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Muscle Recovery

by Bea February 8th, 2013| Workout Fuel
When it comes to gaining bulk by working out, there are many different foods that will help you get that muscle that you are looking for. While exercising is a great start, your diet greatly affects how effective your workout is. It is important to keep track of what

How to Prevent Muscle Cramps

by Louise June 12th, 2012| Eating Tips, Nutrition
A muscle cramp is an involuntary contraction of a muscle. Cramps can last anywhere from a few seconds to a few hours. (Luckily I've never experienced the latter). Nobody likes a muscle cramp. Sometimes, my feet cramp when I'm running barefoot. I once got one high up in my leg

Perennial Myths About Exercise

by Angela Yorke April 5th, 2012| Exercises
The number of articles on fitness notwithstanding, some “facts” have persisted over the years and are repeated by those who are new to fitness or who are embarking on a fitness routine.

One myth is that fit people are simply not fat; therefore, there is no point to a fat

Dealing with Muscle Soreness

by Carlo Celotti February 1st, 2012| Fitness Expert
Now that many of you are a month into your New Year's resolutions and probably feeling a bit sore and stiff from using your body in ways you haven't in a long time, here are some tips to help you deal with that soreness.

1. Try taking contrast showers. This is where following

Ballet to Build Lower Body Strength

by Jessica B. December 15th, 2011| Lower Body, Strength Training
As a runner, strong calves and a strong lower body are a necessity. You might think that running alone is enough to build a strong lower body, but there are plenty of simple, at home exercises you can do which will increase your strength and stamina while out on

Healthy Benefits of Basketball

by Heather Duchan October 25th, 2011| Sports
Basketball season is starting. Although it's fun for most to watch this sport, both live and on television, it's also a fun activity that promotes fitness. Here are five healthy benefits of playing basketball recreationally, for both children and adults:

1. Basketball promotes cardiovascular fitness. This is probably the most

The Best Daily Plan Ever

by Joe Lawrence October 21st, 2008| Eating Tips, Exercises, Family Fitness, Strength Training
"When Chuck Norris does push ups, he doesn't push himself up, he pushes the Earth down."  After doing this workout plan people are going to say your name in place of Chuck's.  All it is going to take is a few minutes each day to do very common exercises.

First of all, this plan

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