Cholesterol is a fat-like substance that is carried by proteins in the blood. It is mainly produced in the liver. Your body makes the amount it needs and uses it for many different reasons, such as the production of cell membranes and vitamin D. Some of the foods you eat may also contain cholesterol, so it is important to make sure you’re not eating produce that contains too much as this can put you at risk of various health conditions, such as heart attacks and strokes. However, did you know that cholesterol can affect your love life too? Read on to find out how your cholesterol might be … [Read more...]
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The Future Of Fitness
Hey Everyone. This is a guest post from Dave England. ----- The first Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer (EFX) was released in 1995 by Precor, featuring a rear drive design which offered a lower-impact alternative to the treadmill. Some of the earliest rowing machines date back still further, with a patent being issued in 1872 for a hydraulic damper based design. But it wasn't until the mid 1950s that the rowing machine became more practical, comfortable, and capable of improving your rowing power on the water. Fast forward 60 years and the same basic machines are still going strong, … [Read more...]
Is Webcam Personal Training The Future?
Being fit and healthy has never been more popular than now and, let’s state the obvious, looking good makes you feel good. But the old methods of working out don’t always work with modern busy lives. Old Methods Of Working Out Many people say that they are ‘too busy’ to workout regularly with work, socialising and family taking precedence. In the past, if you have had the motivation to change your body image and reach your health and fitness goals, four things were contemplated: Joining a gym Buying the latest workout DVD Downloading a new fitness app Getting a personal trainer, … [Read more...]