Fitness

Fitness has many components. Good health and fitness are often discussed synonymously with exercise and proper nutrition. Fitness begins with an overall assessment and integrates body, mind, and spiritual health for personal and relational balance, and incorporates evaluations for goal…
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There are countless programs and methods for getting into shape. One of the challenges you may face is deciding how best to approach your own fitness plan. No matter what method you decide to use, you can get the most…
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Survival kits are meant to help you through an emergency, whether that means a natural disaster, a man-made attack or a weather emergency. While it’s true you could put together your own survival kit, the truth is many items may…
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1. Visual Inspection If you think you have suffered any kind of neck trauma, no matter how minor it may seem, it is best to see a doctor immediately. Only a physician is qualified to determine the appropriate steps to…
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The shoulder muscles are called the deltoids. The deltoid muscles actually consist of three parts. There are the anterior, medial and posterior deltoids, which are the front, side and rear parts respectively. A barbell is just one of the tools…
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A kayak is a small boat that is powered by a human paddler. Kayaks are defined by the International Canoe Federation in terms of the seating and the type of paddle used as “closed boats with a cockpit for sitting…
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Spearfishing is one of the oldest forms of fishing, dating back thousands of years. The basic premise is to use a long pole with a barbed point attached to it to stab fish and then to retrieve them. Spearfishing gear…
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When exercising at home, you want to use a DVD that provides you with a good workout. Exercise DVDs allow you to work out at home while following different types of routines. DVDs may feature routines such as cardio, weightlifting,…
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Women can improve their strength by training that involves resisting the force exerted by free weights or machines. Increasing resistance challenges your muscles to respond with greater growth. Three weekly sessions of weight training lasting 20 to 30 minutes, when…
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Overview Yoga and Pilates are mind-body exercise programs often done at home, in studios or in fitness centers. The proper mat enhances your experience in either program’s class. Although they may be interchanged, each type of mat possesses specific features…
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1. Set an Example The most important thing to do as a parent is to set an example of a healthy lifestyle. Even young children object to the hypocrisy of eating right and exercise if you do not model that…
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Baseball cleats provide traction for starting, stopping, changing directions and acceleration. This would be difficult without cleats and nearly impossible if you’re playing on a dirt infield. Attempt to to come to a quick stop, set yourself and throw while…
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Many of us have grown accustomed to using harsh chemicals to clean our homes. If you’re concerned about the effect these chemicals may have on your family’s health, switch to green cleaning products that contain only eco-friendly materials. Green cleaning…
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The muscles of the abdomen split during pregnancy. This is a normal condition called rectus diastasis because the muscle that separates is the rectus abdominis. The rectus abdominis muscle runs vertically down your stomach and is the main muscle used…
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You have welcomed your new little one into the world–and now it’s time to focus on caring for your baby and also working on getting your body back into shape. If your physician has given the OK to begin exercising…
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1. RICE A common treatment strategy for muscular strain is known as RICE: Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation. Rest: Rest your strained chest muscle. This may be difficult since you use your chest muscle for many daily activities. Stop lifting…
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Overview Medicine ball training is a popular training technique for athletes, including basketball players. According to Phil Dyer, head athletic trainer at Caldwell College in Caldwell, New Jersey, participating in a consistent medicine ball training program will improve your basketball…
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1. Symptom Check List The first step in identifying a torn chest muscle is to run through a brief symptom checklist. Go through the following questions and answer yes or no. If your response is “sometimes,” count that as a…
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Getting rid of belly fat, also known as visceral fat, is no easy endeavor. The primary ways to blast away fat in the abdominal region are to focus on healthy eating and proper exercise techniques. There’s no way to spot-treat…
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Jiujitsu is a fighting system that was developed in Japan for warfare from the 12th to the 19th centuries. It has since become a martial art that is widely practiced all over the world. Jiujitsu teaches numerous techniques that can…
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There are so many ways to buff your belly, tone your tummy or activate your abs without having to invest in expensive equipment or waste gas money driving to the nearest gym. In fact, one of the best overall ab…
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1. Self Study For those who are a shy about learning a new physical activity, self-study may be the best way for learning Zone Pilates. Pilates DVDs and VHS tapes are inexpensive and effective. You can bring the world’s greatest…
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Overview The K2 Ski Co. is one of the most versatile manufacturers in the winter sport equipment market. They produce skis for racers, powder skiers, Telemark skiers and terrain park enthusiasts. K2 makes a unisex, a male-specific and female-specific model…
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A weight room has the ultimate benefit of convenience. It is located indoors, stacked with equipment, and away from the weather. Within a weight room, you will find yourself surrounded by free-weights and machines. It is easy to feel overwhelmed….
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Overview Comfort bikes and mountain bikes are different styles of bicycles. Mountain bikes are designed for off-road riding, while comfort bikes are designed for casual riding on pavement, though riders use both types of bikes on paved roads. Mountain and…
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Pilates is an exercise discipline that emphasizes proper breathing, correct spinal alignment and complete concentration on smooth-flowing movement. Pilates is a rapidly growing exercise trend with an emphasis on the quality of movements over quantity of repetitions. You can use…
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Overview The game of football is truly survival of the fittest. Note that this isn’t survival of the strongest. When two players collide, the person who most often “wins” the collision is the one able ignite a burst of energy…
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1. Identify the Source of the Problem Sports overuse injuries are common in all age ranges of competitive athletes. There has been an increased incidence of sports overuse injuries in the pediatric and adolescent population as the level of competitiveness…
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There is no doubt that physical fitness is essential to a long, healthy life. While it’s important to get moving, some tips from experts can give you the motivation, methods and techniques to make every fitness effort count. No matter…
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Overview Jump roping is an efficient way to fit in a calorie-burning workout that can help you reach a healthy weight. It requires little special skill or equipment. Jump rope at the gym, in your backyard or even in your…
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