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Question: I have a problem with weight issues. I have fat legs and arm and belly fat too. I really want to work on removing this because I believe that it can be a boost to my self-confidence. However, despite exercising and dieting, it doesn’t seem to be making much improvement. However, I understand that this could be due to… Read more »
You have high blood pressure, or hypertension. If you have this condition for a prolonged period, you may be more likely to have a heart attack or stroke. That’s why treating hypertension is so important. And part of your pressure-lowering treatment plan may involve exercise. Recent studies have shown that regular aerobic exercise (like brisk walking for at least 30… Read more »
What are the benefits of aerobic exercise? Is it so good that everyone needs to talk about it all the time? How great can walking, running and swimming really be? These are some of the questions that I have heard very often, be it on blogs, forums, questions in fitness magazines and the list goes on. I think the problem… Read more »
When it comes to working out, many of us are creatures of habit. We do what we know. We stick with what’s familiar and comfortable. The catch is that if you always do the same thing the same way, your body will adapt and your results will grind to a halt. This is especially true of strength training, where you… Read more »
Cholesterol and exercise are being studied to see what the actual, positive effects may be. The association between high cholesterol levels and the incidence and severity of coronary heart disease (CHD) is very pronounced. Approximately 38 percent of Americans have excessively high blood cholesterol levels. Recent studies have indicated that a 1% reduction in a person’s total serum cholesterol level… Read more »
People are creatures of habit. When it comes to taking the plunge and beginning a fitness routine or joining a gym, you will likely find yourself starting out with exercises and equipment you are comfortable with or those exercises and pieces of fitness equipment which draw from your strengths. Everyone has exercises and equipment that they are intimidated by. Some… Read more »
Quad stretches is important to help lengthen the quad muscles. The quad is located on the front of the thigh and is one of the major leg muscles. It is important to stretch this muscle group after your various leg workouts or runs. The Different Stretches You Will Learn Butterfly stretch Looking at ceiling stretch Lie-on-your-belly stretch Leg extensions on… Read more »