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- Quick Guide Into The Best Ab Toner Belts - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2010 from joel DoustdarMore or less, all people like to look good in front of other people. Hence, they struggle distinct fashionable wear. Ladies adorn themselves in expensive jewelries and makeup. But, not many of them emphasize on the health and figure which is the most important thing that actually makes you ...
Views: 1202 - How Do I Lose Weight? - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2011 from Dr. Rick SchaeferWant a shortcut to getting into the best shape of your life? Then don’t start with exercise or diet! Instead, prepare a path that will accelerate all you do nutritionally and physically. With all major transformations in our lives, the most important first step is mental… creating a new ...
Views: 1201(1 vote) - 10 Reasons Why Women Must Weight Train - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2008 from Len GlassmanOver the last decade, researchers have made extremely compelling arguments in support of the benefits of weight training for women of all ages. Still, the number of women who take this recommendation to heart remains quite low. Most women who exercise spend most of their gym time on ...
Views: 1200 - Advantages Of Personal Training - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2011 from Jemmy CarrolExercise is a crucial component in any successful weight loss program. Oftentimes, when people try to lose weight, they know that they need to exercise, but still feel lost knowing how to go about it. Because of this, having a personal trainer during your weight loss efforts is a tremendous ...
Views: 1200(1 vote) - Advantages Of Stationary Swimming! - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2008 from Lizzi LoraineStationary Swimming pool is a small pool, usually 8' x 15' in size. Strong artificial current is made to pass through the pool to give you a real feel of swimming. You may not be actually swimming while you are in the pool, you may be stationary in reality. You really don’t need to make an ...
Views: 1200 - Elder care for the safety and independence of elders - by Submitted on Dec 24, 2017 from Arif ArrahmanElder care means satisfying needs of senior people. Senior people implies our own grandparents, elderly desperate individuals, the destitute and others of maturity who might be weak or sick. In numerous nations around the globe, 'elderly care' covers an entire zone of related administrations in ...
Views: 1200 - Some Make Excuses -- Others, World Records - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Ed MayhewSome people live a lifetime of making excuses to justify their virtual inertia. Others, such as Rick Ball, a subway mechanic from Ontario, Canada, forego the excuse making to make World Records -- THREE in 2009, to be exact. And it's not that Rick couldn't have come up with his own list of ...
Views: 1200(3 votes) - Top Australian Holiday Health Spa Retreat Center in Gold Coast - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2012 from camp edenCamp Eden Health Retreat is the comfortable place to jump-start your goals. It has been helping new guests achieve their personal goals and make positive changes in their lives for over 23 years. Our philosophy of transformation is what makes Camp Eden so unique – ‘inspiring, educating and ...
Views: 1200(1 vote) - Top Tips for Using Compact Portable Nebulizers at Home and Away - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2012 from Colin SuttonIt is a good idea to choose portable nebulizers if you need to take regular respiratory medication. This will ensure you can carry your nebulizer with you when you need to go out and about. The Philips Respironics Micro Elite Travel Nebulizer is a good mid-range option. • This small ...
Views: 1200 - Climb to Health - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2006 from Yolanda CardenStair-climbing is the best-kept secret in exercise for health. It is a great way to add CME points during the course of daily life, and it will help improve your leg strength and balance as well as your heart and waistline. By way of example, let me tell you the story of Lewis Ripps. Lew is a ...
Views: 1199 - Fit Golden Years: Top 5 Exercises for Seniors - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyThe golden years are the lovely times after retirement. All your bills are paid off and you no longer need to sit in early morning traffic to sit at desk from nine to five. These are the years when you get to enjoy your own schedule and life to its fullest. Don't look at the golden years and ...
Views: 1199 - Triathlon Training Programme In 5 Steps - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2013 from Nico VallaHaving entered a race are you feeling overwhelmed by the challenge? Or have you reached a plateau and just can’t seem to get faster? By following these five steps I am confident you will be able accomplish your biggest goals quickly. 1. Triathlon Planning Planning your personal goals is ...
Views: 1199 - Worst Running Slip-Ups That Can Increase Your Risk To Injuries - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinRunning can be a good workout for people who want to lose weight. It allows the body to burn a great deal of calories, it improves the health of the cardiovascular tissues, and it helps in developing good body coordination. But before you go out on the streets or step on your treadmill, you need ...
Views: 1199 - A Time-Conscious Fitness Program for the Boomer - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Michael KayeIn this article, let’s look at how to get in shape with an exercise program that does not cause undue harm to your body. Before you begin any exercise program, I strongly recommend that you have your physician evaluate your current condition to rule out any underlying problems which may be ...
Views: 1198 - Are you spinning your wheels? 3 tips to motivate you to move - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Roberta MittmanStuck. Frustrated. Guilty. Restless. Lethargic. Sedentary. Disappointed. These are some of the words many of us use to describe how we feel when we are in a rut and don't take action--or don't even want to--although we know we should. And one area that all too often suffers is exercising for ...
Views: 1198 - How To Pole Dance-How To Lap Dance-Learn Pole Dance Lessons - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2015 from Joan RiversHow to pole dance; The latest exercise fashion has eventually arrived in Dorset and its Pole Dancing. How to lap dance; Forget about the sexy, half naked dancing you see in night clubs and think of a cross between gymnastics and dancing. Learn pole dance lessons; Easy pole dancing tricks step ...
Views: 1198 - Playground Equipment Promotes Play Among Children, Develops Motor and Cognitive Skills - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2009 from David ChristopherPlaygrounds: Children’s Outdoor School A child’s first six years is the molding stage where the foundation of knowledge is the basis and skills are inculcated. How a child morphs into a unique individual is the result of a child’s own hereditary traits and his or her immediate environment, ...
Views: 1198 - Rule Of Fitness - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from Sonya WestLooking for the best rule of fitness? Well here are 5! The following 5 rules of fitness basics that you should follow in your fitness schedule. You may break them occasionally for special programs or occasions but, in general, it's best to follow these 5 guidelines in order to maximize any ...
Views: 1198(1 vote) - The Secret To Getting The Body Of Your Dreams - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2014 from Dianne VillanoAmericans are getting fatter and fatter by the year . Nearly 70% are over a healthy weight and 33% are classified as "obese" by the American Heart Association yet the diet/fitness industry made $2.4 BILLION last year. Something is NOT adding up. I'm hear to tell you that you did not fail on ...
Views: 1198 - How to Overcome Insomina - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2009 from Janet McNallyInsomnia is an inability to sleep, not depending upon the number of hours which you sleep, but on the quality of your sleep and also on how you feel after you have woken. So, even if you are sleeping those ideal eight hours during the night and feel tired after the slumber, you may be ...
Views: 1197(3 votes) - The Major Factors For Body Building - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2012 from Adams LoisOne can find more and more people who want to lead the same kind of wholesome and fit life-style. And various people have diverse causes why they develop into a body builder. But here are the top rated factors why. Reasons For Physique Developing… You’ll find specific people who have poor ...
Views: 1197 - Weight Management and Heart Rate Monitors - by Submitted on May 19, 2005 from Richard DafterWeight Management and Heart Rate Monitors by Richard Dafter - President, Howtobefit.com Improving Your Quality of Life, One Heartbeat at a Time The following article addresses how to create an appropriate plan of action to capitalize on the relationship between heart rate and calorie burning ...
Views: 1197 - Diet Naturally - 4 Ways to Lose Weight Fast - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Anthony CarterLosing weight naturally is easier than you may think. Even though you added those pounds slowly over the years, you don't have to wait several years to lose the weight that you have gained. Here are 4 simple ways to lose weight quickly. Fiber. Increase your fiber intake. Try to include it in ...
Views: 1196(1 vote) - Private Personal Trainer - Nutritional Facts To Help You Obtain Your Dream Body! - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2012 from Marc OuellettePersonal trainers understand that nutrition in your fitness training program is very important for anyone serious about getting lean. Good nutrition is essential for a healthy life, but it is most important for a fitness enthusist who is looking to lose weight, burn fat and add lean muscle ...
Views: 1196(1 vote) - Calorie Cycling: How To Set Up Calorie Cycling Within Your Meal Plans - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2011 from Steven TyrieIf you're looking to get on a muscle mass building program while minimizing any fat gains that come along with it, calorie cycling is a very good idea. The concept behind calorie cycling is that rather than eating the same very high calorie intake on all days as you go about your mass building ...
Views: 1195(1 vote) - Lose the Weight You Want Forever - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2006 from Kim OlverLose the Weight You Want Forever I know this is the time of year when there is all kinds of information available about weight loss. If everyone has the information available to him or her, then why is losing weight so difficult? The answer is relatively simple for those of us who have added ...
Views: 1195 - Ways to get rid of Man Boobs. - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2016 from Karen ColeOne of the things that embarrass men like presence of man boobs; it affects the appearance thus hindering confidence. Manboobs are mainly caused by either obesity or the hormonal imbalance whereby there is an increased amount of estrogen and low testorone. However, obesity is more common and it ...
Views: 1195 - Exercising while pregnant - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2010 from Angela WalshMany pregnant women forget the importance of exercising, or feel they are too weak and tired to exercise. But unlike many believe, there are many benefits to a good exercise program while pregnant. When exercising, the soon-to-be mom will regain their energy and boost their mood, allowing them ...
Views: 1194(2 votes) - How to Get Fit Through Home Workouts - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2013 from Adams LoisThousands of people per year try to lose weight and get fit, enrolling in expensive gyms with high fees, hiring personal trainers, or running endlessly on treadmills. However, there are ways to get really fit–without even leaving your home, if you have the equipment. By following these simple ...
Views: 1194 - Tips For Weight Loss That Can Slim You Down - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2013 from Ramil MorlaYou're ready to start. You want to change your life and lose the extra weight. Now is the time! You probably have a lot of questions on how to start and what to do, but don't worry, this article can help. Listed below are some tips that will help you get started with your weight loss ...
Views: 1194 - Why Core Exercise - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2007 from Jeffrey MimsI've come across many clients who don't seem to understand just how very vital core strength and flexibility are in virtually every athletic undertaking. Those that have been convinced of its importance rarely seem to fully grasp what I mean when I talk about core-focused workouts. If you're ...
Views: 1194 - Aerobic Water Exercises; Good For Weight Loss And Better Health - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2007 from Terje EllingsenAs we age we need exercise more and more in order to maintain good health. Unfortunately, the more we age the less able we are to handle the stress exercise causes on our bones and joints. And as jobs and careers become less and less physical and more and more mental across our society, we tend ...
Views: 1193 - How To Secure A Weight Training Mentor - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2008 from Alison FadoulFor those of you who are new to the world of weight training, a mentor is a great way to learn the ropes! When I first began to get my feet wet, I was fortunate enough to be taken under the wing of a veteran gym goer who helped me make sense of it all. The gym in and of itself can be ...
Views: 1193 - MATERIAL OBESITY - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2015 from venkat caI am a victim of material obesity ,in 25 years he has gained 36kg and added a million to his wealth. Is obesity directly proportional to material wealth? "The richer we get, the wider is the waistline. Wider waistline was long considered as sign of great wealth." Before the industrial ...
Views: 1193 - Women Strength Training Myths - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2009 from Joe KarszenWomen Strength Training Myths: Joe Karszen, B.S., M.S. In this article I will go over some of the myths that are circulating about women who strength train. Women who strength train will get that bulky muscular look. Not true. The major difference in a women’s body compared to a ...
Views: 1193(2 votes) - Falls in men prevented with exercise - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2016 from Victor MarchioneIn older men, regular exercise has been found to reduce the risk of falls that lead to serious health complications and negatively impact their quality of life. Study author Dr. Thomas Gill said, “The physical activity program was more effective in reducing the rate of serious fall injuries in ...
Views: 1192(1 vote) - Is Your Energy Balance in Check? - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Christie ClipperIf you are looking to lose or maintain your weight you will need to tap into your energy balance. Scientist’s define energy balance as the number of calories burned being equal to or exceeding the number of calories consumed. Simple as this calculation may seem, the numbers can become easily ...
Views: 1192(2 votes) - Obesity's Physical, Emotional and Social Costs - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2011 from Mark DilworthMake no mistake, obesity takes a physical, emotional and social toll on your body and health. This ends up costing you much more than doctor bills. It affects everything you attempt to do in life and may ultimately cost you your life. Even though obesity and overweight has become "more ...
Views: 1192(1 vote) - Recommended Weight Lifting Workouts - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2009 from Enrico MedinaThere are numerous weight lifting workouts available and before you settle in on a specific workout, you must exhaust all your resources and make sure that you have everything considered. One factor to consider is the difficulty of the workout. If you are just a beginner, you can’t expect to ...
Views: 1192(2 votes) - Walking is the Best Medicine (Part I) - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2012 from Dr. Michael L. HallTo say that something as simple and as fundamental as walking is the best medicine seems to be a very broad and sweeping statement. Why is it true? What is the secret to good health? Diet and exercise, of course. Not much of a secret if everyone already knows the answer, but how and why do ...
Views: 1192 - Can Fitness Boxing be The Ultimate Training Routine? - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from John BirkFitness Boxing is certainly one of the freshest fitness developments lately thanks to Million dollar Baby way of, The Contender,Cinderella guy and such a lot recently,the sixth installment of the Rocky saga Rocky Balboa.Interest in boxing is at its absolute best stage because the days of ...
Views: 1191 - Costly Muscle Building Mistakes To Avoid - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2009 from Tim RyanWe hear loads of advice and guidance on what to do to build up muscle but much of it is conflicting. For that very reason we are going to set the record straight on a numberof different issues right here and now. Here we go, 7 things not to do when trying to build muscle up: 1) Train for more ...
Views: 1191 - Aiming For A Healthy Lifestyle - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2011 from Fushi Wellbeing LtdAt the beginning of every year we promise ourselves we will live a healthier life, and exercise more. The year starts with the best of intentions, but many times we are unable to keep up with very high goals. Good news is a healthy lifestyle is achievable and it’s all about making small changes ...
Views: 1190 - How do you Start the Special K Diet Challenge - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Kenneth FordHow Safe is the Special K Diet Challenge Have you seen or taken the Special K Diet Challenge? In today's information technology environment, there seems to be an unending parade of miracle cure diets available, both on and off line.In the interest of maintaining a neutral stance, I am ...
Views: 1190 - *** What Your Kids Can Teach You About Exercise - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from Sean BarkerWhen it comes to teaching our kids new things, we as parents are pretty confident that we have a handle on teaching them good habits. As the saying goes "with age comes wisdom" so as we get more years under our parenting belt we all become our own parenting experts, right? But when it ...
Views: 1189 - Bulk Body: How to Achieve It - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2011 from Darren WhittenAre you glancing in the mirror right now thinking you should get down to the fitness center and enroll so that you can get some mass built up? Should this be the case, before you head out and begin lifting those weights, it's very essential that you understand how to get ripped and the magnitude ...
Views: 1189 - 5 Facts About Fat Burners - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2012 from Marcus J MichaelThough it may not be exaggerating the facts to state that fat burners are in all likelihood the most widely used weight loss pills today, nonetheless it is very important to call to mind that there are certain misunderstandings regarding their overall weight reduction efficacy and ...
Views: 1188 - Weight Maintenance Controls - Fantasy Or Reality Based? - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2009 from Gina JacksonThe obesity epidemic in America has created huge challenges for our culture and the fitness community of professionals. The good news is that more and more eyes are opening to the problem, the challenge and the long term outcomes. Many of our grandparents were challenged by the thought of ...
Views: 1188 - Aquatic Fitness Equipment - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2008 from Lizzi LoraineThe swimming pools become over loaded during the summer months. More and number of people tends to go for swimming for their fitness and physical therapy at this time. They prefer the pool to keep themselves cool. For your convenience during the summer, the pool serves a number of works out ...
Views: 1187 - Boost Penile Sensitivity with Better Food Choices - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2013 from John DuganWhile most men know from their high school health classes that good nutrition is important to all of the systems of the body, acting on this information is another story. Especially in today’s hectic world, eating can be more about convenience and eliminating those hunger pangs than about making ...
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