Flexibility, strength and mindfulness are a few of the numerous benefits of yoga. The ease of a yoga pose comes from aligning your movement with your breath, staying in tune with your body and blending controlled effort with conscious surrender….
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Leg toning exercise requires a sculptor’s perspective on muscular balance, symmetry and definition. Keep in mind that genetics–which include your leg length, your tendency to build muscles and your inherited leg shape–influence results, so set realistic goals. Use a certified…
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Whether you’re trying to increase your strength, build lean mass or simply warm up before a workout, push-ups are a valuable exercise to have in your repertoire of fitness activities. This body-weight exercise targets your arms, shoulders and chest, improving…
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Overview Good posture is a boost to your appearance as well as your health. Habits such as leaning your head on your hand, slouching and reading in bed with poor back and neck support can all lead to a forward…
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As with most modern exercise equipment, treadmills now come with a variety of bells and whistles, from in-console televisions and radio receivers to proprietary networking and electronics communication technology. While most of these features are not strictly necessary for getting…
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All seated leg extension machines are designed to target the quadriceps, a group of four muscles that comprise the meaty front of our thighs. While a few of the quadriceps muscles perform other motions, such as flexing the leg at…
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Overview Mixed martial arts, or MMA, is a combat sport that combines skills from different styles of fighting into one discipline. Competitors fight during a set period, which can vary depending on the federation to which they belong. Regardless of…
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People always seems to be pressed for time, especially when exercising is involved. However, several exercises are available to tone the lower bodies of the people short on time. Besides trimming the waistline, toning the lower body is a top…
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Martial arts are a fantastic way to get in shape and stay in shape, and they also help people improve their self-confidence. Many people begin studying martial arts as a method of getting in shape or defending themselves in the…
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The rectus abdominis, or abs for short, is the long muscle located at the front of your torso. It has ligaments (called linea alba or white lines) dividing it into sections that give it its six-pack appearance. Running from the…
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Overview If you want to get in great shape, lose fat and tone up, running is a wonderful way to do it. But if you want to build big muscles, you’ll have to do more than run to bulk up….
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People use the treadmill for weight loss in their homes and in fitness clubs around the world. Treadmills are among the most widely used pieces of exercise equipment because they are safe, are widely available and offer a controlled workout…
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Whether you’ve injured your hip or undergone some type of orthopedic procedure, such as partial or full hip replacement or resurfacing, a number of exercises can and should be done to increase strength and range of motion. Such exercises can…
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You can build big shoulder muscles, known as deltoids or delts, with a variety of exercises, using machines as well as free weights. The most common shoulder exercise is the shoulder press (also known as the military press). Getting cannonball…
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1. Improve Sleep Hygiene Sleep hygiene refers essentially to the actions you take prior to going to bed at night. People with advanced sleep phase disorder may neglect certain sleep rituals because they fall asleep so much earlier in the…
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Baseball players can help themselves tremendously by doing stretching and strength exercises. While most baseball players would rather spend time working on hitting in the batting cage, doing the correct exercises can help a player stay loose and get stronger….
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Many women do not achieve their bodybuilding potential because they fear training and eating like men do. As long as women stay natural, their lower testosterone levels limit their ability to grow muscle. By focusing on these natural bodybuilding tips,…
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Basketball is a fast-paced sport that requires muscular endurance of the entire body. The muscles of the legs are in constant use while running, jumping and defending the opponent. The critical component of the game, shooting the basketball, primarily recruits…
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When school is out on the weekends, during the summer or during spring break, turn off the television and invite some friends over to play. Some kids may whine or seem bored if they can’t rely on electronics, so encourage…
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The American Council on Exercise says there are more than 600 individual muscles in the human body. Trying to develop a resistance routine around that number would be impossible. There are, however, groupings of muscles, that allow for easier understanding…
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1. Set Up a Support System Living alone can lead to depression and feeling overwhelmed. If you are elderly or have medical issues, it can also be dangerous. Setting up a support system and making sure you have somebody to…
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Women over 50 do not have to worry about becoming bulky the way male bodybuilders do: They lack the testosterone levels men have to build huge muscle mass. Weight-bearing exercises help prevent osteoporosis by building bone mass; women 50 and…
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Basketball is a team sport played throughout the world. Essentially, you only need a few things to play basketball: a flat surface, a basket and a basketball. However, competitive basketball, specifically professional basketball, requires several other pieces of equipment and…
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Tees are an important tool in golf. They are used to elevate the ball off the ground, making it easier to strike for the player. The tee is only permitted on the first shot of a hole. There are a…
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Overview Two of the most common types of baseball bats are wood bats and aluminum bats. Among the distinctions between these two types of bats are design and performance. History of Wood Bats Wood bats have been used since the…
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Overview Using a pedometer is one of the best ways to keep yourself accountable to being active. They are also a great way to save money if you want to track the distance you have traveled without purchasing an expensive…
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Tai Chi is a Chinese martial art that features slow movements that are designed to stimulate the Chi or life energy that the Chinese believe flows through every living thing. As an exercise program, Tai Chi can be beneficial for…
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While your child might want to play with the same baseball bat as his favorite Major League Baseball player, you should recommend the opposite route. All of the specifications that make a bat perfect for a professional player will most…
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The natural aging process, gravity and loss of muscle tone cause the skin on the neck to get droopy. Working the neck muscles under the skin can tighten sagging skin. The face and neck are comprised of a complex network…
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The bench press is a fairly popular exercise in most fitness centers. This is due to its effect on overall upper body strength and power. Athletes and power lifters utilize benching as a testing tool for muscle efficiency (strength, endurance…
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