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Get Fit to Help Fight Fibromyalgia
August 16, 2013 |
Fibromyalgia impacts millions of Americans. The condition is characterized by muscle pain and fatigue, tender joints, headaches, difficulty sleeping and even depression. Doctors are not sure what causes fibromyalgia or why more women than men are dealing with it. But one thing is certain. Managing the condition can feel overwhelming. Given the challenges, exercise may […]
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Mommy and Me: Exercise with Your Child
August 14, 2013 |
Exercising with your little one is the first step in pointing them toward living a healthy life. Children have much to benefit from staying active, especially when it’s with their mom. Increased development, bonding and structure make it beneficial for your baby; the extra weight makes it beneficial for you. Benefits of Mommy and Me […]
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Motivation and Discipline: Quotes to Get You There
August 13, 2013 |
Motivation and Discipline: Quotes to Get You There Not everyone is motivated. Not everyone is disciplined. But, those who feel they lack both of these important tenets of healthy living may struggle with staying on a regular fitness routine, or even getting started. What better way to improve your motivation and discipline than a few […]
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Happy Joints, Happy You!
August 12, 2013 |
You’re meant to live a happy life, but what happens when your painful elbow, hip or knee joints are preventing you from living the life you deserve? Whether you’re a professional athlete, or just looking to feel better as you move through the ins and outs of life, get going because the truth of the […]
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Just Breathe: Breathing Techniques For Your Exercise
August 10, 2013 |
Proper form during exercise is uber-important. It allows you to take the muscle through it’s full range of motion, and when done at the right pace, helps gain the proper amount of concentric and eccentric contraction. This is why physical therapists and personal trainers are such sticklers for form. They understand the benefits of doing […]
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Setting and Achieving Your Fitness Goals
August 9, 2013 |
Your success in reaching and achieving your fitness goals begins with setting good goals. Each workout should be the perfect action step toward reaching your ultimate workout and fitness goal. Goals vary from exerciser to exerciser. Some will want to lose weight. Some will want to increase their max bench press weight. Some will want […]
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What’s So Funny? Laugh Your Way to Fitness
August 8, 2013 |
Have you ever laughed so hard your abs hurt? Well, that’s the science behind the idea that you can laugh your way to fitness. Laughing has a variety of mental and physical benefits, all of which can lead to a healthier life inside the gym and out. 5 Reasons to Start Laughing Now When you […]
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Say Goodbye to Thunder Thighs
August 7, 2013 |
If you’re predisposed to large (or larger than you’d like) thighs, the power is all in you to change it, transform your lower body, and boost your confidence levels to unsurpassed heights. Are you tired of waking up, walking through your day and going to bed feeling dominated by a bad mood, due to the […]
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Beginner’s Guide to Crossing the Finish Line
August 6, 2013 |
If you’re wondering what it feels like to inch your toes past the finish line of a race, then it’s time you start planning your first one. With races gaining in popularity each passing year, there are no shortage of options, regardless of where you live. But, before you can walk away with a shiny […]
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The Benefits of Sleep
August 5, 2013 |
Here you go, again – fueling up on multiple cups of coffee before 9 am, yawning through your mid-morning meeting, and barely making it through that 3 pm energy slump. But that’s nothing new, right? As it turns out, it not only doesn’t have to be like that, but your lack of sleep can become […]
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