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- The 5 Worst Things About Running the Boston Marathon - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2018 from Hannah FronczakThe hype is real. Running the Boston Marathon is a truly life-changing experience. The food, the iconic jacket, and the crowd - it's simply indescribable. That is not to say, however, that there are no downsides to the race. Just like my Chicago list, I've compiled some of the more "meh" ...
Views: 1277 - How To Keep Your Brain Young For Years To Come – Brain Health Part 6 of 6 - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2009 from Michael ColemanStop interfering! I hope by now that you have grasped the very simple but profound concept that the brain already knows exactly how to take care of itself for life…. if only we would let it. But we don’t and very successfully manage to interfere with its natural working by imposing on it all ...
Views: 1276(2 votes) - How to Optimize your Diet? - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2020 from Your Career ClubHow to Optimize your Diet? by Y.C.C · Published 10/05/2020 · Updated 21/05/2020 Contents [hide] 1 SUPPLEMENT 1.1 Protein (Powder) 1.2 Creatine 1.3 Fish Oil 1.4 Caffeine 2 Rest & Recovery 2.1 Post-Workout Recovery Routine 2.2 ...
Views: 1276 - The Characteristics of Mixed Martial - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2009 from Emile JarreauMMA stands for Mixed Martial Arts which deals with full contact combat and is a combination of the techniques of a lot of other forms of fighting. This form of martial arts is particularly popular because it has scope for all the forms of fighting styles. The blend of world famous karate with ...
Views: 1276(1 vote) - Ditch the gym and get great results at home using simple dumbbell exercises! - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Lewis DayTimes are hard and according to the “experts”, things are likely to get even worse before they get any better. Of course these are the same “experts” that completely failed to spot, or do anything to avoid, the financial storm that has engulfed the world. But whether you believe the “experts”, ...
Views: 1275 - Have We Missed the Point of the Paula Deen Debate? - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2012 from Cory CouillardPaula Deen has become more publicized despite the possible harm that her foods may have caused to millions of people. Many people are talking about the hamburger donuts, the fact that she withheld information about her diabetes and even that she receives money from pharmaceutical companies. Are ...
Views: 1275(1 vote) - The Whole-Food Guide to Strong Bones: Creating a Program That Works for You - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2009 from New Harbinger PublicationsI genuinely believe that in order to create an effective exercise habit, you must think about what you can sustain not for weeks, but for decades. What sort of movement and exercise can you do that you'll enjoy and that won't elicit the mule response? What feels good to your body? In terms of ...
Views: 1275 - The wonders of porridge! - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2011 from Jamie JohnstonPorridge – The Miracle fuel What do world marathon record holder Paula Radcliffe, 1991 World Champion Liz McColgan and many of the top Kenyan runners all have in common? Well besides winning races, they all start the day with a bowl of porridge. Kenyan athletes have long eaten ‘ugali’ a ...
Views: 1275(1 vote) - Build Muscle Now: Two Overlooked Methods - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Tim RyanBuild muscle now, that is what all aspiring bodybuilders wish to do. They want progress they want to get huge, they wan to look impressive and strong maybe to gain respect from peers, to impress the ladies or maybe to excel in a sport but they all want to build muscle now! Well there are only so ...
Views: 1274 - Gym Weightlifting - Physical Exercise Can Restore Bone Mass in Osteoporosis - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2015 from Dan AlticWeightlifting is а common activity used tо meet mаnу diffeгent exercise goals, fгоm young guys looking tо get "swoll" tо older men working tо maintain muscle. Anԁ nеw research fгom thе University оf Missouri shows thаt stronger bones is anothеr reason fоr men tо hit tһе gym аnԁ pump ѕome ...
Views: 1274 - How Does an AED Work? - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2010 from Henry JustinsonAutomated external defibrillators, more commonly known as AEDs, are portable devices which are used in order to diagnose cardiac arrhythmias and ventricular tachycardia. These conditions are both potentially fatal if not immediately recognized and treatment for them sought. Not only are ...
Views: 1274 - What’s the Buzz About Hot Yoga Anyway? - by Submitted on May 13, 2013 from Mulyadi KurniaYou have probably heard of it in your social clique and fitness freaks are raving about it, but what is hot yoga anyway, and most importantly why is it any different than the regular hatha yoga? The brainchild of Bikram Choudhury, hot yoga also known as Bikram yoga is an improvisation on the ...
Views: 1274 - 5 Ways to Break Through Weight Loss Plateaus: Part Two - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2013 from Mike MatthewsPicking up where we left off, here are the remaining 3 ways to blast through your plateus and supercharge your weight loss: 3. Increase Your Cardio If you know that your daily caloric target is good and you have absolutely no calorie creep, then you should increase your cardio. You can ...
Views: 1272 - Sore Penis Woes: Banish Common Manhood Ailments with Vitamin B5 - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2013 from John DuganThere are many everyday ailments that can befall a penis. It is a part of a man’s body -- just like any other -- and is just as susceptible to minor irritations, pain, redness and other issues. Unlike other body parts, the health and wellness of the penis plays a vital role in a man’s sexual ...
Views: 1272 - How Build Bigger Arms – 6 Steps For Success - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2012 from Adams LoisEvery single guy desires the biggest and strongest seeking arms he can get. It can be surely attainable to promptly and properly enhance the size of your arms within a short amount of time. All you have to know could be the steps to attain larger far more muscular arms. It might be really ...
Views: 1271 - Tips on How to Build Muscle and Lose Fat For Men - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2012 from Patton PhilopBuilding muscle and losing fat at the same time, in theory, won't happen. It is a dream for a lot of men carrying extra fat dreaming of building muscle and losing fat. To burn body fat you need to eat less and to add muscle you have to eat more, so it can seem downright impossible to have these ...
Views: 1271 - Top 10 Tips to Beat “Winter Blues” - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Richard ClarkeSo the cold weather has arrived a tad early and it has left many people wanting to “hibernate” through until spring. Get the shopping in, close the door, put the TV on and don’t leave the house all day, sound familiar? In the UK at this time of year, the amount of daylight we get is less than ...
Views: 1271 - Proud Body Program, Part 2: Posture - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from Darren StehleIn my last article I introduced you to the "Proud Body Program". I discussed some general concepts and suggested some homework to help you get started. In this next installment I’m going to discuss another aspect of physical health, your Body Mechanics or how well your body moves. Your body ...
Views: 1270 - Creatine an advantage? - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2014 from Kenny McDowellIf a supplement could help to increase your overall workout intensity and duration in the gym, leading to developing a higher level of muscle mass would this appeal to you? Supplementation of creatine has become very popular and has been proven to increase power, strength and size for ...
Views: 1269 - Interval Training for Faster, Better Results - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2012 from Robert BraunHave you heard the term “interval training?” This article explains what this term means and how you can use it to improve your cardiovascular workouts. People usually speak of interval training to simply mean alternating high intensity intervals with low intensity intervals where the ...
Views: 1269 - Is it True that Exercise Lowers Blood Pressure? - by Submitted on May 16, 2011 from Andy KralsFirst let’s take a look at the top 11 health benefits of exercise, many of these you probably haven’t heard of: 1) Exercise calms you down. When you exercise, the body uses larger amino acids to build muscle. With the larger amino acids temporarily occupied, one of the smaller ones, called ...
Views: 1269 - Penis Facts and Fallacies: 5 Myths About Sex, Masturbation and Pregnancy - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from John DuganMost young boys are subjected to the dreaded birds-and-bees conversation early in life. That same information is also typically provided in school, during embarrassing sex education classes. By the time a guy reaches adolescence, it's often assumed that he knows everything there is to know about ...
Views: 1269 - The Importance of an Accurate Back Pain Diagnosis - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2011 from Wendy LauBack pain is one of the most common complaints in medical conditions. It is also one of the most frustrating cases for doctors because there are several causes of back pain which makes it hard for them to diagnose what disorder you have when you are complaining of back pain. When you are ...
Views: 1269 - 3-Minute Daily Exercise For A Perfect Posture - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2009 from Anthony ChapmanImproving the strength of the postural muscles in the back helps bring the body into balance and away from poor posture and potential pain. This is very important for both sedentary and active people especially for those that follow unbalanced exercise programmes. If you spend a lot of time ...
Views: 1268(1 vote) - Baby Acid Reflux- Interesting Hint For Baby Acid Reflux Symptoms - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2011 from Rohan RathoreBoth snoring and an acidic reflux are problems that could affect the quantity of quality sleep and cause poor effects over a person's way of life. The difficulty with suffering from both snoring and acid reflux is usually the suffering is constant. An acidic backwash has effects on each part of ...
Views: 1268(1 vote) - 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) - Emotional Eating--The Stress of Emotions - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2010 from Richard KuhnsEmotional eating has been identified as the single largest reason people gain weight back after they lost it and it's a well known fact that 95% of all those who lose weight gain it all back. Everyday I read articles or books featuring a means of overcoming emotional eating. At first I was ...
Views: 1268(1 vote) - Home Fitness Equipment - What's New On The Market Today? - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2009 from Annie DeakinHome fitness equipment is much different today than it ever was in years past. Treadmills and basic exercise bikes have always been a dime a dozen, but today there are some very unique features and technological advances that have changed the quality of exercise that can be accomplished in your ...
Views: 1268(2 votes) - To Lose Weight You First Must Lose Your MIND (Pt 1) - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2010 from Lynn SmithDiets don't work. Yet, even though we all know this, we keep trying them anyway; just in case there is that magic diet that will drop pounds effortlessly. However, you have probably been on dozens of diets, yet you are still struggling with your weight. The reason you may be struggling is ...
Views: 1268 - 6 Keys To Getting Maximum Results In Minimum Time With Your Home Exercise Equipment (and save money!) - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2007 from Adriel YapanaI used to love going to the gym. The sounds, the smells, the grunts, the groans. Nothing seemed more inspiring. Then life got in the way. I got busy. Very busy. Working with my fitness clients and athletes took up a lot of time, and frankly, I wasn't too thrilled about taking the time to drive ...
Views: 1267 - Are you training to fail? - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2014 from Kenny McDowellAre you training to fail? 16 July 2014 I see so many people obsessed with numbers when weight training? 5 sets of 10? 4 sets of 8?? 10 sets of 20??? If an exercise is carried out with a set number of repetitions specified beforehand, when you get to that predetermined number in ...
Views: 1267 - Blueprint for Success - by So you want to be in amazing shape? Try taking a page from Gordon Borges’ book. At 75 years of age, 209 lean pounds, 14 percent body fat, with arms measuring 18 ½ inches and a chest that spans 47 ½ inches, Borges is an awesome picture of Healthful vitally. He has been working out consistently ...
Views: 1267(1 vote) - Being Overloaded is Actually Good for You? - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Richard ClarkeThe word overload triggers a degree in caution in most people I would say. As a personal trainer in Swansea I have planned and designed thousands of exercise programmes and worked with thousands of different clients of all ranges and abilities. In order for my clients to improve I need to ...
Views: 1265 - Inexpensive Ways To Exercise For Weight Loss! - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2006 from Ray KellyPerhaps you’re a student, trying to make it on a student budget. Or, you’re a stay-at-home mother with little cash to spare. Or you’re just getting started in your career and you don’t have much in the way of disposable income. No matter what your situation, know that there are inexpensive ...
Views: 1265 - Natural ways to increase your energy, tips gathered along the way - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2012 from Carl Tuchy PalmieriEnergy Beat fatigue • An eight-minute spurt of vigorous exercise everyday can make you feel happier and more energized in 16 weeks. • Pairing your coffee with a good carbohydrate such as popcorn can give you a healthy caffeine jolt without a crash at the end. Here’s your energy ...
Views: 1265 - "Are You Still Training the Old Fashioned Way?" - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2010 from david krainiakToday I want to explain to you a concept that will save you time and deliver very quick results. This concept Im talking about is know as Burst Training. I have been training my clients and campers like this for years and previously nicknamed this "Rapid Fire Interval Training" however in the ...
Views: 1264(1 vote) - Hypnosis and Peak Performance - Does It Work? - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2010 from Gregg SwansonHypnosis for sports performance is a recognized field that is used to enhance the performance of athletes, both at the amateur and professional level. More recently the incredible power of hypnosis for athletes had been becoming more widely accepted here in the U.S. For years in the Eastern ...
Views: 1264(1 vote) - Basketball Drills for Youngsters - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2012 from paul empeyFormulating new basketball drills for youngsters is surely an fascinating challenge. Except if of course you are a skilled professional, it usually is challenging to create unique methods to keep young boys and girls interested. If you are looking to put a bit of pep in your basketball drills ...
Views: 1263 - Hotel services with related to spa services - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2012 from abigel daveIn a five star hotel services you see the better way of your stay place the hotel services for giving the services from hotel related websites especially most of the people search the place which is based on best environment and affordable on budget most of the hotel services include the service ...
Views: 1263 - My True Weight-Loss Story - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2009 from Yannick GirardI thought it might be fun that I shared a part of my life with you guys. I'm 27 years old now and I have been in good shape for almost 2 years now. But that wasn't always the case! In fact, 2 years ago I was really overweight. I was 75 pounds too heavy. Yes I know that eating fast food and ...
Views: 1263 - Strength Training – What Are Some Common Exercises To Shape Your Upper Body? - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2012 from Marc OuelletteOver the past years there is a lot of talk about what exercises actually help build muscle and which ones don’t. When I train fitness clients one of the first things I do is to start them on a workout routine which consists of compound movements. These strength training exercises get the most ...
Views: 1263(1 vote) - 16 Easy Tips for Looking And Feeling Your Best - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2010 from Jason Tivis1. In the beginning, your fitness plan should not be overly aggressive. One of the biggest problems most people encounter when starting a fitness program is rapidly depleted motivation after only a few weeks due to an overly ambitious fitness plan. Two days per week of 20-minute low-intensity ...
Views: 1262(1 vote) - 3 weight loss motivation tips of time for you to start exercising now and forever! - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Dan PickensYou can motivate yourself to lose weight from your past, present and future! Humbug! you say? That's what you think now but after understanding the power of your emotions and how to make them work for you, you will become a true believer! The first thing you need to understand is that ...
Views: 1261(3 votes) - Fitness Dreams: Part II - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2012 from Griff NeilsonHey all! I am going to pick this puppy up right where I left off last week, so if you have not already done so, go back and read Part I of this article. Principle #3 The Principle Of Persistence This is one of the most universally ignored principles of all time. Why? Because when the going ...
Views: 1261 - It's Freezing Outside, A Good Day to Sit On the Couch...WRONG!! - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2014 from Lori BurgerI don’t know where you live, but here in New Jersey, the temperature is below freezing and when I tell you it’s ungodly cold out, I’m speaking from experience. This morning I woke up to over a foot of beautiful white snow and all of it seemed to be piled up in my driveway. Since I never got ...
Views: 1261 - Getting Pregnant – Expecting A Baby, Cheer Up It’s a Life Time Experience - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2012 from Ashish SharmaPregnancy is the most awaited time in the life of a couple. It’s a start of new generation, new addition in the family and also a responsibility for life. Getting pregnant is beautiful but it is also a memorable as well as a stressful period in a women’s life. Being cautious in the early stages ...
Views: 1260 - An Athlete After All - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2014 from Jen PicicciGrowing up I truly did not believe I had an athletic bone in my body. Participation in sports was not praised in my household, particularly by my father, who seemed to have a personal vendetta against any and all jocks, particularly those of the football-playing variety. The very unkind words ...
Views: 1259 - Epigenetics And Exercise | How Genes Take Shape To Change Your DNA One Workout At A Time - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2016 from Marina RoseTake care of your body. It's the only place you have to live."-- Jim Rohn Are you ready for a DNA make-over, to design your DNA that’s guaranteed to help you get slimmer, stronger, happier and overall in great shape? It’s called Epigenetics, a cutting-edge new science that studies how our ...
Views: 1259 - Get A V Shape Body And Impress The Ladies! - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2013 from Alvin ChuaIt is a dream of most guys to get the V Shape every girl loves. How exactly do you get the V Shape? Now some people, when mentioning V Shape refers to the part just above the pelvic bone, where you get something like a 'v' pointing downwards towards your crotch if you worked out your stomach ...
Views: 1259 - Introduction to Embroidery DigitizingSubmitted on Oct 26, 2009 from embroidery digitizingTill recently, the hobbyist could not do computerized embroidery because of its extravagant prices. However, the falling costs of computers, embroidery machines and embroidery digitizing software have now made embroidery digitizing rather popular. Today, embroidery digitizing is possible with ...
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