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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Home gyms with free weights
- Having your own home gym with free weights is not only convenient but gives you the freedom to work out anytime you want. You save time and money, have no costly gym fees, no driving time, and no child care is needed.Having a home gym with free weights and a machine for aerobic activity is the perfect combination for your home gym workout routine. Exercise and cardiovascular fitness are ess...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Precision abdominal training
- It's almost impossible to turn on the television or open a magazine without being barraged by advertisements for washboard abs, the best abdominal training machine ever designed or a 'magic' pill specifically designed to remove fat from problem areas. In my previous articles I alluded to the fact that most machines do not work, in fact they actually can increase the risk of injury. Many of the mos...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Get moving...the benefits will last a lifetime!
- The benefits of physical activity are numerous and very well documented. Aside from substantially reducing the risk of dying of a heart attack, regular physical activity decreases the risk for stroke, diabetes, high blood pressure and certain forms of cancer. Regular physical activity helps to build and maintain healthy bones, muscles, and joints and reduces the risk of arthritis and osteoporosis....
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Reviewing weider home gyms
- For most of us non-professional body builders the Weider Home Gyms can be a great addition to our exercising needs. Driving times, busy and active schedules makes this product a must have tool in the convenience of your own home. The Weider Home Gyms are not cheap but still priced much more aggressively than many of its counterparts. It may not be the best (not sure what that would require) but fo...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Exercising - ways of staying motivated!
- The number one reason people say they do not exercise is lack of time. Not long ago, a twenty-year study was completed centering on the theory that, "There is not as much time in the day as there used to be." The study concluded that just the opposite was true. It showed that with all the technology today, we have 1.5 more hours in a day than we did twenty years ago. In other words, with...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Best flat tummy exercises for great female abs
- Are there flat tummy exercises that are the best for great female abs? Abs-olutely! To make this list, the female abs exercises must be safe, effective and can be done nearly anywhere. Your abs can be worked out every day. Here are great flat tummy exercises:1. Tummy Isometric Crunch - exhale, then suck in your stomach as far as you can, hold for about 15 seconds. Relax and breathe. Visuali...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Exercise ? more is not better!
- Years ago when I was a professional bodybuilder, I fell into the mindset that the more I exercised, the less fat I ate, the better I would look and feel. At the time this seemed like the logical thing to do. And maybe in my mind that was correct. However, from my body's standpoint, this was NOT the thing to do, nor was it healthy.If you have exercised for any length of time, chances are you...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Bodybuilding training tips ? to be a champion!
- Twenty two years ago I fell into the world of bodybuilding by accident. I had absolutely no discipline, determination or confidence in myself. After many championships, television shows, movie star clients and successful businesses here are a few training tips that I have learned along the way.1. MORE THAN JUST LOOKS: Realize exercise is more than just having a great physique. It is about s...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Exercising for life ? the magic is in the synergy!
- Synergy: the working together of two or more things, people, or organizations, especially when the result is greater than the sum of their individual effects or capabilitiesMomentum toward your goals is generated when all components of fitness are incorporated into your workout program." Heart-through cardiovascular workout" Skeletal muscle-through strength training" Jo...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Professional triathlon training taking you to your best
- There are hundreds of different programs for professional triathlon training that will work for you. There are even more that won't. For anyone who is looking for some great plans to get them going, think about your needs and your desired outcome.Are planning on being a professional athlete, training and racing to stay healthy, looking to make friends, or maybe just training and racing so a...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The cool down - recover faster & avoid injury!
- Many people dismiss the cool down as a waste of time, or simply unimportant. In reality the cool down is just as important as the warm up, and if you want to stay injury free, it's vital.Although the warm up and cool down are just as important as each other, they are important for different reasons. While the main purpose of warming up is to prepare the body and mind for strenuous activity,...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Triathalon racing, it starts at the beginning
- Long before you can enter into triathalon racing, you will need to prepare. You will need to prepare your mind and your body for the competition and the fight.It will not be easy, but if you stick to it, you can overcome all the obstacles in your way.Triathalon racing is a complex sport that just looks easy. What you don't know is that there was a lot of preparation for the average t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - When exercising right looks wrong
- For most of us we live in a black and white world. Good vs. evil, right vs. wrong. For a few of us the shade of grey is more appealing. In the world of fitness and exercise most people, novice and advanced exercisers (athletes) there is generally a correct and incorrect way to exercise. Just as in any other specialty or business there is much research that goes into doing the right thing from the ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Calf cramps - how to get more gain for less pain!
- I cannot imagine that there is anyone past the age of about 10, that has never had calf cramps. Let's face it, they are horrible. From having no pain and full movement to excruciating agony in a matter of seconds. I think that you can relate to that. If you are into sports though, calf cramps are far more common, and can stop you in your tracks. So what are calf cramps exactly? Anyone competing in...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Elements of exercise
- Warm upWarming up before exercising has physiological and psychological benefits. If you begin vigorous exercise without warming up, it can stress muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints and the heart, which can lead to serious injury. It's also difficult to mentally prepare yourself for a hard workout if you don't gradually ramp up your level of activity. And it shouldn't take long. All you ne...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Great exercises to tone & tighten your butt
- A question I am frequently asked by females is, "What is the best exercise I can do for my butt?" In my opinion, there is nothing better you can do for your butt than lunges. They target your glutes, hamstrings and quads, and can easily be modified for beginners to advanced exercisers.If lunges are new for you, begin with a reverse lunge. Start with your feet together. Step back with your l...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 5 little known benefits of warming up & cooling down after exercising
- While working out in the gym, I have noticed that many exercisers tend to skip two very important parts of their workout. It is crucial that exercisers starts with a warm-up and ends with a cool-down. As a fitness educator, I educate my clients of why they should include warm-ups and cool-downs in their workouts.Warm up before vigorous exercise is crucial. Warm-up prepares the heart muscle ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Forget exercise - go play
- Can't seem to get the energy or motivation to exercise? Forget exercise - go play. For most of us exercise is a chore. So many people hate to exercise, or just can't get motivated to start an exercise program. If you are one of those, forget about exercise, go play.Make it a point to play everyday. Find a partner. Go golfing, swimming, shoot baskets, tennis, volleyball, play catch, any kind...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Monitor your body fat levels for results
- A very important aspect in really finding out if you're on the right track or not, is to monitor your body fat levels. Go to your local sports store and buy some body fat calipers to test your fat levels. Record these levels along with your body weight each week and start to monitor these changes. You want to make sure you're building quality muscle mass and burning that extra body fat.By m...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Try different forms of exercise for success
- If you have always used free weights, then switch it up and try training with machines like "Hammer Strength" or "Nautilus". These are excellent weight resistance machines and they will really work your muscles from different angles and different intensities. You should always strive to find new and exciting ways to workout your body. Try doing all body-weight movements, which are a really great w...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Have a detailed exercise plan before training
- You would never build a house without a site plan, would you? You would never just pick up a hammer, some nails and start pounding away hoping your dream home will be built perfectly. Just like building a house, when you build your body up, you need a plan to adhere to and follow.Don't just wander in and pick out the first five exercises you see. Have a detailed plan of action and know whic...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Stay mentally focused when training
- When you decide to exercise, try to really stick to your training routine and don't get sidetracked by too much socializing. When you socialize with friends, your mind usually starts to wander off and you really start to lose focus on your main objective, which is to train hard and get out of there. You can always meet up with your friends after your workout and catch up on old times.A grea...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Keep exercise journals for real results
- Always make sure to keep a detailed training journal. By keeping a journal of your training sessions, you will have a detailed log of your every exercise you perform along with reps, sets and how much weight you lifted. It's also great to document how you felt before, during and after your training session along with any food/supplements you took before and after you trained. By keeping an exercis...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Strategies for alleviating the boredom associated with exercise
- Just about every expert in the ADD field will tell you that exercise is one of the best ADD management strategies there is. According to the book Delivered from Distraction:"When a person exercises, she sets in motion a cascade of events that her brain loves. She sends more blood to her brain. With more blood comes more oxygen. Exercise also stimulates the release of a plethora of nutrients...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Toning your abs - common exercising myths
- 1. The 'Chew Then Crunch' MythCrunches are good exercises for toning the abs and stomach if done properly and combined with a low fat diet. However many people think they can continue to eat what they want and end their day with 100 crunches to "work off" all the bad stuff they put in their body throughout the day.If you're not lowering your fat intake by watching what you eat...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to choose a good jogging stroller
- If you lead an active lifestyle and you want to include your new family additions in your outdoor activity then you need to consider getting yourself a good jogging stroller.Choosing a jogging stroller can be like trying to decide on what car to buy. There are so many things to consider when making a decision. A good jogger can set you back anywhere from $79 to about $400. This is a lot of ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Your guide to exercise
- Even light exercise is good for you, so don't get discouraged!The most important thing to remember about exercise is that you should pick something you enjoy doing first, and then worry about whether or not it's the best exercise for you later.The biggest mistake that most people make when they start an exercise routine is the choice of exercise. Most people start out excited, and th...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - An introduction to tennis
- Is tennis good for you?Absolutely - tennis is a gentle way of exercising for beginners, and for more advanced players is a very thorough workout. Physical activity increases energy and also helps you to stay healthy, fending off germs and infections. Playing one set of tennis would give you thirty minutes moderate physical activity, not to mention plenty of fresh air!How old do I hav...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Exercise intensity
- "Physical Fitness"Some physical activities (exercise) are not intense enough to help you meet the FDA recommendations for being physically fit. Although you are moving, these activities do not increase your heart rate, so you should not count these towards the 30 or more minutes a day that you should strive for.The FDA recommends light physical activities (exercise) last 60 minutes p...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Athletics and winning
- Athletics are pretty cut and dry in one regard; the goal to win. Having been in competitive athletics in a prior life I can certainly attest to that. Often however I see something that does not make a lot of sense, the need for society to treat everyone equal and to somehow over do or condemn the competitive aspect. For instance; I question an article I read in Sports Illustrated Women in February...
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