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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Stretching and the warm up ? are you confused?
- Lately, I've been receiving a lot of questions referring to the latest studies and research findings, and one question that I receive most queries about concerns the role that stretching plays as part of the warm up.Currently, there seems to be a lot of confusion about how and when stretching should be used as part of the warm up, and some people are under the impression that stretching sho...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Stretching for health
- Lack of flexibility is now seen to be a major cause of general health problems and sports injury and is being linked to everything from stress. back pain, and even osteoarthritis. It also means that nagging injuries, especially around your joints take longer to heal.Latest studies show that up to 60 percent of the general population with bad backs and knees have tight hamstrings and hips an...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to avoid using your home gym as a clothes rack
- So here's the situation?You have a home gym, treadmill, elliptical trainer, or some other piece of home fitness equipment. But it's sitting in the corner of the room being used as a clothes rack. You haven't gotten any use out of it for months, and you might be thinking of selling it off.There's a reason why you initially bought this piece of equipment, and I can bet that it wasn't m...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The two greatest myths about abdominal exercises
- If you have ever read a fitness magazine...If you have ever watched TV ads about latest machines that will magically reveal your abs...If you have ever gone to a gym and saw tens of people lying on the floor doing crunches....then beware because chances are you are a victim of the two biggest abdominal training hoaxes!Myth No: 1Just doing some midsection exercise...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The truth about exercise and why its not always good for you!
- Exercise is often regarded as a panacea for many things..."if you want to lose weight, you must exercise"; "if you want to get those feel good endoprhins racing, take some exercise"; "if you want to help with stress, you should take up exercise".All of this may be true but there are times when exercise is NOT a good thing and should be undertaken with caution or proper supervision. A good e...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Debunking the myth of spot reduction
- Do you ever wonder how to shrink the fat on your thighs or reduce the flab on the back of your arms? Ever wake and up and dream about wearing your favorite pants from the glory days of college? Well, short of plastic surgery, there is no way to simply eliminate certain problem areas.The reality is that slimming your figure is not a simple task. In order to lose weight in one spot, you must ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Rotator cuff: exercises and strategies to prevent injury
- Have you ever experienced a dull ache or sharp pain in your shoulder or upper arm? Maybe you are unable to sleep on one side because your shoulder wakes you up at night. Perhaps, you have discomfort reaching behind your back to tuck in your shirt or grab your wallet. If so, you may be suffering from a rotator cuff injury.Rotator cuff injuries, such as tendonitis, bursitis and tears plague s...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Dangerous shoulder exercises
- Have you ever suffered from shoulder discomfort after working out? I am referring to aching or sharp pain experienced in the front of the shoulder or lateral upper arm that is felt with overhead activities, reaching behind the back or even laying on the shoulder. These symptoms are often indicative of rotator cuff inflammation. This is a common problem for many people who perform resistance traini...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - No pain, no gain isnt true for arthritis, but exercise is still important
- Recent studies have shown that exercise may acually help people with arthritis in a number of ways. It can reduce joint pain and stiffness. It can increase flexibility, muscle strength, and endurance. And it can also help with weight reduction and contribute to an improved sense of well-being.Most comprehensive arthritis treatment plans should include an exercise regiment. Rest and relaxati...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Optimize your exercise: maximizing the time spent working out
- Diet and Exercise are the inseparable twins that are seen and heard everywhere weight loss and fat loss are mentioned. This article will focus on techniques and tips that will help you to maximize the time you spend exercising.According to a survey of 3,000 professionals certified by the American Council on Exercise, there are ten common mistakes that people are making as they are working o...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to find a gym and start exercising
- There is hardly a week that passes without an article or study touting the benefits of exercise. Exercise to cure cancer, exercise to lose weight, feel better, livelonger, and stop dementia, the list appears endless. The benefits of exercise sound fantastic but there is just one problem. You have to exercise to gain the benefits! For many, this is a big problem.So, what can you do to get yo...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Exercise tips
- Exercise TipsThe most effective exercise regimen includes both strength training and cardiovascular (aerobic) training in a consistent, regular program.· 2-4 days of strength training and · 2-5 days of aerobic activity; or · 3-4 days of circuit training.Every safe and effective exercise program should consist of ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Top 3 back pain risk factors
- Lower back pain is an increasingly common problem in fact four out of five Americans will experience lower back pain at least once in their lifetime.Properly training the lower back involves selecting the right exercises to work this area and using good technique to make sure that you are getting the most out of the movement. Listed below are three important risk factors that may be causing...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Programming brief: exercise order
- One of the fundamental principles of exercise prescription, specifically resistance training, is the principle of exercise order. Which exercises do I do first? Which do I do last? Does exercise order really matter? From personal observations in the weight room, it would seem to many it doesn't matter. However, if you want an effective exercise program you must consider the order of the exercises....
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Debunking common exercise myths, part 1
- Myth #1: Heavy weights make you "bulky"Heavy weights typically do not lead to increased muscle mass, moderate weights do. Muscle mass is more of a function of volume (ie. number of sets x number of reps). Muscle mass is best gained using multiple sets (3-5) for moderate repetitions (8-12) at moderate loads (70-80% 1RM). Using heavy loads (85% 1RM and above) for repetitions in the ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 15 quick tips for people who dont like to exercise
- We've all had days when we don't have the energy to tie our athletic shoes, let alone bounce around in them. But exercise can give a daily blast to your mind, body, and soul.Here are fifteen quick tips to get you moving:1. Don't get intimidated by the prospect of a daily exercise regimen. You don't have to run a marathon. You need only get your body moving each day. Once you tone you...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - After wls: walking for wellness
- Step for step, mile for mile, walking is the best cardiovascular activity you can include as part of your weight loss surgery success story. Walking is easy, accessible, inexpensive, individual and effective. It is the gold-star sport for real people with real lives. Formerly stigmatized as cheap transportation and a senior citizens' sport it is now a credible and fashionable form of exercise. And...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Who else wants to get in shape in 35 minutes?
- Most of the physical fitness trainers, and coaches agree that doing some sort of resistance training, and cardio training, sets up a good foundation for all around fitness. What most people like to do is alternate days. M-W-F do resistance training and on Tues-thurs-sat do aerobic training or some other variation.Now this is not a bad thing but it can be very time consuming and for people who have...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Exercise: how to keep your kids moovin and groovin
- One out of five American kids is obese and the numbers keep going up. Lack of exercise is one reason for the obesity epidemic and it's a true epidemic that threatens health. In fact, this may be the first generation of kids in history not to outlive their parents because of obesity.Kids can play outside when the weather is good. What can they do when the weather is bad? Exercise is one way ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Exercise - anxiety & panic
- Yes, all I'm afraid this does play a part in reducing anxiety and depression. As much as you may not like doing it (I've never been a huge fan of it myself) but once you get into it, you certainly feel better for it afterwards.Exercise is also helps increase your lung capacity, makes your heart stronger, helps your circulation, helps you sleep better, makes your muscles stronger, gives you ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Why do my feet hurt so much when i run?
- If you are a seasoned runner you know the importance of a good running shoe. It can make the difference between a great running experience and potential injury.The problem is not being informed. Most people do not know that there is a proper shoe for your foot type. Knowing your foot type before you hit the stores can make a world of difference whether you want to do brisk walking, jogging ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to gain an avalanche of energy!
- For many people out there trying to become more energised and active they are terrified of committing to daily activity. It is so engrained in their minds that they might over train that they literally shy away from daily physical training and instead follow the herd and train two or three times per week.If you really want to create energy, enthusiasm, and positive forward momentum in your ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 10 user friendly habits for successful home gym training
- Are you dissatisfied with your current training program? Are you not achieving the results you had hoped for when you started training? If you are you stuck on a fitness plateau and are in need of some tips on how to start seeing progress then keep reading.I am sure you want to see results from your training program (why would you do it if you didn't want to see results, right?). You can st...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Speed training with intensity - bound to get faster
- Bounding can be a great addition to your high intensity workouts - and it's essential to getting faster.I remember the first time that I ever bounded for speed. I was a wee sophomore in high school when a graduate from our school - who was playing college football - came back to work out at one of our track practices.Joe - his real name - came back with some great new drills - includ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Lower back extension exercise
- This is an excellent exercise for the lower back that is very simple to perform. This exercise requires no equipment and it can be performed almost anywhere, even at your office. Many people neglect to do exercises that focus on your lower back. Your lower back, Erector Spinae, supports your upper body and affects almost every sport and every day activity that you do. It is important that you exer...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Thirty minutes of exercise a day keeps the doctor away
- "Exercise is good for you!" If you had a dollar for every time you heard this statement uttered, you'd be rich by now, right? Well, proponents of everyday physical activity aren't just blowing smoke when they repeat this mantra. Medical research has uncovered resounding evidence to back up this "good for you" claim. In fact, the U.S. Surgeon General, the American College of Spo...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Incorporating physical activity into your daily routine not as hard as you think
- You already know that getting at least 30 minutes of exercise each and every day is good for you, but putting that assertion into actual practice is an entirely different matter, right? Contrary to what you might think, making physical activity an everyday habit isn't rocket science. There's no secret code for success waiting to be cracked. In fact, it's something that can be worked into your usua...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to pick a good personal trainer
- One of the major benefits of the YourBestBodyNOW Program and several other programs like it is that you can lose weight and meet your fitness and weight loss goals even if you have neither the time nor money to get a personal trainer.At the same time, if you do ultimately decide to hire trainer at some point, I want to make sure that you are going about it in a way that will bring yo...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Weight loss and exercise in tough environmental conditions
- Working out is working out, right?Wrong.Depending on the environmental conditions where youlive, there may be extra precautions that you'll want to consider when trying to lose weight by following a healthy diet and weight loss program.High AltitudesHigh altitude environments have less available oxygen then those closer to sea level. One of the effe...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Exercise program
- The exercise program you choose depends entirely on your fitness goals. The exercises you will be doing and the approach you take in performing these exercises will depend on whether you wish to gain muscle and strength, tone and lose weight or just stay in shape and be healthy. I will briefly describe a sample exercise program that can be adapted for all people regardless of their age or fitness ...