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- Gym Management Software For Simplifying Health Club Management - by Submitted on May 24, 2013 from Rahul GuptaThere are many health clubs gyms and workout facilities that have trouble compiling maintaining and accessing data related to their members. This is particularly true for large facilities with hundreds of members. For every health club owner. it is necessary to maintain the quality of service ...
Views: 570 - 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 - Knowing The Different Types Of Lung Cancer Treatments - by Submitted on May 13, 2013 from Michael HenryLung cancer is one of the most dangerous forms of cancer that anyone can suffer from. It is true that there are many different types of cancers, and the options for cancer treatments are also many. However, these treatment options can only be applied when the disease has been detected at an ...
Views: 641 - Healthy Food and Muscle Growth: Top 10 tips - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2013 from Bobi AvramoskiWell! If you wish muscular body then besides going to the gym you need to have a healthy diet. Many personal trainers tend to make you labor hard but they give damn to the nutrition. As a result trainees observes slow results and get tired. So, now onward, train yourself a bit smarter and ...
Views: 1394(1 vote) - Best Exercises To Get Hard Abdominal Muscles - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2013 from Alvin ChuaWhen most people say they want to lose weight, they actually want to get rid of their fat belly! There are many reasons why you are starting to accumulate more fats around your abdominal area. It may be due to your metabolism slowing down as you age, or may be due to you leading an 'unhealthy' ...
Views: 582(1 vote) - Using Battle Rope Training To Keep In Shape! - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2013 from Alvin ChuaHave you ever been to watch cowboys perform at the rodeo? You probably noticed how fit they all are! These cowboys are in great shape as they do a lot of work with ropes! Ropes do not just serve as a form of entertainment at rodeos, but it can also get you into great shape! You may not ...
Views: 757(1 vote) - Exercise For Better Mental And Physical Health - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2013 from Alvin ChuaIn today's modern society, it is easy to get bogged down by what happens in our daily life. Work and other commitments can begin to take over our lives before we know it. Having down time for your mind to relax is important to achieve good physical and mental health. There are many methods to ...
Views: 582(1 vote) - Can a Personal Trainer Help You Get Fit without Leaving Home? - by Submitted on May 12, 2013 from Brendan WildeIt's an old story. You join a gym, go two or three times, then lose your enthusiasm. Not only do you feel like a failure, but you've thrown money down the drain. For all the gym memberships sold each year, there are few success stories. That may be why in-home personal training is on the ...
Views: 1632 - Dental Health Is Very Much Important To Retain Beautiful Smile - by Submitted on May 13, 2013 from John PaulThe teeth are one of the most important asset of a person. It is so because it is the most vital part of our body that is responsible for smile. Teeth can affect the facial look of a person very much. This is the reason why people give more importance to teeth. There are many people who want to ...
Views: 709 - 5 Penis Health Conditions Almost Any Man Can Avoid - by Submitted on May 10, 2013 from John DuganWhen it comes to penis health, an ounce of prevention is truly worth a pound of cure. In fact, men who practice proper penis health care may be able to completely avoid these five common conditions that can strike a man below the belt. 1. Penile Fracture When soft, the penis is bendable ...
Views: 792 - Are you having an ‘Old Face’ day? - by Submitted on May 10, 2013 from Cynthia RowlandYou know the look, right? Bleary eyed, sagging cheeks and droopy eyelids - your double chin is working its way throughout the entire jaw area and that wattle is hanging lower than ever. Wearing an old face can be more than a confidence killer as you try to go about your day hoping that no one ...
Views: 2129 - Two Arm Exercises To Wave Good Bye To Your Flabby Arms! - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2013 from Alvin ChuaAlthough there are many fitness coaches out there who tell you that losing weight is all about dieting and that no amount of exercises will help, I disagree. Dieting is one of the most important factors when it comes to getting into shape, but exercising will tremendously boost your fat loss ...
Views: 727(1 vote) - Steps You Should Take To Get A Beach Body! - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2013 from Alvin ChuaWeight loss and achieving the ideal beach body we have always wanted is not necessarily an easy process, and this is especially so with the many temptations always present around us. Thankfully, if you are willing to put in the effort to keep to an active lifestyle and take a healthy diet, you ...
Views: 513(1 vote) - Keep Pushing Your Limits - by Submitted on May 13, 2013 from Anita AlleyneMy daughter is always suggesting new applications for my phone, so under protest I downloaded MapMyRun, one of a series of fitness apps. Being in my fifties and barely finishing 2.5km each run, my attitude has been to do it while I still can. Logging my performance was in the past, when I ran ...
Views: 1528 - 5 Exercise Myths – Busted - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Richard ClarkeWe have everything at our fingertips. The information available to us from books, magazines and TV, is just astounding. There is so much information out there, especially on the internet. The thing is a lot of the things on the internet come from people’s educated or not so educated ...
Views: 1774 - Sore Penis Woes - How Much Masturbation is Too Much? - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from John DuganCan too much masturbation hurt one’s sex life? Most men have heard the myth that too much masturbation causes hairy palms, or even blindness - which would certainly be worrisome if that were true. Luckily, that statement holds about as much water as the idea that a woman can’t get pregnant ...
Views: 21987 - Does Alcohol Consumption Affect Weight Loss and Muscle Growth? - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Mike MatthewsDoes alcohol consumption ruin hormone levels, strength, fat loss, and muscle recovery? Alcohol and its relation to health and fitness is a tricky subject. In small amounts—a drink or two a day—it has potential health benefits like improved insulin sensitivity, cardiac function, and blood ...
Views: 1765 - Which Form of Creatine is Most Effective? - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Mike MatthewsCreatine is sold in many different forms. Which is most effective, and why? Creatine is a substance found naturally in the body and in foods like red meat. It is perhaps the most researched molecule in the world of sport supplements–the subject of over 200 studies–and the consensus is very ...
Views: 2416 - 8 Ways to Improve Hunger Control and Weight Loss - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Mike MatthewsHunger control problems are behind most failed attempts at weight loss. The #1 weight loss problem that I help people with is, by far, sticking to their diet. This is especially the case with people that are new to a healthy weight loss regimen, which requires that you remain in a caloric ...
Views: 1173 - 3 Powerful Ways Working Out Makes You Better at Life - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Mike MatthewsFew people argue the many health benefits of regular exercise. We all know it wards of all kinds of disease, and scientists have shown it’s a great way to fight depression, improve intelligence, and protect against the cognitive decline associated with aging. Many people don’t realize that ...
Views: 1150 - The Deadlift and Your Lower Back: Harmful or Helpful? - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Mike MatthewsFor some, deadlifting is synonymous with low-back pain. Is this fact or fiction? In the ‘70s, top powerlifters like John Kuc, John Cole, and Don Reinhoudt had outstanding deadlifts, with personal bests around 900 pounds. The deadlift was considered the king of compound exercises. These ...
Views: 1486 - Squatting and Your Knees and Back: Injury Risk or Safe? - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Mike MatthewsEveryone knows the squat is an effective leg exercise, but is it bad for your knees and back? Like the deadlift, the barbell squat is one of the most powerful exercises you can do, involving the strength and coordination of over 200 muscles in your body. But, also like the deadlift, it’s ...
Views: 1466 - Water Retention and Weight Loss: You Can Lose Fat, But Not Weight? - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Mike MatthewsFluid retention can be an insidious problem to deal with when dieting to lose weight. Have you ever been rolling along nicely on a cut and then, out of nowhere, had your scale freeze up on you? That is, you go one, two, even three weeks without losing any weight, and without looking any ...
Views: 1583 - Weightlifting and Flexibility: Does It Make You Inflexible? - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Mike MatthewsMany people believe that weightlifting impairs flexibility. Is this true? Athletes were once advised not to lift weights because it would make them stiff and inflexible, and hurt their performance. Well, we now know better. Sure, being a hulking brute naturally limits your flexibility ...
Views: 2137 - Carbohydrates and Weight Loss: Should You Go Low-Carb? - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Mike MatthewsDo carbohydrates actually cause weight gain and prevent fat loss? The hysterical crusade against carbohydrates has reached a frantic pitch these days. From the scientifically bankrupt theories of guys like Gary Taubes to the trendy low-carb diets like Paleo, Zone, Dukan, and so forth, the ...
Views: 1252 - Cardio and Muscle Growth: Friends or Foes? - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Mike MatthewsMany people think cardio should be avoided at all costs when trying to build muscle. Are they right? Many guys fear the treadmill, believing it has a mystical ability to shrivel up muscle and sap strength. And many bodybuilder types bash cardio simply because they don’t like doing ...
Views: 2127 - Do Fructose and Fruit Make You Fat and Unhealthy? - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Mike MatthewsDoes regular fructose intake ruin insulin sensitivity, cause weight gain, and damage your metabolism? Many health gurus claim that fruit can cause horrible things in the body due to the sugar molecule it contains, known as fructose. I’ve known many people that were thoroughly convinced ...
Views: 1302 - Stretching Before Aerobic Exercise or Weightlifting: Yes or No? - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Mike MatthewsStretching improves flexibility, but does it prevent injury, increase strength, speed, and muscle growth, and accelerate recovery? The common reasons for doing stretches that involve holding stretched positions for various lengths of time, or static stretches, before exercise are the beliefs ...
Views: 2204 - The “Hardgainer’s” Guide to Guaranteed Muscle Growth - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Mike MatthewsThe “hardgainer” gripe is common among skinny guys everywhere. It’s time to put it to rest. Some guys believe that their bodies are genetically programmed to stay scrawny and weak, regardless of how hard they train or how much they eat. Sometimes they turn to steroids and sometimes they just ...
Views: 1854 - Muscle Growth, Fat Loss, and Your Genetics - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Mike MatthewsGenetics are often praised and cursed, but how much do they really affect muscle growth and fat loss? This one gets tossed around a lot. Genetics are a favorite scapegoat for people who can’t effectively build muscle or lose fat. But what are they, exactly, and how much do they actually ...
Views: 1554 - Use Stevia as a Zero-Calorie Sweetener with Benefits - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Mike MatthewsStevia is a healthy, tasty way to sweeten just about anything and control blood sugar levels. Regular consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (and particularly carbonated soft drinks), can lead to weight gain and increase your risk of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. Not to mention ...
Views: 1004 - Stubborn Fat Sucks! 4 Strategies for Losing It For Good - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Mike MatthewsBelly fat, thigh fat, hip and butt fat…Here’s how to lose stubborn fat fast. Fat loss is simple enough–consume less energy than you burn every day–but trying to lose stubborn fat frustrates many. Have you ever noticed that certain areas of your body get leaner quicker than others, and that ...
Views: 1104 - 8 Healthy, Pre-Packaged Snacks Perfect for Losing Weight or Building Muscle - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Mike MatthewsQuick, healthy, and tasty snacks are an easy and enjoyable way to meet your dietary numbers every day. We all wish we could always have fresh, delicious, low-calorie foods within arm’s reach…but that’s just not the case. Packing fresh foods and transporting them around every day is a hassle, ...
Views: 1663 - Muscle Building - by Submitted on May 10, 2013 from Project Management CompanionMuscle building is an excellent choice for a workout routine. If you are interested in building muscles look into specific routines that you can follow in order to build muscles in your body. If you are already a little on the heavy side, you may think it would be harder for you to build ...
Views: 1342 - Building Lean Muscle Mass To Lose Weight Faster! - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2013 from Alvin ChuaHaving a greater level of lean muscle mass will mean that you will have a higher metabolism. This is because lean muscle burns fats passively, thus if two people were to be sleeping, the person with more muscle will burn more calories and fats than the person with less. However, most women do ...
Views: 702(1 vote) - Hill Sprinting - An Alternate Cardiovascular Exercise! - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2013 from Alvin ChuaSeveral years ago, I got introduced to hill sprinting as part of my exercise routine by one of my close friends. Since then, I have found it to be extremely useful for toning up your entire body if you live near a hill! In the following article, I seek to share with you how hill sprints can ...
Views: 889(1 vote) - 3 Big Reasons Why You Still Do Not Have Six Pack Abs - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2013 from Alvin ChuaGetting a set of ripped six pack abdominal muscles is the dream of everybody who wants to transform their fat body into a slim and toned one. There are literally thousands of programs which are put together to help people get the most coveted six pack abdominal muscles. However, the purpose ...
Views: 824(1 vote) - Can We Say Infrared Sauna is a Natural Therapy? - by Submitted on May 04, 2013 from Shane WatsonInfrared Sauna is one of the best saunas to reduce diseases. An infrared sauna is a sauna that heats a person or people using heaters that emit far infrared radiant heat. They are different to a normal sauna in that they do not use steam to heat the air. Rather, they use infrared radiation to ...
Views: 713 - Penis Sensation Issues – Why Safe Sex Can Be Pleasurable - by Submitted on May 03, 2013 from John DuganDo Condoms Make Sex Less Enjoyable? Many men protest the use of condoms during sex. Women are often told by their partners that sex just doesn’t feel as good when they are using a condom, or that it is unfair to make them wrap it up. This male attitude may cause women to feel pressured to ...
Views: 724 - Foreskin Care for Better Health – Recognizing and Dealing with Common Problems - by Submitted on May 03, 2013 from John DuganThe foreskin is more than just an extra flap of skin at the end of the penis. This bit of tissue, also known as the prepuce, plays an important role in penis health. From birth, it protects the glans penis (or head) from the outside world, helping to prevent injury and preserving sensitivity. ...
Views: 749 - How To Stop Giving Excuses And Exercise To Lose Weight! - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2013 from Alvin ChuaWhen it comes to losing weight, people find it difficult and like giving themselves excuses for not succeeding or not even trying to change their bodies. This is especially so when people give excuses so as to avoid exercising. The fact is that it is so easy to get sufficient exercise to look ...
Views: 552(1 vote) - Penis Tattoos – 4 Risks that All Men Should Understand - by Submitted on May 02, 2013 from John DuganWhile the idea of a penis tattoo may cause most men to physically cringe, there are some willing to brave the needle on their nether regions. While the process of a penile tattoo is no different than getting one on any other body part, there are potentially serious risks involved. So while it is ...
Views: 4986 - How to Choose a Personal Trainer - by Submitted on May 02, 2013 from Brendan WildeIt's not hard to find a personal trainer, but it is well worth your time and effort to find a qualified trainer who can help you safely reach your fitness goals. Whether you want someone who will work with you in your home or at the gym, examine these three important factors: 1. Training ...
Views: 1448 - Preventing Premature Ejaculation – Exercises for Boosting Sexual Staying Power - by Submitted on May 02, 2013 from John DuganA woman's body and a man's body are, quite obviously, very different. As a result, much of the advice a woman gets during her doctor's appointments just doesn't apply to the average guy. But there are some things women are asked to do that men might consider for boosting penis health and ...
Views: 824 - In Home Personal Training - Are You Using The Stability Ball In Your Workout Routine? - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2013 from Marc OuelletteStability balls are one of the most innovative ways to exercise. This round ball will catch every one's fancy due to their shape and very attractive colors. The real benefit of the stability ball, which was introduced by a group of Swiss medical therapists, is a substitute of support during ...
Views: 1534 - In Home Fitness - How To Stop Making Common Exercise and Training Excuses - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2013 from Marc OuelletteExercise and training programs can take some motivation and effort in order to make into a habit. Building such a habit out of exercising can be pretty difficult especially if you see it as just some other task that needs to be done. Looking at a fitness program this way can easily make one give ...
Views: 1555 - Penis Spots, Dots and Bumps – What’s Normal and What Isn’t - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2013 from John DuganAt the first sight of penis spots, dots or bumps, most men are naturally alarmed - easy to understand, since most have been educated enough in penis health matters to know that serious problems like STDs and cancer may be characterized by these symptoms. On the other hand, most penis ...
Views: 1124 - 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 - Role of Physical Therapy Exercises in Alleviating Back Pain - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2013 from Igor StilerPhysical therapy exercises are being used as a first line of treatment in alleviating back pain. Physical therapy when administered through professional healthcare can help people get back to normal life. Back pain is one of the most common medical conditions affecting men and women of all ...
Views: 1064(1 vote) - Erectile Function after Prostatectomy – What to Expect from Penile Rehabilitation - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2013 from John DuganA diagnosis of prostate cancer is frightening, and hundreds of thousands of men each year are forced to face the difficult decision about what to do next. In many cases, men are advised by their doctors to "wait and see" how the disease progresses, and some research indicates that, especially in ...
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