is very easy to pick up and can be learned in minutes but will take you years to master. If you want to be good at this sport, golf swing basics is something you must learn because your stroke can make or break your game. Keeping in mind these tips ...
Views: 1653 - "7" Effective Exercises For Every Teen's Fitness Transformation! - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2010 from Matthew FlintonI am glad I have an opportunity to share with you an outline of effective exercises any and all teens should begin to utilize in their own lives. I recognize not every person has access to a commercial fitness gym or access to high dollar equipment so I have created a list of exercises that ...
Views: 1652(2 votes) - Physical Therapy is Essential to Preventative Health-Care - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2011 from Kevin McGovernHow Physical Therapy is fast-becoming known for annual check-ups to maintain good health and lower the cost of personal health-care. The title of this article may come as a surprise to most people since statistics point to the fact that most think physical therapy is solely about ...
Views: 1652(1 vote) - Fantasy Football - Probably the most populer online recreation - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2012 from Edward DowdellIn fantasy football, men and women deal with professional gamers in an interactive digital levels of competition. In those people competitions, individuals act as digital administrators of football workforce. Every one of the players are from Countrywide football league. To be a manager, our ...
Views: 1651 - What to Look For in a Great Martial Arts Coach Or Instructor - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2010 from Lanjul StocksIf you're looking for pointers to find an amazing martial arts instructor, then you will want to read this article. We are going to cover the instructors knowledge, their own training, development and also if they have conditioning too. Ok when on the hunt for a great martial arts coach you ...
Views: 1650(2 votes) - Workout With Success Using Super Sets Exercise Routines - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2013 from Jonathan washingtonEveryone who sets out on an exercise program has a specific goal in mind, but in general it has to do with improving their physiology. Naturally, along with the increase in health, vigor and performance, it does not hurt if in the process the body image improves substantially. For beginners or ...
Views: 1650 - Benifits of Stem Cell Supplements - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2012 from vikas guptaStem cells are the master cells of the human body.Adult stem cells can differentiate and it is scientifically proven these cells are capable of facilitating many of the body's natural repair processes. They are the matrix from which every organ and tissue in our body is created. It is important ...
Views: 1648 - 3 Ways to Make Your Muscles Suffer - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Richard ClarkeWe all know that in order to make physically improvements we need to train outside of our comfort zone. If you did the same session day in day out your body will eventually get used to it and it would become easy and lose its benefits, you may have improved leading up to this point but without ...
Views: 1648 - Be Aware Of Diseases Like Tinea Pedis, Manum, Cruris, Corporis and Capitis-Skin Disorders - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2008 from David JonesDiagnostic Hallmarks DistJibution: varies with the type of fungal infection KOH preparations and fungal cultures Clinical Presentation The clinical appearance of these diseases depends to a very large extent on the location of the disease. KOH preparations and/ or culture is recommended for ...
Views: 1648 - Good Exercising Tips: Work Smart, Not Hard - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2009 from Allison FoskettIt’s important to have good exercising tips. While many people practice strength training, few realize that it is one of the most effective ways to increase your metabolism. This is big news for those trying to lose weight – why? Because your metabolism is the rate at which you ...
Views: 1648 - The True Benefits of Pilates - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from sarah labdarPilates is a form of physical fitness that has had a resurgence over the past decade. Joseph Pilates of Germany originally developed Pilates in the early 20th century. Described as ‘contrology’, Pilates is similar to corrective exercise or medical gymnastics where the mind controls muscle ...
Views: 1648(1 vote) - PoleWalking: Walk with Attitude, Walk Young, Help Alleviate Back Pain & Improve Posture - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2011 from jayah paleyPeople with back pain were once told – Go to Bed! Now physicians and therapists often say – Take a walk! But do these wellness professionals intend for you to walk with your spine rigid ??? You might as well go to bed. No, they envision the natural movement pattern of the spine. Yet, ...
Views: 1646(1 vote) - The Importance of Lower Body Fitness - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from sarah labdarAre you looking to tone your legs? Does your lower body pail in comparison to your upper body? Are you off balanced due to an unstable lower body? Then it’s time that you start a lower body workout routine. Toning the lower body is vital to supporting the rest of your torso, upper body and head. ...
Views: 1646(1 vote) - How To Lose Tummy Fat Fast - by Submitted on May 12, 2012 from Andre SimonA lot of people desire to look slender and sexy, at the same time, to have a firm and flat abdomen. However, there is no easy way to lose tummy fat fast. Regardless of how many crunches one does, it won’t really mean a straightforward solution on how a person can effectively lose tummy fat in a ...
Views: 1645 - How You Can Be a Success in Weight Reduction - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2012 from Michael WilliamsDo you really need to know how to be successful in weight loss? Can you achieve your target weight loss goals through sheer motivation and will power? I’d love to answer yes to this except it is bound to take a lot more than this to sustain you on the right track to learning how to be successful ...
Views: 1645 - Personal Training In CT - How To Find Time To Get In Shape While Working Full-Time - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2013 from Marc OuelletteMost people know how important exercise is to a healthy lifestyle. By exercising regularly, you can lose excess weight, tone muscles and defeat depression. However, if you work 40 or more hours a week, finding time to exercise can be challenging. If you want to exercise more regularly, the ...
Views: 1645 - Stay Healthy and Fit While Working From Home - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2004 from Kathy SparksYou are probably saying...yuck, I've heard all of this stuff before. What really prompted me to discuss this topic is a program I saw recently on PBS: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/diet/basics/ It was about diet wars and the "shape of America." Shame on us! Check out this ...
Views: 1645 - 6 Ways to Naturally Boost Your Testosterone Production - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2013 from Mike MatthewsBoosting your testosterone levels is one of the easiest ways to get bigger, leaner, and stronger. That’s why millions of guy take dangerous steroids, and millions more buy products that claim to be able to boost testosterone naturally (but do very little, in reality). So, are there ...
Views: 1644 - Private Fitness Trainer – I Have My First Home Gym - So What Now? - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2012 from Marc OuelletteIf you have your modest equipment set up or a full-blown exercise room, but don’t know where to start here are a few tips to help you. It is wise to consult a doctor to get cleared to exercise and advice on healthy eating. Most people don’t understand how important this first step is, ...
Views: 1644 - Aerobics - How To Succeed 5 - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2009 from Peter RadfordAerobic Capacity Concluded The extent to which exercise can influence or even improve aerobic capacity is reflected in extreme variability across the human population. Studies have shown that the average response, as a result of training, is of the order of a 17% increase in VO2max. ...
Views: 1643(3 votes) - Can a Personal Trainer Help You Get Fit without Leaving Home? - by Submitted on May 12, 2013 from Brendan WildeIt's an old story. You join a gym, go two or three times, then lose your enthusiasm. Not only do you feel like a failure, but you've thrown money down the drain. For all the gym memberships sold each year, there are few success stories. That may be why in-home personal training is on the ...
Views: 1642 - Can Exercise be Dangerous, Healthy or Help Lose Weight? - by Submitted on Dec 24, 2012 from Martin EisenExcellent physical condition is not equivalent to good health. Arnold Schwarzenegger needed to have a heart valve replaced. Jean-Claude Van Damme, a famous martial arts actor, suffers from a hearing loss. Chronic training for and competing in extreme endurance events such as marathons, ...
Views: 1642 - “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: 1642 - Is It Worth Paying For Fake Abs Just Like Darryn Lyons? - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from James WoolleyHere In The UK there has been a lot of publicity about the new six pack surgery. This is because Darryn Lyons, a celebrity contestant in the Big Brother house, whipped off his top to reveal a perfect looking set of abs. Nothing unusual about that, although in this case he freely admitted they ...
Views: 1641 - Why Use a Balance Board? - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2012 from Moutassem HammourThe balance board is a fitness piece of equipment that offers a fun way to train your balance. It also improves your motor coordination skills, and it strengthens your core. It has also shown to calm and relax the person after a session. It was originally created for skiers and surfers so ...
Views: 1641 - Four Reasons To Consider Consulting With A Personal Trainer - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2013 from Shannon ClarkAfter making the decision to get started on a new workout program, one thing that you may want to start to consider doing is consulting with a personal trainer to help get you going. Many people are fast to think that they’ll just go about the process alone, finding some random program they’ve ...
Views: 1640 - 7 Ways to Improve Your Health & Wellbeing - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from TJ Stoops7 Ways to Improve Your Health & Wellbeing Taking steps to improve your health and wellbeing will improve your quality of life dramatically. It’s never too late to improve your health and there are so many things you can implement into your lifestyle that will give you great ...
Views: 1639 - Reduced Penis Sensitivity - Why the Pleasure May not be Gone for Good - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2013 from John DuganWhen sexual stimulation, whether performed solo or with a partner, does not feel as powerful and pleasurable as it should, this could be linked to a decrease in penis sensitivity. Here are some reasons for a lack of penis sensitivity, as well as tips on how to regain it. As an added benefit to ...
Views: 1639 - Burn More Calories In 3 Steps - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2012 from Markus AldershawIf you’re very interested in losing weight, then you probably know that the most successful way to do so is to get your body burning calories – in fact, more than you consume. While all kinds of "magic pills" exist that promise to super-charge your fat burning while you watch T.V., at the end of ...
Views: 1638 - Holidays Can Be Healthy, It's All in the Planning! - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Nicki AndersonGrowing up, Halloween was my favorite time of year. Since my dad was a dentist, it was the only time of year that I was allowed to eat all the candy my trick-or-treat bag and stomach could handle. I looked forward to Halloween the way some people look forward to birthdays: some cherish the ...
Views: 1638 - YOUR MIND IS YOUR BODY'S BEST FRIEND - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2004 from Avtar ZouaregAs recently as 1974, scientists believed that the immune system was a self-regulating body system outside the realm of conscious control. This belief was strongly questioned after Robert Ader found that the rats in one of his experiments had learned to suppress their own immune systems and were ...
Views: 1636(1 vote) - Best mass gainer: Supplements that May Help You Put On Pounds - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2011 from Steven DeAngeloGaining weight among individuals is not easy. A lot of factors have been considered like body mass index, rate of metabolism and family background and all of these affect weight gain. Even eating alone is not really considered a best mass gainer. There are many who even support eating with ...
Views: 1632 - How Bodyweight Exercises are the Ideal Techniques to Get Fit - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Pete JenningsHow to Workout Using Bodyweight Exercises The health community is a a complicated mess of fancy exercise equipment and expensive fitness center memberships. With all of the information online it is extremely challenging to understand which exercise techniques are best. So, I'm here to make ...
Views: 1632(1 vote) - 5 Ways to Super-Fuel Your Body - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Roy VartabedianMany people don't realize that the food they eat not only "fuels" their body for energy, but actually "makes" and "remakes" their body as cells and cellular material are replaced every day. This is a key reason we must eat high quality food, since we will actually "become what we eat" over ...
Views: 1631(3 votes) - -- Neglected muscles , unbalanced bodies ! Part 2 - The Glutes - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2012 from Anand Ghurye-- Neglected muscles , unbalanced bodies ! Part 2 - The Glutes In the earlier part we dealt with the most neglected muscles - the hamstrings . This time let us consider the second most neglected muscle group of the body the Glutes . In layman’s terms glutes means the butt or the derriere . ...
Views: 1629 - How to Deal with the 3 Worst Co-workers and Gym Pals - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2015 from Michael MantellWhen I go to the gym to workout, I want to untie the knots and jelly beans in my back and shoulders, unhook from the day’s residue of stress, release my brain’s “feel good” chemicals and build all-over body muscle power. I don’t want to deal with difficult people. Do you? When you go to work, ...
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