In part one of this series I discussed some tips to keep your strength and muscle, or even gain some during the wrestling season. In part two of this series I will give you ten sure-fire tips for improving your “wrestling strength- and therefore your wrestling performances. (more)
Metabolism basically means the count of calories you burn per day. Repeatedly you have might read from the articles about accelerating the rate of metabolism. The most common reasons are consuming hi... (more)
Here are some toning tips for your fitness toolbox in no particular order. Mix-n-match. Read one a day. Have fun! (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)
21 things most fit people have in common. (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)
1. Start Eating a Lot More! That’s right, you read it correctly…YOU MUST EAT MORE—A whole lot more than you’re eating right now. You have to eat 5-7 meals a day to fire up your metabolism to lose w... (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)
It's possible to learn HOW to better your health in only 4 steps and this article will show you how. Each step is a bite-sized nugget of healthy living information you can actually use. (more)
Are you just plain fed up because you haven't lost weight for a long time now on that latest fad diet, well please stop! Don't even think about trying another diet, because it will only produce the ... (more)
If you’re reading this article, it’s a good bet that you have a radiating pain running down the back of your leg that just won’t go away. If what I’m about to tell you sounds familiar, don’t worry, ... (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)
You can lower cholesterol without drugs by following some basic steps that will not only change your cholesterol readings, but also improve your health today and in the future. So often we use a pre... (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)
Are you looking for that "jump start" to rev your metabolism and get you bathing suit ready? The following eight tips will improve your workouts and ignite your metabolism. Try some or all of these... (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)
Abdominal Exercise When most people start on a weight-loss regime the first thing they wish to attack is their waistline. They start off with visions of turning a beer gut into an abdominal six-pack.... (more)
Eating the right kind of food is what can give you a strong immune system and help you prevent sickness and all kinds of skin blemishes including acne. Here are some of the foods that can help you ... (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)
When I was a young boy, emerging muscles were the coolest thing. If a vein popped out a little, that was even more awesome. There were no fitness centers or body building gyms to amount to anything ... (more)
The effects of anger on health have more to do with duration than frequency and intensity. The normal experience of overt anger lasts only a few minutes. But the subtle forms of anger, such as resent... (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)
One question that has popped up a few times in my email in box relates to the issue of hormones in whey protein supplements. Are there hormones in your whey? (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)
What if by making a few small changes in your nutrition and eating habits you could add up to a 50% gain in muscle mass and loose up to 18% extra fat. Well you could be robbing yourself of these gain... (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)
It's amazing how excess weight creeps up on you in your thirties without you becoming aware of it. Suddenly you catch sight of yourself in a shop window or you see a picture taken at your friends wed... (more)
Back pain is one thing most likely to elicit a twinge of sympathy from the hardest of hearts. It is estimated that every person in the world will suffer from it in his/her lifetime - mild to serious,... (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)
In the history of fitness and aerobics, elliptical machines are the only aerobic products who made a breakthrough. Almost all gyms, fitness clubs and even homes have already acquired their own ... (more)
One of the main benefits of Pilates is it refreshes your physical and mental well-being. Pilates is a series of controlled movements that unite the body and mind and creates a direct connection to the muscles. (more)
"7 Tips To Help You Power Up On The Bench Press" Let’s face it, we all want a big bench press. There is something magical about the bench press. It's the feeling you get when you pump the chest ... (more)
There are as many varied opinions on what “plan” one should follow to build muscle, as there are people who have those opinions. On one thing they do agree, however. You must have a regimen. · You ca... (more)
“Do I need supplements to gain muscles fast?-, “What supplementations are needed for body building beginners?-, “Are the nutrients from my daily meals enough for me to gain bigger muscles fast?- (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)
There are many breathing and relaxation techniques that you can learn to use to promote relaxation and relieve stress. The deeper and slower that you breathe the more relaxed and sedated you will ... (more)
So you want to build big muscles? Simple isn't it? Just join a gym and hit those weights regularly and viola, in a couple of months, you will gain so much muscle mass that you are ready to take on ... (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)
Incline treadmill is suitable for wide range of therapies and workouts. Incline treadmill provides a more challenging way to increase the workload in terms of distance without going faster. Incline t... (more)
One of the common comments I hear from my female clients is, -Please don’t give me any weights work – I don’t want any muscle, I just want to tone.- The reasons differ from client to client, but it ... (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)
When you exercise, your brain releases chemicals called endorphins that produce a feeling of euphoria – the so called “runner’s high- that people can become chemically addicted to. (more)
Carpal tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is one of many musculoskeletal injuries listed under the broader terms of Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) or Cumulative Trauma Disorder (CTD). A number of other injuries ... (more)
What can you expect from a visit with a Chiropractor for lower back problems. (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)
The term commonly used with fat burning supplements is often thermogenics, which as the name suggests, has to do with temperature. These supplements have been shown to help increase the body's temperature enabling the body's ability to burn calories as heat; to be used as energy, thereby preventing them from being stored a fat. (more)
by Deborah Caruana RN, MES, CPT (more)
Are you one of those people who can drop off to sleep anywhere? Do you find that you are going to sleep at inappropriate times? Are you constantly fighting to stay awake during the day despite having... (more)
# 1) The first thing to do in the morning is to “Start Exercising “. The first thing you should do in the morning to have some cardio work out for at least half an hour. Studies have shown that havi... (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)
3 common exercise myths debunked by a leading expert. (more)
In my experience there are two distinct types of muscular fatigue associated with intense progressive resistance training (only intense training is sufficient to trigger muscle hypertrophy) and these... (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)
Salt (sodium) plays an important role in the regulation of muscle contraction, fluid balance and nerve impulses in the human body and it is essential for overall good health. All our body fluids ... (more)
Obesity is now being called an epidemic in the health community. In fact, it will soon be the leading cause of preventable death in the United States, even ahead of cigarette smoking. Obesity leads t... (more)
What is fat? There are three classes of nutrients; proteins, carbohydrates and fat, which is also known as lipid. Fat’s function is to provide energy for the body, and pound per pound it contains mor... (more)
Lately, I've been hearing alot of buzz about No2 and it's possible effects on building muscle. No2 has been around for a couple of years and there has been plenty of people who have tried this part... (more)
What would you do with increased stamina, decreased anxiety, and solid peace of mind? You would probably get more done in less time--at the very least, each day would be more enjoyable. In the long ... (more)
Here are some calories burned estimates for elliptical workouts - and several tips to burn more calories with your elliptical trainer. (more)
When I joined my first commercial gym back in 1988 I began to explore new approaches to weight training. The wide assortment of weight training equipment was staggering for someone who had worked out... (more)
One of the most frequently asked questions is do the use of elliptical trainers help me burn calories compared to other cardio machines? With our busy schedules it is completely understandable that ... (more)
So which exercise machine is better: the treadmill or the elliptical trainer? (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)
This article explores why full bodyweight exercises are important and contains a few instructional examples. (more)
Natural shea butter is extracted from the pit of a fruit that grows only on the magnifolia tree in Central and Western Africa. The pits are taken from the fruit, boiled, and then sun dried for 3 – 5 ... (more)
Most people get their health out of a bottle these days, be it a bottle of vitamins or pharmaceuticals. However, with a little effort and dedication you really can get a hold on your life, turn it .. (more)
This article covers some sound principles all exercise programs should follow. (more)
Exercise rowing machines are a great way to get aerobic exercise. The more muscles you use when you exercise, the less time it takes to give your body a full workout. Rowing moves your body... (more)
Fat burners have become very popular in today's society, especially in America. It seems that everyone is looking for a "quick fix" to their problem... (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)
Almond is a highly nutritious, effective health-building food both for the body and mind and a valuable food remedy for common ailments. The thin-skinned among the sweet variety is best for use. It i... (more)
These 8 principles need to be a part of every fitness goal setting process. (more)
Golf core exercises. You hear that phrase quite often on the television by the commentators referring to the area a lot of the touring pros focus on to improve their power output and prevent low bac... (more)
Golf exercise benefits are many. Golfers have struggled for years with their games and have become very frustrated. I can’t tell you how many times I play with golfers who are about to quit the gam... (more)
I had a very interesting conversation during my workout this morning at the gym. I was performing a series of golf flexibility drills (Tops, Windmills, and Spiders to be exact) and a friend and very go... (more)
Golf swing power is truly sought after by many golfers short and tall. A powerful golf swing can be easily accomplished if you’re standing 6ft tall over the golf ball. Knowing the right mechanics of ... (more)
For people who are into playing golf, nothing matters most for them than to have a better score when playing the game. This is because most golfers usually take their gratifications in the scores ... (more)
The barbell hack squat allows for the benefits of weighted squats to be utilized with an emphasis on safety over the traditional barbell squat. This exercise works the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glu... (more)
There are two main categories of headaches, primary and secondary. Primary headaches are not caused by underlying medical conditions while secondary headaches are the end result of some other medical... (more)
This article outlines the basics of dieting and exercise from a health and medical perspective. (more)
Did you know that spending long hours at your computer can put your health at serious risk? Most people does not even consider that possibility, but t does, Working at a desk is extremely hard on you... (more)
The other day I had a female customer bring in her bag of supplements. It was a rather large bag and we started to go through each bottle and what she was using it for. (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 exercise programs are a great way to keep fit and lose weight. Along with proper diet and nutrition, an exercise program can help speed your metabolism and burn calories faster. There are ... (more)
Home gym workout routines can take the hassle out of staying healthy. (more)
After having seen so many home gyms I thought I would put everything together and give you the best available opinion about each. Lets now see the Bowflex home gyms. Bowflex has many home gyms, they ... (more)
The primary reason we need to eat food is to provide fuel for the body. This fuel comes from the breakdown of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. To explain it simply, food is broken down to produce e... (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)
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)
I often hear from amateur golfers about how training with weights makes them feel "tight" and it ruin’s their golf swing. Traveling on the PGA Tour I disagree with this point of view completely. (more)
Whether you are a sprinter, middle distance, or long distance runner, a properly executed strength training program will be the key to improving your running times. If you’re a runner, you MUST stren... (more)
How would you like to eat all you want and still lose weight, or maintain your trim figure? Sounds impossible? Have you seen those skinny young women who eat like horses, with plate after plate of fo... (more)
Many times, when one begins a new fat loss regime; they focus on dieting (hopefully intelligent dieting, not fad diets or very low calorie diets) and hopefully an exercise regime. Most of the time, ... (more)
Researchers at Duke University’s Pratt School of Engineering and Pennsylvania State University are explaining how... (more)
Until I started following a routine to eat, my gains were minimal. Once I set my eating times to a specific time during the day along with a protein boost, I could see the gains immediately. (more)
So you want to get big huge muscular arms. Do not ignore your triceps exercises. In gyms everywhere, you will see people doing bicep curls after bicep curls. If someone were to ask them to show their... (more)
The truth is, yes, you can get back into pre-pregnancy shape and, if you desire, you can get yourself into even better shape than you were in before your pregnancy. (more)
Fitness training is one of the keys to help you improve your golf swing. In addition fitness training can help you get in shape and feel better both on and off the golf course. Performing exercises t... (more)
Are you too confused about weight training for golf? There are many opinions in the golf world on whether weight training is beneficial or counter-productive to the golf swing. On the PGA Tour it is... (more)
The danger of any weight loss program is that you may lose more muscles than fats. This is not healthy at all because when you lose muscles, your metabolism will slow down and your body will in turn ... (more)
Ever heard of Accidental Exercise? This article explains it all. (more)
One of the most vicious diseases in today’s times is smoking. It makes a person baffle for air 3 times more than a non-smoker. It has very many repercussions on the life of the smoker and those aroun... (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)
What is 5-HTP? The Griffonia Extract is rich in 5-HydroxyTryptophan (5-HTP), which comes from an African vegetable, the Griffonia simplicifolia seed, and contains 30% 5–HTP. 5-HTP is an amino acid th... (more)
Deficiencies in CoQ10 (also known as Coenzyme Q10) can cause or aggravate many conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and periodontal disease. (more)
A customer recently contacted me regarding the Myself pelvic floor exercise device with biofeedback. (more)
If you have been diagnosed with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS), you may be wondering – what next? (more)
When you talk about joining a gym, the first thing that comes to mind is, “What kind of yoga or Pilates classes do they have there?- Yoga is an ancient form of exercise that focuses on stretching and... (more)
Anyone who has been in a grocery store recently knows that food companies are tripping over themselves in the rush to introduce “low carb” versions of everything from bread to candy to soda to cereal. (more)
You may first feel it when attempting to bend down to pick a dropped item or possibly you experience it as morning stiffness that you feel when you first get up out of bed. But whenever it hits you k... (more)
Many people don't realize the importance of lifting objects properly in order to avoid hurting their backs. One of the leading causes of back injuries are due to people lifting heavy objects improperly. (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)
What is chaos training and why is it so effective? (more)
Mental Muscle: As with all your organs in the body,your brain is subject to age-related fatigue. Levels of nutrients and vital oxygen slowly decline. Conditions such as Diabetes and hypertension can ... (more)
No matter which type of arthritis you suffer from, be it osteoarthritis, gout, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis or any one of the myriad forms of this disease, you need a safe and effective ... (more)
The body needs cholesterol for digesting dietary fats, making hormones, building cell walls, and other important processes. The bloodstream carries cholesterol in particles called lipoproteins that a... (more)
When you find yourself living with pain every minute of every hour of every day, just getting up in the morning can seem like too much to ask. (more)
Testosterone Support Supplements (or Testosterone Aids) are meant to enhance your performance, increase muscle gains and make you bigger. Testosterone is the master male hormone. Testosterone ... (more)
Nauli is a purificatory process of eliminating the impurities that have gathered in the body. You can practice this process only if you have impurities collected in the body, otherwise there is no ne... (more)
You may have never heard of nutmeg oil, other than for use in baked goods and flavorings. Yet nutmeg oil is used as a natural method of treating pain. There are different kinds of nutmeg oils... (more)
At the onslaught of puberty, many teens suffer from various radical changes - physical, physiological, emotional.. you name it! Of course, one of the most apparent transformations is that of the phys... (more)
Have you noticed that you seem to have more pain in places like your back - knees and ankles as you age -- especially after forty. These nagging pains can hinder your ability to live an active life ... (more)
Oxygen and water are essential elements for the proper functioning of the body. Water usually contains anywhere between 1 to 10 ppm (parts per million) of dissolved oxygen. Ponds usually contain the ... (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)
Potassium is a mineral that serves a variety of purposes within the body. Despite its importance to so many of the body's functions and systems, most people do not consume the standard recommended daily levels of this essential mineral. This is unfortunate as long-term deficiency can contribute to and even directly cause a variety of health problems and complications not only to the body but to one's lifestyle as well. (more)
Strength training dominates most athletes' fitness and conditioning programs through out the year. (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)
Want to know how to reduce weight fast and lose that weight forever? Here are the Ten Commandments you need to do to reduce weight and keep body fat away permanently. 1) Cardio Exercises – Do your ca... (more)
Natural treatment methods for migraine headaches are usually harmless and cheaper than traditional pain medications. Sure, it is possible to have negative reactions to natural treatments, but the ... (more)
So you’ve loved running since your track days of high school. It’s simple, you can do it anywhere and all you need is some good running shoes and pair of comfy cotton footies. But now it’s taken on ... (more)
The good news is that by doing the right back exercises in the right way, you have a great chance of stopping your sciatica and back pain and keeping your back healthy and strong. (more)
Snowboarding is one of the most popular snow sports and like any other physical activity, it is susceptible to injury. However if the right precautions are taken and the correct protective gear is wo... (more)
Here are some exercises for men and women for the pelvic region and for the breathing apparatus - two body zones of great importance for the general health, but that are generally disregarded in stan... (more)
Metabolism is essentially the speed at which our body's motor is running. The speed at which our body burns calories is called the metabolic rate. It's how fast your "motor" is running when you're... (more)
I wonder how much it is generally known that the benefits of using herbs and spices can speed up your weight loss efforts, by quite a considerable amount actually. We all know that herbs and spices ... (more)
Sports are fun but if you are really serious about making it a part of your life and excel then the importance of sports nutrition is not new to you. Many sportsmen believe that proper nutrition is a... (more)
Much has been written about the benefits of cardiovascular training. Until recently, however, little attention has been given to strength training, an important component of a balanced fitness... (more)
Strength training after fifty is no longer for those people who are having some sort of mid-life crisis. In fact, doctors are literally writing prescriptions to get this generation up and moving. The... (more)
How to keep chronic stress from undermining your health. (more)
Did you know that spending long hours at your computer can put your health at serious risk? Most people does not even consider that possibility, but t does, Working at a desk is extremely hard on you... (more)
When you think of developing a strong, muscular physique what type of exercises do you think of doing? To improve and develop strength most individuals focus on lifting weights – exercises such as bench press, push ups and flies – that focus on powerful pushing and pulling movements. (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)
Taurox is an excellent way to find true and healthy energy; a new, highly effective formula that boosts your vitality by strengthening and balancing your immune system. Taurox is a homeopathic formul... (more)
To build big muscle is no mean feat. You need to know the right approach and then build your foundation properly. If you are going to build muscle mass, then freestyle exercises are not appropriate. (more)
To help you in your search for the best workout for you, we have assembled a wide variety of the best home gym equipment. (more)
The best golf exercises are not complicated; you don’t need to be a member of a gym; and you don’t need thousands of dollars in equipment. Yes…there are new golf fitness machines coming out in the m... (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)
There is normally only one thing that keeps an athlete from starting rehab and it is...swelling at the ankle joint. So in order to start rehab right away (after the doctor has confirmed that you do n... (more)
The Chinese discovered ephedra in the form of the Ma Huang plant more than 5,000 years ago and it is the basis of Traditional Chinese Medicine. The Chinese have long used ephedra to treat colds and f... (more)
Cardio, Calories, and the Starvation Response Most of the time, when someone decides that they want to lose fat, they inevitably head for the nearest fad diet. However, 95% (closer to 100%) of the t... (more)
Muscle growth is not a linear process. It happens in spurts. This series of articles addresses how you can promote one of these spurts or a "growth surge". (more)
The rise of the gym and health club has been unstoppable in recent years. There’s now a multi-million pound industry focused around state of the art gyms and health clubs across the globe. (more)
A general 2-step guide that, if followed religiously for 3 months, should produce results. (more)
Chances are almost every family will deal with either a stroke or other catastrophic muscle debilitating illness, trauma or injury – usually, this produces an inability to adequately formulate and ... (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)
So what is the perfect bodybuilding exercise or workout routine? READ ON. Most people, when they plan out a workout routine, don’t take into consideration the implication of each exercise on other ... (more)
Your muscles ache from a good stretch. This is quite normal and is part of the process. Stretching has seemingly been with us and particular with athletes since the beginning of time. A very key ... (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)
I for one am tired of it. All the so-called experts and guru’s claiming that they know how you have to train to get big and strong. (more)
1. Walking everyday promotes weight loss. If you move at a fairly brisk pace you can burn between 240 and 440 calories per hour of walking. This can translate into approximately one pound of weigh... (more)
Have you been cursed with those lumpy, cottage cheese like areas of fat on your thighs, hips, buttocks, and other parts of your body? There's a good chance; 85% of women are already afflicted with ... (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)
Vinyasa is a Sanskrit word, which refers to breath and movement. For example each Yoga posture is matched by one breath. This is what you do when you perform Sun or Moon salutations, and these are ... (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)
If you are like me, you have probably been through all this before, the family wedding is coming up next month and you can't seem to fit into that suit or dress because you have put on too much weight. (more)
Yoga is becoming a more and more popular activity in the Western world today. The number of places holding Yoga classes is on the increase and there is a plethora of different types of Yoga. With a c... (more)
GPS watches can be an invaluable piece of exercise equipment. (more)
Lower back pain (also called lumbar pain or backache) is very common. Virtually everyone at some time in their life experiences a backache. Except for the common cold, backaches account for more ... (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)
Running, jogging, weight lifting, calesthenics. These are all good for keeping in shape but walking is still the most simple, and effective, of all exercises to lose weight and stay in shape and... (more)
If you are like me, then you will probably know that using free weights and machines is the fastest and most efficient way there is to improve your metabolism and strength but for many reasons these ... (more)
Do You know someone who suffers from high blood pressure? Maybe You? Then this is good news. (more)
Weight lifting exercises cause your muscles to generate heat and strength. Your muscles need to be strong, in order to help you move, breathe and so on. This article on weight lifting exercises will ... (more)
Weight lifting for beginners can be overwhelming. There is so much to learn and there are so many resources available to get help from. Where do you begin? While it's true there is a lot to get your... (more)
Weight training combines building muscle tone and working the cardiovascular system. Weight training tones your muscles and raises your metabolism... (more)
In this article the topic of recovery from muscle damage is addressed. Do you want to know how to measure and accelerate recovery? Well look no further! (more)
Wellness is the buzz word for health these days - so what exactly does it entail? (more)
The what, why, and how of plyometrics. (more)
According to the U.S. News and World Report Health Center, Osteoporosis is a disease in which bones become fragile and more likely to break. (more)
Is there a way to extend life, reverse aging, and live forever? Since old age is simply a state of hormonal deficiency, a state in which you lack the previously bountiful hormones of youth. (more)
Candida is yeast, considered a normal part of our bowel flora, generally found in the mouth, throat, intestines and genitourinary tract. Its purpose is to fight off harmful bacteria that it encounter... (more)
You might have heard of insulin in connection with the disease known as diabetes. Still, you might be curious about insulin—what it means for the body and what can happen if the body does not produc... (more)
BOSU is the latest rave to hit fitness centers across America. But, what is it and - more important - how does it benefit me? (more)
Everything you ever needed to know about whey protein. (more)
Why Are We So Fat? That’s the question asked in the cover story of a recent issue of National Geographic magazine. “Americans enjoy one of the most luxurious lifestyles on Earth: Our food is ... (more)
Here are the major benefits of buying your own home treadmill. (more)
Core training is a buzzword in the fitness industry
that's been around for a while now - and for good reason. (more)
The answer is simple...fad diets are not natural. Fad diet is the term that describes an array of diet approaches used to temporarily lose weight through unsafe and unrealistic methods. (more)
If you turn on the television after midnight you’ll notice that the infomercials for diets, fitness equipment and exercise tapes are becoming more and more popular. (more)
So many of us rush blindly through our days, fall into bed exhausted, and wake up the next morning to do it all over again. For many of us, our lives are composed of millions of meaningless moments, ... (more)
Elliptical exercise machines are soaring in popularity, and for good reason. They are among the most effective pieces of fitness equipment on the market today. The “all over- workout you get with ell... (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)
Your fitness level does not rely on your weight. (more)
