Archive for November, 2008
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Wednesday, November 19th, 2008I was doing research to see how to assist people with their lack of motivation when it comes to getting in shape and just exercising in general and I was surprised at some of the things I found. Reading blogs with people’s ups and downs, trials and tribulations was one of the motivational tips. Hey, [...]
Music Really makes a Difference
Tuesday, November 18th, 2008As usual, on Tuesday I go to Cable Organizer for one of our bi-weekly workouts. Tuesdays we run three miles and then do some other type of exercise followed by a stretch. Yesterday Paul, our co-fearless leader, decided he wanted to do cardio because he had spent all weekend downloading music.
Now typically I would not [...]
When Exercise Crosses the Line from Healthy to Compulsive
Monday, November 17th, 2008I workout a lot. By many people’s standards I workout too much. I disagree with what people think, as I usually do, so I wanted to understand and write about what is the difference between compulsive exercise or obligatory exercise and just REALLY enjoying the activity.
Compulsive exercise is defined by an exerciser’s frame of mind. It isn’t [...]
Is the BOSU Balance Trainer worth the investment?
Sunday, November 16th, 2008I have been using the BOSU for a few years and I love this piece of equipment. It’s portable and versatile - it can be used as a bench, step, and core trainer all in one. It can be used for everything from sports drills to cardio workouts.
BOSU stands for both sides up which means [...]
The Fountain of Youth? Just Might Be
Saturday, November 15th, 2008We buy the latest “quick weight loss/ body toning in 3 minutes a day” products, pop appetite suppressant pills, and seek out plastic surgery in the hopes of finding the perfect body as well as increasing our overall health but all we really need to do is follow some easy tips for real changes that [...]
Blackberry Yoga
Friday, November 14th, 2008I was at a fitness conference this weekend and saw a class called Blackberry Yoga. I recently bought a Blackberry and I must say, I LOVE IT! I have had a SideKick for years and thought that was a great handheld PDA but this one is so much better. When I saw a class called [...]
Dance Your Way Fit
Thursday, November 13th, 2008Watch people as they dance and you will see arms pumping, feet stomping, hips swaying and of course, lots of sweat dripping. Althought they may not realize it, they are working out whicle they dance. Dancing burns calories, increases energy, improves circulation and assists with muscle tone which all lead to gains in strength, endurance and flexibility. Dancing burns as many calories [...]
Run Faster by Doing Lunges
Wednesday, November 12th, 2008Sounds unusual right, run faster without running? Well, there are muscles responsible for making you fast so training those muscles will assist you with your running. There are two exercises you can incorporate into your workout routine to reduce your sprint times which in essence means you are faster:
My hands swell when I do cardio, especially outdoors, WHY?
Tuesday, November 11th, 2008This is a common side effect of exercise and is called vasodilation. This medical/ technical sounding term really just means your blood vessels are opening up and there is an increase in blood flowing to the layer of dermis or skin closest to the surface which leads to swelling.Â
Cheeseburgers: Buffalo versus Cow
Monday, November 10th, 2008I love cheeseburgers. I don’t think that one line really conveys how I feel. I LOVE CHEESEBURGERS! That may be closer to how I feel. The problem, of course, is that these are not necessarily a healthy meal choice. Pictured here is a buffalo cheeseburger I had recently at Fuddruckers. The menu said buffalo meat [...]
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