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- 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: 1368 - 4 Simple, Alternative Exercises to Spice Up Your Routine - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2015 from Anica OaksAfter a long day of work, running errands, and eating on the run, these exercises are guaranteed to make you will feel healthier, more relaxed, and ready for a good night’s sleep. Now instead of turning into a couch potato on your day off, you will have the stored energy you need to participate ...
Views: 1367 - Don't Go to Hawaii to Be Happy - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Anita JeffersonIt's all over the news! Hawaii is the "happy" state. According to a survey conducted by the Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index that asked over 350,000 Americans how happy they felt in their state, Hawaii topped the list with New England states ranking high as well. The study matrixed six ...
Views: 1367(1 vote) - Fast Facts about Penis Sores – Understanding Behçet’s Disease - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2013 from John DuganMen who suffer from frequent, recurring penis sores or ulcers, accompanied by mouth sores, may have an inflammatory condition known as Behçet’s Disease (sometimes referred to as Behçet’s Syndrome). Because symptoms such as penis ulcers are also characteristic of numerous other health ...
Views: 1367 - Stop Buying Into Bulk - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2013 from Joanna TaylorIf one more woman says: ‘I don’t want to get bulky’, to me in the gym when I suggest weight training I’m going to scream! Have we still not debunked this myth of women blowing up like Arnold Schwartzenegger at the sight of a dumbbell? I thought the recent London Olympics would have shown girls ...
Views: 1367(1 vote) - Stretches for Release of Chest Discomfort during Pregnancy - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2010 from Danielle VindezStretches can bring relief to the stabbing or moderate pain you feel below your breastbone during pregnancy. Enlarged breasts may cause your shoulders to slump forward, shortening your chest and shoulder muscle fibers. The pressing of your diaphragm upwards into your ribcage, from your expanding ...
Views: 1367 - BEST NEW WAYS TO LOSE WEIGHT IN YOUR FACE - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2017 from jean bamLOSE WEIGHT IN YOUR FACE How can the female with fat face do? What reasons cause female's face fat? Here is a specific look. http://www.howtoloseweightinyourface.net/2017/08/lose-weight-in-your-face.html HOW TO LOSE WEIGHT IN YOUR FACE The first reason of the fat face is: facial ...
Views: 1366 - Interval Training for Faster, Better Results - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2012 from Robert BraunHave you heard the term “interval training?” This article explains what this term means and how you can use it to improve your cardiovascular workouts. People usually speak of interval training to simply mean alternating high intensity intervals with low intensity intervals where the ...
Views: 1366 - The Major Problem of Kemik Erimesi Tedavisi and Methods of Avoiding It - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2012 from hazar umutayOsteoporosis bascially refers to bone loss because of which you feel weak and get tired easily. In this condition, the bones become brittle and fragile and the risk of cracks or breaks incresaes considerably. Such loss takes place when bone resorption exceeds its formation. This can happen ...
Views: 1366 - Advantages Of Using Elliptical Machines - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2008 from Terje EllingsenMaking the perfect choice of an elliptical machine can be quite a challenge. There are just too many models with differing features available in the market. And as their prices vary greatly, one can easily be confused with all the advertisements on print and TV. But in picking out the best ...
Views: 1365 - Super Calorie Burning Circuit - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Richard ClarkeIf you continually do something again and again then it becomes boring, exercise is no different. Being a personal trainer in Swansea I can assure you that it is vital that you don’t let your training go stale. I love exercise, it is one of the biggest parts of my life but not even I could enjoy ...
Views: 1365 - Fastest way to lose belly fat - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2013 from Barun KumarLosing weight is extremely laborious for several individuals. really it is so laborious that almost all individuals fail over and over simply to do one thing else future time. a brand new diet or a brand new work-out that presently has everyone's attention. There's a likelihood that you ...
Views: 1364(1 vote) - Hanging Leg Raises: A Superior Core Workout and More! - by Submitted on May 24, 2009 from Emile JarreauWhen you are ready to start training, one of the best things you can do for your body is make sure to include compound movements. Compound movements, which will hit a variety of muscle groups at the same time, allow you to work out much more efficiently. By working several muscle groups at one ...
Views: 1364 - Losing belly fat with fitness treadmill machine - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2011 from Charles OngPeople will likely advise you that shedding belly fat is among the most difficult obstacles in fat-shedding attempts. There’s truth in this. Seeing yourself in the mirror right before slipping into your working attire each and every morning, a nagging thought of “whats the reason it’s far from ...
Views: 1364 - The 5 Worst Things About Running the Boston Marathon - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2018 from Hannah FronczakThe hype is real. Running the Boston Marathon is a truly life-changing experience. The food, the iconic jacket, and the crowd - it's simply indescribable. That is not to say, however, that there are no downsides to the race. Just like my Chicago list, I've compiled some of the more "meh" ...
Views: 1364 - ***Definition: Fitness And Exercise Diet - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2007 from Debbie MolisWhat keeps a triathlon athlete going in spite of the heat and long hours of vigorous physical activity is a properly hydrated and fueled body. In endurance sports, nutrition is equivalent to keeping oneself hydrated at all times, especially during the game. If you don’t give yourself the proper ...
Views: 1362 - Life Fitness X5 Elliptical Trainer How to get more from your home gym. - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2011 from Daniel ZindrenMost people find Life Fitness X5 elliptical trainer the perfect way to get fit at home and having purchased thier trainer they set about using it without actually making a decision about what it is that they are trying to achieve. The evidence shows that you need to set a goal to really achieve ...
Views: 1362 - Sleeping Comfortably After Shoulder Surgery - Tips And Tricks - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2020 from Logan SandersHaving shoulder surgery can be a very painful experience. Sadly, this discomfort can continue for several weeks after the operation. Though it can make it harder to sleep, it’s important to remember that this won’t last forever. Use Ice Before Bed After the surgery, it’s common for you ...
Views: 1362 - The Role of Plyometrics in mixed Martial Arts - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2009 from Emile JarreauYou’ve seen them fighting in the ring. Those fighters are solid muscle––maybe twice your weight––but they can still jump higher and move faster than you can, somehow. That footwork and endurance is not an accident; it’s a result of a type of exercise called plyometrics. The thing about a sport ...
Views: 1362(1 vote) - Answers to Fitness Myths! - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from Michele CarmichaelFitness facts and fictions Q: How can I reduce the fat around my middle, or any other specific area of the body? A: Spot reduction is not possible! The only way to lose fat is through reduced caloric intake and exercise. Cardiovascular training is an excellent way to reduce fat, and should be ...
Views: 1361 - Give Your Backbone The Comfort Of A Car Seat Back Support - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from Matt HudsonAs the world becomes a smaller place, travel has become an inherent part of our lives and most of us need to cover long distances in relation to their work or for any other purpose. If you also belong to that group of people who spend a major chunk of their time traveling by road then you must ...
Views: 1361 - Natural ways to increase your energy, tips gathered along the way - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2012 from Carl Tuchy PalmieriEnergy Beat fatigue • An eight-minute spurt of vigorous exercise everyday can make you feel happier and more energized in 16 weeks. • Pairing your coffee with a good carbohydrate such as popcorn can give you a healthy caffeine jolt without a crash at the end. Here’s your energy ...
Views: 1361 - If You Want To Build Muscle Include These Foods In Your Diet - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Tim RyanIt is a well known fact nowadays that to build muscle diet is a key component that will determine whether you are successful or not. If your diet is poor regardless of how hard you train you won't grow. So just quickly we'll outline a few basic rules for a great 'build muscle diet' and then ...
Views: 1360(2 votes) - Walkable Neighborhoods Fight Obesity - And Crime - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Stephanie MannChildhood obesity has reached epidemic proportions and health care costs to address this issue have now reached $14 billion a year. But ordinary citizens have discovered an unexpected solution to this national problem: walkable neighborhoods. By forming walking clubs, Americans are not only ...
Views: 1360 - The Easiest Ways of Getting Rid Of Tummy Fat for Good - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2012 from Michael WilliamsShakes, puddings, powders and grapefruit: Name the fad diet, and you have attempted it, every time hoping it really is the one that works. Then you definitely watched that dreaded needle upon the dreadful scale drift immediately back up to where you started. It truly is embarrassing which a ...
Views: 1359 - Walk Your Way Fit! - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2003 from Laura Turner“It requires a direct dispensation from Heaven to become a walker.” ~Henry David Thoreau Have you been looking for an easy, fun way to get fit? One that doesn’t involve costly equipment or a ton of time? Would you like to: • Lose weight? • Improve endurance? • Tone muscles? • Enjoy long ...
Views: 1359(1 vote) - ***Book Review: Yoga As Medicine: The Yogic Prescription for Health and Healing - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2007 from Debbie MolisThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Fitness & Exercise. Fitness & Exercise can improve one’s overall physique, as well as their health, mind, and attitude. Amy Lundberg is the Official Guide to Fitness & Exercise. Yoga as Medicine: The Yogic Prescription for ...
Views: 1358 - 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: 1358 - Get Some R&R- Rest and Recovery - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2009 from Sean BarkerIt happens to us all every now and then, even the most passionate of trainers. We reach a point in your training when we lack motivation to train, eat right, we feel tired or come down with the flu... These are usually the symptoms of over training or lack of recovery. But it is not always ...
Views: 1358 - Jeans Cream for Instant Relief from Radiation Side Effects - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Grenefeld WauterRadiotherapy causes skin discomfort but cancer patients often have to undergo the therapy in order to treat their disease. Radiation side effects involve reddened skin, itching, a burning sensation, dryness and sometimes even blistering. Though many patients undergoing radiotherapy are often ...
Views: 1358 - Proud Body Program, Part 2: Posture - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from Darren StehleIn my last article I introduced you to the "Proud Body Program". I discussed some general concepts and suggested some homework to help you get started. In this next installment I’m going to discuss another aspect of physical health, your Body Mechanics or how well your body moves. Your body ...
Views: 1358 - Gym Weightlifting - Physical Exercise Can Restore Bone Mass in Osteoporosis - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2015 from Dan AlticWeightlifting is а common activity used tо meet mаnу diffeгent exercise goals, fгоm young guys looking tо get "swoll" tо older men working tо maintain muscle. Anԁ nеw research fгom thе University оf Missouri shows thаt stronger bones is anothеr reason fоr men tо hit tһе gym аnԁ pump ѕome ...
Views: 1357 - How To Keep Your Brain Young For Years To Come – Brain Health Part 6 of 6 - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2009 from Michael ColemanStop interfering! I hope by now that you have grasped the very simple but profound concept that the brain already knows exactly how to take care of itself for life…. if only we would let it. But we don’t and very successfully manage to interfere with its natural working by imposing on it all ...
Views: 1357(2 votes) - Too late to weight? - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2014 from Kenny McDowellAs we become older - even in to our fifties or sixties is weight training something we should not be considering? Perhaps it is something that should be given up at that age if weight training is already being undertaken? Now in my sixth decade (gulp!) I feel fitter and stronger than ...
Views: 1357 - What Are The Benefits of Weight Lifting - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2012 from John OxnardI’m sure everyone knows that weight lifting is the best form of exercise to build muscle. However, not everyone knows that weight lifting has many other health benefits that aren’t so obvious. Weight Lifting Promotes Good Posture The first benefit of weight lifting is improved posture. The ...
Views: 1357(1 vote) - HOW ARE YOU FEELING ABOUT YOUR FITNESS TODAY? - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2012 from Paul BatzDon’t you just love the holiday feasts? There are very few things I enjoy more than eating and drinking with reckless abandon over the holidays. When wine is freely flowing and the air is pregnant with temptation, it feels great to grab that extra scoop of cheesy potatoes. Or eat apple pie ...
Views: 1356 - Adopt Naturopathy & Yoga before it’s too late... - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from bhavna khannaNaturopathy is a science and art of drugless system or Alternative therapy of healing for healthy living. It teaches us how we should live, what we should eat and how our daily routine should be. Its main emphasis is to change the living habits of people and educate them to adopt healthy ...
Views: 1356 - Flawed Fitness Routines of High-Powered CEOs - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2016 from Lance BregerAre you a CEO, executive or professional? Has your health and fitness hit a plateau or losing ground? Do you exercise frequently and intensely, but experience any of the following: Cravings for caffeine, cigarettes and/or sugar Fatigue and exhaustion during the workday ...
Views: 1356 - The Classic Things You Will Do To "Shoot Yourself In The Foot" - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2007 from Charles StaleyFormer World karate champion and popular action star Chuck Norris was once asked if he ever made mistakes, upon which he replied "no." Seeing the surprised and somewhat incredulous reaction of the interviewer, Norris continued by explaining that sure, he makes mistakes all the time, but only ...
Views: 1356 - Are you training to fail? - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2014 from Kenny McDowellAre you training to fail? 16 July 2014 I see so many people obsessed with numbers when weight training? 5 sets of 10? 4 sets of 8?? 10 sets of 20??? If an exercise is carried out with a set number of repetitions specified beforehand, when you get to that predetermined number in ...
Views: 1355 - Benefits of Chair Yoga Classes for Senior Health - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2012 from John BirkTraining Yoga to seniors is now extra common than ever.Seniors regularly show determination towards actions that beef up the standard in their lives.For several people, growing older means focusing extra on excellent health, which most people take for granted. That is particularly true of bodily ...
Views: 1355 - Dance For Your Life - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2013 from Brian AkersBallroom and Latin dancing is so much fun and the proof is there that it also promotes wellbeing. Not only the physical aspects of dance but for the mind too and including social interaction. The benefits are wide ranging and less injury prone unlike other sports with heavy weight and high ...
Views: 1355(2 votes) - Whats important in a baby jogger - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2012 from Billy DelaneyAre you looking to get back into shape after having a baby or babies? Baby joggers are the easiest solution for your busy mother needs. Not only is it good for you to get out into the sunshine for a walk or jog, but it’s good for the baby, too. But how to choose among the many baby joggers on ...
Views: 1355 - 16 Easy Tips for Looking And Feeling Your Best - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2010 from Jason Tivis1. In the beginning, your fitness plan should not be overly aggressive. One of the biggest problems most people encounter when starting a fitness program is rapidly depleted motivation after only a few weeks due to an overly ambitious fitness plan. Two days per week of 20-minute low-intensity ...
Views: 1354(1 vote) - Top Tips to enjoy your Workouts at the Gym - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from Chloe HibbertAhhh, the gym: a heady world of loud music, pounding feet and sweaty bodies. Converted gym-bunnies wax lyrical about the range of equipment, sociable atmosphere and accessibility. But for others, the gym is akin to the dentists’ chair, something to be avoided at all costs. So what is it about ...
Views: 1354(1 vote) - Emotional Eating--The Stress of Emotions - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2010 from Richard KuhnsEmotional eating has been identified as the single largest reason people gain weight back after they lost it and it's a well known fact that 95% of all those who lose weight gain it all back. Everyday I read articles or books featuring a means of overcoming emotional eating. At first I was ...
Views: 1353(1 vote) - Painful Ejaculation - When the Peak of Pleasure Leads to a Sore Penis - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2013 from John DuganThe pleasure that comes with ejaculation has been described as transcendent, filling a man's body with such signals of pleasure that he's absolutely incapable of doing anything at all until the feeling passes. For some men, however, that pleasure is marred by unpleasant signals from a sore ...
Views: 1353 - To Lose Weight You First Must Lose Your MIND (Pt 1) - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2010 from Lynn SmithDiets don't work. Yet, even though we all know this, we keep trying them anyway; just in case there is that magic diet that will drop pounds effortlessly. However, you have probably been on dozens of diets, yet you are still struggling with your weight. The reason you may be struggling is ...
Views: 1353 - 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: 1352 - Sexual Stimulant or Health Hazard: Why Sex and Alcohol Don’t Mix - by Submitted on May 23, 2013 from John DuganIt is not uncommon for a man - or a woman for that matter - to be nervous about a sexual experience, particularly if it is with a new partner. A man may be worried about his skills in the sack, self-conscious about being naked, or just plain afraid his partner won’t be satisfied with his love ...
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