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Friday, October, 23, 2009

Fitness Routines

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Preparing for Your Workout

By Cynthia Haines Health Expert

OK, so I've convinced you. It is time to get up and get moving. You have your cool new workout outfit, your fancy new specialty workout shoes. In fact, all your new gear is lined up and ready to go. Now you are ready to get moving...aren’t you?

 

Not so fast. A little prep work goes a long way.

 

People often ask me: “How can I lose weight?” or “What is the best (or quickest) way to get in shape?” A question I do not hear as frequently (and one that is just as important an...

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Expert & Community Posts

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Five Things You Can Learn From Barack Obama's Workout Routine
By Kenn Kihiu , Health Expert

...Health and Happiness Kenn Kihiu http://www.danceXfitness.com Fun Dance Fitness Videos Read more »

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Stick with it!
By Maggie , Health Expert

What makes us stick with a routine, be it exercise or nutrition? The answer: practicability. For... Read more »

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5 Hidden Benefits of Walking
By Kenn Kihiu , Health Expert

Walking is probably the most underrated exercise yet it's very effective and a great place to start... Read more »

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Lower Cholesterol with Effortless Exercises, Part 2
By Lisa Nelson, RD, LN , Health Expert

...review the tips at Lower Cholesterol with Effortless Exercise, Part 1.    Here are examples of... Read more »

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Weight Loss Plateaus Part 1: 5 Ways to Kick Start Your Weight Loss Again
By Kenn Kihiu , Health Expert

...of the article here http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/58426/21350/2-5-loss Move... Read more »

Health Guide

Stay Active During the Holidays with These Heart Health Tips
...activity into our busy schedules with so much going on. Unfortunately, those who take a break from their exercise routine sometimes find it extremely difficult to get back on track again. ... Read more »
Pregnancy and Exercise
...was considered better if it was broken up into walking one quarter mile several times per day. [“Exercise During Pregnancy”, 1999,The Physician and Sportsmedicine] Today, exercise is no longer... Read more »
Chapter 3: How to Keep Going
...has taken long walks at least 4 or 5 days a week, for years. Recently, she took part in a study of exercise for older adults and added stretching to her weekly routine. “I can really tell the... Read more »
Nightmares
...is on your mind can really help. Also, following a regular energetic fitness routine, using aerobic exercise if possible, will help. You will find that you will be able to fall asleep faster,... Read more »
Treating Anxiety through Exercise
...medication and cognitive behavior therapy. But for many people, another aspect of treatment might be exercise. Even a small amount of exercise can help to relieve symptoms of both anxiety and... Read more »

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