Hello everyone. Today’s guest post comes from Scott Cole - America's Premier Wellness Expert. ----- We often associate ageing with lack of movement, debilitation, and planned body obsolescence. Don’t buy into it. In my 25 years of working with ageing populations, I know that progress can be made at any age, and the mind working WITH the body has EVERYTHING to do with it. I always lovingly “threaten” my classes and clients that I am going to wear a t-shirt that says: “BREATHE and BEND YOUR KNEES.” It’s true. Lack of breathing blocks your “Chi” (energy) from moving through your … [Read more...]
Protein Supplements and Muscle Building
Hello everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from Predator Nutrition who sell a range of competitively priced protein supplements on their website. ----- A bewildering array of different types of dietary sports supplements are available online and in specialist shops these days, all of them claiming to help boost and quicken muscle development in weightlifters, bodybuilders and fitness enthusiasts. So what are the best products on the market? First of all, instead of “what is the best product?” a better would be: “what is the best product for me?” Bodybuilding supplements help … [Read more...]
Proper Recovery After A Difficult Workout
Hello everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from Bob Mauer who shares his thoughts on health and fitness at his personal blog; http://acehealth.org ----- After a vigorous workout, all you want to do is relax and forget about exercise for the rest of the day. Unfortunately, it is this kind of thinking that causes pain and soreness for a day or more after the initial workout. Since soreness can prevent you from keeping a steady exercise program, it’s critical that you learn exactly what causes muscle pain and what you can do to prevent it. In order to successfully continue a healthy … [Read more...]
6 Tips For Great Weight Loss Motivation
Hello everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from Stefan Edlund. On his website Stefan offers visitors a free report on How To Lose Weight Fast. ----- You have decided that you are going to lose weight, you have found a great training program and diet to follow, and you feel motivated and ready. So the first week goes fine and you follow your program. Then the next week comes along, and you maybe start to miss a few of your exercise routines, and start to cheat on your diet. And then the third week comes, and you have lost all your motivation for training and eating right, and … [Read more...]
Top 9 Pre-Workout Foods
Hello everyone. Today’s guest post comes from Lisa Shoreland - a resident blogger at GoCollege which is an excellent online guide for students. ----- Whether you’re the type of person who works out two to three times a day, or if you’re a working Mom hoping to sneak in a quick fitness routine before or after work, what you eat before you exercise ultimately determines the quality of your workout. Some experts believe that protein is the “ultimate pre-workout fuel food,” while others believe it is carbohydrates; because of this it is important to experiment and find out which foods … [Read more...]
How To Use Carbs To Manipulate Your Body Into Extreme Fat Loss Mode
Hello everyone. Today’s guest post comes from Johnny Palmer from How To Lose Body Fat Fast. ----- Carbs, protein, fats, vitamins, minerals... All of these are essential in the right amounts to a good, healthy diet - but what is the most important for fat loss? That is like asking what is more important to a human - the skin, the brain, the lungs, the blood... They are all equally important to fat loss, because if your body is not in perfect harmony, then it is not in a state to lose body fat - in fact it will cling to fat the less nourished you are. This is brutally (and sadly) … [Read more...]
7 Tips For Good Home Fitness Training
Hello everyone. Today’s guest post comes from the health enthusiast and martial artist Rahim Samuel aka The Homebody. He runs the highly informative website Homefitness 360 which is a valuable resource for people who want to learn more about training in their own home. ----- Nowadays, with the economy being in the condition that it's in, people have cut back on the gym memberships and taken their fitness routines right into the confines of their homes. Unfortunately, not everybody has access or the resources to a state of the art gym. If that is not an option for you, do not fret … [Read more...]
Alternative Benefits of Joining a Gym
Hello everyone. Today’s guest post comes from LA Fitness who operate a wide range of gyms in Birmingham. ----- When you ask people to describe what they think of when they think about the gym they will tell you all about feeling sweaty and exhausted, sore leg muscles and a never ending set of stomach crunches which doesn't seem to have any effect. Unfortunately, most people who take the time to visit the gym do so with their eyes closed to the possibilities a gym membership can provide, seeing only the difficulties and hunger pangs they have come to associate with keeping fit. Health and … [Read more...]
Use An Indoor Bike Trainer To Stay Fit All Year Round
Hello everyone. Today’s guest post comes from Ron Fritzke who is a cycling products reviewer, a former competitve runner and currently directs his competitive efforts towards cycling. ----- It doesn’t take a genius to realize that the best fitness programs combine both good diet and regular exercise. While healthy eating habits can take a seasonal ‘hit’ (think Halloween candy and Christmas sweets), staying diligent with regular exercise can also get to be a problem at certain times of the year. I’m talking about trying to stay in shape through the cold storms of winter. That’s where … [Read more...]
Practical Fitness Tips For Stressed Out High School Students
Hello everyone. Today’s guest post comes from Brian Jenkins who writes for BrainTrack.com - an excellent online resource for students. ----- Too much stress in high school can lead to poor grades, burning out, and stress-related illnesses. Some students cope with stress by overeating or spending hours in front of the computer or television. What are some better alternatives for high school students? Exercise Physical activity helps to use up the excess energy created by stress. Stressed out students should shoot to get at least 30 minutes of exercise every day. Fast paced aerobic … [Read more...]