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Archives for March 2014

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Choosing Good Workout Socks

by Jessica B. March 13th, 2014| Exercise Wear
A good pair of workout socks can make or break a workout. You are not likely to push as hard if your feet are uncomfortable, and there is even a chance that you injure yourself. Here are some tips to finding the perfect pair of workout socks for a
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Stronger Next Year

by Denise Druce March 12th, 2014| Fitness Expert
As the host of a local television show featuring health and fitness trends, I was able to interview Chris Crowley, author of Younger Next Year.  This book lays out a plan of healthy eating and moderate exercise that promises to have you feeling (and looking) younger on your next
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When to Go for Isotonic Drinks

by Bea March 11th, 2014| Diet Strategy, Workout Fuel
Isotonic drinks are one of the three major types of sports drinks. Sports drinks can be categorized into three basic groups: isotonic, hypertonic, and hypotonic. Isotonic sports drinks are ones that contain salt and sugar concentrations that are similar to the concentrations of salt and sugar in the human
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52 Weeks of Leg Strengthening

by Joe Lawrence March 10th, 2014| Lower Body, Strength Training
Recently, I have been seeing a program circulating the Internet about a 52 week commitment to saving money. It gave a chart showing how much to put into your account each week. It is called the "52 Week Money Challenge" and by starting week one with $1 and increasing
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Open Hips Sink Pounds

by James Maynard March 7th, 2014| Video
Ashtanga yoga is one of the most popular schools of the practice, and millions of people take part in the study around the world. Baddha Konasana is a regular position in this school of yoga. This position allows to to open your hips, giving you an opportunity yo use
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Cardio Walking: No Space, No Problem

by Bea March 6th, 2014| Cardio, Walking
While it might be more fun to go on walks in your neighborhood or through the park, not every one has access to safe environments for cardio workouts. Traffic, air pollution, weather, and more can all play factors in whether or not you can do your walking workout outside.
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Exercise After Being Sedentary

by Dean Heller MD March 5th, 2014| Medical
Q:  My mother is 73 and all winter she stays indoors and then in the spring she goes out to do her usual exercise.  However, she seems to always get hurt early in the spring.  Since this winter has been particularly bad weather wise and she has spent so
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Get a Flat Stomach for the Summer

by Joe Lawrence March 3rd, 2014| Core, Strength Training
Summer is just around the corner and we all want to look our best for the beach. There are many new diets and exercises popping up this time of year and people are trying them all. It almost feels like a deadline to get a paper in on time

All health and fitness information is provided for educational purposes. Please consult with your physician before beginning any exercise regimen.