Fitness

Love handles are collections of fat that appear on the sides of your body. The muscles underneath this fat are known as the obliques. Training this area with exercises can help create better muscle tone and give the appearance of…
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In sports and other physical activities, it doesn’t matter if you have the will if you don’t have the wheels. Being able to perform an exercise or activity once or for a very short time may not help you achieve…
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Core training exercises will slim and firm your thighs and stomach. Do core training exercises for your abs, abductors (outer thighs) and adductors (inner thighs) in addition to cardio and you’ll see results. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
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Strong core muscles have been linked to improved athletic performance and a reduction in injuries, especially to the lower back, according to Sports Fitness Advisor. Exercise balls work the core muscles because they put the body in an unstable position,…
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Dumbbells can give you an effective workout when training your calf muscles. They are relatively cheap, take up little room, and can be used almost anywhere. As long as you use proper exercises that target the calf muscles and train…
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Overview Bicycling is a fun, practical and generally healthy enterprise, but safety precautions must be observed to minimize risks. In 2007, an estimated 43,000 cyclists were injured in traffic, according to Helmets. Over 100 children age 15 and under were…
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Hybrid clubs, also called “utility clubs” are designed to provide golfers with the advantages of both woods and irons. Combining the consistency of irons and the forgiveness and playability of a wood, hybrid clubs have become preferred among numerous professional…
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Breast enlargement can be achieved with pectoral (chest) exercises. A woman’s breasts are primarily fat tissue that rest on top of pectoral muscles. Training your pectoral muscles results in more muscle mass and a larger bust size. Lying Dumbbell Chest…
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1. Wear Proper Clothing Snakes tend to bite the ankles or the shins. You can avoid that by wearing thick boots made of sturdy material like leather or rubber. Long, loose-fitting pants will protect your legs, and the folds of…
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While the Mayo Clinic recommends against using ankle weights for walking or other cardio workouts because they might alter your gait, there are plenty of other exercise applications for these compact, versatile weights. They afford one of the few convenient…
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The butt muscles, also known as the gluteal muscles or simply “the glutes,” work to extend your leg from the hip joint. Thus, the glutes are active during walking, running, swimming, cycling, and jumping, and even help to stabilize you…
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The ladder is a low-cost piece of equipment that is easy to transport. Most ladders are made out of nylon side rails and plastic rungs, and are typically found in 5- and 10-yard lengths with the rungs spaced 18 inches…
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Bodybuilding magazines describe dozens of obscure exercises or variations on standard exercises that they promise will have you looking like Arnold Schwarzenegger in no time. If you were to try to work them all into your routine you would be…
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The sport of boxing dates back at least 5,000 years, but the contemporary rules for the sport are derived from 18th century English pugilism. Rules for amateur and professional boxing differ. Kids can start boxing at age eight in the…
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According to Dr. Michael Jensen of the Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, people who gain belly fat are at greater risk of developing serious health problems, such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes and sleep apnea, than people who accumulate fat…
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Your abs, butt and thighs are made up of a number of muscle groups that work together to allow locomotion and stability throughout the day. Using compound exercises to target your midsection and lower body will train the large and…
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Stretching is an important part of any fitness routine because exercise programs are designed to cause your muscles to contract and flex, shortening the length of the muscles. The Mayo Clinic notes that stretching can improve performance by increasing flexibility,…
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The gluteus maximus composes most of the mass of your butt. Besides being the largest muscle in your butt, it’s also the largest muscle in the entire body. In order to stimulate it to grow, you’re going to have to…
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According to personal trainer Deborah L. Mullen, inactive adults lose muscle at a rate of 1/2 lb. each year. This muscle loss slows metabolism and leads to weight gain. You can counteract muscle loss with weight training. Research from the…
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Getting rid of stomach fat involves dedicated effort, sweat and discipline. The discipline comes into play when you sit down to eat. You have to refrain from high-fat, empty-calorie foods and keep your intake to reasonable levels. You can also…
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The word “weights” is used in reference to free weights. These consist of dumbbells, barbells and weight plates. When you want to use weights to tone flabby arms, you need to pay attention to your triceps and biceps. The triceps…
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Overview Built sturdy and small for aggressive and agile riding techniques, BMX bikes are fast and maneuverable in the hands of an experienced rider. Primarily used for racing in the early years of BMX, a parallel stunt-riding style, known as…
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As you age, your skin tends to sag and wrinkle around the eyes, cheeks, chin and forehead. Lifestyle habits, such as smoking, alcohol and caffeine consumption add to the aging process. To perk up your face, do some facial exercises….
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Exercising with hand weights for added resistance can help you achieve a total-body workout. If you are a beginner, choosing a lower-pound hand weight, such as 3 or 5 lb. for females and 8 to 10 lb. for males, and…
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Balance balls can modify simple exercises to provide an additional challenge. The use of the ball activates your core muscles, which are needed to keep you positioned on this unstable surface. Use a balance ball for core conditioning exercises like…
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The modern skateboard looks deceptively simple. But there is some serious engineering and machining that takes place to put a skateboard together. This all starts with the skateboard deck. Each component that makes up the parts of the deck and…
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Your lung capacity is an essential factor in oxygen flow throughout your circulatory system. Breathing exercises can strengthen your lungs and train your body to more fully utilize them. Proper breathing is important for maintaining energy and alertness, and for…
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Overview Strategic combinations of weight training and supplementation can create a toned physique. Variety and quality in both movements, schedules and supplements will determine optimal results. History Weight training began to take shape in the 6th century, when sporting events…
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Strengthening your lower back is important to developing and maintaining good posture, and relieving and preventing back pain. Introducing exercises to strengthen your lower back, as well as key postural muscles of the body, will improve your posture and protect…
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Overweight people know that cardiovascular exercise can help them burn calories and help with weight loss. The American College of Sports Medicine recommends people exercise at a moderate intensity for at least an hour, five times per week to lose…
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