Exercising
- Compression Gear for Performance
Why is compression gear so in vogue? Is it fact or fad? Is there really something to the new compression gear that enhances athletic performance? How can I use compression gear to add to my workout? These are all questions that we hope to answer. If you have watched the olympics, you’ve seen the major …
read more »- Circuit Training – Best Exercise Routine?
WHY CIRCUIT TRAIN?
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There are many benefits to circuit training. It is fun, can be performed alone or in groups, allows for a large variety of exercises/movements, is a great way to get a whole-body workout, and can expedite any training session! Most importantly, circuit training exercise routines are functional, as they target both our aerobic and …- Yoga for Beginners: 6 Easy Poses to Get You Started
Yoga has been around for thousands of years. It has been studied extensively by scientists and has been shown to have great health benefits. If you are interested in learning some yoga for beginners, this article will show you six simple poses you can easily incorporate into your daily life.
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Sukasana is translated as Easy Yoga …- Use Music to Regulate Your Workout Routine
Do you ever hear your sneakers calling you from the depths of your closet, beckoning you for a run, but you just ignore them? If you find it is a struggle to find the motivation to exercise, try using music to guide your workout routine and get you out the door. As simple as it …
read more »- Exercise Guidelines: Aerobic and Resistance Training
Use these exercise guidelines to structure your workouts and achieve your desired fitness goals.
Aerobic Training
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Aerobic Training has many benefits, including weight loss, increased stamina, and decreased risk of heart disease and other chronic health conditions. Aerobic training is also the core of many exercise routines for women as many women prefer fat burning over …- Weight Lifting Workouts – Good for Losing Weight?
Contrary to the common opinion and the impression that is given by many infomercials and ads about weight training workouts, many common exercises are not primarily designed to lose weight. Find out about the most common misconceptions in this article.
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In general, weight lifting does not necessarily burn a lot of fat. Heart rate and overall …- More Exercising
Injury Care
- Low Back Pain Part 1: Origins
THE PROBLEM
Low Back Pain (LBP) is an epidemic in our modern society. LBP is reported as the #1 reason for missed work and #2 reason for seeing a doctor. According to National Institute of Neurologic Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), Americans spend over $50 billion each year on the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment …
read more »- Muscle Strains: Rehabilitation and Prevention
The Anatomy
There is somewhere around 640 skeletal muscles in the human body. Skeletal muscle is a complex network of muscle fibers, connective tissue, nervous tissue, and blood vessels. The connective tissue forms a framework of support by surrounding individual muscle fibers, bundles of muscle fibers (called fascicles), and finally the individual muscles that are …
read more »- 2 Minute Toothbrush Ankle Strengthening
For those of you who have had the unfortunate run in with a sprained ankle, this article is for you. For those of you who have never sustained an injury, this article is also for you. The next time you walk into the bathroom to brush your teeth, think multitask and save your ankles from …
read more »- ACL Injury Prevention
THE ANATOMY
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) connects the femur to the tibia at the knee. It runs from the front of the tibial plateau (top of the tibia) towards the back and inside surface of the end of the femur. The primary role of the ACL is to prevent anterior translation of the tibia …
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Nutrition
- Water: Are you Getting Enough?
Water is essential for life. Water is the most important nutrient and the most abundant substance in the human body. Three quarters of the human body is made up of water; it is a major component in every cell. As simple as the three molecules (two hydrogen and one oxygen) that make up water …
read more »- Energy Drinks and Caffeine: Safety and Effectiveness
HISTORY
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Caffeine is a drug that is present in the beans, leaves, or fruit of over 60 plants. History of it’s use by humans dates back to 2737 B.C. in China, when Emperor Shen Nung is said to have enjoyed the fist cup of tea. The Olmecs of the Gulf Coast of Mexico are said …- Homemade Gatorade Recipes
Although there are tons of sports drinks out there on the market, I usually cannot find one that is right for me. I have a problem with a lot of these sports drinks because a lot of them pack too many Calories, use artificial flavors, taste gross, or are too expensive for what you get. …
read more »- Quick Guide to Supplements and Vitamins for Your Health
You have probably all heard about the benefits of vitamins and supplements and that they can lead to better health, ward off the cold, and make your muscles stronger and bigger. It all sounds good when they are trying to sell you something, but here is an objective break down of what the vitamins that …
read more »- Incorporate These Natural Fat Burning Foods into Your Meals
It’s no mystery that dieting does not work. Eating healthy and changing the way you think about foods does work. You can find many fat burning foods that are not only good for you but taste good too. You can have some great meals and be fighting fat in the process.
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List of Natural Fat Burning …- How and When to Take Protein Shakes
You may know that your body needs protein to recover from workout routines and maintain muscle mass, but did you know that there are special techniques to help make protein consumption more effective? Knowing this technique can help enhance your performance and help you reach your fitness goals faster.
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Three Important Types of Protein to Know
Whey …- More Nutrition
Health and Wellness
- Simple Deep Breathing Relaxation Exercises
Take 10 minutes out of your day to really focus on breathing. Breathing has been shown to reduce stress and promote full body relaxation and awareness. You can do these exercises almost anywhere, but it helps to have a quiet open space. These exercises are derived from traditional Yoga positions and many of the philosophies …
read more »- Meditation Techniques to Heal the Mind and Body
More and more people are reaping the benefits of meditation. Science has shown that meditation can actually reduce stress, ease depression, lower anxiety and reduce heart disease (which can assist you in weight loss). Meditation is one of those activities that anyone of any age or ability level can enjoy. Two especially easy meditation techniques …
read more »- Exercising at Your Desk
Gathering the Motivation to Exercise
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Ever think that you don’t have time for exercise when you get home? Putting in an hour at the gym after putting in a 10 hour day at the office just doesn’t seem possible anymore, and the laundry and dishes you left in the kitchen sink are still sitting there. Before …- How to do an Ergonomic Assessment of Your Workspace
Have you ever had a sore or stiff neck and shoulders after a long day of work, but were just sitting at your desk all day?
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Long sustained postures are stressful on the body and do not allow the muscles that hold your body upright a chance to rest, even in a sitting position. Many work-related …- More Health and Wellness
