Fitness

Hybrid cars are becoming increasingly popular with environmentally conscious drivers. The most popular hybrid cars have conventional gasoline and electric motors, with the ability to accelerate the car by either one independently, or in tandem. The presence of the electric…
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Slimmer thighs require a combination of a healthy diet and exercise. While you can’t lose weight in just one area of your body, you can tone muscles to help reveal slimmer thighs as the weight drops off. Focus your exercise…
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Overview There are countless things to do and see in Orlando, as it is a mecca because of the world’s most famous amusement parks. Walt Disney World is the most famous and popular attraction. Universal Studios, SeaWorld, and many other…
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There are many possible reasons why you might be apprehensive about fitness and exercise, including the perceived time commitment required, the prohibitive cost of some activities and feelings of fatigue. According to Dr. John Douillard, a sports chiropractor and author…
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Putting is the most important part of your golf game. Once you are on the green, being able to efficiently get the ball in the hole will save you many strokes and help your score after a bad drive or…
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The entire abdominal area is part of your body’s core–the lower and upper abs form the rectus abdominis and the obliques are on your sides. Exercises with an exercise ball can be done to specifically target your lower abs or…
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Overview If you want rock hard abs, no amount of fancy exercise equipment will save you from the need to put in time and sweat to get them. If you’re not willing to put in the effort, no amount of…
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Taking steps to conserve energy in your home makes sense both environmentally and financially. While many new homes come with energy-saving appliances, well-insulated windows and efficient heating and cooling systems, older houses benefit from energy-efficient upgrades, whenever possible. Regardless of…
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The hips and thighs have several large and small muscles present. The quadriceps and hamstrings are larger muscles found on the front and back of the thighs. The inner thigh muscles are referred to as the adductors and they include…
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Spinning is a type of group exercise class developed by Mad Dogg Athletics, Inc. in 1994. Since then, the company has trained over 200,000 in spinning methods as instructors for health clubs across the country. Through spinning, people utilize a…
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In the U.S. Army, running is essential during the recruitment process, boot camp and various training programs. However, running and the peak physical conditioning it entails is also necessary for survival on the job. Whether training for initial enlistment or…
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Scuba diving is a brilliant and eye-opening experience that gives you a chance to explore the deeper regions of the ocean with the secure knowledge that you are getting the oxygen needed for survival and are protected from the depths….
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Isn’t it funny how we go to the gym and see the same people at the same time of day going through the motions, and their bodies never change. Admit it, you’ve seen it. You say to yourself, “I hope…
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Anyone who’s ever tried a hard workout on an empty stomach–or a stomach full of chocolate chip cookies–knows that when and what you eat affects your workout performance. The Mayo Clinic recommends that, during periods of intense fitness training, you…
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“Results Happen Naturally When Motivation is Pure.” That single sentence captures the most important lesson I learned while competing as a professional triathlete for nine years. When motivation is pure, I trained and competed with great joy and a fearless…
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Overview Treadmill walking burns more calories than any gym club exercise, according to the July 2004 issue of the “Harvard Heart Letter,” which published a study of how many calories you lose during more than 20 gym club exercises. A…
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Pilates and yoga are types of exercise that can improve flexibility and strengthen the core muscles. If you don’t know Pilates or yoga moves, a DVD can help you learn the poses in order to integrate them into your workout…
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Fighting the battle of the belly bulge can be difficult. Unfortunately, directly training the abdominal area is only part of the solution. You must remember that getting rid of belly fat also requires proper diet and exercise. Resistance training and…
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Obtaining a flat stomach requires more than performing hundreds of crunches at the gym. Genetics do play a role in your ability to achieve a flat stomach, but combining proper diet strategies with regular cardiovascular exercise discourages digestive distress and…
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Overview When length was the only concern, choosing skis was a simple process. As ski technology gained sophistication, manufacturers developed female-specific skis, twin-tip skis for the terrain park and half-pipe, racing skis for competition, carving skis for groomed terrain and…
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Overview One way to start off a fitness regimen is to use a treadmill. The Department of Health and Human Service states that healthy adults should get 150 minutes of aerobic activity per week for optimal cardio health. A treadmill…
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No matter how well you prepare and plan, you cannot guarantee whether you find yourself in trouble and in need of survival skills. Surviving in the wild can be intimidating and scary for anyone who has not prepared with the…
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Overview The major tool of bicycle chain repair is the chain breaker. Despite its name, this tool can build and reattach as well as disassemble a chain. The chain breaker pushes out the pins, or rivets, that hold the links…
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Overview Originating in the Okinawa region of 18th century Japan, karate is a traditional martial art utilizing punches, strikes, kicks and knife-hands (or “karate chops”) in a comprehensive self-defense system. Karateka–or karate practitioners–advance in belt grade by learning a series…
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1. Help Kids Train Properly As much as we like to think so, kids are not little adults. With that in mind, you should not use the training regimen that you would use in an adult to train a child….
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Your first time at the gym, you might have stared in confusion at all the complicated exercise machines. Weights, pulleys, chains, grips—the number of options can be daunting. Learn about the benefits of the different types of weight-training machines, and…
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“Strength Training Anatomy” explains that the abdominal muscles work together to not only move your torso in relation to your legs but also to support your internal organs. Strong abdominal muscles help give you a flat stomach, while weak abdominal…
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1. Going With the Groove Breakdancing is an extremely physical form of breakdancing because it involves every part of your body and it is usually done in a freestyle form instead of in a choreographed routine like other types of…
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If skimming over the surface of the ocean at high speeds sounds like a good time, then windsurfing is the sport for you. Although it does takes time to develop professional-level skills, using the right equipment and taking lessons are…
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Some exercises are more effective than others at burning calories and enhancing weight loss. Weight training increases calorie burning more than moderate intensity cardiovascular exercise due to the larger number of calories burned during the recovery process, according to the…
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