Posted on: 17 May, 2005
Author: Kathryn O'Neill
So you're excited about buying a treadmill. You're looking forward to having a premium piece of fat-burning equipment available to you 24-7 at your convenience. Rain, snow, sleet or hail, it doesn't matter because you'll be able to workout anyway! But wait a minute - there's so many treadmill brands to choose from! And why are there so many differences of opinion? If you've read many treadmill reviews in your search for the best treadmill you may have ended up a little confused: One person swears by their Proform treadmill; another says it's a piece of junk. One expert loves...
Posted on: 16 May, 2005
Author: Lee Dobbins
Laser surgery to correct your vision is a well tested procedure but is not for everyone so do not enter into it lightly. Done as outpatient surgery, most people are back to their normal routines in a ... Laser surgery to correct your vision is a well tested procedure but is not for everyone so do not enter into it lightly. Done as outpatient surgery, most people are back to their normal routines in a couple of days and some report improved vision upon waking the next day! There are a couple of procedures avaialbe and each has different recovery...
Posted on: 16 May, 2005
Author: Lee Dobbins
Sure, you practiced in the doctors office, but once you get in front of the mirror by yourself its a whole different ball game! Ill never forget my first pair of contacts and the freedom they broug... Sure, you practiced in the doctors office, but once you get in front of the mirror by yourself its a whole different ball game! Ill never forget my first pair of contacts and the freedom they brought me. I picked them up at the doctors and he helped me put them in. I walked out of there like a new woman! Later that...
Posted on: 09 May, 2005
Author: Ryan Fyfe
Body building or even just showing up at a gym can be intimidating for a beginner. Provided below are some tips that can help you get into body building, and into your first fitness club: Seek Advice - There is no sense trying to learn it everything yourself when starting out in Body Building. Take some time to talk to others who are more experienced, and learn what you can from them. When using new equipment or a new exercise it is also always a good idea to talk to someone, to ensure that you dont get injured. Source: Free...
Posted on: 09 May, 2005
Stretching can be great, but it can also make existing injuries worse or even bring about new ones! The key to making stretching work for you is knowing which stretches you need to be working on and just because a muscle feels tight, that doesnt necessarily mean it needs to be stretched. Welcome to article number 2 in our series Bodybuilding Sins That Cause Back Pain and Missed Workouts. In this article we are going to talk about how bodybuilders tend to create massive muscle imbalances and what you can do to not be one of them. If you missed...
Posted on: 09 May, 2005
Author: Tony Farrell
In a previous article, I went through the 'Three Keys To Success' in any muscle and fitness regime that you use. Remember -- 'BE - DO - HAVE'? If you missed this article, you can get it here...Fitn... In a previous article, I went through the 'Three Keys To Success' in any muscle and fitness regime that you use. Remember -- 'BE - DO - HAVE'? If you missed this article, you can get it here...Fitness Goal If you've read it, here's just a very quick overview of what it was about: 1. Decide what you want to HAVE. What...
Posted on: 09 May, 2005
Author: Aaron Co
With the advancement in the treadmill industry, quality machines could now cost you up to $5,000. So purchasing the wrong equipment could prove costly. And with the huge variety of treadmills in the market today, finding one that suits you best has become even more confusing. This is the reason why I created these guide questions. It aims to educate people on how to purchase the best treadmill for their needs and avoid some costly mistakes. So before you start shopping for your new treadmill, answer first the following guide questions below. They will guide you into making the right...
Posted on: 05 May, 2005
Author: Alli Ross
Drawing on the inspiration of loaves, fish, and wine, a doctor from Florida has published a self-help manual called What would Jesus Eat?. After the launch of this unique book, Jesus officially joined the US fight against fat. Eating is a lifestyle; a day-to-day routine that should sustain a healthy emotional and mental attitude and pump us with continuous energy. Ok, enough talk, are you ready for my secrets. What would Jesus Eat? Jesus ate a Mediterranean style cooking that hasn't changed much in the past 2000 years. We know that Jesus ate a lot of fruit, a lot of...
Posted on: 28 April, 2005
Author: Don L. Price
In the medical community, "obesity" is generally said to be present in women with more than 30% body fat and men with more than 25% body fat. "Morbid obesity," a more serious condition still, occurs when a person is 50-100% or 100 pounds above his or her ideal body weight or has more than 39% body fat. Medical problems commonly associated with morbid obesity include diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, stroke, certain cancers (including breast and colon cancer), depression, and osteoarthritis. Obesity among the American population is a serious epidemic. The results of a 1999-2000 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey...
Posted on: 20 April, 2005
Author: Valerie Goettsch
Overexposure to the Sun Causes Wrinkles and Premature Aging. The most important thing you can do to help minimize wrinkles is to stay out of the sun. If you suntan now, you will pay for it later. Over time, exposure to the sun causes permanent damage to your skin. This causes freckling, dark spots, wrinkles, and thickening or roughening of the skin, and you can end up looking years older than your actual age. More seriously, it can also lead to skin cancer. Wearing a sunscreen with UVA and UVB protection daily is a must. Don't forget your lipsuse a...