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April 13, 2015
Fitness
The Mayo Clinic states that back pain is a chief reason people miss work or visit their doctors each year. Shoulder and neck pain complaints have increased as more people spend several hours each day sitting at desks and using…
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April 13, 2015
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For many people, extra pounds first show up on the face and then the waistline. However, there are ways to reduce facial fat through exercise done on a daily basis, as well as engaging in a reduced-calorie diet. Several specific…
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April 13, 2015
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The stomach is a center of attention for aesthetics to many people. Just as a pot-bellied, fat man is unattractive to many women, a tight, narrow-waisted stomach with defined abdominal muscles is considered attractive. Stomach exercises alone will not create…
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April 13, 2015
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Overview When a person first embarks on a fitness regimen it is often difficult to exercise for a significant time period. Stamina for former couch potatoes and others who have not been active for awhile due to injury or illness…
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April 13, 2015
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A fitness competition is similar to a bodybuilding competition, but the competitors are significantly more lean and they perform a routine emphasizing strength and flexibility. This type of competition requires intense physical preparation. Competitors must develop a routine, tan, practice…
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April 13, 2015
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Building bigger muscles takes time and dedication but you can improve your chances of success by using exercises proven to be the best for the task. In his book “Serious Strength Training,” Tudor Bompa used electromyography to test and assess…
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April 13, 2015
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Overview Lower back pain may affect mood, athletic performance, the ability to sit for long periods and the ability to sleep comfortably. While surgery and pain medication may alleviate back problem symptoms, a well-designed exercise program potentially corrects the issues…
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April 13, 2015
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According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 19.4 million visits were made to physicians in 2003 for knee pain. Whether you are a weekend warrior or a fitness fanatic, strengthening the muscles that support your knee will decrease your…
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April 13, 2015
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Everyone from beginners to advanced students can benefit from using a yoga swing or rope attached to a special wall used for yoga to stabilize certain standing poses or for inversions. The idea is that the yoga rope or swing…
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April 13, 2015
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An exercise ball is a large, inflatable ball measuring anywhere from 14 to 30 inches that can be used as a fitness tool when exercising. Using an exercise ball can work your inner and outer abdominals and the obliques, helping…
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April 13, 2015
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The abdominal muscles are part of the core, or trunk, musculature that stabilize the body. All movement begins at the core making the balance and strength contained within this area vitally important. According to the Nicholas Institute of Sports Medicine…
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April 13, 2015
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The shoulder is a ball and socket joint that enables it multiple ranges of motion, such as abduction, rotation, elevation and depression. The shoulder girdle is a combination of bones that form a semi-ring around the upper skeletal system. The…
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April 13, 2015
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The gym ball was originally used by physical therapists and chiropractors for rehabilitation. A gym ball, also called Swiss ball, stability ball and exercise ball, is a large, inflatable ball that allows you to do a variety of safe, highly…
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April 13, 2015
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The purpose of weightlifting is to gain muscle strength and/or size, and one of the more efficient ways to do this is through the use of whole-body workouts. According to a study conducted by the U.S. Army’s Natick Laboratories, the…
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April 13, 2015
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The lower back is an area that often falls victim to pain due to the vast number of muscles, tendons and ligaments present. The knees are hinge joints that can suffer pain from arthritis, sport injuries of from falls. When…
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April 13, 2015
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Large breasts can cause physical and emotional discomfort. Breasts are mostly fat tissue that rest upon pectoral (chest) muscles and can be reduced through exercise. Use cardio exercise to lose fat from your breasts and strength-training exercises to tighten your…
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April 13, 2015
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Neck exercises can help control your pain and discomfort level by keeping your neck joints moving. Exercises can help prevent stiffness.You need to consult with your medical care provider prior to starting the exercises in order to make certain they…
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April 13, 2015
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If you work long hours and do not have access to a gym, you have multiple exercise options available that can be done from your home or office. The key things you need to do are use your body for…
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April 13, 2015
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The hamstrings are a group of three muscles that run down the back of your leg, from your pelvis to just below your knee joint. They bend your knees and assist in extending your hips. There are an extensive number…
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April 13, 2015
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Overview Fast swimming depends on the efficiency of an athlete’s stroke and her ability to tolerate intense efforts without slowing down. Therefore, a properly constructed speed workout builds both strength and finesse. Swimmers should practice proper stroke mechanics at a…
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April 13, 2015
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Overview A balance board, sometimes also called a wobble board, can help to improve your balance and reduce the risk of injuries. The human body has sensors called proprioceptors which help to prevent you from getting injured. These sensors work…
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April 12, 2015
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A flat belly requires both low body fat and well-developed abdominal muscles. Abdominal exercises won’t spot-reduce fat from the stomach, but they will strengthen the muscles that produce what the book “Strength Training Anatomy” describes as a hammock that holds…
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April 12, 2015
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The Bowflex Sports home gym is used for resistance training. The resistance comes from cables attached to power rods. Resistance training strengthens and tones your muscles as well as your connective tissues such as your tendons and ligaments. It also…
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April 12, 2015
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Strong musculature around the knees is crucial for skiers, as it is one of the most frequently injured areas in skiing. A study published in 1996 in the “Western Journal of Medicine” found that knee injuries constituted 35 percent of…
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April 12, 2015
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Overview Joseph Pilates created his exercise technique in the early 1900s, and developed his signature apparatus in the middle of the 20th century. Like many famous innovators, he did not attain worldwide fame until after his death. Pilates exercise became…
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April 12, 2015
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The Bowflex Motivator, a strength-training machine designed for home use, comes with 210 lbs.’ worth of resistance, though you can upgrade to 310 lbs. or 410 lbs. by ordering additional power rods. Power rods are what provide the resistance with…
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April 12, 2015
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The deltoid muscles, also known as the muscles of the shoulders, include the anterior, lateral and posterior deltoids. Weight training machines can isolate each of these three parts of the deltoids. The deltoid muscles are assister muscles used in many…
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April 12, 2015
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Neck and shoulder pain or discomfort is experienced commonly in cyclists and can preclude you from participating in the activity. Induced typically by poor bike-riding posture, neck and shoulder pain in cyclists can occur during both long and short outings….
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April 12, 2015
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Bowflex home gyms come in many different models including the Classic, Sport, Xtreme, Motivator and Ultimate. Although there are some differences in all, the Bowflex series gyms offer hundreds of pounds of resistance so you can build big muscles throughout…
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April 12, 2015
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Purchasing a treadmill is a personal venture that may be driven by a number of influences: cost, reliability, warranty, primary use, user’s goals and features, just to name a few. Before starting your search, write down your treadmill “must haves”…
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