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- How Bad Fat Programs Future Generations to Be Obese - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Byron RichardsA new study indicates that one major factor causing today’s obesity epidemic is the garbage fat diet of Americans for the past century. The Western diet is almost void of omega 3 essential fatty acids. Instead, high levels of omega 6 oils, such as corn oil and soy oil, have found their way ...
Views: 1098 - I am sooo excited to start exercising…Are you REALLY? (partII) - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2012 from Griff NeilsonA few posts back I posted the first addition to this posting. I used a hypothetical scenario between a trainer and a beginning client. You may have noticed that this particular client named “John” was super motivated to begin a new fitness program initially…and then the excuses started to pour ...
Views: 1098 - Personal Trainer: How to Find a Good One - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2012 from Grant HollandsHaving tried the gym for many years with little to show in the way of results, many people are now choosing to get in shape with the help of a personal trainer. But how do you know that you are choosing a trainer that is really going to make a difference to your health and fitness. It's ...
Views: 1098(1 vote) - Plantar Fasciitis Symptoms and Treatments - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2012 from Steve RobertsPlantar fasciitis is the inflammation of the connective tissue (called the plantar fascia) located at the dorsal aspect (sole) of the foot. Plantar fasciitis symptoms are usually felt due to the inflammation of the connective tissue. The plantar fascia is a fibrous connective tissue that extends ...
Views: 1098 - What Are You Doing to Prevent Sarcopenia? Use It or Lose It! - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2013 from Cheryl WinterHave you ever had major surgery? If you have, you will know that once the anesthesia has worn off, the first thing the doctors and nurses require of you is to "get out of bed" and move! But, "wait a minute," you cry, "I just had major surgery--let me rest." Thankfully, however, for you, that ...
Views: 1098 - Why You Need a Health Plan - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Tim ReynoldsHow many of us have actually taken the time to sit down and develop a plan for health? How many of us just go day-to-day, constantly changing plans (or not making plans), just wondering, and hoping, we’ll stay healthy. My experience has been that most of the people who come to me for personal ...
Views: 1098 - 7 Keys To Weight Loss - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2008 from Terje EllingsenWeight loss can be frustrating but if you are determined, you can lose the weight and the benefits are well worth it. You will feel better both emotionally and physically. You will also be healthier and have more self confidence. These 7 weight loss tips will help you lose the weight quickly ...
Views: 1097 - Avoiding Sore Penis Misery - The Pros and Cons of Personal Lubrication Products - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2013 from John DuganSex can be zippy and spontaneous, requiring nothing more than two willing partners with a little bit of time to spare. However, preparing for the fun by loading up on sex-based equipment can, at times, be a wonderful idea. Lubricant products, for example, can keep the sex smooth, and this can ...
Views: 1097 - Hands Down The Best Ab Exercises - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2011 from Nick AndradeThere are a lot of men and women are surfing the web hoping to uncover best ab exercises to help them get stunning six pack abs. While it’s certainly true that you need to construct abdominal training routines that give you the ability to target the different muscles in your mid section, most ...
Views: 1097 - How High Intensity Training HIITs the spot! - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Richard ClarkeMany people new to exercise and wanting to lose weight will see long runs as the ideal way to shift the unwanted body fat. Cardio training is good but there are many better activities you can do to get rid of the weight you wish to lose. As a Personal Trainer in Swansea I have tried many ...
Views: 1097 - Why Setting Boundaries Works for Weight Loss - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2012 from Angela MinelliDo you ever feel trapped, in a relationship, in a job, or even in the confines of your own mind? Setting boundaries is a big topic, one that deserves a lot of attention, and means a lot to me personally, because I used to never do it. But now, I consider it my #1 strategy to remaining calm ...
Views: 1097 - 8 Easy Ways To Get More Pedometer Steps - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2015 from Jini CiceroLooking to improve your health and fitness? One of the simplest ways to go about it is to focus on taking more total steps all throughout your day. By increasing your total step count, you’ll naturally be burning more calories, you’ll increase your heart health, and you’ll take one giant ...
Views: 1096 - Healthy Weight Loss Is About Lifestyle Changes - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Paul RodgersDid you know that there are over 30,000 hyped up "diets" approved by the FDA... and 99% of them lead to LONG TERM FAILURE! Healthy weight loss is not complicated, with simple conditioning and endurance exercises, fat burning cardio workouts and body building training, it is possible to get in ...
Views: 1096 - 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 Scoop on Stress. - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2005 from Deborah CaruanaStress is defined as a response by your body to any demand made upon it and a 'demand' means a change. Did you know different stress levels have names? For example “Neutral” stress is the amount of work it takes to maintain normal body function. If we give stress a scale of 1- 10 where ...
Views: 1096 - What Can I Do To Build Muscle And Burn Fat? - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Tim RyanThe goal of the majority of gym users is to build muscle and to lose fat simultaneously. If you ask a newbie what their goals are they will often say burn fat and build muscle. Here we shall discuss whether or not this is doable or not. So are people really able to increase muscle mass and ...
Views: 1096(1 vote) - World Tai Chi and Qigong Day - 04-26-08 - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2008 from Donald & Cheryl Lynne RubboA wave of healing will go around the world this Saturday, beginning at 10:00 and moving through all time zones, a global wave of goodwill providing a vision of hope and healing to a world hungry for such visions. Thousands of people from different cultures, religions, and every corner of the ...
Views: 1096 - 10 Simple Workouts You Can Do At Home - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2018 from Marcia JordanExercise is absolutely necessary for the fit body you’ve been meaning to build. But the idea of going to the gym every day and traveling back from it is quite off-putting. Besides, gyms can be quite expensive too for your budget, taking a toll on your time and money at the same time. But is gym ...
Views: 1095 - 2 most powerful tools which can make you happy - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2015 from Prakash SutradharI love writing, I love music, you love traveling, you bought latest smart phone, you fall in love, whatever we are doing, we are doing everything just to feel certain emotions. We feel wide range of emotions throughout a day, throughout our life. Or we can say we chase emotions. Certain ...
Views: 1095 - Athlete Vs. Exerciser Part 2 - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2008 from Charles StaleyLast article I differentiated between the "exerciser" mindset and the athletic paradigm. I equated exercisers with an amateur approach, and athletes with a professional attitude toward fitness. Most importantly, I demonstrated how the fundamental distinction between these two divergent ...
Views: 1095 - Blood type A diet-What and Why? - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2012 from Jason JohnDid you know people with different bloody types should eat different food?. Yes its true Dr D’Adamo was the first to suggest about this blood type diet. He devoted his whole life researching about this blood type diets and their advantages. Discussing about all the blood types and their ...
Views: 1095(1 vote) - Penis Dysfunction and Adult Entertainment - Frequent Fappers Beware - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2013 from John DuganThe pleasures of adult videos are easy to understand. Rather than spending hours complimenting a lady and hoping her clothes will hit the floor at some point, men can just log onto the nearest computer and watch lovely gals do all sorts of nasty things. If this viewing takes place in private, ...
Views: 1095 - Vertical Jump Program - How To Choose The Best Vertical Jump Program - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2009 from Josh AdamsIf you've constantly searched the web to uncover techniques to jump higher or step up your vertical jump, you fast realize that everyone is suddenly an expert, telling you how to boost your vertical leap. The problem is, most of these experts aren't always giving you the full story. I put ...
Views: 1094(2 votes) - 3 Tips to Work All Your Ab Muscles to Strengthen Your Entire Core - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Tyson FaulknerMost everyone in the world would like to have six pack abs or a flat stomach (depending on gender). It is possible for everyone to achieve, but you have to know the real ways to get results. You'll also need to know what activities will actually move you forward, instead of making you feel like ...
Views: 1093(2 votes) - Exercise to Lose Thigh Fat, Does it Really Work? - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Roger ShannCan exercises lose thigh fat.No doubt you will have seen exercises that are promoted and clever devices that people try to sell you that claim to get rid of thigh fat (or from any other part of the body). All that they do in fact is tone up certain muscles in your thighs but do not actually get ...
Views: 1093(1 vote) - Feeling Tired? 4 Ways to a Better Detox Program - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2011 from Christine EstersDoes it feel like no matter what you do- you’re always tired? It seems like you are doing all the right things; exercising, eating healthy foods, a getting plenty of rest. But for some reason, you still feel sluggish and lazy? If you’re doing all the right things, and still not feeling ...
Views: 1093 - Losing Weight Naturally – Top Tips For Developing Killer Legs… - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2015 from Peter KirwanAnother pretty large area of musculature that can easily and quickly lose strength and tone are your thighs. The same applies as it does for your stomach area, flabby weakened thighs will have a detrimental effect on your health and need to be worked on as part of your chosen method for ...
Views: 1093 - Smartlipo Triplex: Will it Work for Inner Thigh Liposuction? - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2012 from Emma RaeganInner Thigh Liposuction – Cosmetic Treatment to Shape up Your Legs Are you unhappy with the stubborn fat deposits on your inner thighs? Then, it is the right time to consider inner thigh liposuction. From the recommendations and statement, it is recognized that Smartlipo Triplex is the latest ...
Views: 1093 - Sore or Tired Feet Make Walking Miserable - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2009 from Kathy CrawfordIf you have sore or tired feet from suffering from foot pain then the rest of your body is probably suffering also. When you can't walk right you throw off your body's balance which can cause problems with your ankles, knees and hips. Foot pain can impact every aspect of your daily life. ...
Views: 1093(2 votes) - Military-style Muscle Building Program DVDs - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2008 from Tony SchwartzThere seems to be some misconceptions on the effects of a military-style training program. I have had numerous young men tell me that they intend to undergo a military-style workout via muscle building program DVDs in order to build large amounts of muscle and gain strength quickly. ...
Views: 1092 - The Unlikely Runner- A Beginner's Guide to Running - by Submitted on May 10, 2012 from Chloe HibbertI was that girl at school who permanently had a sick note for sports lessons. It was always ‘that time of the month’, a headache, a sore tummy, a sprained wrist… the list goes on. And my mum, faced with a palpitating nervous wreck, would diligently sign the notes excusing me from whatever team ...
Views: 1092 - What's So Great About Fitness Boot Camps? - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2012 from Mickey GlickThere's a lot of buzz lately about fitness boot camps and you may be wondering if joining one would be the right choice for you. There are many good reasons to check out boot camp training and here are a few... * Motivation. Exercising in a group is more fun and more motivating. It's human ...
Views: 1092 - A Realistic Weight Loss Plan: The Goal to Strive For. - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2010 from Bradley OhmIt has been medically proven that excess weight is a leading contributor to many health issues. Disease prevention and heart problems are a few of the major health risks to can be corrected by losing weight. Following a realistic and consistent weight loss program both long term and short ...
Views: 1091(1 vote) - CE-Fit Healthy Holiday Fitness & Nutrition Tips - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2010 from Lashonda JonesThe season of holiday shopping, parties, and added pounds is here! Society has made it a norm or expectancy to gain at least 5 pounds between the months of November and January. However, the holiday season is the ideal time to stick with a fitness regimen in order to help reduce your stress ...
Views: 1091(1 vote) - Exercise: Increasing Both Quality and Length of Life - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from James DiesenAlmost all of us know about the positive effects of regular exercising on our physical and mental fitness. It not only keeps us fit and active, it maintains a healthy lifestyle and keeps our metabolism at the optimum level. In addition to the well-known effects of exercise, it has been found as ...
Views: 1091 - Five Easy Penis Exercises that Keep a Man Ready to Perform - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2013 from John DuganEvery man alive wants to keep his package in good, active shape. Being able to obtain solid penis erections ensures that a guy will be ready when an action-packed evening of pleasure knocks at the door. But just like a person needs to train in order to do his absolute best in a marathon, a man ...
Views: 1091 - Girls Bodybuilders Diet - The Crucial to a Lean Healthy Womanly Type - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2012 from Adams LoisYoung or old, there is no limit to what the modern day woman can do when she sets her mind to it - whether or not it is acquiring for the major in her profession of decision or undergoing women bodybuilders diet program plans. Girls today are much a lot more enlightened on the idea of ...
Views: 1091 - Losing Weight Naturally – Extra Fast Results With Weight Training… - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2015 from Peter KirwanOne of the two main reasons for a person needing, or wanting, to lose weight is the age-old very human reason known as 'vanity'. The other reason of course is the graver issue of 'health' or at least the desire to be 'healthier'. Anyhow, with regard to vanity there's absolutely nothing wrong ...
Views: 1091 - Quick & Easy Workouts To Burn Fat - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2009 from i-Supplements comQuick and Easy Workouts For the majority of us, we live overly chaotic lives. So fitting in an hour, or even 30 minutes to workout is most often out of the question. I am there with you! Just thinking about opening up enough time in our schedules to workout gives me a headache! Luckily ...
Views: 1091(2 votes) - Walk Off The Weight - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2012 from sarah labdarMore than half of Americans would like to lose weight. But less than half of that number are seriously trying to lose weight. There are tons of ways to lose weight, but one of the most effective forms of exercise is walking. Walking off the weight is easy, affordable, and can be done anywhere. ...
Views: 1091 - Womens Fitness For Summer - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Teddy DanfieldThe summer is one of the best times to motivate all of us women to get into better fitness shape. The reason is we do not have as many excuses during the summer as the winter. During the winter womens fitness can be difficult because of the weather, holiday parties with all the food and it ...
Views: 1091 - Anaerobic Exercise: Pushing Your limits - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2008 from Greg McKenzieAnaerobic exercise is where the body is exercising at such a rate that the blood stream cannot supply oxygen to muscles fast enough. Anaerobic exercise is essentially exercise without oxygen. This happens during high intensity and cannot be held for long periods of time. A product of your ...
Views: 1090 - Boot camp Training For Women - by Submitted on May 04, 2012 from Shaun MichaelMany girls have now not considered joining a health boot camp to improve their common health or to lose the extra flab. In the past few girls have joined and got some great benefits of joining in a boot camp. This boot camp has proved their efficiency by helping the ladies to lose weight in a ...
Views: 1090 - Six Pack Abs Diet - 4 Top Nutrition Tips For Six Pack Abs - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from rena wongThere are so many fad diets for weight loss on the market that consumers are confused about which one to follow. Most of these diets tend to limit the consumption of a particular macronutrient (protein, carbs or fat) or food group. However, your body needs all macronutrients to function ...
Views: 1090(1 vote) - Will High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) Help You to Lose Weight Quickly? - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2017 from BARUN KUMARAre you looking for ways to burn calories and lose weight within a short amount of time? You can easily lose weight naturally by making your diet weight loss friendly, lifestyle stress-free and exercising regularly. But you must perform workouts consistently and rigorously to accelerate the ...
Views: 1090 - Benefits of a Personal Fitness Trainer - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2012 from jenifer smithA personal fitness trainer is a professional who helps to motivate and instruct clients through a fitness regime. Personal fitness trainers can specialize in one type of exercise, such as cardio or yoga, or they can teach a combination of styles during one session. Personal trainers are able to ...
Views: 1089 - Diet Success - 5 Top Tips to Lose Weight Without Even Trying - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Sophie JamesIn this article I’m going to show you how to diet successfully by giving you 5 top tips to lose weight by cutting calories.The bottom line is that there are two ways to lose weight – burn more calories or eat less of them. It sounds so simple, doesn’t it? So why is it so difficult to lose ...
Views: 1089(1 vote) - EFA's The Fats That Heal - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2011 from Josh CoffmanOne of the most concerning and misinforming issues is the vital role that fats play within the body. There is this misconception that "fats" are bad, and we should reduce our fat intake because it will lead us down a path of gaining weight and or potentially becoming fat. This is true to some ...
Views: 1089(1 vote) - The Best Lower Ab Exercises Revealed! - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from John AlvinoIf there was just one area on your entire body that you could change, what would it be? If you are like the majority of clients I have worked with over the past 17 years, it would be the lower portion of your abs (around your belly button level). Droves of lower ab bulge sufferers have ...
Views: 1089(1 vote) - 3 Powerful Fat Loss Secrets To Help You Lose Weight - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2012 from Jason CamachoFor lots of people it can be difficult to get rid of fat, especially that excess fat within the abdominal area. Notice how I didn't say "lose weight" because any time you take a look at this term it could mean losing excess water, losing muscle and also losing internal. This is the reason I ...
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