Here are some toning tips for your fitness toolbox in no particular order. Mix-n-match. Read one a day. Have fun! (more)
Most of us eat at restaurants for a variety of reasons; time and convenience are the most common motives. Below is a prepared list of quick tips for eating out of your home. If you eat healthy food ... (more)
If you are busy, not able to get up early morning or have no time for gym just follow this 20 minute home work out to stay healthy and fit. 1) Jog : in one place for 3 minutes 2) Jumping jacks: 25 re... (more)
Myth: You need to work your abs everyday. Truth: The best way to develop abdominal strength and tone is to work your abs to exhaustion. (more)
Are you concerned about taking care of your body before and after strenuous activities or workouts? Do you try to avoid supplements that contain additives and possible side effects? If you are ... (more)
Are you sick and tired of picking up that latest body building magazine off the shelve, opening it to the latest program on the current bodybuilding star and discovering that he is using a six day sp... (more)
Hey, we all want to shed some pounds and get back to the body that we had when we were younger and didn’t appreciate it but it takes discipline, planning, and dedication to make that happen. All too ... (more)
Once you know how much you need to eat, you can easily track that and meet your daily goals. Once you get into a routine (certain foods and portions) you'll have a very good idea of what you eating. (more)
There are a couple of reasons why most people fail in their attempt to gain more muscle mass: A. Improper diet. Most people are not eating enough protein and eating too many simple carbs. (more)
Cayenne is a constipation home remedy that is effective in producing peristalsis in your colon and aids digestion. It can be used regularly at every meal and when needed for constipation. Cayenne pe... (more)
Having an abdominal hysterectomy and the recovery time after hysterectomy are significant events in any woman's life. Since an abdominal hysterectomy is an in-patient surgical procedure, you should... (more)
Your body dictates your golfing ability. There’s no way around it. If you’re fit, chances are you’ll play better golf. If you’re not fit, chances are you’ll play poorly. While you should stay in ... (more)
I’m sure by now you’ve heard all about the amazing health benefits of antioxidant rich foods in your diet. Not only do these free-radical fighting antioxidants help you look and feel younger by slowi... (more)
The Proper Way to Diet The importance of a well balanced diet is very important. The goal of this article is to answer the questions you may have about a well balanced diet. A well balanced diet... (more)
Getting started with aromatherapy? Here's a little primer for the beginning to intermediate student of this practice, with some important notes about essential oil safety - There are three... (more)
With the popularity of low-carb diets today, most of us have at one time or another considered cutting carbs. In this series of articles we have discussed -low-carbing- and whether or not it's right ... (more)
Unfortunately, it has been proved beyond doubt that a large percentage of the United States population suffers from nutritional deficiency. Studies show, 30% of the general population has a marginal ... (more)
The first thing an absolute beginner should do is visit his/her doctor and get the all clear to begin a workout program that will include cardiovascular and weight training. (more)
Vitamins, minerals and other nutrients are essential to the health and functioning of the body and are delivered throughout the body by the blood. There are several vitamins and minerals that ... (more)
We have all heard the saying, “Rome wasn’t built in a day.” Those words are extremely profound, when thinking about correcting poor posture and alignment. It takes years to create poor alignment. (more)
One of the most overlooked supplements on the market is Vitamin B12.Your body needs this vitamin, in combination with other B vitamins, to maintain a healthy nervous system, maintain energy levels an... (more)
Working as a fitness professional, there is one type of question I get all the time that shows that many people are missing the big picture regarding the benefits of strength training. (more)
Other than taking a decent amount of exercise and following a healthy diet, we may feel there is little we can do to help our bodies maintain themselves. However, it is possible to boost the immune s... (more)
Most people think that in order to get that V shaped upper body like comic book super heroes, they only have to develop big broad back muscles and lats. Well, by having broad back muscles and well de... (more)
Caffeine is only one of several hundred chemicals found in coffee. However it is the most notorious because of the many physiological affects it has on the human body. Caffeine naturally occurs in ... (more)
We’ve heard it not only once or twice or even thrice but a lot of times. If you want healthy bones and teeth then pack up on the Calcium intake. While it is true that calcium is absolutely necessary ... (more)
What food additives are made up of may surprise you. Their affects on our bodies may even be more surprising (and possibly even painful). (more)
Polyols or sugar alcohols are a number of different carbohydrates that are neither sugars nor alcohols--and are commonly used as artificial sweeteners in a range of products, from ice cream to chew... (more)
Low carb diets restrict the consumption of carbohydrates. The difference between the Atkins and the South Beach diet is within the amount of restriction. (more)
Clover is a high protein legume that benefits the animals that feed upon it and contributes nitrogen to the soil. In today’s markets seed companies all claim to have the best variety. What do you thi... (more)
A good cold sore treatment can really be a blessed relief for cold sore victims like you and me. And, if you are like me, you want a cold sore treatment that will not only give you a lot of comfort ... (more)
As an adult, the same piece of equipment that made you feel light-headed all summer long as a child is now getting a new image as the next step in the every-changing world of exercise. (more)
In today’s fast food generation and sedentary life styles, not only do we have a problem in America with obesity, we also have a problem with constipation. Something in the past we did not always wan... (more)
Find out why overtraining can be as bad as not training at all in this article. (more)
Yesterday I was supposed to have lunch with my friend Margaret, but she told me in the morning that she didn’t want to walk to the restaurant where we were supposed to meet because she had painful ... (more)
Creatine is a natural substance found in the body, therefore, is not classified as a drug. It is legal to use in the US and most other countries as it is considered a food supplement. (more)
You have the ability to create your own mind-set. Whether your attitude is positive or negative, is up to you. The ability to change your environment, circle of friends, and attitude, is within your ... (more)
DEPRESSION in Teenagers and Children A while ago I did a blog about Adult depression. While doing the research on Adult depression, I learned quite a bit of information about depression in general, ... (more)
\"You cannot always control circumstances, but you can control your own thoughts.\" Discussed in this article: 1) The Sleep-Diabetes Connection. 2) Sleep and Depression--A Brief Overview 3) How A Hypn... (more)
With 10 million or more people with arthritis, the majority of them will have degenerative arthritis. This arthritis is called Osteoarthritis. Degenerative arthritis occurs when joints are overwork... (more)
Food cravings are crafty -- they appear from nowhere and hit you just when you least expect them, don't they? (more)
Ephedra has been used in ancient China for thousands of years as a treatment for allergies and asthma, but more recently has been touted as a weight loss product here in North America. From the Ephed... (more)
Good News: The ephedra ban has been lifted. April 2005 a federal judge tossed out the FDA’s ban on all ephedra products containing 10 mg per daily dose. The ban on higher ephedra content products ... (more)
The greatest mistake a person can make when exercising with children is to treat them like little adults. Children are growing and developing rapidly. (more)
Exercise bikes are a wonderful way to get a low-impact exercise workout. Of course today's bikes like those from Sportsart, Tunturi, Nordictrack, Schwinn, and Pro Form are a far cry from the bikes of... (more)
Are you noticing as you mature you are experiencing stiffness or pain in your knees, ankles, back, and elbows? If you are 35 or older symptoms like these may be the early signs of Osteoarthritis. (more)
It was Saturday morning and while I was making breakfast, letting the cats outside, and watering my half-dead plants, I had the TV on. Saturday morning TV is usually composed of nothing but infomerci... (more)
Are you fighting your very own fitness war against yourself? Don't give in to the dark side! (more)
Did you know that there are specific foods that may lead to bad breath? This is because of volatile sulfur compounds - the culprit in causing bad breath! (more)
Anyone who has ever been in a gym before is familiar with the gleaming banks of shiny exercise machines. Coming in all shapes and sizes, they are usually cause for the newcomer to the gym to pause and ask, “What IS all of that stuff?” (more)
It's much easier for the body to process and absorb the vitamins and minerals from fresh fruit. (more)
THE WONDER HERB THAT IS GANODERMA LUCIDUM One of the most apparent influences modern times has brought to people is their realization of going back to the basics, to the natural, and to the organic. ... (more)
There are no shortcuts to achieving optimal fitness performance, no matter what supplement ads may claim. (more)
Despite their importance to a wide range of athletic and sporting activities, the hip flexors are the most neglected major muscle group in strength training. It is very rare to find training programs... (more)
Home gym workout routines can take the hassle out of staying healthy. (more)
How do you take care of your body’s biggest organ ? Let’s think about this question for a moment. We eat low fat foods for our heart; lower sodium intake for out blood pressure; dental check up twice... (more)
I decided to tackle this subject because until quite recently, it was one of my biggest downfalls. I suspect that it might, and I do repeat the word might, be a problem which affects women more than ... (more)
Not many people realize it but eating breakfast is the secret to staying healthy. No matter how busy you are, it’s important to fuel your body so that you can have energy throughout the day. Eating ... (more)
The subject which occupied most of Dr. Price's research time was the multiple roles calcium plays in the functions of the body. (more)
There are many factors to consider when you want to know how long will it take for you to gain and build muscle mass. Questions like are you eating enough and the right nutrients to accelerate muscle growth, are you exercising correctly and regularly and ... (more)
Most doctors don’t ask you about your regularity. They may think it is not important to have a bowel movement every day. In fact, some doctors think its ok when you have 2-3 bowel movements a week. (more)
Almost everyone is aware today, of the importance of protein in our diet. Protein directly affects our muscles, tissues and organs. It also directly effects the development of these organs, our brain... (more)
As our country gains weight at an alarming rate, we are spending more each year on products that promise us easy, effortless weight loss. Each year in the United States, an estimated 35 billion dolla... (more)
To ensure that the Human Body runs at peak performance, which means repairing muscle tissue and to fight off infections, it needs to take in life sustaining nutrients. These are essential nutrients,... (more)
Hydration and Athletic Performance Water is crucial to our survival. Because our body is made up of 60% water, it is important to be aware of our body’s need for hydration. Our body needs water for t... (more)
Deficiencies in CoQ10 (also known as Coenzyme Q10) can cause or aggravate many conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and periodontal disease. (more)
Would you like to increase your intelligence quotient or IQ? You can use brain power exercises and techniques designed to help you long-term, but what if you want a quick brain fix right now? Maybe y... (more)
The Ironman Triad treadmill is a made-in-Taiwan exercise demon that retails for close to $3000. (more)
Some PGA Tour players have been playing for a couple of weeks in Hawaii and California. Others like Vijay and Ernie have been playing on the European Tour. Regardless of how many tournaments the pros... (more)
What is lactact threshold training and what are its benefits? (more)
You probably didn't know it, but one of the best times to lose weight is while you sleep. That's because the human body is designed by nature to repair itself during the hours we are sleeping. (more)
You have probably seen plenty of advertisements extolling how Electronic Abdominal Stimulators can melt your belly fat fast and quickly. Most of these advertisements will also claim that their electr... (more)
What is protein? Millions of different proteins occur in nature. Protein is made of chains of amino acids held together by peptide bonds. There are about 20 amino acids that can be bound together i... (more)
Are the Martial Arts still under development? What is a martial art? A martial art can be defined as any skill that can be applied in warfare. The word martial means "military." So traditionally, ... (more)
Before we are even born, synthetic chemicals and heavy metals of all kinds begin building up in our bodies as passed on by the mother through the placenta. (more)
Vitamins and mineral supplements are a good way to supply your body with nutrients that you might not be getting from your diet. Go down any vitamin aisle in a drugstore, market, or health food store... (more)
Due to amazing advancements in science and technology men have increasingly become dependent on machine and artificial ways of things. (more)
Americans by the millions are going on diets, running, stepping and crunching to work off those excess pounds. Unfortunately, there are many young to middle-aged adults whose health is being jeopard... (more)
As you’ve probably heard before, your post-workout meal may very well be your most important meal of the day. The reason is that when you’re finished with an intense workout, you’re entering a ... (more)
According to the Archives of Internal Medicine, more and more doctors are being encouraged by their industry’s board of superiors to write prescriptions of exercise for their patients, especially those with obesity issues. (more)
This comprehensive article is a complete review of everything you've ever wanted to know about protein. If protein ads have confused you in the past, come check out this article! (more)
How many magazines have you read where they tell you to take in X grams of protein? All of those calculations may or may not be correct but it depends on YOU! (more)
Most of us don't eat the perfect diet and we have struggles with food, same as everyone else. (more)
Fish oil is oil derived from the tissues of fatty acids. Fish oil is recommended as source of Omega 3 fatty acids. Fish oil products are becoming increasingly popular due to the many health benefits.... (more)
If you’re looking to get into a board sport why not try out skateboarding? Let me guess you and your friends go out on weekends looking for something to do but you’re bored stiff. Well I can guarante... (more)
Some types of food can trigger inflammation and rheumatic conditions, and others can ameliorate inflammation and rheumatism. (more)
Inflammation is a major component in most Rheumatic pain conditions or rheumatic diseases, therefore it is advisable to eat a good amount of food that reduces inflammation and reduce the ... (more)
What is St John's Wort? Extracts of Hypericum perforatum L. (St John's wort) are now successfully competing for status as a standard antidepressant therapy. Because of this, great effort has been dev... (more)
The marks of pregnancy. Call them what you will. But they are the one thing that all women dread will occur as soon as they get pregnant. (more)
What's Tae Kwon Do all about and how can it be great for your fitness. (more)
While most diet experts say that not everyone who has a weight problem is insulin resistant, Atkins says it is more likely than not. (more)
This article tells you which type of protein supplement has been shown through research to be the best for building muscle. It also discusses how to get the most from this supplement and which products use this type of protein. (more)
From day one my own personal life-long herpes infection has presented me with several ethical challenges. It has challenged me on the question of who to tell and when. It has challenged me on the ... (more)
Mangosteen, or Garcina mangostana, is a tropical fruit of the size of an apple. It has a thick rind and hard seeds and is grown in countries such as Thailand, Malaysia, and the Philippines. The fruit... (more)
A general 2-step guide that, if followed religiously for 3 months, should produce results. (more)
Many of you have expressed concerns about gaining too much body fat while on such a high calorie diet, and wonder if you should do some aerobic exercise to offset the weight gain. Absolutely not. Tha... (more)
Taking care of the colon seems to be a popular trend in health these days. While many in the medical and alternative medicine fields are saying that most disease and illness starts in the colon... (more)
This report covers the real causes of back pain. Basic Anatomy of the Vertebral Column Functions The vertebral column, or spine, is a complex system of bones, intervertebral discs, ligaments, muscle... (more)
Eating a bowl of oatmeal each morning is the perfect way to start your day off right. This article will explain the six benefits of eating oatmeal and ways to make it taste delicious. First off, the ... (more)
The -Holiday 7,- the title given for the average amount of weight gain experienced during the winter holidays, keeps popping up in articles. Is this statement true? Do people gain 7 pounds during the holiday season? (more)
Lets face it every regime has its own supply of useless folklore and half-truths that get passed on down the line from person to person. But I'd put weight loss up against any of them for what has to... (more)
The Front Squat: As you may have already discovered, the squat is at the top of the heap (along with deadlifts) as one of the most effective overall exercises for stimulating body composition changes... (more)
You might disagree with me on this but please hear me out \"The best and the only exercise program for you is the one you will do!!\" The next time you start an exercise program or eating plan take not... (more)
Now that the ephedra ban is lifted, where can you get it? (more)
This 2 part article series explains how to create healthy and effective nutritional and exercise plans in an integrated fashion along with an interesting history of the weight loss industry. (more)
One of my greatest problems with the control of my weight is the fact that so much self disipline is needed to achieve any tangible results. Ah, but I hear you saying, \"Whats new about that\" We all h... (more)
Your face is the first thing that people notice when they meet you. So, it is no wonder that skin care is big business! Millions are spent each year to treat acne, under eye circles, wrinkles, disc... (more)
Bouts of depression is a common phenomenon. Even very happy persons and great saints have to pass through the tides of depression. Static state of anything thing or emotion can be very boring in li... (more)
It is an unfortunate reality that many people suffering from ulcerative colitis will require surgery to rectify obstructions in the intestine. This surgery is often unplanned due to the fact that it ... (more)
Iron and Dementia In the US iron deficiency has been found to be a major problem in people of all ages. Everyone knows the lack of iron causes anemia. Iron is the center of our red blood cells... (more)
The body is a complex web of systems. Most are not fully aware of the complexity of the digestive system. However, most know of its opposite, indigestion. Most do not realize how amazing the body ... (more)
The word 'vitamin' has its root in 'vitamine' that means vital amine. Vitamins are powerful organic compounds found mainly in the food that we eat. Vitamins are essential for all human beings because... (more)
Do You know someone who suffers from high blood pressure? Maybe You? Then this is good news. (more)
One thing I really must say at the outset of this article is, that if you were to ask the majority of men to define cellulite they would most probably be completely baffled. Then after you explained... (more)
Wellness is the buzz word for health these days - so what exactly does it entail? (more)
Formaldehyde (aka methanal, methylene oxide, oxymethylene, methylaldehyde, oxomethane) is a colorless, flammable gas at room temperature. It has a sharp, distinct odor which may cause a burning ... (more)
Everything you ever needed to know about whey protein. (more)
Do you need vitamins, minerals and other dietary supplements for your health? If you do, which vitamins should you take? Most of us are willing to concede the necessity of having a good balance of vi... (more)
I can remember when there was only one “chubby” kid per class. (more)
Here are the major benefits of buying your own home treadmill. (more)
Zinc is one of those minerals that have been discovered necessary to hold off the onset of dementia or Alzheimer's. (more)
If you are looking for fitness personal trainers on the net, you will come across many many health and fitness websites extolling the virtues of why you should hire a personal trainer to achieve your... (more)
