Archive for October, 2009

Exercise Bike: For the Fitter You

Saturday, October 31st, 2009

The hugely popular exercise bike evolved from the traditional bicycle which was invented centuries ago. Bicycles were not merely a means of transport but also offered ample scope for physical fitness. Their resourcefulness has been carried through generations and their basic principle finds relevance in the present day exercise cycle.An exercise bike is today one [...]

Is Exercise a Dirty Word?

Saturday, October 31st, 2009

(c) 2008 Pat BrillWe all know that exercising is an important part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Yet…do we do it? What if you could give yourself permission to start small in your exercising efforts…and still feel good about yourself?Exercise is essentially movement using various muscle groups. By this definition, almost any sort of activity [...]

Did You Know That Exercise Helps Sleep?

Saturday, October 31st, 2009

Many people know that exercise provides numerous health benefits to the people that exercise on a regular basis, but many do not know that exercise can help them sleep better. Regular exercise has been proven to help people fall asleep quicker and stay asleep longer in many studies by researchers across the nation. Daily exercise [...]

Low Calorie Diets Do Not Work

Saturday, October 31st, 2009

I have seen people who were on the right track, steady as can be, with weight loss and getting closer to their goal. But all of a sudden, their total daily calorie intake kept dropping dangerously lower and all of a sudden, the great weight loss just stopped. Thinking this might be just a plateau, [...]

Problem With Low Calorie Diets – Why I Can’T Get Diet Results!

Friday, October 30th, 2009

Are you sick and tired of useless diets that cause nothing but distress and frustration in attempting to lose weight. Today I will discuss the problem with low calorie diets and how you can lose 20 or more pounds of fat permanently! Best of all there is no starving and in fact you are encouraged [...]

The Benefits of Exercise During Pregnancy

Friday, October 30th, 2009

Everyone knows that exercise is very good for your health. During pregnancy, exercise can have many other benefits as well. Normally, exercise should be light, especially during your first few weeksof pregnancy while your body adjusts to the changes.Any type of heavy exercise can divert the blood flow from crucial areas, and most women that [...]

Five Exercise Myths That Might Surprise You

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

 By now, we all understand that regular exercise is good for everybody.  Its good the heart, it helps us maintain a desirable body weight, and has a positive effect on relieving stress. But, there are many exercise myths that have repeatedly been presented as fact, either by those who are trying to sell us something, [...]

Brain Exercise

Sunday, October 25th, 2009

k Your Brain, Work Your BodyThe problem: I lost my car keys. What kind of brain exercise will make my brain work better?The solution: Brain-boosting software programs are a booming business. And studies show that both computer exercises and old-fashioned mental activities-reading or crafting – can affect memory.But the best thing you can do for [...]

Exercise Machines Suck!

Sunday, October 25th, 2009

Discover The 5 Reasons Why Exercise Machines Are A Waste Of TimeIn today’s day and age we live in a technology dependent society. Almost everything we do revolves around some kind of mechanical or electrical device. This includes what just about everyone looks for in a gym. If you’re like most, when you walk into [...]

Exercises for Diabetic Patients – Diabetes Exercises

Saturday, October 24th, 2009

Physical activities are very essential in keeping a person energetic and healthy. In the case of diabetic, exercise has an important role in regulating blood glucose; avoiding long-term complications of diabetes; maintaining body weight and in minimizing medication.Exercises like jogging, swimming, fast walking and cycling are good for diabetics. These exercises help to keep cardiovascular [...]