The pelvic floor muscles support the bowel, bladder, and uterus, and are the muscles contracted to stop urination. Childbirth can weaken these muscles, which can cause problems later in life such as incontinence, according to the Better Health Channel. Strengthen…
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Overview The Bowflex TreadClimber is a piece of fitness equipment designed to give the user a cardio workout without putting strain on the joints of the body. It contains two treadles that you walk on that rise to cushion your…
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The need for exercise is not just for adults. According to the American Heart Association, kids face many of the same problems that adults do, when they don’t get enough exercise. These risk factors include obesity, heart disease, diabetes, high…
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When it comes to enhancing the breasts, you need to take a look at the anatomy of the area. The breasts themselves are made up of fat, glands and ducts. With that being the case, they cannot be enlarged by…
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For many individuals, neck and back pain is caused by improper alignment of the cervical spine due to strenuous physical activity, poor sleeping positions and mild scoliosis. Neck and back pain are also commonly caused by arthritis in older individuals…
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1. A Spiritual Combo Platter Integral yoga encompasses both physical and spiritual aspects of yoga practice. The integrative method combines vinyasa-flow physical postures with an entire methodology for the mind, spirit and mental self. Most yoga disciplines concentrate on physical…
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Get an effective workout by doing some simple moves at home. Plan to spend about three days each week doing sculpting exercises to ensure that you see the results you are looking for. You will need an exercise mat and…
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Endurance is your ability to perform physical activities for as long as you need or want without tiring. According to exercise scientists Thomas Baechle and Roger Earle, aerobic training over an extended time period will help improve your endurance. Such…
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You don’t need a gym membership to get toned abs. You can work your abs from every angle at home by following an exercise video. Exercise videos are great when you are short on time, or on a budget. You…
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Boot camp classes are a popular choice for fitness enthusiasts seeking the camaraderie of an exercise group. These classes are based on methods used by military organizations in the fitness training of new recruits. Although the music and upbeat tempo…
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1. Just a Pain in the Neck When your neck aches and feels stiff, extensions and neck stretches will help get you moving again. Neck exercises are usually easy to do. But exercise experts say excessive training can do just…
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Many women want to have thinner thighs. Long, lean legs are displayed in every advertisement and magazine. The reality is that everyone’s genetics are different and some women carry more weight in their thighs, whether it be muscle or fat….
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The Five Tibetan Rites are a series of stretching and breathing exercises associated with the belief systems and practices of yoga, which are thought to speed up the spinning of energy centers in the human body known as chakras. Each…
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Lower back pain can be caused by heavy lifting, yard work, lower spine injuries or joint problems. An easy course of action if you are suffering from lower back pain is to rest your back, apply ice and massage. If…
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Gyms offer an array of equipment you can use to train your abdominal muscles. Strong abs help you maintain proper form for other exercises in the gym. Strong abdominal muscles also reduce your risk of lower body injuries, according to…
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Thomas Edison patented the Stencil-Pens in 1876, a device designed for engraving. Samuel O’Reilly modified the design nearly 15 years later so that it could permanently deposit ink into the skin, according to C.R. Jordan. While the art of tattooing…
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According to Dr. Susan Hall in her textbook, “Basic Biomechanics,” you are likely to experience low back pain at some time in your life. She cites mechanical stress of the lower back muscles, such as lifting heavy objects, as a…
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Elliptical cross trainers have become the popular cardio exercise option for many fitness-savvy individuals. Jumping on a traditional treadmill or bike is not necessarily the first piece of equipment people navigate to for aerobic activity. Elliptical trainers provide a low…
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Just stabilizing your own body weight on a wobbly fitball is a real challenge. If you’ve gone through all the variations of body weight work and feel like you’re ready for more, adding weights will put the challenge back in…
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Fitness is a fact of life for the men and women serving in the army. Regular physical training (PT) as well as performing a physically challenging job in often hostile environments all contributes to a high level of fitness. Soldiers…
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There are four main hip muscles: the hip flexors, hip extensors, hip abductors and the hip adductors. Each raises the femur, or thigh, in a separate direction, either frontward, backward, out to the sides or in toward the body. Other…
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Pilates is a whole body exercises, and emphasis on building strong core muscles is a draw for Pilates practitioners. It is hard to find an exercise that does not in some way involve the muscles of the stomach, but some…
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The bulk of your trapezius muscle sits directly between your shoulders. It’s shaped roughly like a diamond. The upper fibers are primarily responsible for elevating your shoulder blades. The middle fibers elevate, rotate and bring the shoulder blades together, while…
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According to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, if you’re a computer user with an incorrect typing technique and posture, inefficient workstation ergonomic setup and poor work habits, you may be at risk for a repetitive strain injury. Performing exercises that improve…
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Yoga provides an opportunity for children to exercise, learn something new, and develop self-discipline. Beginning yoga practices with children may provide them with a lifelong form of exercise and relaxation for the body and mind. Developing and implementing creative games…
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Handwriting is a complex process that involves multiple systems in the body to coordinate: visual-motor, fine-motor dexterity, kinesthetic awareness, shoulder stability, postural stability for sitting and hand strength. For children who have poor hand strength, hand exercises might help. Improving…
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Not all home gyms are built the same, but most are made to perform many of the same key exercises. Home gyms built in the typical “gym” style, like power racks, leverage machines and lat towers, as well as more…
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The calf muscle, or gastrocnemius, is responsible for ankle extension. Because of the importance of ankle movement, proper training of this muscle group should not be taken lightly. You can choose from a variety of exercises that can effectively fatigue…
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Standing back stretches help you relax your tight back muscles and stay limber, which can help you avoid back injuries. Performing standing back stretches several times a day and before recreational or competitive sporting activities is a simple and safe…
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If you want to exercise your ab muscles in the quickest and most effective way, there is one particular move that is ranked No. 1 by the American Council on Exercise. The bicycle maneuver, which you can perform virtually anywhere…
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