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Fight Ageing with Resistance Training Workouts

August 3rd, 2010 by Inspector | Comments Off | Filed in Exercise & Fitness

If you are looking for a way to age gracefully and avoid looking older than your age, the surefire methods are to:

  1. Stop smoking or never start
  2. Use sunscreen
  3. Maintain a healthy weight
  4. Develop a good exercise program

Many of us lose strength and bone density as we get older, but by adding some form of resistance training to your workouts you can ameliorate some of the physical effects of aging. Resistance workouts include working with weights, rubber bands, kettle bells, and any other forms of exercise that include some sort of resistance component. What’s great about resistance workouts is that they are also terrific for strength training.
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Losing Arm Fat – Can I Lose Fat from Under my Arms?

July 29th, 2010 by Inspector | Comments Off | Filed in Exercise & Fitness

Losing arm fat is definitely a bit of a pain, but You CAN lose that fat from under your arms by putting some work into it. There are some great exercises that you can perform to help lose that fat and tighten up those underarms. Losing any fat in your body requires a good diet first and foremost. Make sure that you have healthy eating habits. But in addition to eating healthy, try these exercises designed to tighten and melt that arm flab.

Push-Ups
The good old fashion push-ups are great for working this area of the arm. To do a proper push up you should keep your back straight and go all the way up and down to the point that your nose almost touches the floor keeping your back straight the entire time. If you are not able to do a good push up while being on your toes, then you can bend you legs and do them from your knee.
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Ab Toning Exercise – 3 Great Ab Toning Exercises

July 27th, 2010 by Inspector | Comments Off | Filed in Exercise & Fitness

We all want those great 6 pack abs no matter what age or sex we are. Having trim and toned abs will make you look great as well as feel great too. There are some great exercises that can help you tone your abs and this article will tell you which ones will work the best.

1. Crunches
The crunch is the most productive ab exercise that you can do. Most professional trainers will agree with this. To perform a proper crunch you should start by laying flat on your back on a nice flat and firm service. Bend you knees up and make sure that your feet stay on the ground. Put your hands behind your hand and interlock your fingers. You then want to pull yourself up using your stomach muscles as much as possible. Pull up about half way to your knees. Then you slowly lower yourself back down and repeat.
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6 Things to Know About Running for Weight Loss

July 15th, 2010 by DietGal | Comments Off | Filed in Exercise & Fitness

Since running is so physically demanding, it is a proven way to lose weight. For many, losing weight is the main reason for implementing a running routine. But before you begin it is important to learn a few tips about running to lose weight.

1. Running exchanges fat for muscle. Muscle is denser and heavier than fat so in the first few weeks of your running program, you will actually gain weight instead of lose and you will think it is not working. Don’t panic, this is normal and if you continue with your program you will eventually lose those extra pounds.
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Yoga for Athletes

July 13th, 2010 by DietGal | Comments Off | Filed in Exercise & Fitness

[ReviewAZON asin="B00006JXWC" display="inlinepost"]Athletes need the best ways to take care of their bodies to prevent injuries and improve performance. If you are looking to improve your overall athleticism and reduce injuries the benefits of yoga may be the answer you are looking for. Far too many athletes suffer from bad backs and sore knees which often mean giving up the sport they love. Adding regular yoga to your training will allow you to keep playing sports, live healthier, and injury free. Becoming a better athlete doesn’t require just using home gym machines try putting down the weights and strike a pose, a yoga pose.

Yoga can help athletes prevent aches and pains and improve performance by teaching proper breathing techniques. During physical activity exerted during sports the muscles in your body contract becoming extremely tight. Yoga teaches athletes how to breath using your stomach, ribs, and chest which increases the oxygen intake. Fuller breaths especially during sports increases lung capacity and VO2 max, pushing more oxygen to your muscles. More oxygen in the muscles means faster expulsion of waste products and faster recovery.
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5 Great Body-Strengthening Exercises for Women

June 21st, 2010 by Inspector | No Comments | Filed in Exercise & Fitness

There are certain exercises that can help women in tackling the various situations that arise in their lives, whether you want to increase your upper body strength so you can carry grocery bags or just need to get rid of that extra fat. Here’s some of the best exercises for women.

Squats

Squats can be considered as one among the most vital exercises that can help women in strengthening their body. It is the perfect weight lifting exercise for women who wish to strengthen their thigh muscles. In addition to the thigh muscles, butt muscles will also be benefited through this exercise.
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Top 10 Benefits of Supreme Pilates Exercise

June 2nd, 2010 by DietGal | Comments Off | Filed in Exercise & Fitness

If you practice Supreme Pilates regularly, you can expect many health and other benefits. But if you have been meaning to take it up, and you just haven’t done so yet, here are 10 excellent benefits to motivate you:
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Kettlebells: A New Twist on an Old Exercise

May 28th, 2010 by DietGal | Comments Off | Filed in Exercise & Fitness

[ReviewAZON asin="B000XLZOGQ" display="inlinepost"]Often we think what will we get from exercise? But we forget that exercise helps to keep us happy and healthy. And the most amazing part of exercise is that it keeps you in shape and increases your life-cycle.

There are many people yelling to lose fat and insist on building muscles. One of the most beneficial equipments that help you achieve your desire is the kettlebell.

Kettlebell is a term originated from Russia and the original forms of kettlebells were made up of iron with a large weighted ball and a handle. The kettlebells are also used in sports such as kettlebell lifting, but they are also great for use in your workouts at home.
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Choosing Great Running Shoes

May 27th, 2010 by DietGal | Comments Off | Filed in Exercise & Fitness

[ReviewAZON asin="B0029F2GOC" display="inlinepost"]Running and jogging is hard on the legs. In fact, it’s hard on the feet, hips, back, spine, and the rest of your body, too! That’s why good running shoes need to take care of your feet and legs. Take proper care of your feet, and the rest of your body will be protected, too. How do you select good running shoes that will keep you safe from injury?

One important tip is to read product descriptions and reviews. For example, Asics trainers are some of the most popular cross training shoes around. One reason is that they work great for your feet. Runners report that their feet hurt less when they use them. Plus, Asics makes lots of different models to suit your needs.
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Fat Burning Workouts

May 21st, 2010 by DietGal | Comments Off | Filed in Exercise & Fitness

When it comes to fat burning workouts that would help you lose weight and tone up, there is quite a debate when it comes to what direction you should take. Cardio workouts burn lots of calories but this doesn’t always translate to fat burn. In fact, in some cases, cardio workouts tend to strip people of their much needed muscle tone. This happens when a person begins to exercise excessively. Remember, everything must be done in moderation. So, what can be done in order to make sure that you’re burning fat whenever you exercise? Well, here are a few tips.

The key here is to increase your body’s metabolism. The best bit is that you need not exhaust yourself in order to achieve this. You’ll know that you’re doing the right thing because you will feel an increase in your body’s temperature as you go about exercising. One of the best fat burning workouts out there would be the Burpee exercise. Watch the video below for instructions on how to do the Burpee’s exercise. You can do this routine for about 10-15 minutes and it would be enough to benefit your body for the entire day. As you progress further, you can vary the moves in order to increase resistance and burn even more fat.
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