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November 15, 2013
Exercises for the Power Station Pull Up Bar
The Power Station’s pull-up bar provides a stable platform that allows one to perform a variety of exercises to work the upper back, shoulders and arms. Chin-ups, with palms facing toward you, and pull-ups, with palms facing away from you,…
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November 15, 2013
Fitness
1. Ancient Beginnings Yoga has been used for centuries to strengthen and stretch the body and awaken the spirit. This discipline is both a physical practice and a spiritual journey that utilizes meditation and centering to clear the mind of…
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November 15, 2013
Diet and Nutrition
You may have considered dressing to suit your body shape, but you can also eat and exercise for your body shape in order to achieve the best possible proportion. Depending on where your problem areas are and what areas you’d…
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November 15, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
A cut on your skin often leaves a cosmetic remnant–a scar. Some scars occur when skin damage is so great that the body cannot repair itself by normal means. Instead, excessive amounts of collagen and elastin tissues form, which may…
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November 15, 2013
About Child Discipline
Overview Child discipline is used to show children how to learn right from wrong and understand there are consequences to their actions. This is important for them so that they learn how to be productive in society and become well-rounded…
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November 15, 2013
Diet and Nutrition
Overview Many women who actively breastfeed don’t experience a menstrual cycle. This is because breastfeeding acts as a natural form of birth control, according to Planned Parenthood, which protects the body from getting pregnant while trying to meet the needs…
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November 15, 2013
Fitness
Although having a big butt can often cause low self-confidence, a tiny butt can often have the same effect. To add mass, focus on building the butt muscles with key exercises. These muscles are known in anatomical terminology as the…
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November 15, 2013
Fitness
The mat series often introduces people to Pilates exercise. Joseph Pilates originally created 34 exercises, but the series has evolved through the years. Some instructors added exercise variations, while others developed a warm-up series. Eastern and western exercise methods inspired…
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November 15, 2013
Children's Health
Overview Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, abbreviated as ADHD, affects between 3 and 5 percent of children in school, according to the National Institutes of Health. The disorder impacts the patient’s attention and behavior, which affect his school work and social…
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November 15, 2013
Health
Overview Abdominal cramping is a common symptom during pregnancy. It is often a harmless reaction to all of the changes of pregnancy, but it can also signal something more serious. Being able to recognize normal abdominal cramping and distinguish it…
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November 15, 2013
Diet and Nutrition
A fat stomach is a serious problem when it comes to your overall health. Not only can it lead to low self-esteem, but it can also cause deep, visceral fat. According to the Swedish Medical Center in Seattle, Washington, visceral…
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November 15, 2013
Health
Homeopathic medicine is a system of medicine that was invented by Samuel Hahnemann in the early 1800s that has a long history in India. There are numerous medical colleges in India that educate homeopathic physicians. The diploma is called the…
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November 15, 2013
Fitness
1. New Tools for Injuries Yoga is a wonderful tool for stretching and strengthening the body for athletes and non-athletes alike. Learning how to strengthen ligaments and muscles is an integral part to properly caring for active bodies. Injured athletes…
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November 15, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
The conditions, poison ivy and poison oak, typically refer to a rash that occurs when skin comes in contact with the poison ivy and poison oak plants. An oily resin, known as urushiol, is what makes these plants toxic. The…
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November 15, 2013
Health
Overview Headaches are one of the most commonly reported uses for acupuncture. Acupuncture, literally meaning “puncture with a needle,” has been used for centuries throughout Asia, and now more commonly in Western civilization, to help reduce headaches. In traditional Chinese…
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November 15, 2013
Health
In the past, heroin and other opiate addictions were generally treated like a disease of the brain rather than a complex behavioral and psychological condition. Fresh directions in treating opiate addiction in holistic drug rehabilitation centers include approaches that treat…
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November 15, 2013
Fitness
Athletes and fitness enthusiasts know that to increase their speed and endurance, speed training drills should be incorporated into their workouts. Not only do speed training drills increase speed, but they also help develop footwork and coordination. Complete four to…
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November 15, 2013
Navy Seal Exercises
The Navy’s elite SEAL commandos are considered among the fittest men on the planet. The demands of the SEALs’ special operations missions demands the running ability of a sprinter and a distance runner, along with the strength of a power…
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November 15, 2013
Healthy Diet for Losing Belly Fat
Overview Carrying extra weight in your belly is common, but not healthy. The American Heart Association notes that men with a waist circumference of more than 40 inches and women with one more than 35 inches face increased risk of…
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November 15, 2013
Fitness
Losing weight comes down to eating fewer calories than you burn. The calories you burn throughout the day are the sum of your basal metabolic rate — the number of calories your body uses to sustain itself — and the…
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November 15, 2013
Children's Health
Overview The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry reports that approximately five percent of children and adolescents suffer from depression at any given time. Every child experiences periods of time when he feels sad or blue, and that is…
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November 15, 2013
Fitness
In softball, the rules are different for fast pitch and slow pitch softball, and some of the rules are different for kids’ games than they are for adults’ games. To make things even more confusing, the rules may be different…
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November 15, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
Hair follicles appear as tiny holes along the surface of the skin throughout the body. Aside from providing support for the roots of your hair, every follicle contains sebaceous glands, which constantly lubricate the skin with sebum–an oily mixture of…
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November 15, 2013
Health
If you are infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and are HIV positive, AIDS could be the next evolution if treatment is not administered in time. HIV infection attacks your immune system, making you susceptible to a variety of…
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November 15, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
You are at risk for developing an ingrown pubic hair if you shave your pubic hair or trim it very short. The pubic area is one of the most common areas for women to get ingrown hairs, according to the…
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November 15, 2013
Fitness
1. Be Hardcore Wheelchair skateboarding, appropriately called “Hardcore Sitting” among it’s athletes, is considered an extreme wheelchair sport. Hardcore sitters use their wheelchairs like skateboards or bikes. Conquer challenging skate parks with spectacular jumps, amazing leaps and impressive, high-speed rides…
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November 15, 2013
Lifestyle
Annuities are an investment vehicle sold by insurance companies to provide a fixed income throughout retirement. Annuities provide tax-deferred earnings and the option to turn principal in the annuity into a lifelong source of income. While annuities are a common…
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November 15, 2013
Fitness
Overview The rowing machine is an effective and popular cardiovascular exercise that uses the entire body in synergy. You need to use the proper rowing technique if you want to get the most from your workouts and avoid injury. Rowing…
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November 15, 2013
Osteoporosis Hip Exercises
According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF), osteoporosis can be dangerous if not treated properly. Your bones can become very fragile, which can lead to bone fractures, commonly in your hips. Fortunately, resistance exercise can help strengthen your hip bones…
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November 15, 2013
Sexual and Reproductive Health
There are several different forms of birth control including pills, shots, patches and devices such as an IUD (intrauterine device). A woman may decide to use birth control to prevent starting or expanding her family. Some birth control may improve…
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