Circuit training is an exercise method where you move from station to station with little or no rest. Circuits usually consist of six to 15 exercises. Circuit training exercises can be calisthenic body-weight exercises; strength training exercises using a variety…
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Overview Like its cousins the herring and whitefish, trout is best served fresh. Trout fishing seasons are held throughout the United States, mostly in the spring. The best trout for eating generally weigh between 2 and 4 pounds. A trout…
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December 2, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview A workout for toning the body should include both resistance and cardiovascular exercise. Resistance training targets fat burning specifically because it burns fat both while you do it and for up to 48 hours afterward, according to “The Abs…
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December 2, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
1. UV Light There is no safe or good UV light. Exposure to ultraviolet radiation will make your skin wrinkle at the very least. It can also cause skin cancer. The danger lies in the fact that sunlight is made…
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Overview Medicare is a health insurance program that the federal government offers to people over the age of 65 and to people with certain disabilities. Though it is generally good insurance, there are some things it does not cover. Some…
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The many physical and mental benefits along with its affordability and easy access, make running an activity that many people enjoy. The forces incurred during running create stress which can lead to injury if precautions are not taken. Patellofemoral pain,…
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Your gluteus maximus, or glutes, are powerful muscles located on the back of your pelvis which are responsible for extending your hip. Your glutes are very important in many athletic activities such as running, sprinting and jumping. Strengthening your glutes,…
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December 2, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Glucose is a type of carbohydrate and the body’s main source of energy. Glucose is referred to as blood sugar in the body. Diabetics and individuals who are glucose intolerant need to limit dietary glucose because it can raise blood…
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1. Latex vs. Polyurethane Condoms are usually made of polyurethane or latex. Latex is more common and available in more countries. To ensure the integrity of the material, latex condoms can only be used with water based lubricants, don’t use…
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1. Flatwater Racing for Spike Adrenaline Flatwater racing represents the fastest human-powered boat racing events in the world. Racers use low profile and often hi-tech canoes or kayaks to slash their way through the water in a straight lane on…
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Pilates exercises are designed to improve core strength and stability as well as increase flexibility. The muscles of the abdomen and waist are especially targeted in advanced Pilates exercises because of the high level of difficulty of maintaining good posture…
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December 2, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
On any given day millions of people in the United States suffer from pain. Prescription drugs and over-the-counter, non-steriodal, anti-inflammatory drugs are commonly used to treat pain. These drugs can have harmful side effects, as evident by Vioxx being taken…
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The breasts are hormonally-regulated organs that develop before birth, during puberty, and during lactation and pregnancy. Breast cancer can develop from the milk-producing lobules, the ducts which connect the lobules to the nipple, or within the nipple itself. There are…
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December 2, 2013 Kayak Paddling Tips
Keep certain rules and paddling strategies in mind when you’re kayaking, and you can greatly increase your speed, efficiency and stamina. Focus on your paddle grip and stroke and your body’s position in the kayak until these elements become second…
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1. Beware of the Ropes The last place a boxer wants to be during a bout is up against the ropes. Being in that position is like sudden death. Admittedly, sometimes there is no getting around it. Your opponent skillfully…
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December 2, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
There are many reasons you may decide to remove a tattoo. Perhaps it was done out of impulse and you regret getting it. Or maybe you are dissatisfied with the way it turned out or are experiencing an allergic reaction…
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1. Karate Sparring With a Real Opponent Karate sparring, or kumite, is an opportunity to use all of your training in a practical application. Karate basic training, or kihon, teaches you how to block, punch, strike and kick. Then you…
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December 2, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Some people will try almost anything to lose weight, such as diet pills, weight loss surgeries, special shoes to increase calorie burn and even chewing gums to decrease appetite. One method that may help people to lose weight easier…
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1. The Bag of Champions Heavy bags are the stuff boxing champions are made of. All the greats Joe Frazier, Muhammed Ali, Mike “Iron Man” Tyson, Evander Holyfield, Floyd Mayweather and Oscar De La Hoya perfected their technique by attacking…
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December 2, 2013 Children's Health
Alcoholism is considered a disease in which the body craves alcohol psychologically and physically. Most people will deny they have a drinking problem or suffer from alcoholism. Obsession with drinking alcohol and the inability to stop drinking impede relationships with…
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The core, back and neck muscles support your spine, move your torso and head, and help move your arms. All of these motions are important for everyday functioning. Therefore, you should exercise these muscles at least once each week to…
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December 2, 2013 Mental Health
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), now called Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), is the term used to describe a group of behaviors found in many adults and children. ADHD is the most common neurological disorder affecting 3 to 9 percent of…
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One of the fortunate facts of fitness is that the novice will make positive gains in exercise, almost regardless of what he does. For the novice athlete interested in building muscle, a well-designed exercise program will result in muscle gain….
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December 2, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview You can lose weight in four weeks or less by combining dietary changes with both resistance and cardiovascular exercise. The good news is that you will not have to give up all the foods you love. Instead, focus on…
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Overview Lacrosse, a sport that combines basketball, hockey and soccer, is considered to be the oldest sport in North America. Originally played by Native Americans as a means to solve conflict and prepare men for war, the only equipment used…
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December 2, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
The Mediterranean diet is linked to lowering the risk of many ailments, including heart and Alzheimer’s diseases. Rich in fruits and vegetables, the primary component of the diet is olive oil. One of the major healing elements is DHPEA-EDA, a…
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December 2, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Good news for dieters who don’t have time to cook a nutritious meal every day: frozen meals have come a long way since those TV dinners of rubbery Salisbury steak and watered-down mashed potatoes. Makers of the newest frozen meals…
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It’s important to groove your golf swing on the practice tee. Most medium- and high-handicap golfers are regularly looking for information and tips that can help them improve and specifically make their swings better. Taking a solid stance that leaves…
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Multiple sclerosis, or MS, is a disease in which the body’s immune system destroys the protective sheathing around the nerves. The communications between the brain and the body are altered, which creates problems with speech and body movements. This process…
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Fenugreek comes from the dried seeds of the fenugreek plant. Its scientific name is Trigonella foenum graecum, and it is also commonly called bird’s foot or Greek hayseed. In traditional ayurvedic medicine, fenugreek is respected for its effect as a…
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