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- ***I Was the Weight Loss Success Story - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2014 from Erin LevineI had started to lose weight in January of 2013. Going to the gym, watching what I eat, but not counting my calories. I went to Japan and when I came back I was in full swing once again. Hitting the gym 5 days a week. Exactly one year ago tomorrow, I joined MyFitnessPal. I was counting my ...
Views: 908 - The Best Time To Get Fit - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2014 from Richard ClarkeSome people love it, some hate it. Summertime. I am writing this right in the middle of the summertime. So what difference does the summertime make with regards to health and fitness? The summer means less clothes and more activity, whichever way you slice it up means if your in better ...
Views: 1141 - How To Get A More Positive Mindset - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2014 from Richard ClarkeI have been a high end personal trainer for many years, the thing is though, some of my clients DON’T get the results they should. I mean, they sign up with the intention of getting fit and losing some weight along the way, that is the most common reason for people beginning an exercise ...
Views: 1140 - Is Exercise Always The Best Option? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2014 from Richard ClarkeToday I wanted to share a little story with you about exercise and how it may not always be the best option. My wife said to me the other day that she can't keep on going to her regular bootcamp sessions as she is going to put weight on due to her poor diet and drinking. When she said this I ...
Views: 1169 - 15 Facts and Figures About Your TV Habits You Shouldn’t Ignore - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2014 from Bonnie GillerHow much of your time do you spend watching T.V., on your computer, mobile device, etc.? In today’s day in age technology has become a major part of our society and day-to-day activities. It is easy to become consumed in the manifest of technology. Face to face interaction is starting to dwindle ...
Views: 1557 - Unique Health and Fitness Tips - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2014 from jenny j robertHello friend! In this article, I am going to share 4 unique health and fitness tips. I will also tell you how to use these tips in your daily life. Health and fitness tips are meant to help you live a more prosperous and healthy life. So let us get started. Drink up Americans started ...
Views: 1623 - Is Sitting the New Smoking? Does Your Desk Job Put Your Health at Risk? - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2014 from Lynda Enright"Sitting Is The New Smoking" was the headline in many articles run this winter. Does that get your attention? It certainly got mine and I have continued to think about it through the long winter we had and as we move into warmer weather. Though I exercise regularly, sitting much of the day still ...
Views: 1046(1 vote) - The Smart Way To Build Endurance With Less Pain: 5 Tips - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumSimon Donato was having doubts. “I’m not sure I’m going to make it!” he muttered, using his whole body to leverage the pedals on his bike. His legs throbbed and a sense of utter exhaustion was slowly creeping into his body. He wasn’t sure he had enough stamina to keep going. Host for the ...
Views: 1714(1 vote) - How Well Do You Maintain Your Health? - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2014 from Nigel St.HillDear friend, if trying to maintain balance in your life makes you feel like a tightrope walker, you’re not alone. Most of us have so many demands on our time and energy; life can feel like a three-ring circus. Take this quiz to see how well you are meeting responsibilities, while also ...
Views: 1096(1 vote) - The Ab Machine Industry’s Billion Dollar Lie - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2014 from Al SearsYou’ve probably seen the late night infomercials selling every form of ab machine the human mind can conceive. They always promise a ripped six pack and a tapered V-shape. That promise earns them billions of dollars a year from consumers willing to plunk down hundreds of dollars to find an ...
Views: 1424 - Are You Prepared to Take Your Health Into Your Own Hands? - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2014 from Nigel St.HillDear friend, one of my philosophies in life is to give myself the best opportunity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Am I still going to die? Yes! However, it makes a lot of sense to me that while I can, I must give myself the best opportunity to optimize my health which could lead me to saving ...
Views: 1139 - Exercise Tips for Health Based on Science - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2014 from Martin EisenFrequently, the information presented to the public by gyms, personal trainers, Yoga instructors, Tai Chi teachers is not based on scientific facts, but is propaganda to make money. Simple activities, requiring little training can keep you healthy. 1. A new study from Loma Linda University ...
Views: 1358 - Skype Counselling & Weight Loss Hypnotherapy - by Submitted on May 21, 2014 from Mark VillarosaStruggling with one’s weight is rarely connected to sole physiological factor. Addressing body image and health issues through counselling and weight loss hypnotherapy can help an individual to identify the “root” of their lack of success in losing weight. Modern technologies can also be ...
Views: 1359 - 5 Surprising Reasons To Keep Exercising Regularly! - by Submitted on May 20, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumNo argument – exercise isn’t an easy thing to do. In fact, even die-hard exercisers can have their days when they just don’t want to move. Fatigue, achy joints or just plain inertia can keep us glued to the couch. But no matter how strong the urge gets to sit still, fight it. In a minute, ...
Views: 932 - The Problem With Short Term Exercise Programmes - by Submitted on May 19, 2014 from Richard ClarkeIn my opinion when it comes to exercise short term programmes don’t work, people need long term support. This was discussed at a conference for exercise professionals I was at recently, bearing in mind nearly every other trainer in the room had a short term 14/21/28 day transformation programme ...
Views: 1128 - It Always Makes Her Ill - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2014 from Richard ClarkeI was having a chat with a lady in the gym recently. She was “starting back” (AGAIN). I said “how’s the training going?” She said “its ok at the minute, but ask me again in a couple of weeks”. I said, “Why, what do you mean?” She said “every time I try to get fit and lose some weight, I do ...
Views: 1250 - Are You Too Scared To Improve? - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2014 from Richard ClarkeOne of my friends called in an expert trainer for one of their dogs last weekend. He told me there’s nothing particularly wrong with the dog, he’s just got a few things he’s scared of and ends up over-reacting. He was telling me what the trainer did with the dog. He was fascinated by how the ...
Views: 1538(1 vote) - Hello Gorgeous! - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2014 from Lori BurgerI hate being a sucker. This morning, like every morning for the past 3 months, my furnace didn’t clank and bang trying to warm up my house. I could see the sun shining through the window and I heard the birds chirping. There was no white stuff on the ground. Is it possible? Is winter over? Hmmm… ...
Views: 1348 - 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) - Simple Weight Loss Tips That Work - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2014 from Neil TeasdaleBasic Weight Loss Tips That Work Regularly Are you looking to lose weight to improve your appearance, your health, or even both? If you are, you may be looking for advice. The good news is that there are a number of tips that you can use to help you successfully lose weight and hopefully ...
Views: 1026 - 4 Super Effective But Simple Tips For Flat Abs - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2014 from Neil TeasdaleSimple Tips For Flatter Abs Most people would jump at the opportunity of getting flat abs without putting in hard work. Unfortunately, it just doesn’t work like that. You have to put in some serious effort to get perfect abs. If you are interested in finding out what you should do to get ...
Views: 1132 - 3 Simple Steps to a Sexy Core - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2014 from Neil Teasdale3 Simple Steps to 6 Pack Abs and a Sexy Core In America, people’s waist lines have been expanding at an incredible rate. This is because of the inactive lifestyles and the terrible food but there are 3 simple steps that are often overlooked that can keep an expanding waist line in check and ...
Views: 1005 - Breaking Up is Hard to Do - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2014 from Lori BurgerI inherited many loves from my mother. Two of the biggest ones were my love for diet sodas and my love for sweet coffee. I grew up watching my mom drink tons of both and two sodas that intrigued me the most were diet chocolate soda and Tab. Let’s start with Tab (clearly I’m dating myself) ...
Views: 1120 - How to Increase Concentration and Focus With Exercise - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2021 from Leon EdwardIt seems that in today's society there is a clear need for increased emphasis on the importance of exercise. As a result of the realization of the importance of exercise as a path to health and wellness, the fitness industry has seen tremendous and sustained growth over the past few years. While ...
Views: 3321 - Zumba Fitness Workouts Fun and Healthy - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2021 from Leon EdwardThere are thousands of ways for an individual to work out and lose weight. Even better, is the fact that one can burn fat while burning thousands of calories. The fun way to do this is through Zumba workouts. These Latin dance and workout moves are effective,and have been used by thousands of ...
Views: 2749 - How To Use Optimism To Improve Your Life - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2014 from Joel Simms (Dr. Mo)MoHow Posted by Dr. MO Even as a child, James was described by teachers and his parents as a happy optimist. As the story goes, one day his parents decided to play a joke on him and test his attitude by requiring him to spend an afternoon cleaning deserted stables at what had been a local ...
Views: 1858 - Time to Get Off My Butt - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2014 from Lori BurgerI have always known that exercise leads to a healthy heart. It’s only in recent years that I have learned in order to have a healthy heart, you need not only exercise, but also have some type of spirituality. The exercise part is easy for me, but it’s the spirituality one that takes more work. ...
Views: 1529 - Drinking Brown Sludge Equals the New Me?????? - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2014 from Lori BurgerWhen I saw my fellow health coach, Stacy, advertise her cleanse, I was intrigued and repelled all at the same time. I was intrigued because everyone I knew was cleansing to get rid of the holiday pounds and repelled because I knew about cleanses and detoxes (and what I knew I didn’t like). A ...
Views: 1142 - Simple Solutions for Health Challenges - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2014 from Nigel St.HillDear friend, how many times have you gone to sleep at night, swearing you'll go to the gym in the morning or you’re going for a swim and then changing your mind just eight hours later because when you get up, you don't feel like exercising? While this can happen to the best of us, it doesn't ...
Views: 648 - Kick Start Your 2014 with Weight Loss Hypnosis - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2014 from Mark VillarosaWhy are you trying to lose weight? Do you want to be healthy or are you trying to please someone? Your motivation will be a determining factor for the outcome of the process. Motivation is the key to achieving your goal along with an interest in weight loss hypnosis, which is probably why ...
Views: 1330 - 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 - 6 Ways This Natural Energy Booster Will Help You Transform Your Life - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumPositive change is never easy. It takes a lot of power to overcome complacency. It takes even more power to fight back against the tendency of the world around us to decay and fall apart. You need energy to overcome these two big forces working against you. But don’t reach for coffee or sugar ...
Views: 1167(1 vote) - Should You Consider A Smart Pedometer? - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2014 from Shannon ClarkWhether you’re just getting started with your journey into fitness or you’re a veteran in training, you may be wondering about some of these smart pedometers that have come out on the market to help you track your training efforts. Are they something you should invest in? Or are they just ...
Views: 1600 - 77 Year Old Grandmother Achieves Target Weight - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2013 from Richard ClarkeI'm sure you all like to hear a nice story. (I read this story online) After the breakdown of her first marriage Brenda started putting on weight. When she reached 20 stone, she decided to go on a diet. Brenda now weighs 9 stone 9lbs and can finally fit into a size 10 dress. The ...
Views: 1459(1 vote) - The 3 Keys To Building Muscle - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2013 from Mark McManusThere is so much confusion floating around the web about how to build muscle. But the fact is; there are some basic scientific fundamentals that will guarantee success. I wasted years doing everything wrong before I stumbled upon the right path through my own research and experimentation. ...
Views: 2431(1 vote) - Masturbation Benefits - 5 Ways Self-Touches Make Her Touches Even Better - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2013 from John DuganEverybody masturbates. It's just a fact of life. However, articles that discuss the male art of manual stimulation seem to suggest that the activity is a form of theft. Rather than spending time alone, these articles suggest, men should find willing partners and get busy in some kind of paired ...
Views: 2770(1 vote) - Understanding Penis Health - 5 Reasons Mom Was Totally Wrong About Sex - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2013 from John DuganMoms don't have penises of their own to care for, and much of the information they pass down to their sons concerning penis care could be out of date or just inaccurate. These five "mom" phrases, in particular, could be detrimental to penis health. 1. "Scrubbing is required for ideal ...
Views: 2043 - Docking Can Be Pleasurable, but Beware of Penis Pain - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2013 from John DuganAs all men know, the penis is a resilient source of incredible and ecstatic pleasure, but some activities may also produce a bit of penis pain if not practiced carefully. Many men engage in the practice known as penis docking or male docking (or simply docking). For most of these men, docking is ...
Views: 63815 - Fabulous Penis Sensations - How Acetyl L Carnitine Boosts Sensitivity - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2013 from John DuganIf 100 men were polled about their sex lives and asked what would make it better, it’s not too hard to imagine what types of things would be on that list. Most men desire to have a bigger penis, last longer in bed, be ready for back-to-back romps in the hay, and achieve mind-blowing orgasms for ...
Views: 8995 - Better Sex Tonight - 7 Tips for Sex-Cess - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2013 from John DuganWhether a man is planning a 1st time intimate evening with a new partner, is celebrating a 25th wedding anniversary with a spouse, or is just celebrating the fact that it is a Tuesday night, there are a few things he can do to making the evening a sexy success. Read on to learn 7 easy tips to a ...
Views: 2652 - Accidental Ejaculation – A Surprising Side Effect of Exercise - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2013 from John DuganWhen a man is busy pumping iron, the last thing he wants to worry about is starching his gym shorts while he’s doing it. Surprising though it may be to the unsuspecting gym rat, accidental ejaculation is not an indication that something is wrong with a man’s sexual heath. Learn more about this ...
Views: 7360 - Enjoying Oral Sex - Foods to Use with a Partner - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2013 from John DuganFew things excite a man more than the prospect of receiving oral sex, but partners facing a plain dry penis may not be as delighted about the activity. Granted, there are many partners who really "get into" giving their guy some oral gratification and are often equally sexually aroused by ...
Views: 5331 - Dry Penis Emergency Care – 7 Lubricants to Avoid at All Costs - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2013 from John DuganA dry penis is not a man's best friend, so it's no wonder that many men may employ external lubrication before engaging in sex, whether with a partner or alone. In the best circumstances, a guy has a stash of proper lubricants available at his beck and call; however, in some cases the ...
Views: 5563 - Relieving Pain during Sex – Dealing with Vaginismus and How Men Can Help - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2013 from John DuganSex is supposed to be fun, and it’s supposed to feel good. But sometimes it’s not, and it doesn’t. In fact, sometimes pain during sex can be downright excruciating, making enjoyment impossible. One such condition that can make sex unbearable for a woman is known as vaginismus - it is a painful ...
Views: 2253 - Too Much Masturbation - Moving from Curious to Compulsive - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2013 from John DuganA man who walks up to his peers and questions how often they masturbate might well be rewarded with a smack in the teeth. Personal habits concerning a man and his penis just aren't part of polite conversation, and men are encouraged to keep their business to themselves. Even so, most men ...
Views: 1757 - Penile Pain and Sounding - A Risky Auto-erotic Adventure - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2013 from John DuganMany men are perfectly content to stick to "typical" auto-erotic entertainments involving their hands, a little lotion and their penises, but others crave a more adventurous experience, even if it results in penile pain. Those interested in the much more adventurous masturbatory experience of ...
Views: 11661 - Penis Function and Indigestion – Even a Healthy Manhood can be Affected - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2013 from John DuganPenis health is crucial for a good sex life; that much seems obvious. But many men forget that overall body health also plays a factor in the quantity and quality of one's romantic activities. Many guys think about keeping their bodies in good shape for their trips under the bedcovers, but not ...
Views: 2899 - Keeping Penis Pain at Bay with Post-sex Hygiene - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2013 from John DuganWhen the bumping and grinding is over, and a feeling of safety and relaxation begins to set in, the last thing an amorous couple wants to do is hop up, get into the shower and rinse off. In fact, it's safe to say that the majority of people in this situation would prefer to simply roll over and ...
Views: 1525 - Secrets to Penis Health– 5 Ways Vitamin C Benefits Sexual Well-being - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2013 from John DuganIf asked to list the vitamins and nutrients the body needs most, few people would miss vitamin C. That’s because vitamin C is one of the more talked about vitamins; it is a household name - if there is such a thing in the vitamin world. If asked what vitamin C is good for; however, the most ...
Views: 5883 - First Time Sex - A Beginner's Guide for Men - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2013 from John DuganWhen it comes to first time sex, whether it is the FIRST first time or the beginning of an intimate relationship with a new partner, there is almost as much anxiety as there is excitement. Both men and women may worry about whether their partner will find them attractive, whether they will be ...
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