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« Previous EntriesHow Important Is Muscle Confusion?
Thursday, June 18th, 2009I love when the questions are easy so thank you for this one. Muscle confusion is paramount if you want to see results. Happy with the way you are right now and not at all concerned about a plateau? Keep on keeping on then. BUT if you are looking at your body and thinking, “Hmm, [...]
Will eating red meat take you to the grave too soon?
Tuesday, March 31st, 2009The National Cancer Institute has decreed that eating red meat MAY increase the likelihood of dying ahead of your time. A study that followed 500,000 50 to 71 year olds showed that those who ate red meat were more likely to pass away before those that ate less red meat. The pre-mature deaths were caused [...]
My ankles feel weak, how can I strengthen them?
Friday, March 27th, 2009There are four basic movements that the ankle can perform:Plantar Flexion (pointing), Dorsi Flexion (flexing), Inversion (point toes inward) and Eversion (point toes outward) and you need to strengthen the muscles that contribute to all the possible movements to prevent that “wobbly” feeling you are describing. Here are a few exercises that should help you [...]
I see the words “sushi grade fish” on menus, what does that mean?
Thursday, March 12th, 2009There are guidelines and criteria that the seafood industry must follow when serving raw seafood. Those guidelines and concerns however are about how the fish is stored and not about the cut or quality of the fish. Some research into the FDA standards and FDA documents regrading this topic uncover the same results; there are no clear standards as to [...]
How Bad is Not Getting Enough Sleep?
Saturday, February 28th, 2009Sleep deprivation, as it sounds, is not getting the sleep you need. If you are not getting the proper number of hours of sleep for your needs you will experience side effects. There are times in our lives where sleep deprivation might occur, for example cramming for tests or waking all night with a baby. [...]
Is there a difference between kettlebell and dumbbell workouts?
Friday, February 20th, 2009Much of the confusion regarding kettlebell workouts comes from simply not understand how to work with the kettlebell. People compare the workouts assuming they are performed in much the same manner when in reality they are nothing alike. The kettlebell is not used at all as a dumbbell would be. Many people make the critical [...]
I just gave blood, can I workout?
Thursday, February 12th, 2009I was sitting in the chair, arm connected to a tube syphoning blood away from me and into a bag when I realized, “I have to run 7 miles tomorrow morning.” It was at that moment that I decided to get home, power up the laptop and get some information.
Are there differences in a man’s versus a woman’s yoga practice?
Monday, February 2nd, 2009Recently I heard that men need a male yoga instructor because a man knows a man’s body better than a woman does and therefore the yoga practice would be better suited for, well, men. I must say, I wholeheartedly disagree with this logic but am curious so will be attending a male led class and [...]
Should I Swim for Fitness?
Wednesday, January 21st, 2009My first answer to that question would be, “Do you like to swim?” If you find swimming akin to a good dental cleaning than the answer is “no.” Do not do what you hate because you will probably not repeat it. However, if you love to be in the water and just have not started [...]
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 [...]
