The biceps, the muscles that run along the front of your upper arm, are responsible for bending your elbow, while your abdominals are made up of three types of muscles responsible for stabilizing your spine and movement at your torso….
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Senior citizens today are more health conscious than ever before. This may be why people are living longer than in previous generations. Many senior citizens’ groups are encouraging seniors to get out and exercise for fitness. Overall, the guidelines for…
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Overview According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, Hatha Yoga is the yoga practiced the most in the United States. Hatha is a physical form of yoga involving certain postures and breath work designed to prepare the body for…
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Achieving a healthy lifestyle as an older adult starts with exercise. Staying active and engaging in fitness programs can have a positive impact on physical, mental and emotional well-being. Physical activity reduces aches and pains; improves balance, posture, strength and…
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A hip replacement may be performed if a hip becomes diseased with arthritis or has been injured or broken. When medication and use of a cane or walker don’t relieve the pain, hip replacement surgery may be the best option,…
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Individuals wishing to get stronger, develop more coordination and increase stability and flexibility as well as develop strong, healthy muscles can easily exercise at home. Exercising at home doesn’t require any special equipment and can be done with your own…
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Pregnant women may begin to worry if a baby is still in the breech–bottom or feet down–position late in the pregnancy. A C-section is often necessary to delivery infants that are in the breech position as this can make natural…
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Ankle weights are fitness tools that get fastened to your lower legs to create resistance while working out. Ankle weights are used in walking or running to increase the intensity. However, doing so can change your normal gait, which may…
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Your abs are made up of three major muscles, all of which must be trained to achieve a flat, toned midsection. Your rectus abdominus, which is responsible for the six pack, is the muscle that runs along the front of…
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When it comes to training the stomach muscles, barbells are not generally the tool of choice. They are generally used for power exercises like bench presses and deadlifts. But, there are actually a number of ab specific exercises that can…
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The Russian kettlebell can be used to strengthen your entire body, but most kettlebell exercises center on your core muscles and their ability to transfer force. The circular-shaped kettles of iron were used by circus strongmen and other masters of…
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Broadening the shoulders, or deltoids, can be difficult for some people. The traditional mass exercises for the shoulders do not work for everyone. Of the three deltoid heads, the side, or medial, head gives the shoulders that wide look. The…
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When looking to build calf muscles, first determine what type of equipment you’re going to use. Free weights, body weight and exercise machines can all provide appropriate exercises to sufficiently train calf muscles. Seated Calf Raises Seated calf raises are…
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Active neck range-of-motion exercises are a simple, gentle and effective method of reducing muscle tension in your neck and upper back and improving your neck flexibility. They should be an important component in your home stretching routine. A study in…
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Overview Resistance training is a method of working out where an overload is applied to your muscles with the view of improving their condition. You will also hear resistance training being referred to as strength training or weight training. Whatever…
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Abdominal strength exercises improve the appearance and function of the entire body. Strong abdominals also help decrease instances of back pain and injury. Hundreds of abdominal exercises exist; most are variations of basic exercises. Perform these exercises three times per…
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Tight hips can affect your posture. Tight hamstrings limit full hip extension which rounds the back when you bend forward. Tight hip flexors tug the pelvis forward which overly arches the lumbar spine. Tight hip rotators influence your stance making…
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Overview Abdominal–also referred to as the core–have a variety of functions, other than looks. The core is responsible for protecting internal organs and improving posture. Getting six pack abs–a combination of lean muscle tissue and low body fat–with fitness not…
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If you have ever experienced lower back pain, possibly even missed work or fun activities because of back pain, then you likely know the value of strengthening the lower back. Knowing exercises are good for you and actually knowing how…
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There are two types of exercise bikes: the upright, which is positioned like a regular two-wheel bicycle, and the recumbent, which has a seat that’s low to the floor and has more back support. Both types of exercise bikes provide…
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Aerobic exercise, which is any movement that makes the heart and lungs work harder to meet the increased demand for oxygen, offers multiple health benefits. In addition to providing a way to help manage your weight, aerobic exercise has been…
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Shoulder strength can come in handy with sports like swimming, football and baseball. It can also help you facilitate daily functions with a higher degree of functionality. To work your muscles, you need to target each section of the shoulder…
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A frozen shoulder, also called adhesive capsulitis, occurs when the inside of the shoulder joint capsule adheres to the bone. The adhesion drastically reduces arm motion and is quite painful. The causes of a frozen shoulder can range from family…
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When you hear the word “core,” you may think of your abs. Although the stomach is part of the core, there’s more to it than that. The pelvis, hips and lower back are also components of your core. According to…
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Disorders or medical issues involving stomach acid reflux can be rather painful for the patient, especially in extreme cases. While many acid reflux disorders can be treated effectively with proper medication, patients can also benefit from practicing one of the…
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Many people, especially women, want their butts to look good. Low-rise jeans, string thongs and paper-thin hot pants all point to the emphasis people put on having a tight, contoured backside. While exercises alone won’t create the perfect shape, contouring…
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Overview Being disabled doesn’t mean you are stuck with being overweight. While a disability may limit the type of physical activity you can do, there are still a number of ways you can lose weight. By concentrating on the things…
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A physio ball goes by other names, such as exercise ball, stability ball, fitness ball and balance ball. You inflate this fitness tool to a diameter that ranges from 55 to 75cm, in 10cm increments. You can use the ball…
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Improved coping mechanisms, stress relief, increased body awareness and a balancing of the spirit, mind and body are just a few of the many benefits yoga can provide. It is important to establish good form, technique and habits to achieve…
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Overview The lower leg consists of two bones: the fibula, a smaller bone in the back of the leg, and the tibia, the larger shinbone toward the front of the leg. Several muscle groups that control movement of the foot…
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