| 391 | The Importance of Physical Activity Preview: Regular activity, fitness and exercise, are critical for the health and well being of people of all ages. Research shows that everyone , young or old can benefit from regular exercise, either vigourous or moderate. Even very old adults can improve mobility and function through physical activity. It should be a priority for everyone. Millions of p... (more) Published By: Amber Whitman Submitted: 24 October,2004 |
| 392 | Strength, Speed, and Power Progression to Peak Preview: Proper race peaking requires that you be at your best fitness level of the season at precisely the same time as your goal race(s). This means exact timing and performing the right work outs at the right time. Performing mostly high intensity work too early in the season will slowly degrade your performance as the season progresses and leave you bu... (more) Published By: Matt Russ Submitted: 28 October,2004 |
| 393 | How Do I Achieve My Goals? Preview: I have enjoyed my career for many years now and have had the opportunity to work with and know hundreds of wonderful people. I have trained, coached, and counseled teenagers and golden agers, athletes and career couch potatoes. Over these years I have modified and improved my techniques and approaches, and tried to stay abreast of the latest tech... (more) Published By: Matt Russ Submitted: 28 October,2004 |
| 394 | You Are Disciplined to Train, But Do You Have Training Discipline? Preview: I have the privilege of working with motivated athletes and they all exhibit a high degree of self discipline. Often, one of the hardest things to do is to get them not to train, or to rest and recover. Training can be a slippery slope. You have to balance the right amount of stress with the right amount of rest. Even though you may be a disciplin... (more) Published By: Matt Russ Submitted: 28 October,2004 |
| 395 | Who Needs a Coach? Preview: The athletes that are most hesitant to obtain a coach could often benefit the most. A common perception is that coaching is for "serious" athletes only. In actuality, anyone who wants to work toward a physical goal, or reach their true potential can benefit greatly from coaching. A proper foundation for beginners is crucial so that bad form is not... (more) Published By: Matt Russ Submitted: 28 October,2004 |
| 396 | There Is No "Off" Season Preview: The fall and winter is a common time for athletes to wrap up their race season. It is also good to take some time off and let your body recuperate from the rigors of high intensity training and racing. Some athletes take as much as four weeks off, but this does result in loss of fitness and requires making up lost ground later. Endurance especiall... (more) Published By: Matt Russ Submitted: 28 October,2004 |
| 397 | Strength Training Guidelines Preview: This document is to serve as a basic guideline for designing your own strength training routine. It is not an exercise prescription and does not take into account any previous injuries or physical conditions. It is highly recommended you see a physician before starting any exercise routine. Men vs Women Men and women are created very differently a... (more) Published By: Matt Russ Submitted: 28 October,2004 |
| 398 | Relieving Stress with Exercise... and Losing Body Fat in the Process! Preview: Feeling stressed out lately? Don't worry, there is a simple and incredibly effective solution -- one that will help you lose weight in more ways than you might think! Relieving Stress with Exercise Research has proven that relieving stress with exercise is one of the best ways to improve your overall health. Regular exercise provides an amazing ... (more) Published By: Jamie Clark Submitted: 14 November,2004 |
| 399 | How Body Ph Can Increase (and Decrease) Your Energy Levels Preview: WHAT MOST PEOPLE DON'T REALIZE; WE ARE BIO ELECTRICAL ENGINES In order to accomplish all the many millions of complex functions that occur over the course of the day, your body has to be able to communicate with itself About the Author After years of extreme fatigue, severe digestion problems and frequent sickness, Andy Long now enjoys energy l... (more) Published By: Andy Long Submitted: 29 March,2005 |
| 400 | The Cabbage Soup Diet Explained Preview: This one is almost certainly in the 'Fad' camp. And you REALLY have to like cabbages in order to try this diet! You probably won't be surprised to find that this 7 day diet plan requires you to eat cabbage soup, constantly. The rationale behind the Cabbage Soup Diet is that cabbage can somehow 'flush' fat from your body. Of course, this claim is u... (more) Published By: Gloria Edmonds Submitted: 30 March,2005 |
| 401 | Cellulite: Can We Really Get Rid of It? Preview: It has been the bane of every women's existence since the dawn of time - the affliction known as cellulite. We all have it to varying degrees, and it seems to get worse as we get older in many cases. So, should we just resign ourselves to the fact that it is here to stay, or is there a way to fight and get rid of cellulite? Thankfully, the ans... (more) Published By: Danna Schneider Submitted: 14 November,2004 |
| 402 | 6 Fun Fitness Activities... Preview: Exercising and staying fit doesn't have to mean hard work. Simply being active will help you get or stay in good shape. So with that said, here are some enjoyable activities that can help with your fitness goals too. Bicycling When you ask many adults when the last time they rode a bike is, they cannot answer. Although bicycling is a favorite... (more) Published By: Kathy Burns-Millyard Submitted: 15 November,2004 |
| 403 | Get Fat to Get Fit Fast Preview: Getting enough of the good fats will help you lose fat, build muscle, and recover faster from your workouts. In addition, it has myriad health benefits, including being good for your heart. Good fats include: polyunsaturated (especially Omega-3's), such as those from fish and nuts, as well as monosaturated fats, such as those from peanut bu... (more) Published By: Gregg Gillies Submitted: 16 November,2004 |
| 404 | The perfect diet combined with a healthy weight management Preview: The perfect diet should be combined with a healthy weight management or activity program. Weight management may conjure up that dreaded “exercise” word. And exercise to some means pushing the body beyond limits, experiencing painful in joints, muscles, bones – everywhere. No pain no gain, right? Wrong. Instead, replace the word “exercise” wi... (more) Published By: Jeff Usher Submitted: 16 November,2004 |
| 405 | Midlife: Single, Lonely & Depressed? Try Dancing! Preview: It’s no wonder so many people of all ages are turning to dancing. It kills two birds with one stone: it’s a great way to meet members of the opposite sex and new friends, and it offers exercise, one of the antidotes to depression with or without therapy, with or without medication. If you know you should be exercising more and just can’t drag you... (more) Published By: Susan Dunn, MA, Midlife Dating Coach Submitted: 20 November,2004 |
| 406 | Know Your Bodybuilding Supplement - L-Lysine Preview: Lysine is an essential amino acid therefore it must be obtained from the diet as the body cannot produce its own. It is an essential building block for all protein in the body and can be found in animal meats, fish, dairy products, legumes and brewer's yeast. It performs many useful functions in the body and has proved to be especially useful in t... (more) Published By: Rick Mitchell Submitted: 21 November,2004 |
| 407 | Exercise The Right Way - The Wrist Extension Preview: Other articles in this series looked at a number of exercises, mainly from the perspective of developing a comprehensive muscle building program. Sometimes we take things for granted, especially when it comes to performing the basic exercises that constitute the core of most bodybuilders' training regimes. It is useful, therefore, to describe in ... (more) Published By: Rick Mitchell Submitted: 21 November,2004 |
| 408 | Exercise The Right Way - The Leg Curl Preview: Other articles in this series looked at a number of exercises, mainly from the perspective of developing a comprehensive muscle building program. Sometimes we take things for granted, especially when it comes to performing the basic exercises that constitute the core of most bodybuilders' training regimes. It is useful, therefore, to describe in ... (more) Published By: Rick Mitchell Submitted: 21 November,2004 |
| 409 | Exercise The Right Way - The Crunch Preview: Other articles in this series looked at a number of exercises, mainly from the perspective of developing a comprehensive muscle building program. Sometimes we take things for granted, especially when it comes to performing the basic exercises that constitute the core of most bodybuilders' training regimes. It is useful, therefore, to describe in ... (more) Published By: Rick Mitchell Submitted: 21 November,2004 |
| 410 | Exercise The Right Way - The Leg Extension Preview: Other articles in this series looked at a number of exercises, mainly from the perspective of developing a comprehensive muscle building program. Sometimes we take things for granted, especially when it comes to performing the basic exercises that constitute the core of most bodybuilders' training regimes. It is useful, therefore, to describe in ... (more) Published By: Rick Mitchell Submitted: 21 November,2004 |