The pectoralis major and minor are the main muscles found in the chest. Free weight and machine exercises like bench presses, chest presses, flys and cable crossovers are often performed to build this area of the body. If you have…
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Many people find that the hardest muscles to tone are the abdominal muscles. Crunches can be time-consuming and provide few results–but abdominal exercises that engage the core can eliminate unwanted inches. Incorporate abdominal exercises with regular physical activity. According to…
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The bones, joints and muscles of your upper spine must remain strong to support your head. Include neck and upper-back exercises to improve the function of these structures. According to Paul Chek, author of “Equal But Not the Same,” your…
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Overview The Kaiser Family Foundation says the average child spends about three hours watching television and five-and-a-half hours on all screen media every day. While the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends that children get at least an…
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Hybrid cars help reduce fuel consumption by pairing a traditional gasoline engine with electric power, according to the Hybrid Car Chat website. American, Japanese and European vehicle manufacturers have all jumped on the hybrid bandwagon because of concerns about fossil…
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Overview After- or post-exercise nutrition can help you get more from your workouts. According to nutritionist and author Anita Bean, what and when you eat after exercising can make a significant difference in your training results. Developing a good post-training…
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Overview If you are a track and field athlete, wearing the appropriate apparel can be a key component in your overall performance. As with most any sport, you need to wear lightweight, polyester athletic clothing that allows you to move…
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Flabby arms are a result of a number of factors. The skin ages with time and tends to sag in older adults. Fat accumulates on the upper arms and when muscles weaken, the fat pulls the skin down. Losing weight…
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With so many fitness fads out there you need to make sure that your workouts and routines have solid scientific research to support their benefits. Kettlebell workouts, which have become increasingly popular, are a fitness tool that not only has…
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Overview Purchasing a home treadmill can easily cost you $2,000 or more once you’ve paid for the product itself plus shipping and installation. While most contemporary high-end treadmill manufacturers like NordicTrack and ProForm offer a range of similar features, you…
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Improving appearance, athletic performance or general health are all reasons to do exercises that tone the abdominal muscles. The abs are part of a muscle group called the core that is responsible for your balance. Targeting these muscles with strength-training…
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Overview When most people think about the Bay Area, San Francisco is the first thing to come to mind: the jewel city of the West Coast, with a grand history and a reputation as one of the finest metropolises in…
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Overview Thirteen weeks is an optimal training period for a sprint triathlon. Typically, a sprint triathlon has a half-mile swim, a 15-mile bike ride and a 5K run, so you will need enough time to train in the three different…
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Camping with a large group or large family means that either you need a very large tent or a few smaller ones that enable you to spread out. If you go the very large tent route, consider options with multiple…
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The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body and is also quite unstable due to its complex anatomy and range of motions. As described at MayoClinic.com, a shoulder separation is an injury, stretch or tear to the ligaments…
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An elliptical trainer is a cardiovascular exercise machine that simulates the running motion of the body without the risk of ankle, knee or back joint damage that can be caused by the impact of actual running. The machine also has…
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Overview Training with weights can improve athletic performance and overall health. Different regimens can lead to different results. Some people worry that using heavy weights will cause injury. A distinction should be made between weightlifting and weight training. Weightlifting is…
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Overview The military is known for it’s strict fitness regimen. The push-up should be the center of your routine if you’re training to enter the military or just want to get a military-like workout. Most fitness programs would have you…
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Fresh air and sunshine offer health benefits in addition to the entertainment value of kids’ outdoor activities. The outdoor activities work well in the backyard or at a local park depending on how much space you have available. Adapt the…
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Losing weight need not be difficult or expensive. Add a walking program into your daily schedule and you will see improvements in your weight and fitness level. Every step you take, whether on a treadmill or walking in the mall,…
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Training the muscles of the upper neck improves posture and increases protection of the neck and spine. This is of utmost importance for contact-sport athletes, such as football players and mixed martial artists. Several muscles make up the neck, including…
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Along with a healthy diet, exercise is a key ingredient in an effective weight loss program. Any daily movement is good for the body and will support your weight loss efforts. However, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and…
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Yoga Journal columnist Natasha Rizopoulos recommends yoga tops that are formfitting enough to allow teachers to see the muscles and bones of students’ upper bodies in order to make adjustments and correct alignment during yoga poses. While some larger students…
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Conventional dieting does not seem to work for most people, based on the fact that a staggering 60 percent of Americans are obese. Sometimes you have to try unconventional weight loss methods to break out of dieting plateaus or the…
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If you want to reduce joint impact while getting a vigorous workout, resistance exercises in water are a viable workout solution. Working out out in water reduces the potential for injuries typical of high-impact exercises. According to Patricia Clark, fitness…
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Tent camping helps you feel like you’re braving the outdoors while still sheltering you from nature’s elements. Whether you’re camping by yourself or with a large group, making sure you’re prepared for any possible scenario in regards to your tent…
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Overview Since the 1970s, aluminum bats have been the choice of millions of sluggers in little leagues, high schools, colleges and minor leagues. The bats are lighter and more durable than wood bats, and they go “ping” instead of “crack.”…
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Prescription diet pills have been available for many years, but in the past, these drugs were classified as amphetamines, or stimulants. In November 1997, the Food and Drug Administration approved Meridia (sibutramine hydrochloride monohydrate) as an appetite suppressant for the…
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Troubled and/or underprivileged children are often left without direction, and often lead lives that lack meaning or purpose. Sports programs have been created all over the country to help with these issues, spreading the message that hard work, a “team…
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Two factors make weight machines popular in commercial and home gyms: safety and potential. Lifting with free weights always presents the risk of dropping the weight and causing injury. Weight machines were engineered to prevent these injuries. Weight machines also…
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