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- Self-defense For Women Simplified - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2012 from paul empeySelf-defense for women doesn't require years of martial arts training and a black belt in some of the more exotic systems. There is nothing wrong with participating in this type of training, but it may require more time and effort to get to the point of proficiency than you are willing to spend. ...
Views: 1421 - Optimize Your Health Club Management With Gym Software - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2012 from Rahul GuptaThe advancement of technology has provided us with many better ways to communicate, socialize, and organize. When running an organization, it is imperative to seek measures to ensure smooth operations. If you are running a fitness club or a gym, having a resourceful Health Club Management ...
Views: 1455 - Enjoying Endless Benefits with gym Management Software - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2012 from Rahul GuptaWhat is at the heart of your gym? It is certainly your gym management software. If you are still not availing the benefits of this IT solution, you are far away from success and growth in a competitive scenario in the true sense of the term. Flexibility and easy usage features make the software ...
Views: 680 - How to Stick With Your Workout Routine - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2012 from Sohaib SiddiqueYou’re going for a workout—this means you’re going to sweat, it’s going to be tough, and you’re going to get sore. But that’s why it’s called a workout. Your dedication to your workout routine says a lot about yourself. It shows how well you stick to your goals. This doesn’t mean that you have ...
Views: 1244 - 14 Things to know when you have to Lose Weight - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2012 from Rajkumar JonnalaExercise If you have gained weight, it must be clearly indicating that you have lessened your physical work. It does not mean getting to a heavy schedule of work out sessions as it will make you tired. Get a trainer for specific details because he will help you to know which exercises should be ...
Views: 677 - Beginning with Proper Exercises for Heart Patients - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2012 from Jennifer EdesonHeart diseases can attack your body due to obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol level, diabetes, etc. After a heart disease is detected in your body, you are advised to take care of you diet and life style. To keep yourself fit and fine, you need to do proper exercises. Regular ...
Views: 1230 - Simple Tips to Reduce Fat and Build Muscle - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2012 from Anthony GruberThis article provides the basic framework for any successful fitness routine that involves strength training. Use these principles to make your fitness program successful, and to optimize your time in the gym. Fitness principles are listed in order of priority. Vital principles are listed ...
Views: 942(1 vote) - 6 Ways to Kick Your Metabolism and Fat Loss Into High Gear - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Mike MatthewsDo you want to speed up your fat loss? Here are my six favorite strategies for melting fat away as quickly as possible. Have you ever been in the following situation? You feel like you’re giving 110% in the gym, you’re doing cardio, and you’re eating clean…but you’re still a bit soft in ...
Views: 1555(1 vote) - 3 Effective Means Of Bringing In Beta Carotene Supplements And Best Daily Vitamin - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2012 from Mike TysonBy excessive promotions or by misinformation, whatever be the reasons, the sale and consumption of vitamins has become a commonality in the modern day. Common man as well as physicians is openly talking about vitamins and minerals of different types. Sale of various medicinal and non-medicinal ...
Views: 990 - Health Supplements – Who Should Use Them? - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2012 from ultralife shopHealth is important to everyone so no one wants to have bad health conditions. In the present world health is affected due to several factors which include environmental factors, modern life style, popularity of junk, and processed food etc all these factors contribute to affect the health. ...
Views: 680 - 3 Misconceptions About Living A Healthy Life - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2012 from Rachael RoehmholdtWhen it comes to being healthy, most of us have an idea as to what that looks like. In fact, most of us think that it’s far more complicated than it really is or has to be. Being healthy is much simpler than many of us allow ourselves to believe. I don’t know if it’s because we’ve all seen too ...
Views: 1175 - Are You Really Studying Tai Chi and is it Effective for Stress? Part 2 - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2012 from Martin Eisen4. Tai Chi for Stress-related Symptoms Control of Hypertension In Wang et al.’s recent review (4) of Tai Chi, four studies (two with randomized control) were discussed in terms of its effects on hypertension, and all of them reported that it significantly decreased blood pressure among ...
Views: 2100 - Achieving your Goal Weight: 10 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2012 from S RodgersWeight loss can be a daunting task, especially when the numbers on the scale are much higher than you know they should be. It’s important to eat a healthy, calorie-reduced diet while engaging in aerobic and strength training activity that promotes weight loss. But there are also simple ...
Views: 786 - Fitness Trainer Shelton, CT - 5 Strength Training Tips For Beginners - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2012 from Marc OuelletteStrength training or any type of exercise can be intimidating for a beginner. Especially going to the gym for the first time, or trying new exercises at home by yourself. Provided below are some tips that can help you get started on strength training and gain confidence in your workout ...
Views: 1238(2 votes) - Cardiac Rehabilitation and Tai Chi - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Bill DouglasGreat news for those rehabilitating from Cardiac related illness! And for everyone else! The BBC reported on a US study of 30 patients which found regular Tai Chi classes gave patients better movement and reduced BNP levels, a measure of heart failure. The British Heart Foundation said the study ...
Views: 1495(2 votes) - Practical Tips on How to Get and Stay in Shape This Winter - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Chris RoyBy Kim Kash Remember how thrilling it was to watch Olympic athletes from all over the world perform at their absolute physical peak? Did the excitement of the Summer Games inspire you to start a new fitness routine or take up a new sport? We know it did for some of you: there was a peak in ...
Views: 1393(1 vote) - How to improve your fitness by looking slim and smart? - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from irfan uddinAs of these days, people are so aware of their health yet there are also so many people who have neglected their healthy regimens. Because of this, they are now suffering from different health issues and conditions like obesity. The state of being obese or overweight is one of the most common ...
Views: 848 - All About Cognitive Therapy Treatment - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Ultra SeoA lot of people around us are going through the state of depression and anxiety and need a major break now! Yup, the easy solution to deal with psychological disorders and tensions is Cognitive Therapy treatment. This is a type of psychological approach of treatment in which the diagnosis and ...
Views: 682 - Get a lean & mean body - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Trx FitnessWe all dream. Because dreams are free. Sometimes to have a nice car, sometimes to have a lot of money and sometimes for something else. Everyone dream according to its need and requirements. Some dreams more than others. But the crux of the story is that we all dream. There is a common dream ...
Views: 1479 - Food Nutrition – 3 Tips To Stick To a Healthy Eating Program - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Paul KlineOne of the first things to do in order to lose weight is start on a healthy eating program that provides sufficient food nutrition whilst cutting back on the total number of calories consumed. The problem is that you might not be able to stick to such an eating program because you might have ...
Views: 893 - Over the Edge: Conquering My Fear of Heights - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2012 from Carrie SabaI have conquered my fear of heights! For years my story was that I was scared of heights. Whenever I was in a place high enough where you could look down my heart would pump faster, my knees would get weak and I could barely breathe. My most vivid memory of my fear of heights was when I ...
Views: 6276 - Daily Exercise and Physical Activities - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2012 from John MuriukiA routine of daily exercise and physical activity are vital to living a healthy and happy life. Some of the benefits of being physically active are: You will have lower risk of heart disease, colon cancer and type 2 diabetes. Helps you reduce weight and maintain a healthy weight. ...
Views: 1221 - How to Remain Out of Stress Trap - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2012 from Mark SanchezIn present times, women have to play multiple roles of employee, spouse and housekeeper. Hence, a constant fatigue has become part and parcel of their daily lives. Moreover, high expectations and low support system results in drained energy levels. Working mothers should regularly take out some ...
Views: 1115 - Great Benefits of Cardiovascular Fitness Training - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2013 from Jonathan washingtonOne of the most important keys to fitness is a strong heart and vascular system. The best way to achieve health gains in these systems is cardiovascular respiratory exercise also called aerobic exercise, cardiovascular exercise or simply cardiovascular. We will discuss the benefits of ...
Views: 2527 - The Quick and Easy Way to Benefit from Detox Diet to Lose Weight - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2012 from Mikac R. WilliamsDetox diet is one of the more effective ways to get rid of your excess weight. What it does is to flush out toxins and harmful substances from your body. These substances interfere with the normal functions of your body systems such as your digestive and endocrine systems resulting to ...
Views: 1359 - Weight loss program that can last long - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2012 from amanpreet singhMost people dream of losing weight but seldom achieve it because of their tendency to drop out of any weight loss program or the demerits of the weight loss exercises that they are doing. It is often thought that the main reason why some people are overweight is that they eat too much. Most ...
Views: 783 - How to Quickly Gain Muscle: The Simple Science of Building Mass Fast - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2013 from Mike MatthewsSo you’re looking to quickly gain muscle? You’ve come to the right place. Gaining muscle quickly is simply a matter of diligently applying the laws of muscle growth, which are as certain, observable, and irrefutable as those of physics. When you throw a ball in the air, it comes down. ...
Views: 1735(1 vote) - Yoga tops and Capri pants for exercises - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2012 from kyla smithYoga is one of the most essential daily exercises, needed for good health. There are certain yoga garments, needed by women during the exercises. The word means connection, that is, connection and coordination between mind and body. For this purpose, the person should be peaceful and ...
Views: 1595 - Ballroom Dancing Is Perfect For Health And Enjoyment - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2012 from paul empeyBallroom dancing offers far more than just having a great time while looking sophisticated. It has many health and emotional benefits as well. Of the numerous methods individuals may go about getting the mind and body into excellent shape, this form of dance also provides performers a boost in ...
Views: 1792 - Personal Trainer Shelton, CT - Top Benefits Of Strength Training For A Healthier You - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2012 from Marc OuelletteThe benefits of a good strength training program are almost endless. It can lessen disease, strengthen bones, promote healthier joints and most importantly, having a stronger and leaner body. In this article I want to point out the ways strength training can help improve your lifestyle now ...
Views: 1513(1 vote) - Ask Astrid: How Do the French Stay Lean and Healthy? - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2012 from Astrid StrombergFirst of all, obesity is a problem all over the world, including in France. I remember in high school eating doughnuts every day – fresh, still warm – my favorites were the ones with cream inside! Yum. So good! But I also walked two miles to school every day! I went dancing every Friday, ...
Views: 1283(1 vote) - How To Stay Focused and Get Fit! - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2012 from Joey PoltorI get questions from Moms almost every day about how to stay focused and on the right path toward their Ultimate Weight Loss Goals. So, I decided to put together some of my best tips that I personally use and that have worked wonders for my clients. Now, on their own, these tips ...
Views: 1363 - Life Is Full Of Fun! And Fat People Cannot Have All The Fun - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2012 from Trx FitnessDon’t think life is thrilling? You must be fat Life is full of fun. One can never get tired of enjoying the fun that life can provide. And fun that can rush our adrenaline to the fullest. Imagine that you are on a vacation and you have to climb a mountain. But considering the fact that you ...
Views: 1718(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 - Now, a great way to tame your weight - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2012 from deepa mukharjeeWhen it comes to sweets and desserts, there are not many who can refuse them. Most people do not watch their weight and health where sweetmeats are concerned. All they want is that scrumptious piece of cookie or a soft slice of cake crumbling on their tongues! But what follows is something that ...
Views: 671 - Useful Tips About Golf Swing Basics - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2012 from paul empeyGolf is one of the most popular sports. It is very easy to pick up and can be learned in minutes but will take you years to master. If you want to be good at this sport, golf swing basics is something you must learn because your stroke can make or break your game. Keeping in mind these tips ...
Views: 1638 - Eat Healthily, Don’t Diet. 10 Ways to do This - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Richard ClarkeAs a personal trainer I have seen hundreds of people yo-yo dieting. They will get to a point where they think they need to go on a diet, they do it, lose weight, eventually fail and return to their old problemed eating ways and ultimately put the weight back on. Why does this happen? • Lack ...
Views: 1081 - How to get a flat stomach in 42 days - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2012 from Lyubomyr BoketHow to get a flat stomach? To make your stomach perfectly flat, you have to do simple exercises during 1 month and a half. How to make the most challenged part of women’s body – belly – the most attractive? It’s not hard if to find effective exercises and make a good program. We can offer ...
Views: 1594(1 vote) - The Top Five Tips to Create a V Shaped Torso - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2012 from Joe Koppel,V Shaped Torso for That Fitness Model Phisique You find it in bodybuilders, you know those V shaped torsos that can make everybody around gawk. If you really want a V shaped torso to make yourself feel better concerning your overall health and the way you look, it is 100% possible to get ...
Views: 3182 - Slim Down With These Fitness Ideas - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2017 from Cee HarmonOne of the greatest roadblocks to fitness is lack of motivation. Sometimes, it is because you are hesitant as to where to start. Other times, it could be because you keep procrastinating, and you think it can wait for another day. The suggestions in this article can offer you fun ways to get you ...
Views: 1105 - Get Better Results Using The Proper Exercise Technique - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2013 from Jonathan washingtonYou would think that breathing is something that comes naturally and you should not have to concern yourself with it during intense exercise. The fact is, nothing is farther from the truth. For best results take a breath before you begin then breathe out as you exert and lift. Take a deep breath ...
Views: 1277 - Discover How To Exercise Safely And Efficiently - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2012 from Adams LoisFollowing a fitness program is a great way to get in shape, but it can be time-consuming. You should read this article to find out how you can work out safely and efficiently. How To Exercise Safely And Efficiently… Injuring one of your muscles could slow you down considerably and even ...
Views: 1060 - Simple Tips to Help Get Yourself In Shape - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2012 from Adams LoisFitness is perhaps the most important contributing factor to your overall health. Given the importance of health to your quality of life, and even to the length of your life, fitness should be a high priority for all of us. The simple tips from this article are meant to provide you with some ...
Views: 983 - Let’s find out a workout equipment with maximum benefits - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2012 from Trx FitnessWorking out is never an easy job. First it takes a courage to get you ready for the workout. And once you have, it takes a lot of time and expertise to find out that what actually the best work out equipments is there for you. Most of us think that working out with barbells and dumbbells is the ...
Views: 685 - 2 Secrets to Losing Weight, Getting Fit and Building Muscle - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2012 from Jon DyerI think people are hard-wired to put the cart before the horse when it comes to getting things done. Achieving our fitness goals is no exception. When it comes to fitness, whether losing weight, getting more fit and/or building muscle, we complicate matters by spending far too much time on ...
Views: 1151 - Getting Plastic Surgery in Orange County - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Kyoung KimPlastic surgery is now a common and accepted way for people to improve their appearance in a way that is easy and accessible. However like any other kind of surgery, plastic surgery or cosmetic surgery is medical procedure and has its limitations and risks. In order to have the safest and most ...
Views: 946 - Fitness Goals Require Motivation - Do You Have It? - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2013 from Alvin ChuaDo you remember that burning desire you have felt before when you used to want something badly? That feeling is known as motivation and drive. Many people fail to lose weight or build muscle, and although there are many reasons attributing to their failure, there are a few common reasons, and ...
Views: 652(1 vote) - Increase Your Weight Loss with Synergy - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2012 from Mike BuddMany people know that ephedrine and caffeine have synergistic weight loss effects that are highly superior to those obtained by taking only one of these two alkaloids, but less people are aware of two other ways that can dramatically improve the fat burning results achieved by an EC stack ...
Views: 1183 - Should Weightlifters Stretch? How About do Yoga? - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2012 from Jon DyerHave you ever had to scratch your back on a doorframe because you can't reach your back? I have. Does getting big and muscular require you to pay the price of losing flexibility? For many lifters, yes it does ... but that's because they don't stretch. For years I was big, but stiff as a ...
Views: 2080 - Craniosynostosis - Symptoms and Causes - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2012 from HPC SurgeryCraniosynostosis is a birth defect and in this condition, the sutures on the head of the baby close earlier than normal. Normally, the sutures close when the child is two or three years of age. If the sutures close early, the shape of the baby’s head would be abnormal. The causes of ...
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