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- You Can Still Lose Weight without Gym Workout - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2019 from Kalyna KapurAre you still overweight, and totally obsessed with it? According to the research by the World Health Organization, in 2016, nearly 1.9 billion adults were overweight. This is really a big (and growing) number which everyone needs to pay attention to. But alongside the WHO also mentioned ...
Views: 436(2 votes) - Your Ideal Weight: An Arm-Chair Concoction? - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2011 from Belly Loser“The fact is that the tables of ‘ideal’ or ‘desirable’ weight are arm-chair concoctions…,” said Professor Emeritus Ancel Keys back in 1980. Not much has changed since then, except new light has been shed on our understanding about a person’s set weight. A set weight suits one person ...
Views: 945(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: 1814(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: 1814(1 vote) - “TUNING-IN” Health Improvement Tips to Improve Functional Movement - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2012 from Aliesa GeorgeHealth improvement covers a lot of different things. Yet it all sums up your wellness goals, whether it’s for a better body, fitness, diet & nutrition, managing stress, or any other important part of staying healthy it’s important to find simple strategies to better take care of your body and ...
Views: 5391(1 vote) - ***Athletes & Training: Controlling Inflammation & Increasing Endurance - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHMost athletes know all too well the double-edged sword of post-exercise inflammation. Inflammation is a general immune response to injury in the body that can be triggered by over-training. It ultimately works to mend and strengthen muscles, making them more adaptable to more intense levels of ...
Views: 9543(9 votes) - 7 Basic Daily Disciplines... Military Style - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from Young KimMy father gets his sense of discipline from the military; he's a retired veteran. I never had the urge to join the military - goes against my pacifist nature - but I do have to admire the discipline that the military instills in its troops. Along with the weapons training, and war games, the ...
Views: 16766(5 votes) - Fat Burning Cardio and Agility Drills - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2010 from Bob Weinstein, Lt. Colonel, U.S. Army, RetiredFat Burning Cardio and Agility Drills It’s time to add some fun and games to your workout with some cardio and agility drills. These are great calorie and fat burning activities. Always consider your physical activity a dynamic and not static process. Make it a game. Think variety. ...
Views: 6712(5 votes) - 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) - The BAD Side of Fish Oil - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from Emile JarreauConsidering the healthy benefits of taking fish oil as part of a healthy diet, it might be hard to imagine that there are any negative side effects that can occur, but like most things we take into our bodies, not all of the effects are good even containing omega 3 fatty acids. First of all, ...
Views: 968(5 votes) - Tips for Post-Workout Recovery - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Dale MillerAfter a trip to the gym most of us get on with our day and hope that we have pushed ourselves just the right amount. Too much, and we will end up feeling sore the next day, too little and the hour and a half might end up having been wasted. Assuming that we have stretched before and after and ...
Views: 4480(5 votes) - ***Athletes & Workout Enthusiasts: How to Control Inflammation and Increase Endurance - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHControlling Inflammation with Zyflamend: One of the challenges for athletes and workout enthusiasts is pushing yourself to new levels of performance while controlling the natural process of post-workout inflammation. Most athletes know all too well the double-edged sword of post-exercise ...
Views: 6714(12 votes) - ***Stop 'Screaming at the Top of Your Lungs' -- Start Projecting! - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Nancy DanielsSeveral years ago I made one of the greatest mistakes of my life. In coaching and rooting for my son’s soccer team, I felt my voice rip. I cannot explain the sensation, but, from that day on, I was unable to sing again. As one who teaches voice improvement, I did something which I know not to ...
Views: 4440(4 votes) - Basic Diet Hints: Am I Able To Lose 20lb in a Week? - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2010 from Daniel WiggsWhen people begin a diet program, they purely desire the weight eliminated as quick as possible without having to significantly change their eating habits or change their lifestyles. Unfortunately, the real key to any diet plan is persistence with a mix of time and healthful options. A great ...
Views: 1495(4 votes) - Best Exercises to Reduce and Flatten Your Tummy Now - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Glenn PrescotThe goal is a flatter and stronger stomach for most people who start a workout routine for the abdominals. If there hasn’t been any strength gained on the stomach muscles, then a flat, smooth tummy isn’t a large accomplishment even though it looks sexy and attractive. You want to add strength to ...
Views: 2551(4 votes) - Push Yourself Out of Your Comfort Zone - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from Young KimI was at the gym the other day, and I happened to step on a treadmill where the electronic display was broken. See that the gym was so full, I was glad to have a treadmill at all, and I just started jogging. I had no idea exactly how fast I was going, what my heart rate was, what incline I was ...
Views: 2175(4 votes) - ***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) - Why Missing Meals Will Make You Fat - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2010 from Daniel WiggsWhenever people are overweight, they're taught that restricting calorie consumption is one of the most significant factors behind the proper diet plan. Although this simple fact is most certainly correct, frequently dieters take intense steps of reducing calorie intake by eliminating meals ...
Views: 1753(7 votes) - Best Exercise to Lose Weight - Your Body Type - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2009 from Eugene LawWe all know that science has come a long way from simplifying our lives and to assist us in achieving our goals even faster. This is the same case for people who want to lose weight. Science has allowed us to identify factors that affect the rate we lose weight. The best exercise to lose weight ...
Views: 1459(3 votes) - 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: 1647(3 votes) - Build Muscle, Then Lose Fat: Your Concise Guide - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Tim RyanWhen a personal trainer first asks a new gym attendee what their goals are, they most often hear replies such as: "Build muscle lose fat", "build muscle then lose", "burn fat build muscle", "build muscle and burn fat". So it seems that most people want to build muscle mass and also at the same ...
Views: 1268(3 votes) - Daniela Barnea Found Her Niche -- Isn't It Great! - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2010 from Ed MayhewWhile in her forties, constantly driving her kids to and from water polo and swim team practices, little did Daniela Barnea know that she had found her niche. No, not a career as a chauffeur, but competitive swimming. As a teen Daniela had enjoyed swimming at the local YWCA, but was not ...
Views: 1542(3 votes) - Designing a Basic Strength Training Workout for Women - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Catherine McCloudPlanning a basic, complete and yet time-efficient program of not more than 45 minutes is possible by training more of the big muscle groups at the same time. This can be achieved by focusing on the big compound-type of movements that involve more than one joint at a time. This means that ...
Views: 803(3 votes) - Ecotherapy - The Prescribed Walk in the Park Part I - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Trevor MayesThis article was originally published on PH Online Dec 2008 Issue 153 - http://www.positivehealth.com/article-view.php?articleid=2513 As a colour counsellor and lifelong outdoor pursuit’s enthusiast, I read with interest the recent news that doctors were prescribing a walk in the park for ...
Views: 3262(3 votes) - Exercises for Quick Weight Loss - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2010 from Andrew HunterWould you like to find out about some work out plans to get slimmer fast? It’s not a secret that high intensity exercise sessions are what gets results. Cardio exercises like running can help get rid of fat, but if you’re not careful, you can even get rid of muscles doing these (remember those ...
Views: 1218(3 votes) - Five Options for Losing Weight – Which one is best? - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2009 from Damien YoungIn a few short months, millions of people will make a resolution to lose weight and get into better shape. While this is a popular and great resolution to make, most people will go about it completely in the wrong way. Many will go out and buy the newest, hottest and most talked about diet. ...
Views: 6302(3 votes) - GPS Watches Help Monitor Five Areas While Training - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2010 from Pam DaughertyGPS watches help individuals monitor several things at the push of a button. GPS watches can help an individuals monitor speed, distance, pace and calories burned while training. Just a decade ago runners and walkers would time workouts and them have to figure out how far they ...
Views: 1913(3 votes) - Healthy Foods for a Healthy Body - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2010 from Harold HisonaOne of the most common problems in the society nowadays is related to health. There are more and more incidents of heart attacks and strokes reported everyday. It is because people are becoming lazy and are too occupied to choose the healthy foods which can be found in the market. Additionally, ...
Views: 1158(3 votes) - 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: 1018(3 votes) - How to Add Variety to your Exercise Program - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2009 from Ralph KlisiewiczAs we workout we adapt to exercise by getting stronger. After some time, however, the workout no longer yields the same results. At such time, we need to implement a change to a workout routine. This can be achieved through several means, but one that is most commonly used is exercise ...
Views: 1006(3 votes) - Improving Your Mind Brain Health When You Get Physically Fit - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2021 from Leon EdwardWe all know that we could use some more exercise. As a society, we are entirely too sedentary, spending a lot of time watching TV, playing video games and surfing the web - and far too little engaged in physical activity. This kind of lifestyle leads to obesity and low energy levels. We all are ...
Views: 3015(3 votes) - Jack Lalanne Continues to Inspire and Lead By Example - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2010 from Ed MayhewBack in the early 1950s, through the magic of television, Jack LaLanne was regularly leading tens of thousands of housewives and at least one small boy -- me -- through a series of exercises. By virtue of his long-running (1951-1985) The Jack LaLanne Show, he inspired a whole nation to eat ...
Views: 1526(3 votes) - Measuring your hydration level - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2009 from James EvansDehydration can be highly dangerous, whether it results from exertion, environmental factors or health status. But how do you tell whether you are dehydrated or not? The unique HydraTrend Test Strips produce an accurate hydration reading in less than 60 seconds. They are convenient and easy ...
Views: 9696(3 votes) - Purpose of Bootcamps - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2010 from Anthony TaylorThere are many excuses that are made by people who are unhappy with their weight for why the find it difficult to drop the extra kilos that they are carrying. Some of the more common ones are that they are naturally overweight or don't have the time to exercise or eat well. As a busy executive ...
Views: 740(3 votes) - Resolution 1: Get in Shape - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Tracey FarmerEvery year I make a list of things that I would like to accomplish or improve upon, but as is the case for most people, I am not always successful. This year I needed to try something different. I notice that I have much more success when I am working on teaching my children something of ...
Views: 1029(3 votes) - T'ai-Chi Ch'uan for Health and Fitness - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Harvey Kurland MSc, MFS, CSCST’ai Chi Ch’uan To Promote Good Health Copyright Harvey Kurland, M.Sc., MFS, CSCS, 2003 www.myspace.com/hkurland The latest research shows stress reduction helps to prevent angina in Heart Patients during stressful events. Recently low intensity exercise has been shown to prevent heart ...
Views: 1907(3 votes) - The Effects of a Low Carbohydrate Menu on Muscle mass building - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2010 from Mike MassThere is substantial argument and discussion with how muscle builders and sporting activities fan should get back together between a low carbs dietary and a technique which is designed to build up muscle mass. The former is a fantastic prescription for losing some pounds and fat burning, even ...
Views: 1397(3 votes) - *** A Little Bit of Exercise Motivation - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2009 from Isabel De Los RiosMany people know how important exercise is as an integral part of their weight loss and health plan but still have a difficult time fitting it into their busy lives. One possible reason could be that, yes, exercise can be challenging when you first begin your program or you just give ...
Views: 766(5 votes) - Heavy Resistance Training vs. Light Resistance Training - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2009 from i-Supplements comFor years, one debate that has been tossed back and forth in just about every gym and fitness center across the country is; which is better, heavy resistance training or light resistance training? A variety of factors play into this debate, and the answers may not be as obvious as it may ...
Views: 9501(5 votes) - Live Well Age Well - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2009 from Anita SelbyLive Well, Age Well You can spread expensive crèmes on your face, dye your hair and even get plastic surgery. However, there’s a much more cost-effective and natural way to get an age ‘lift’; it’s called living well. Our physical, mental and emotional habits all contribute to how gracefully ...
Views: 2183(5 votes) - Qigong & Fibromyalgia - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2009 from Rev. Keith HallFibromyalgia is a rheumatologic disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain that leaves those afflicted with fatigue, painful ‘tender points,’ morning stiffness, and difficulties with sleep and the performance of routine activities of daily life. Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition ...
Views: 2401(5 votes) - A Quick Fix for Sagging, Heavy Eyelids - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2006 from Cynthia RowlandDroopy eyelids are a sure sign that Mother Nature has arrived to make your face look old. You know the look and the feel of heavy lids - they seem to have a mind of their own. You constantly lift your forehead when you are speaking and your eyes may begin to feel a tiredness that just doesn't ...
Views: 16745(2 votes) - ***5 Factors That Can Affect the Health of Your Voice - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2010 from Nancy DanielsHave you ever noticed that when you are extremely fatigued, your voice is much weaker than if you are energized? Not surprisingly, your vocal health is determined by the health of your entire body. Thus, if any of the following 5 factors are typical of your lifestyle, so too will the following ...
Views: 7166(2 votes) - 3 Essential Steps To Gaurantee Bigger Biceps Quickly - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2009 from Tim RyanThe show muscles, the guns, the biceps, the pythons whatever you want to call them they always have a special place in weight lifters vision of what they desire. Your guns are quite possibly the easiest muscle group for people to view which is possibly why they have achieved such important ...
Views: 2274(2 votes) - 3 most important bodybuilding workout safety tips - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2019 from Mohimenul IslamEvery year a lot of people get injured during bodybuilding. This is only because people do not have proper knowledge about bodybuilding. Another reason could be the wrong type of exercise. Different type of people need different types of exercise and the only physician can understand what is ...
Views: 636(2 votes) - 5 Ways To Lose Fat Fast - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2009 from Sean BarkerIf you are getting too comfortable with your workout routine, the key is to try to get better every day with your workouts and your healthy eating. So here are 5 Ways For Faster Fat Loss. 1. Break Records Push for progress and not perfection and challenge yourself by pushing for one ...
Views: 1423(4 votes) - Boot Camp Fitness Test - Military-style for Civilians - How to Conduct - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2010 from Bob Weinstein, Lt. Colonel, U.S. Army, RetiredThe U.S. Army is in the business of preparing our soldiers of military operations to include combat. Transitioning this approach into civilian life with the purpose of maintaining health works just as well. A simple military-style fitness test will assess your muscle endurance, cardio and ...
Views: 3217(2 votes) - Burn a Myth to Burn more Calories - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Kymberly Williams-Evans, MABurn a Myth to Burn More Calories Dear Fun and Fit: Kymberly and Alexandra Q: What is the appropriate heart rate for a 50 year old woman who wants to burn fat? Last summer I won a free membership to a gym and was surprised when my personal trainer informed me that I needed to slow down ...
Views: 1743(2 votes) - Common Myths About Fitness - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2009 from Michele CarmichaelAs an expert in an ever-changing Fitness Industry for 25 years, I have been lucky to see how trends have come and gone, and the benefits and the contraindications as well! Remember the days of headbands, leg-warmers and bouncy pony-tails? Yup, I was there for all of that, a more simple time, ...
Views: 1881(2 votes) - Core Strength: Getting The Most Out Of You Fitness Routine - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2009 from Dr. Nathalie BeauchampStretching can be overrated! Now don’t get me wrong, it is essential, but even if you are ?exible enough to touch your toes, without the core strength to support your spine, you may be risking injury. My point is simply this; without core strength training, you are missing a signi?cant component ...
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