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Why stretch? Stretching increases flexibility, a key component of physical fitness that is often neglected. A greater degree of flexibility is believed to help prevent injury (and low back pain) and improve sports performance. We lose flexibility as we age, so practicing a regular program of stretching the major muscle groups can help prevent loss of flexibility and its associated...
Success breeds success. What exactly, in terms of lifestyle changes, do people who have been highly successful at both losing weight and keeping it off over the long term do? That’s just what researchers at the University of Pittsburgh and the University of Colorado set out to determine when they began their on-going study called the National Weight Control Registry (www.nwcr.ws). Currently,...
Trying to get into an exercise habit, but finding you’re more in the habit of making excuses? You can break out of that pattern with these tips from fitness experts on staying motivated and sticking to your fitness routine. Our Fitness Together trainers and studio owners recommend these three strategies to help you stay inspired to work out regularly. 1. Keep your...
In boxing, there is a term called “throwing in the towel.” This is done by the boxer’s trainer to stop the fight, and it represents that the boxer is giving up in the face of defeat. Are you throwing in the towel when it comes to your health and fitness?We all have days when we oversleep and miss our morning workout. We all have days when we plan to hit the...
The chemical makeup of sea salt and table salt is basically the same, as they both contain two minerals, sodium and chloride. Even though sea salt is marketed as the healthier alternative, they have basically the same nutritional value as well. The real difference between the two is in taste, texture and processing.Table salt is mined from salt deposits underground,...
When it comes to nutrition, it's always best to get the things your body needs from food, but there may be times that a protein supplement might be right for you. Here is some basic information to help you decide if they might be right for you.Proteins are the building blocks of life. Your nails, skin, hair, and bones all are built and maintained with protein and...
There are several shoe brands now marketing 'toning shoes' that are supposed to tone your legs while you walk and burn more calories. The shoes are designed to simulate walking barefoot or walking on an uneven surface.The idea behind this is the unstable design forces the wearer to use their leg muscles more, therefore burning more calories and toning at the same time....
You're sick, you've got a cold, nothing major. You don't have a fever, but should you continue your workouts? Well, there are a few general rules when it comes to exercising when you're sick.If your symptoms are 'above the neck' - for example, a runny nose, nasal congestion, sneezing, or sore throat - go ahead to your workout. You will, however, want to...
You're not limited to the cereals your see on the grocery store shelf, you can get creative with all kinds of different grains. For something new to get you started, try a bowl of sweetened brown rice and milk.Serve it up just like a bowl of cereal, hot or cold, what ever you prefer. Brown rice is a great choice because it's full of B-vitamins for energy and it's...
