tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21220435956554341812024-02-20T01:09:27.102-08:00Health And Fitness Tips simpleAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16072606644015567721noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2122043595655434181.post-10986303675186547292012-11-04T08:06:00.000-08:002012-11-08T08:07:21.389-08:00Health And Fitness For Me<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
A smile is an integral part of relationships. The body operates
best when positive emotions pass through it. If we experience negative
emotions passing through our bodies it may lead to stress. A positive
lifestyle may be associated with prosperity. Once you have mastered good
life habits there is no option to trade off.<br />
Sexual
gratification with your spouse is a given. The more you give the more
you receive. A stamp of approval by the Creator has established a
covenant with both of you that's everlasting, beginning to end, first to
last, Alpha and Omega. Amen.<br />
Sending someone an e-mail is a great
way to stay in touch. A social life is important and should be factored
into a wholesome lifestyle. A conference on a cruise with a group will
allow you to stay connected while having fun. Corporate, Toastmaster and
investment conferences are excellent ways to stay empowered, informed
and meet with your group. If you lack maturity on important matters or
have low-self esteem, and would like to see personal growth in other
areas of your life, consider plans for group like settings.<br />
Have
you decided what is important to you and attainable? This is the
beginning of your journey down the yellow brick road. Don't worry about
how to get there, but why it's important that you go there. The how will
show up later as you quest forward.<br />
Negative emotions are a
nuisance, beware of them. Positive emotions can uplift and help you to
heal. Positive emotions will also build your confidence and hope for the
future. Recognize that it's normal to experience sadness, it means you
are hurt, broken or tenderhearted. First, when you receive bad news, try
to get all the facts, repeating information is not easy. Second, you
must maintain a sincere conversation not allowing things to escalate
into wide spread gossip. We may loose valuable information every time we
attempt to pass it on to another individual.<br />
Develop a habit of
being kind to oneself. You must learn how to meet some of your own
needs. You are not being selfish if you treat yourself a few hours each
month. Work on a sensible budget that allows you to do something
meaningful with family or friends frequently. Allow for a long distance
call as an example to a former co-worker.<br />
As you incorporate
wellness into your lifestyle an epiphany is transparent and material
things will become less important. The best things in life are
achievable through practice, mastery and relationships. The best things
in life are priceless, a price tag placed on an item cannot be defined
as priceless. Don't wait until an individual is no longer present and
wish that; if only I had taken more time things could have turned out
differently.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16072606644015567721noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2122043595655434181.post-66920748521570363302012-10-28T08:06:00.000-07:002012-11-08T08:06:21.772-08:00Anti Aging Foods to Boost Your Health and Fitness<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
We are all living longer than ever before and our expectations
about how we want to look and feel are higher than ever. Anti Aging
foods can help us stay agile, fit, healthy, more creative, happier and
more youthful!<br />
The secret to staying healthy has always been a good diet but we can do more?<br />
By
avoiding processed foods, sugar, salt and fats and limiting alcohol we
can begin to reduce the risk of disease and weight gain. But what about
maintaining energy levels and feeling fit and active? We want to have
good eyesight, healthy skin and hair and a better memory. The good news
is that by choosing anti aging foods we can almost turn back the clock
to make us look better and feel younger!<br />
Anti aging foods are
fresh and natural and are best eaten raw or cooked in a way that will
preserve their life enhancing nutrients. We have to begin taking notice
of our body's signals. How do we feel after a 4 course meal with fatty
sauces and lots of carbohydrates followed by a sticky dessert and a
couple of glasses of wine? The answer is probably tired and looking for a
place to have a little snooze. We have to wake up and realize that
eating nature's super foods can keep us younger and more energetic for
longer! Some fun exercise every day and a diet planned around the super
foods below will stave off, heart disease, osteoporosis, diabetes and
arthritis. Anti aging foods boost energy, improve skin and hair and
enhance mental performance.<br />
Begin right now with..<br />
<strong>Fruits</strong>:
In every color and shape with amazing tastes and aromas. They are
packed full of vitamins, antioxidants and nutrients to protect skin,
eyes, bones and the immune system.<br />
<strong>Vegetables and Salad</strong>:
From dark green broccoli to delicate salad leaves these are powerful
antioxidants with a host of vitamins and minerals. The best insurance
against heart disease and a mighty boost for the immune system. May even
help ward off cancer.<br />
<strong>Pulses, Peas, Beans and Lentils</strong>:
A perfect balance of proteins and complex carbohydrates loaded with
fibre which lowers cholesterol plus B vitamins, Magnesium, Zinc and
Iron.<br />
<strong>Nuts and Seeds</strong>: Fabulous Omega-3 and
Omega-6 oils protect your heart and improve immunity. Great for the skin
too! If you don't like fish eat nuts and seeds instead.<br />
<strong>Whole Grains</strong>:
Brown rice and pasta, rye bread and oats are delicious and loaded with
fiber. Who would want to eat a fluffy white bread when you can have a
whole grain bread with crunchy seeds on the top?<br />
<strong>Good Fats and Oil</strong>: Olive oil and other cold pressed oils provide essential antioxidant protection.<br />
<strong>Fish</strong>:
All fish but especially the oily kind are perfect anti aging foods.
Salmon, sardines, tuna and herring are rich in omega-3 oils. Essential
fatty acids that boost the immune system and are often called brain
foods!<br />
<strong>Lean meat</strong>: Chicken, turkey and game are perfect low-fat proteins essential for cell repair.<br />
<strong>Cheese and Milk</strong>: These are proteins with a higher fat content and should be kept to a minimum. Natural yogurt is a good choice.<br />
Is it time to change the way you think about food?<br />
We
cannot stay young forever but we can make 70 the new 50 and enjoy every
minute of our healthy, active lifestyle! Don't wait too long. Begin
eating anti aging foods today and feel more active and more attractive
than ever before. Maintain a healthy weight, boost your energy and
invest in your good health!<br />
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Carol Engelmann is 62 and passionate about everything anti aging.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16072606644015567721noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2122043595655434181.post-4137117104367004822012-10-14T08:04:00.000-07:002012-11-08T08:05:18.658-08:00Improve Your Health and Fitness<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
Many people look in the mirror and are dismayed at the bulge that
they see. For some people it is unsightly and unwanted. The good news
is that improvements to your mid section can be made if you make the
effort to get rid of belly fat. It is not an easy accomplishment but
with a plan and motivation it can be done. Weight loss can make a
dramatic improvement in your life.<br />
Why
should you care about your excess weight? For starters it is unhealthy.
Perhaps the biggest issue is that there is a link between belly fat and
diabetes. Having excess weight and size can cause your body to become
resistant to insulin which helps to regulate blood sugar. When this
happens the possibility of becoming diabetic becomes a real concern.
Patients with diabetes find that their blood sugar and circulation are
affected. This is a lifetime condition that in many cases can be
avoided.<br />
Other health issue resulting in too much belly fat are
higher cholesterol, higher blood sugar, and higher blood pressure. These
are all serious problems which can effect those that leave their belly
fat, and weight, unchecked.<br />
Secondly, and superficially, people
want to get lose pounds simply because it is not considered attractive
by many. Folks today are trying to get in shape and live more healthy
lives. Many are trying to exercise more and get slim. People with belly
fat may strive to meet these ideals as well. There are many positives
about belly fat loss. You will find clothes fit better. You will look
better. You will feel better. All of these positives will lead you to
become more confident with yourself. While you continue to lose the
weight you will become more and more active and involved in potentially
more activities. This type of weight loss and body shaping leads to a
cascading effect of healthy goodness.<br />
How does one get rid of a
large stomach? Through diet and exercise. All the things you do not want
to hear is required. You need a plan. Focus and determination. You have
to put in the hard work. You have to modify your lifestyle. It's
simple, but not easy.<br />
For starters you have to watch what you eat.
All those sugary drinks and fattening foods you munch on while watching
TV have to be curtailed. You have no doubt heard of "beer bellies".
Many alcoholic beverages have tons of calories that we tend to consume
too much of. Remember "all things in moderation". Instead of eating a
whole bag of potato chips while you watch the game, have a few and put
the bag away. Eat grilled chicken instead of a greasy hamburger. Think
healthy foods.<br />
The second part of reducing your mid section is to
exercise. Get moving. You need to do two things: strength training and
cardiovascular exercises. You should run, walk, bicycle, row, swim,
cross-country ski. Anything to get your heart rate up vigorously. No,
bowling or a lazy round of golf is not going to cut it. Additionally,
full body strength training with weights, resistance bands or weight
machines is necessary to both burn calories and firm up your muscles.<br />
Get
rid of belly fat and you will lead a more healthy and productive life.
You will feel better and look better. All it takes is effort and
determination. Once it is gone you will be glad you accomplished it.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16072606644015567721noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2122043595655434181.post-56180124751049158792012-09-30T08:04:00.000-07:002012-11-08T08:04:33.844-08:00Weight Training Injury Prevention Report<div style="text-align: justify;">
It is a known fact that weight training related injuries are on the
rise. This is only natural considering the fact that more people are
attempting to remain fit now.</div>
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The Report in Brief</div>
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The
report concerning the rise of weight training injuries that published
recently (April 16, 2010) is based on Center for Injury Research. Quite a
large number of large number of injuries had also been discovered by
the Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital.</div>
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This
study of weight-related increases accounts for cases that occurred from
1990s to 2007. This is a time during which a 50 percent increase in
injuries took place.</div>
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The largest portion of these injury increases
was reported in men ages 13 to 24. Usually it was while using free
weights and the majority of these were sprains and strains.</div>
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Other
injuries included these: Upper body injuries, lower trunk pain, soft
tissue injuries, and hand injuries. It should be noted though that even
though most of the injuries that occurred in young people 18 to 24 the
largest increase in incidences actually took place in people 45 and
older.</div>
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The reason the older people would get hurt is because they
would over-exert themselves. This often is a result of too much lifting
and pulling.</div>
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There of course is an increase in women participants
in weight training too. However, not as much information has yet been
provided about female weight trainers.</div>
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This is only a short
segment of information provided in a report about this issue. Additional
information can be found in "Weight Training-Related Injuries
Increasing."</div>
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Prevention Tips</div>
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This next section is not taken
from the same source as the above information about injuries. This is
rather a collection of fitness safety tips related to weight training
collected from a variety of publications.</div>
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There are a variety of reasons why injuries occur. This is a short list of tips based on those varying causes:</div>
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Illegal
steroids-One main cause of weight training injuries is the use of
anabolic steroids. People use them to obtain gains in strength and
muscle. However, using steroids is illegal and can lead to torn muscles,
tendons, or ligaments. These should NOT be used.</div>
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Inadequate
warm-up-Another reason that injuries occur is because of not warming up
properly. It is highly recommended that you stretch all the major
muscles in your legs, arms, back, and abdomen before proceeding.</div>
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Inappropriate
age-Sometimes adolescents who have not had their muscles fully
developed can hurt themselves. Therefore, they should be under close
supervision in case of injury. They should limit their weight lifting
activity until after reaching puberty.</div>
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Improper
technique-Sometimes people injure themselves while not using the weights
the way they should be used. They also may not handle the weights the
way they should be handled. Bouncing, jerking, or throwing them is a
very bad idea. Sometimes a person can also extend his/her back in a way
he/she should not either, or extending it too often can be dangerous.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16072606644015567721noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2122043595655434181.post-41162414963695327122012-09-23T08:03:00.000-07:002012-11-08T08:03:56.454-08:0010 Top Tips<div style="text-align: justify;">
10 Ways to stay Healthier at Home</div>
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Many
people spend all or part of the week working from home, caring for
children, parents and relatives, or keeping house. All of these things
can be just as demanding and stressful as going to work each day. And
you may need strategies to make your experience of home life healthier.</div>
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1.
Fill house with healthy food and snacks for adults and children. Avoid
snacking on treats bought for the kids, making sure your children eat
healthy snacks such as raisins, fruit, rice crackers etc rather than
sugary, salty or fatty snacks. Fill a container with strips of
cucumber, peppers, celery and carrot, grapes, blueberries and
strawberries, maybe a little cold salmon or hard-boiled eggs, ensuring
there is always something to snack on if you find yourself staring into
the fridge without quite knowing how you got there.</div>
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2. Have a
glass of water every hour. Often the body mistakes thirst for hunger-
you may automatically reach for food when you need a drink. Buy a
filter jug, or some mineral water, drink with a slice of orange or lime,
and encourage children to drink water or dilute fresh fruit juice.
Limit yourself to one of two coffees or teas, and stock up on
interesting herbal teas for variety.</div>
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3. Beat Boredom; hunger may
result from boredom- your body is telling you to get up and get a change
of scene. Go for frequent little walks, take small children to post a
letter, buy a newspaper, have a stroll around the block, or go outside
and pull some weeds up. Small changes will keep your brain stimulated.
If you are working from home, get up for a couple of minutes every half
an hour to keep the body mobile (avoiding back pain) and to refresh
your brain. If you cannot leave the house, do something different for
five minutes, open a window and get some fresh air, or put some music
on.</div>
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4. Treat housework as a work out. Turn on the stereo, and
perform each task with energy. Vacuuming, floor scrubbing, cleaning
windows, gardening and sweeping for 30 minutes each day will keep you
healthier.</div>
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5. Protect your family from environmental toxins.
Safely dispose of dangerous and unpleasant chemical cleaners, go for
old-fashioned alternatives (such as vinegar and bicarbonate of soda) or
eco-friendly brands, and use some elbow grease.</div>
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o Recent research has shown that household cleaning residues cross the placenta to your unborn baby </div>
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o Cleaning products are linked to asthma in adults and children.</div>
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o The average household contains in excess of 20 gallons of hazardous chemicals- many in cleaning products.</div>
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o
Most poisonings, particularly of children occur in the home. Children
under the age of 6 are usually poisoned with cleaning products.</div>
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o
Out of 70,000 synthetic chemicals in production, many are linked to
cancer and other health problems, but only 600 have been adequately
tested. (U.S. Office of Environmental Affairs).</div>
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o Many air
fresheners contain chemicals harmful to your health, such as artificial
musk. Avoid sprays, and swap for an oil burner and pure essential oils
such as lavender- much cheaper in the long run.</div>
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6. Use the stairs
as exercise equipment! When you come to the bottom step, jump off with
both feet, and land with slightly bent knees. The impact with
strengthen the bones of your ankles, legs and hips, guarding against
future risk of osteoporosis. (Do not do this if you have existing bone
problems or injuries).</div>
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7. Mums of young children- get out with
that push chair! Pushing a child around (especially with all those bags
kid-stuff) can be challenging exercise. Choose a push chair which does
not encourage you to stoop and round your shoulders- many now have
adjustable handles. Get out to parks and shops, take the hilly route,
stand tall, pulling in your tummy and power along with that pram. Some
instructors run push-chair workouts in local parks for new mums- keep
your eyes peeled, or invite some friends and do it yourself.</div>
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8.
Take care whilst preparing food. It can become habitual to finish off
children's food and eat your own as well, or eat tea with kids and then
later with a partner. This road leads to steady weight gain making many
parents unhappy and unhealthy. Try to stay aware whilst preparing the
endless drinks, meals and snacks demanded by children, that you are not
falling into bad habits.</div>
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9. Stay organized. There is so much to
do, and it can easily spiral into chaos, leaving you stressed and tired.
Take a business-like overview of your week, making the most of your
time and resources. For example, try to make several meals out of one
cooking session. Prepare extra pasta, rice, green beans, roasted
vegetables to be eaten cold as salads in lunchboxes or for snacks and
meals, use the same ingredients for several meals- roast red peppers for
sauces, soups, salads etc, if you are making one pie/lasagna/soup make
two or three and freeze them, marking them with the date you made them.
Prepare children's lunch boxes while you are making their tea- using
the same ingredients- rice, veggie sausages, cherry tomatoes....</div>
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10.
Make some time to exercise- reducing stress, achieving personal goals,
improving fitness, losing baby weight, and having some time for
yourself. If you have young children, look out for local health clubs
with crèche facilities or mother-and-baby classes (many council
facilities are very affordable). Some clubs also provide classes for
older children, and you can use the free time to go for a swim or to the
gym. Alternately, buy an exercise or yoga video, or some hand weights
and a gym ball. Just 15 minutes of toning exercise a day will make a
difference.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16072606644015567721noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2122043595655434181.post-46889201771470903142012-09-16T08:02:00.000-07:002012-11-08T08:03:04.234-08:00The Good and Bad News About Hoodia<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
Anyone who is seriously considering a new diet pill or
alternative weight loss product of good practices are fully informed
about its short-and long-term side effects, and in combination with
other drugs. Most people aware of weight today are aware of hoodia
gordonii and his incredible ability to suppress appetite. But
unfortunately, most people are not fully aware of the hoodia long-term
potential side effects.<br />
The good news<br />
The
good news about hoodia gordonii is that until now has not demonstrated
the short-term harmful side effects. There have been no reports of
dangerous side effects of consumers in the West who have hoodia.
Volunteers who have participated in small group formal tests have shown
that hoodia pure hoodia when taken regularly at an optimal dose -
between 750 and 1500mg - were eating 1000 calories a day less compared
with the control group. Furthermore, in animal experiments, hoodia has
been able to reduce food consumption by as much as 40 percent.<br />
The bad news<br />
Since
it is still too early in the hoodia gordonii general of history in
relation to modern consumers, the studies have not yet been conducted to
assess their potential long-term side effects. Until clinical trials
are administered in a large group at random and diverse racial
composition, which is not known at this time what the possible side
effects hoodia gordonii may have on pregnant women, young obese, or
anyone with chronic conditions as the liver, kidney, or heart disease.<br />
Another
point to remember is that so far the only harmful side effects from
taking Hoodia is achieved through abuse or misuse. For example, someone
who suffers from an eating disorder can find his or her self-harm on the
road after taking Hoodia for several weeks. How? His health may suffer
from a lack of nutrients when they do not feel like eating. The
suppression of appetite may cause unknown damage to your body. So how
does a prevent this from happening? Here's a simple preventive measure:
hoodia supplement with a well-balanced diet and daily exercise.<br />
If
you are interested in finding high-quality hoodia reputation of
business confidence, be careful with web sites that you order that there
are many vendors out there that claim to sell pure hoodia, but the sad
reality is that most are selling fake or inferior products hoodia.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16072606644015567721noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2122043595655434181.post-32280282361595823432012-09-09T08:02:00.000-07:002012-11-08T08:02:24.423-08:00Coffee And Fitness<div style="text-align: justify;">
Many of us fitness enthusiasts love to have ourselves a cup o' Joe.
It smells good, it tastes good, it makes you feel good. It's a morning
ritual for some and a social way to catch up with friends, for others.
Some like it black, some like it nonfat with caramel on top. Whatever
your coffee preferences are, coffee lovers can all agree that they
really enjoy their caffeine!</div>
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Is it good for fitness though?</div>
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Caffeine is a drug, a stimulant and a supplement.</div>
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<b>Effects of caffeine include:</b></div>
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-Increased heart rate</div>
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-Increased blood pressure</div>
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-Increased dopamine</div>
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-Improves Alertness</div>
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-Improves Concentration</div>
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-Feeling frazzled</div>
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-Headaches</div>
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-Restlessness</div>
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-Irritability</div>
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-May effect ability to fall asleep</div>
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-Addiction</div>
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Caffeine
is an "anti-nutrient." This means that it prevents the vitamins and
minerals you eat from being absorbed. This is especially bad news for
your bones because coffee steals calcium from them. If you are at risk
for (or have) osteoporosis, then you really need to cut back!</div>
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It's
also a diuretic. Caffeine takes water from your body and dehydrates
you. This can lead to a bunch of unpleasant conditions, such as
constipation. When you are dehydrated, your body holds on to water. This
is commonly known as "water weight" and it seems to give you an
unsightly extra layer of fat.</div>
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Dehydration is also bad news for
putting on muscle. You need water to carry nutrients to the working
muscles. They need to be "fed" for growth. In combination with the
fluids lost through sweat you need to make sure you are drinking lots of
water, if you are a coffee drinker. Caffeine also blunts the effects of
creatine. So there is a chance your supplements are not working as
effectively as they could be!</div>
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For a weight loss program you need
to be aware that like any drink, there is the potential "empty
calories." If you drink in the morning have coffee with low fat cream
and without sugar. Do you really need sugar first thing in the morning?
Be careful of those delicious lattes. A whole milk latte is over 200
calories! One of those everyday will really slow your progress. Think of
fancy coffees as a dessert and treat yourself once in a while.</div>
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The
good news is that coffee is considered a fitness supplement. It is
proven to be endurance enhancing. So much so that the international
Olympic committee has placed a ban leading to disqualification for
athletes with a urinary limits exceeding 12 mg/ml. This is approximately
4-7 cups of coffee. Coffee in the morning can really clear the cobwebs
and make you feel alert and ready to take on the day.</div>
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The benefits
of coffee as a fitness supplement can be achieved through proper
nutrition and exercise. I don't think it's necessary for any fitness
program. However, moderate coffee drinking (1-2 cups/day) doesn't have
any known long term effects on health. So enjoy a coffee once in a while
but don't count on it to give you a great physique.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16072606644015567721noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2122043595655434181.post-85502030560781891062012-09-02T08:01:00.000-07:002012-11-08T08:01:32.032-08:00Health and Happiness<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
Whatever you think about your health and level of happiness determines how healthy and happy you actually feel.<br />
In his famous book, <em>As A Man Thinketh</em>,
James Allen quoted the Bible when he stated, "As a man thinketh in his
heart so shall he be.""Henry Ford reiterated that point in simpler
language saying, "If you think you can or if you think you can't you're
right."<br />
What pictures do you hold of yourself in terms of health
and happiness? You may or may not know, actually. You see, your early
caretakers, your parents, siblings, teachers, friends and society
created the picture you have inside you out of your awareness telling
you who you can and cannot be, what you can and cannot do, and what you
can and cannot have when you were too young to filter out their
messages.<br />
Consequently, the limiting picture you live by now, your
self image, only allows you to accomplish actions that fit that narrow
definition of you. The good news is nothing about your self image is set
in stone.<br />
You can change many aspects of who and what you are
simply by deciding who and how you want to be in life. You just need to
know that fact, really believe it in your heart, and live from that
truth. Decide then act in the new way, the way a person who lives that
way, the life you desire to live, acts.<br />
How do you do that? Ask
yourself, "What would a person who leads that kind of life have to do to
be that way and have what they have?" Then work backwards. Ask
yourself, "What kind of actions would he have to take to get where he is
now?" Next ask, "What would such a person have to think that leads him
to take those particular actions?" Finally, ask, "What kind of person
takes those actions?"<br />
Okay, so now you have some answers to some of those questions. Now what?<br />
You
cold make yourself crazy trying to figure out all the how to make it
happen OR you could ask the Universe, God, Source, Creator (whatever
term you use) to show you how to become like that person who already
lives that other life style to which you'd like to become accustomed.<br />
OR you can find someone who already lives that way and ask him or her to mentor you.<br />
Actually
you don't really need mentoring, per say, you really just want to
follow that person around for a few days, note what they say and do,
then do as they do.<br />
When you duplicate the actions of a successful
person and you know, in your heart of hearts that you deserve that same
success, then you have to achieve that goal. Period.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16072606644015567721noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2122043595655434181.post-89099630799985988792012-08-26T08:00:00.000-07:002012-11-08T08:00:32.186-08:00Health and Happiness Naturally - 4 Simple Tips<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
Learning how to improve your health and happiness is like trying
to find a needle in a haystack these days. The good news is that it is
really easy when you know what to do. Most men and women want quick
results, so they never get anywhere. Here are my personal, proven tips
for improving your health and happiness naturally:<br />
<b>1. Exercise</b><br />
I
know exercise isn't the most fun thing to do in the world, but that's
just because you haven't found something that works for you.<br />
You probably think you <i>have to</i>
exercise in a certain way. I'm here to tell you that you can do
whatever you want. Dancing, biking, rock climbing or yoga, doesn't
matter, as long as you like it! Exercise keeps you fit, happy and
looking good. It's a necessary ingredient in your health and happiness.<br />
<b>2. Whole-Foods</b><br />
Eating
well is brain-dead obvious, but why don't most people do it? It's a
habit that has to be practiced. It requires some discipline, but if
you're serious about feeling better and improving your happiness levels,
it's easy!<br />
<b>3. Meditation</b><br />
Meditation has been proven
to be effective not only in improving your mood, but also your brain
function and lowering your stress levels. It doesn't have to be hard.
Just sitting down and focusing on your breath is enough. Or just
focusing on your muscles when you're doing the dishes.<br />
<b>4. Natural Supplements (My Favorite)</b><br />
My
favorite way of improving my health and happiness is by using natural
supplements, such as a cutting-edge multivitamin brand and an omega-3
fish oil supplement.<br />
The best way to find a supplement that really
delivers the benefits you want is to look for a reputable company and
high quality ingredients, such as green tea extract, resveratrol and
l-carnosine.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16072606644015567721noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2122043595655434181.post-4069764429229521402012-08-19T07:59:00.000-07:002012-11-08T07:59:13.871-08:00The Connection Between Child Obesity And Fitness<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
Our modern society is one that is, unfortunately, plagued by
weight issues. Our poor diets fueled by convenience foods and our
sedentary lifestyle exacerbated by computers and televisions, have
spawned a culture that battles obesity more than ever. It should be no
surprise, therefore, that our children are fighting similar battles.
Childhood obesity continues to be one of the most dangerous conditions
facing children today. A childhood spent battling weight is often a
predicator of an adulthood spent battling weight. That's why it's so
important to face child obesity head on, implementing lifestyle changes
that can have a profound impact on future health. Obviously diet is a
large component of child obesity. But the connection between child
obesity and fitness is just as strong.<br />
Poor
choices in food along with a skewed concept of appropriate portions can
undoubtedly fuel child obesity. Clearly, part of making lifestyle
changes with children who are battling obesity involves critical diet
modifications. This includes minimizing highly processed foods that
often contain large amounts of saturated fat, sugar, and salt. Rather,
there should be a transition to a diet focused on whole, natural foods
such as fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean meats. High
sugar juices and soft drinks should be immediately eliminated and
replaced with water or low-fat milk.<br />
But just as important is the
link between child obesity and fitness. In this modern world, children
are often more inclined to play on their computer and watch television
than play outside. It is absolutely essential to integrate physical
activity into a daily routine. Part of laying the groundwork for a
healthy adulthood is instilling healthy habits in the lives of children.<br />
Child
obesity and fitness is just one component in the quest to get healthy.
An overall lifestyle change that will mean a future spent at a healthy
weight requires a fundamental commitment on all levels - in diet,
exercise, and emotional dedication. The good news is that if you create a
healthy connection between child obesity and fitness - in that an
increase in physical activity has the child experiencing positive
physical changes - you will forever instill that connection in them. The
result can be a lifetime of health and vitality.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16072606644015567721noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2122043595655434181.post-31071279754116052602012-08-12T07:58:00.000-07:002012-11-08T07:58:34.479-08:00Health and Nutrition<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
For hundreds of years many health enthusiasts have been claiming
to have the answer to everyone on the planet's question; How do I live a
long healthy life? Sorry to break the news to you but its no different
today in 21st. century. We still have health enthusiasts making claims
then shifting blame toward various sources when their ideologies are
debunked. Just like you, I am a proponent for knowing the truth about
health, nutrition, and fitness, so lets begin to winnow out fact from
fallacy.<br />
The
first thing we need to come to terms with is our ever-increasing
knowledge in the scientific arena. Over the past decade alone, our
advances in science has brought tremendous illumination regarding many
of the health topics in question for the past century. We definitely
need to embrace this data and learn about our own personal health's
past, present, and future. Of course, not all scientific revelation can
pertain to every individual (the element of the unknown) but we can
still use this great tool to our advance as individuals.<br />
Food
selection and maintaining a consistent fitness regimen is obviously very
important but what degree is their importance, and how do we translate
these principals into a healthy workable lifestyle. The answer is
complex yet simple. We always need to start with a commitment to learn
and implement. As we practice application and health-minded consistency,
we should then practice tracking, balancing, and controlling our time,
the foods we eat (including nutrient content and sources), and our
physical expenditure (our fitness regimen). It is very important to stay
consistent with these crucial principals that play synergistic roles in
our health's development. We need to look outside ourselves to discover
the things that are deep within us (abilities, passion, desire,
emotions, reasoning, etc.). As life progresses being health conscious,
we notice we begin to experience the rewards for health stewardship.<br />
Ask
yourself this one question, am I doing everything I can to be healthy?
As you think about the answer to that question, let me ask you a few
more questions to stimulate your thinking about the matter. Are you
confident the information you know has a positive effect on your health?
Lastly, do you have realistic goals to achieve your desired outcome for
your efforts? As much as I would like to answer these questions for
you, I can only answer for myself.<br />
In light of the questions posed
in the beginning summary of the article, I will quickly answer these
questions myself to illuminate my own responses. First, YES, I am up for
this challenge to learn, grow, and implement new techniques to advance
my own health. Second, I do need to be selective with the foods I choose
to eat, and when. Third, I do need to discipline myself to adhere to a
consistent yet effective physical fitness regimen. (No one can do it for
me.) Fourth, what we can health today is extremely important, but we
definitely need to fine tune and apply basic principals for individual
success. We must continue to explore then exhaust all avenues to
incorporate health, nutrition, and fitness into a habitual daily
practice.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16072606644015567721noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2122043595655434181.post-43887066868706691112012-08-05T07:57:00.000-07:002012-11-08T07:57:46.417-08:00The Latest Fitness News Can Greatly Benefit Your Weight Loss Goals<div style="text-align: justify;">
Keeping up with the latest fitness news is imperative in maintaining
your weight loss goals. There are several reasons for this. It will
allow you to vary certain aspects in your daily routine and enhance your
overall sense of well-being. Technology is consistently on the rise and
always improving. For this reason alone we always need to be aware of
the best new tips and tricks.</div>
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For
some people, having a gym in their home is the only way in which they
are going to workout on a regular basis. This is not necessarily a bad
thing if you are able to provide yourself with this convenience. If you
are fortunate enough to have the convenience of a home gym there are
several items you will want to purchase. These items consist of:
exercise balls, elliptical trainers, ab equipment, and yoga mats. A
combination of these machines will allow for quality variation in your
daily routine.</div>
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For most people the convenience of a home gym is
not a reality. Therefore, there are several deals to be had at a local
gym. The first deal to be had is that the consumer almost always has
better advantage in making a deal. This is because there are so many
possible gyms you could chose from, the company is terrified of losing
your business. You should never want to pay any sort of a start-up fee.
There are also certain times you can sign up that will allow you a
certain amount of months at a lower rate for an extended period of time.</div>
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Many
people struggle with the food aspect of weight loss. For this reason
several companies have designed programs that can help you conquer this
battle. These programs are designed in a way that will provide you will
confidence and encouragement. There are significant step in the right
direction as far as achieving your goals.</div>
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For people who do that
have any extra time on their plate in which they can go participate in a
food program there are online programs. These programs have been
designed for the ever increasingly busy lives of the American public.
Lifestyles of society today are increasingly busy and personal health
tends to suffer. However, this is where these online programs come into
play.</div>
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A daily routine in which you follow specific guidelines to
consistently train your body is a good thing. However, the same routine
everyday is actually doing your body a disservice. This is because your
muscles can only function under an allotted amount of stress. Once you
push the same muscles beyond this level of stress them begin to wear out
and will eventually break down and tear or cause fractures.</div>
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One
way that you can prevent this from happening is in cross-training your
muscles. This allows your body to work out all of its muscles equally.
This is also help prevent over working any specific muscle groups so
that they do not cause unneeded wear and tear. You ultimately want to
increase your performance and this is the key factor in that.</div>
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Your
body is craving an overall body workout so that it can feel and work at
its most optimal level of performance. For this reason you will want to
cross-train your muscles regularly. You will thank yourself in the
long-run for you obvious improvement in several aspects of your life</div>
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