tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17932804603611203842024-02-20T12:26:56.287-08:00Facial ExerciserAdminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.comBlogger73125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1793280460361120384.post-86975535712302865362011-01-04T02:28:00.000-08:002011-01-04T02:28:00.389-08:00How to Get A Toned Body - The Right Way in Exercising Which Guarantee Quick ResultComments (0)</p><p>Let me make it clear from the start: the only way to answer the question "how to get a toned body" is exercising. There is no way around it. There is no magic pill or quick-fix method either. However, there is the right way and the wrong way to do it. Read along to make sure you do it in the right way.</p><p>To achieve a toned body, you have to get your body fat percentage down to a certain level. The ideal body fat is around 10% for men and around 15% for women. In terms of exercising, there are 2 things you have to do:</p><p>Strength Training</p><p>Strength training is not merely for bodybuilders and anyone that tries to gain muscle. A study from the prestigious Journal of Applied Physiology shows that strength training boosts metabolism by 10% after exercise and increases fat burning by 100%.</p><p>Of course you can't have this nice result by doing it in the old fashion way such as train one body part per day or relying on supplements. The right way to do it is by doing several supersets in a row where each superset consists of 2 exercises for 2 different muscle groups. You can finish the whole supersets a lot faster than doing the standard strength training ala bodybuilders.</p><p>In addition, during this kind of strength training, you apply "turbulence" to your muscles, thus boost your metabolism and fat burning after the workout. In other words, doing strength training will allow you to continue to burn calories and fat long after your workout. That's how you build muscle and burn fat at the same time.</p><p>The other misconception in strength training is it makes women bulky, thus a lot of women prefer to avoid strength training. This is completely a myth since women don't have nearly enough testosterone to get bulky. By avoiding strength training, you make the process of a lot harder by yourself.</p><p>Cardio Exercise</p><p>While strength training has its own advantages, cardio is still the core menu in burning excess fat. However, most people do it in the wrong way. Buying expensive treadmills, elliptical machines, stationary bikes, or any other fitness machines won't give you the result that you want. The men and women in the commercials didn't get their perfect body through the machines they promote; I'm 100% sure of that one fact.</p><p>Doing long and boring steady paced cardio on your machines will only waste your time and won't get you anywhere. The right way to do it is applying interval training in your cardio exercise. For example: if you run, keep alternating between standard jog and sprint; this way, you'll get much better result within shorter time.</p><p>By keep alternating your exercise from low intensity to high intensity, you'll make sure that your metabolism rate stays high. This will ensure fast fat burning; something that you won't get in a standard cardio.</p><p>That is how to get a toned body. Of course, in addition to the exercises, you also have to pay attention to what you eat and your lifestyle. Healthy eating and enough rest per day will boost your every effort to have a toned body. So spare some of your time at least three times per week for exercising and educate yourself a little about healthy eating; you'll get your dreamed body before you know it.</p><p>Discover the details of the most recommended program that utilizes strength training and interval training efficiently in a review of Turbulence Training. Furthermore, check out other misconceptions about cardio and how to avoid them at how to lose arm fat.</p>Article Source:http://EzineArticles.com/?expert<br /><br />View the <a href='http://EzineArticles.com/5497841' rel='nofollow'>Original article</a>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1793280460361120384.post-82784146993637577192011-01-03T17:43:00.000-08:002011-01-03T17:43:00.257-08:00Creative And Fun Ways To Exercise At HomeCloseMLA Style Citation:<br />Warrington, Mark".".6 Dec. 2010EzineArticles.com.8 Dec. 2010 <http://ezinearticles.com/?Creative-And-Fun-Ways-To-Exercise-At-Home&id<br /><br />View the <a href='http://EzineArticles.com/5502456' rel='nofollow'>Original article</a>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1793280460361120384.post-34729845669748027422011-01-03T08:58:00.000-08:002011-01-03T08:58:00.150-08:003 Best Things To Do Before You ExerciseCloseMLA Style Citation:<br />Warrington, Mark".".6 Dec. 2010EzineArticles.com.8 Dec. 2010 <http://ezinearticles.com/?3-Best-Things-To-Do-Before-You-Exercise&id<br /><br />View the <a href='http://EzineArticles.com/5502234' rel='nofollow'>Original article</a>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1793280460361120384.post-33949320425108032632011-01-03T00:13:00.000-08:002011-01-03T00:13:00.543-08:00How to Lose Love Handles: Target Exercise Moves That WorkCloseMLA Style Citation:<br />Townley, Dave".".6 Dec. 2010EzineArticles.com.8 Dec. 2010 <http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Lose-Love-Handles:-Target-Exercise-Moves-That-Work&id<br /><br />View the <a href='http://EzineArticles.com/5502299' rel='nofollow'>Original article</a>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1793280460361120384.post-9128360818505990182011-01-02T15:28:00.000-08:002011-01-02T15:28:00.516-08:00Effective Treadmill Training For Fast Weight LossComments (0)</p><p>Losing weight is not rocket science. Although there are new diets and diet pills coming out every month, the only proven way to lose weight is to eat well and to exercise. The trouble is that most people want to maintain their unhealthy lifestyles and lose weight. This is why "miracle" weight loss products are so popular. The sad truth is that this never works. Even if it works at first, its not a long term solution and you will never get that true satisfaction that comes from feeling good and feeling good about yourself.</p><p>The one piece of great news is that you don;t have to change your diet and start working out like an athlete all at once. The easiest way by far is to start exercise. Its much easier than giving up on hose foods that you are probably addicted to. Its much easier to start a habit than to break one and starting the habit of exercising is the perfect way to start losing weight.</p><p>The best way to do this is to invest in a treadmill. Not only is a great cardiovascular workout but you can do it at home which will blow 90% of your excuses right out of the window.</p><p>What we want to do is to start slowly and gradually work our way up. Your ultimate goal should be to walk at a brisk pace or to run for a minimum of 45 minutes 6 days a week. In terms of intensity, this means you need to go at about 65% of your maximum effort for 45 minutes.</p><p>Now this might seem really hard at first, with a treadmill its a breeze. If you want you can park it in front of the TV and exercise without even knowing it. Start by walking. Aim to do a 15 minute walk every day for the first week. Gradually start upping the pace until you are comfortable with it. Then start by going an extra 5 minutes every week - every time upping the pace to the point where you break a sweat.</p><p>If you want to beef up your efforts, get yourself a heart rate monitor. Most modern treadmills will automatically detect it and display it on the monitor. Its a very effective way to exercise. For optimum weight loss you need to exercise at about 60-70% of your maximum heart rate. On a treadmill this is really easy to do and the fact that you are in the comfort of your own home means there are no more excuses. The most important thing is to start. Invest in a treadmill. Its compact, its fun and it will help you lose weight.</p><p>Read more about NordicTrack treadmills and see the latest NordicTrack A2550 Pro...</p>Article Source:http://EzineArticles.com/?expert<br /><br />View the <a href='http://EzineArticles.com/5501401' rel='nofollow'>Original article</a>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1793280460361120384.post-27949556032707295462011-01-02T06:43:00.000-08:002011-01-02T06:43:00.666-08:00Staying Consistent With Your ExerciseCloseMLA Style Citation:<br />Caball, Burke".".6 Dec. 2010EzineArticles.com.8 Dec. 2010 <http://ezinearticles.com/?Staying-Consistent-With-Your-Exercise&id<br /><br />View the <a href='http://EzineArticles.com/5501740' rel='nofollow'>Original article</a>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1793280460361120384.post-78628035307480311382011-01-01T21:58:00.000-08:002011-01-01T21:58:00.242-08:00Can Shoes Help Achieve Fitness Goals?Comments (0)</p><p>Regular exercise, the right foods and a positive mental attitude play an important role in achieving fitness goals. But what about shoes as another tool for fitness? Wearing certain shoes to strengthen and tone muscles, improve cardiovascular health and improve posture sounds too good to be true! It turns out that Skechers has designed a shoe, Shape-Ups, that does all of the above and more.</p><p>The kinetic wedge insert and the rolling bottom in the Skecher Shape-Ups simulate walking on sand or plush carpet in bare feet. It is this movement that tones and strengthens muscles, reduces the impact on knees and increases blood flow. When you wear these shoes as you do your shopping or other errands or take a nice long walk as part of your fitness program, you will notice improved posture and a feeling of strength. Soon you will have firmer calves and thighs. You may also experience a weight loss because walking in the Shape-Ups will burn more calories. How does this actually work? The design of the shoes retrains the way you walk. Your new "walk" gives you a definite edge with your fitness goals. During the initial retraining process, it is recommended that you begin slowly and gradually build up the amount of time you wear the Shape-Ups. This is true with any new exercise routine; overdoing it can be detrimental to your progress. Overuse of muscles can result in pain and frustration. It is also important that you watch the DVD that is included with the shoes. The DVD provides an exercise guide and teaches you how to use the shoes for optimum results. Shape-Ups are not the typical "workout shoes"; they have a unique design that requires some special instruction to achieve the special results.</p><p>It is also important to note that the Skecher Shape-Ups are not intended for running. If you are a runner, you need good running shoes. The Shape-Ups are designed for walking. Use these shoes as directed in the DVD and you will happily see results.</p><p>Learn more about these fantastic shoes and then consider another fitness option on your road to great health.</p><p>Mel Otero, author, worked in management in the mortgage banking industry and title insurance industry for over 25 years. She has started web sites and written articles to provide information, resources and inspiration during this difficult economy. She loves to write, learn and share experiences and information. Constantly researching and looking for helpful tools, the ultimate goal is making a positive difference in lives.</p>Article Source:http://EzineArticles.com/?expert<br /><br />View the <a href='http://EzineArticles.com/5504386' rel='nofollow'>Original article</a>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1793280460361120384.post-62779842480301301632011-01-01T13:13:00.000-08:002011-01-01T13:13:00.973-08:005 Easy Exercises For People Who Work For A LivingComments (0)</p><p>Working for a living means it is difficult for you to find time to workout. Deep down inside, you know that something needs to be done, but at the same time you sit in your chair, while your neck is getting stiff, and your legs and thighs grow in girth.</p><p>Having a gym membership does not mean anything if you aren't actively using it. Maybe you get so busy that you aren't even able to make it to the gym like you told yourself.</p><p>After getting home from work, you only have a few hours until you have to get up and go to work again.</p><p>The only way to get into shape is to do moderate workouts throughout the day while you are at work..</p><p>There are very moderate exercises that combine stretching, breathing, and some light aerobics for you. These small workouts should only take up a few minutes of your time and then you can go back to whatever you are doing.</p><p>These small mini-workouts will increase your caloric burn and raise it up and in turn increase your metabolism.</p><p>1. Neck Rolls</p><p>It is almost impossible to avoid a stiff neck at work. Your body is meant to move and being stationary for the entire day.</p><p>-Point your head down and roll your neck to the left in a clockwise motion to get your neck a good stretch</p><p>-Reverse the direction and go the other direction</p><p>-Also, you can look up the ceiling, down to the floor, right and the left to stretch out those tired muscles.</p><p>2. Calf Raises</p><p>Standing at shoulder width apart, lift your entire body up to give your calves a burn. While you are at it, you can say hi to your co-workers</p><p>3. Tricep Dips</p><p>Note: have sturdy chair for this one</p><p>-Placing your hands on the chair, slide yourself down slowly</p><p>-Bend your elbows slowly until you are almost at your own shoulder height</p><p>-Drop your hips close to the floor and then push yourself up</p><p>-Do this as a set for 10-15 times if you can</p><p>4. Door Frame Push</p><p>This is basically a push up where your stand about a foot away from a door.</p><p>This is how it is done:</p><p>-Start tipping yourself forwards</p><p>-Place your hands on the door frame to catch yourself</p><p>-Push yourself up to standing position again</p><p>-Repeat</p><p>This is a very good workout for your upper body strength in general. It trains your muscles to be fast and explosive.</p><p>5. The abdominal Challenge:</p><p>Note: Have a sturdy chair before you start</p><p>-Push yourself off your chair using only hands</p><p>-While holding yourself up with your arms curl yourself into a ball by having your knees touching your chest as close as possible, this should use a lot of abdominal strength to do so.</p><p>Make sure you have strong arms before trying something like this.</p><p>By the way, do you want to learn more about exercises you can do at the office to give you more exercise? If so, download my brand new free ebook "What it takes to be in shape at the office" here: http://www.inshapeattheoffice.com</p>Article Source:http://EzineArticles.com/?expert<br /><br />View the <a href='http://EzineArticles.com/5502811' rel='nofollow'>Original article</a>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1793280460361120384.post-75370560943249582692011-01-01T04:28:00.000-08:002011-01-01T04:28:00.484-08:00Easy Steps To Increase Your Vertical Jump Up To 15 InchesCloseMLA Style Citation:<br />Whitney, Ellen".".28 Nov. 2010EzineArticles.com.8 Dec. 2010 <http://ezinearticles.com/?Easy-Steps-To-Increase-Your-Vertical-Jump-Up-To-15-Inches&id<br /><br />View the <a href='http://EzineArticles.com/5456782' rel='nofollow'>Original article</a>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1793280460361120384.post-37028481323205330862010-12-31T19:43:00.000-08:002010-12-31T19:43:00.502-08:00P90X Extreme Workout Is Not For The WeakCloseMLA Style Citation:<br />Atkins, B. P.".".6 Dec. 2010EzineArticles.com.8 Dec. 2010 <http://ezinearticles.com/?P90X-Extreme-Workout-Is-Not-For-The-Weak&id<br /><br />View the <a href='http://EzineArticles.com/5504419' rel='nofollow'>Original article</a>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1793280460361120384.post-78453826681568738172010-12-31T10:58:00.000-08:002010-12-31T10:58:00.323-08:00Diet Motivation - 3 Diet Motivation Tips You Must KnowComments (0)</p><p>Many people have been asking me lately about diet motivation, especially around the holidays. If you're like most people you have tried some form of diet but have run into problems staying motivated.</p><p>You might have made your New Year's resolution to lose weight this year and for the first couple of weeks everything seems to going fine. You've gotten rid of all your snacks, you've stopped eating fast foods and replaced them with a healthier diet. That's fantastic but now you find yourself sneaking a snack in once in a while and getting lazy with your workouts.</p><p>Believe it or not the key to your diet motivation is your mindset. I would love to tell you there is a magic pill or easy button that will take off the weight but there isn't, no matter how many people try to sell you on that idea. You didn't put the weight on overnight and it won't come off overnight either.</p><p>Here are 3 tips that can help keep you on the right track to your diet goals.</p><p>Diet Motivation Tip 1: You must have a realistic plan. Start writing down what your short term goals are, 30 day, 60 day, 90 day. Where do you see yourself at those stages. Keep it realistic, if you write down you want to lose 50 pounds in 30 days you are setting yourself up to fail. Remember you didn't put 50 pounds on in 30 days. I'm sharing from my experience of losing 35 pounds in 90 days. That is a more realistic and healthy goal.</p><p>Diet Motivation Tip 2: You don't have to be perfect everyday. You will have days that you might miss a workout or maybe not followed your diet as you should. Don't get down on yourself and let this turn into a mindset of failure. Take it one day at a time. Some people throw in the towel if they have missed a workout or had a bowl of ice cream and feel that they have to start over from scratch. That's not the case. Just don't let it turn into a vicious cycle.</p><p>Diet Motivation Tip 3: Surround yourself with people moving in the same direction. For many it is difficult to workout and diet by themselves. That's why a strong support group is so valuable. It makes it nice to be able to share experiences and results with others while on your journey.</p><p>If you have the right plan and determination your goals can be reached. Stay consistent with your workout and diet regiment and remember "do your best and forget the rest"! I hope this article will help you with your diet motivation and your journey back to fitness.</p><p>To see more Diet Motivation Tips and find out what you need to know before you choose a Workout Program visit http://iwantagreatbody.com Today!<br /> mwe1313<br /><br />View the <a href='http://EzineArticles.com/5503957' rel='nofollow'>Original article</a>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1793280460361120384.post-43202092600984767682010-12-31T02:13:00.000-08:002010-12-31T02:13:00.039-08:00How to Get Great Abs - Steps to Achieving Great AbsComments (0)</p><p>We all have been desiring on how to get great abs. We envy those people who can dare wear two-piece swimsuit at the beach flaunting on their great abs. We envy those people who can simply wear hanging clothes showing how flat and great there abs is. We hate ourselves for not having that abs which we always dreamed of. We always do our thing to achieve it but we failed. We are demotivated. We get used to having this stubborn belly fat, and yet the idea of achieving greater abs still linger. We then say to ourselves, "If those people we envy can get that great abs, then so I can".</p><p>Do you ever wonder that no matter what you do to have the best and great abs, you never see the desired results? Are you looking back of your ways? Do you think it's enough? Or have you not thought of doing the right way? Well, here are some myths about achieving great abs that will help you correct your wrong ways if there are.</p><p>1. Spot reducing doesn't work; focus on the whole body.</p><p>For the information of everyone, spot reduction or targeting one area to burn fat is never effective at all. This is an eye-opener for people who believe that crunches and sit-ups are best ways to help get great abs. Well, now you know it won't. To burn fat around the stomach region, you have to burn fats from your whole body first. This only means that cariovascular exercises is one way of burning fats on the whole body. Eventually, your total body fat percentage will lessen and so you will also have less stomach.</p><p>2. Remember to rest and don't work on your abs every day.</p><p>Now, with cardio exercises, your body fat is slowly disappearing. This time, you need to strengthen the abdominal muscles to be firm, tone and flat. However, one has to remember that abdominal muscles, just like any other muscles can be treated like every other muscles group. Meaning, you cannot overwork it, you do not have to work on it every day because it needs rest as well. So it is advised to work on it for 3-5 days weekly.</p><p>3. In order to produce good abs, you need to follow a balanced and reduced-calorie diet</p><p>Now, it's time to focus on your diet. No to STARVATION. Instead, have a balanced of proteins, carbohydrates, fats and other essential vitamins and minerals in your diet. Just eat right to have the best result.</p><p>Now, after knowing all the must's and the not's, it's time to tone your stomach and give you great abs. how to get great abs is covered in the following concepts:</p><p>Cardio exercisesAb exercisesA sound eating plan</p><p>Cardio exercises are done first for 30 minutes daily, 3-5 times weekly. You can choose from brisk walking, jogging, running, swimming, bicycling, tread milling, dancing, etc. so for you not to get bored, you can have different cardio exercises each day. Ideally, it is best done early morning 1 hour before breakfast.Combining your ab exercises are also great in helping you get the abs you want. Abs exercises may include: leg lifts, jackknife sit ups, crunches with weight or without, etc. You can pick two of those and do 3 sets for 15 repetitions on each set. You can perform these few minutes after your cardio exercise or done alternately with cardio.Avoid also processed foods such as white breads, rice, pastas. Instead, replace them with 100% whole wheat and whole grain foods. Add more fruits and vegetables on your diet because they are fat burning foods and has lesser calories.Choose lean cuts of meats, chicken breast and other protein rich foods because they can make you feel full longer which then prevents you from overeating.Practice eating frequently, 5-6 smaller meals daily every 3 hours and get rid of eating 3 large meals in a day. A small frequent feeding may satisfy your hunger, and prevents you to overeat. It can also help boost the rate of metabolism and burning processes of the body. Don't forget to eat your healthy breakfast because it also helps increase rate of those 2 processes of the body.Add more fiber to your diet. These are found in green leafy vegetables, some fruits and also brown rice. Fiber makes you feel full longer, and makes you feel satisfied even without consuming lots of calories.Get some healthy fats. Have some essential fatty acids for your meal plan. An Omega-3, canola and olive oils can help you lose fat. You can start consuming one tablespoon daily and increase into two if possible.No to sweetened drinks and soft drinks. You just don't have any idea how much calories you are drinking that caused you to bloat. An 8 oz. orange juice will give you 111 calories, and an 8 oz. of coke will give you 100 calories. So, get rid of those drinks now. Switch to water as it has zero calories and hydrates your body from water loss during an exercise.The last and the most important thing to remember on how to get great abs is the time to write down all your goals. You cannot get through greater abs when you do not know where you heading. Write down what you want to accomplish, and why you want to achieve it. This can help you get more motivated. Always be consistent with your routine and you will see the best result you always desire to have. Wait for the time. It will not happen overnight.</p><p>Next, learn how to stay motivated and accordingly to your weight loss plans without falling short. Click on the following link and learn what is needed in order to get rid of lower belly fat.</p><p>Find out which weight loss program is suitable for you through our Compare Weight Loss Programs page here. Click on the above link to discover which programs can help you lose weight today.</p>Article Source:http://EzineArticles.com/?expert<br /><br />View the <a href='http://EzineArticles.com/5513966' rel='nofollow'>Original article</a>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1793280460361120384.post-45698933323592782572010-12-30T17:28:00.000-08:002010-12-30T17:28:00.529-08:00Get Ripped Workout - What Works and What Does NotCloseMLA Style Citation:<br />Rancil, Dan".".6 Dec. 2010EzineArticles.com.8 Dec. 2010 <http://ezinearticles.com/?Get-Ripped-Workout---What-Works-and-What-Does-Not&id<br /><br />View the <a href='http://EzineArticles.com/5505491' rel='nofollow'>Original article</a>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1793280460361120384.post-57998666473214636622010-12-30T08:43:00.000-08:002010-12-30T08:43:00.451-08:00Office Exercises For Any LevelComments (0)</p><p>Being in a chair all day does has its disadvantages when it comes to being healthy and fit. In the last few decades how humans live has changed dramatically. We spend most of your lives in cubicles working away on the computer You have a lot of things working against you, but there is hope. There are simple yet effective workouts that you can do to benefit you. Some of these exercises can be done right from your cubicle and other people around you will not even realize you are doing a workout.</p><p>Here are some office exercises for you:</p><p>1. The Bun and Thigh Squeezer</p><p>Plant your feet tightly into the floor and give your thighs and legs and good squeeze, and hold it there. Tightening your muscles like that will not only help you tone up that part of the body, no one else around you will notice either.</p><p>2. The Abdominal Crunch</p><p>While working on your computer, take a deep breath and then give your abdominals a good squeeze and hold it there. Tightening up your abdominal muscles works the same way as the bun and thigh workout I mentioned earlier. Squeezing your muscles tightly that way will give yourself a burn that you normally would not if you just sat in a chair all day.</p><p>3. The Desk Press</p><p>Lean over your desk and press firmly on the table. Then hold that position and feel your arms tense and work. These works out your chest and arms. It is kind of like a push that is not going anywhere, but your muscles are working and you are getting a burn.</p><p>4. The Arm Chair Press</p><p>Place your hands on your arm chair and firmly press on it. You will feel your triceps burning while you hold that position. You may feel like getting up, but the purpose of this exercise is holding yourself in that position.</p><p>5. The Abdominal Challenge</p><p>This is a more advanced move, but if you are up for it give it a try</p><p>Have a sturdy chair and push yourself up, holding yourself in mid-air. While you are in the air have your knees touch your chest as closely as possible, curling yourself up in a ball. You will feel your entire body working out, your arms, abs, and legs altogether. Be sure your upper body strength is at a level where you can do an exercise like this.</p><p>By the way, do you want to learn more about exercises you can do at the office to give you more exercise? If so, download my brand new free ebook "What it takes to be in shape at the office" here:</p><p>http://www.inshapeattheoffice.com</p>Article Source:http://EzineArticles.com/?expert<br /><br />View the <a href='http://EzineArticles.com/5506356' rel='nofollow'>Original article</a>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1793280460361120384.post-12554641552382316792010-12-29T23:58:00.000-08:002010-12-29T23:58:00.803-08:00Review - Wii Active 2 Personal TrainerComments (0)</p><p>Normally, I prefer using innovative and direct fitness program such as The Truth About Abs, Tacfit Commando, or Tacfit Kettlebell Spetsnaz. There is also other programs that I have tried and used parts of it every now and then such as P90x and AbJam. I have never been someone who plays or tinkers around with PS3, Xbox, or Wii systems. I am always interested in looking at innovative ways to become physically active.</p><p>The Active 2 Personal Trainer for Wii is a highly interactive exercise program using the Wii system. It comes with two monitors in which one attaches to your left arm and the other attaches to your right thigh. Also, you may have to hold on to the game remote during these exercise movements.</p><p>There are various levels of fitness levels (e.g. beginner, intermediate, and advance). As you set-up your personal profile which takes only a few minutes, it will prompt you to exercise for about 4 days a week with 3 days of rest. It will keep track of your progress using the memory stick that comes with the Active 2 Personal Trainer. There is also a resistant band with a strap handle that is to be used with resistant exercises (such as squats with presses, hammer curls, back rows, etc.). It takes about 20-25 minutes to finish a session which is not long. You have a series of 24 sets of exercise movements which includes warm-up, exercises, cardio-type, and cool downs. There is definitely variety. The sessions also vary as you progress towards your exercise program.</p><p>Overall, I enjoy the Active 2 Personal Trainer. Here are reasons why I enjoy it:</p><p><br /><br />View the <a href='http://EzineArticles.com/5506744' rel='nofollow'>Original article</a>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1793280460361120384.post-29050686349274884612010-12-29T15:13:00.000-08:002010-12-29T15:13:00.394-08:00P90X Motivation - 3 P90X Motivation Tips You Need To KnowComments (0)</p><p>I've been getting quite a few emails lately asking me about P90X motivation, especially this time of year. It's so hard to stay on track over a period of time but if you can keep focused you can reach your goals. Trust in the training and you will see the results.</p><p>Here are 3 P90X motivation tips that have helped me lose the weight and I believe can help you if you are serious about taking off that unwanted fat.</p><p>1<br /><br />View the <a href='http://EzineArticles.com/5506040' rel='nofollow'>Original article</a>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1793280460361120384.post-21861271889959345662010-12-29T06:28:00.000-08:002010-12-29T06:28:00.731-08:00Easy Ab Exercises For BeginnersCloseMLA Style Citation:<br />Jackson, Emily W.".".6 Dec. 2010EzineArticles.com.8 Dec. 2010 <http://ezinearticles.com/?Easy-Ab-Exercises-For-Beginners&id<br /><br />View the <a href='http://EzineArticles.com/5508053' rel='nofollow'>Original article</a>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1793280460361120384.post-87381604501124587032010-12-28T21:43:00.000-08:002010-12-28T21:43:00.178-08:00Walking to the Store Is Good for YouCloseMLA Style Citation:<br />Hoak, Anita".".6 Dec. 2010EzineArticles.com.8 Dec. 2010 <http://ezinearticles.com/?Walking-to-the-Store-Is-Good-for-You&id<br /><br />View the <a href='http://EzineArticles.com/5507570' rel='nofollow'>Original article</a>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1793280460361120384.post-22364195294070831732010-12-28T12:58:00.000-08:002010-12-28T12:58:00.281-08:00Burn 100 Calories Now!CloseMLA Style Citation:<br />Warrington, Mark".".7 Dec. 2010EzineArticles.com.8 Dec. 2010 <http://ezinearticles.com/?Burn-100-Calories-Now!&id<br /><br />View the <a href='http://EzineArticles.com/5509061' rel='nofollow'>Original article</a>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1793280460361120384.post-6649069368658229672010-12-28T04:13:00.000-08:002010-12-28T04:13:00.519-08:00The Secret of Elite Athletes - Why Are They Able to Train Every Day?Comments (0)</p><p>The answer is simple. They can't afford to over-train. While they can still experience muscle soreness or even get over-trained once in a while, they just can't afford this on daily basis. Why? Because they are paid for being able to train every day.</p><p>They must know their limits. Do you?</p><p>If you are just starting out, then you will get sore from working out that's without doubt. But if you train for let's say 2-5 years and your muscles still hurts like hell every day, you are just training too much. And this is something that might keep you from further muscle growth.</p><p>Don't try to do more with more. This is a common mistake. When you were a beginner, you have probably started training twice a week for let's 40 minutes per workout session. After a while, you added another workout day, then another and then another. You also extended time you spent in the gym.</p><p>And now after few years you train 6 or even 7 times per week for 2 hours per session and you just have no more room to go. It seems that the only way to do more is to train twice a day and 7 times a week, but if you are not a professional bodybuilder that gets help from various drugs, you won't be able to do that, that's just too much stress for your body.</p><p>Taken this tough schedule if you add some High Intensity exercises you are really getting close to overtraining thus risking illness, injury and also hitting plateau - in other words you will stagnate with your muscle gains.</p><p>I know this because I've been trying to do the same when I was only 17 and after a while I got sick for several months, fortunately I realized this mistake soon enough.</p><p>So here you are. You work out almost every day, you spend enormous time in the gym and you got pretty much no more room for an additional workout, right?</p><p>Do you remember the beginning of the article, where I started explaining how athletes work out? Well, how do they not get over-trained? Of course they might take some illegal stuff, but let's say that we are talking about athlete who doesn't take any drugs; however who is still capable of training every day and on top of who doesn't feel like crap after every workout or even day after that. Otherwise he wouldn't be able to work out every day, right? So, what is that secret or magic pill they use?</p><p>You would never guess.</p><p>He doesn't try to do more with more like the majority of guys in the gym; he tries to do more with LESS! Yes that's right. I just said doing more with less, you heard me correctly.</p><p>This is a completely new approach that not many guys know about. This is the way for great strength and awesome muscle gains.</p><p>I'm sure you know that in order to develop your muscles you need to train them as hard as you can and as often as you can. The problem is that you might be focusing on the "hard part" little bit too much.</p><p>So what is the actual approach I'm talking about and what do I even mean by doing more with less?</p><p>Here's a little experiment for you. Next time you hit the gym try to lower the weights you lift. Keep lowering them until you will be able to do the perfect form. In dumbbell bench press this might be just few pounds.</p><p>If you are able to train hard, but still do the same workout every day, you just hit the right spot.</p><p>It's true that you should circulate between various workouts thorough the year and between various workout levels as well. But if you have some lower intensity regular workout right now, use this approach.</p><p>Training the same muscles several times per week will do much more good to you than trying to crash them in one training session.</p><p>I've used this technique while designing the Muscle Pyramid workouts. Those of you, who already follow them, know that you are able to train shoulders in every workout while still not getting any muscle soreness, right?</p><p>Amazing don't you think? It's because you are not somehow trying to crush them in every workout.</p><p>I know that it might be difficult for you to lower the weights, but trust me it's worth it. Once you started doing the perfect form and leave some room for regeneration, your progress will skyrocket.</p><p>Use this rule while working out: "Technique first, weight second."</p><p>Another benefit you will get from this approach is that you will feel energy from your muscles; you will feel like a powerful man, the fatigue and tiredness will disappear.</p><p>However remember to always push hard, this is not your excuse not to push hard enough. You are not in the gym for vacation, you are there for work.</p><p>Conclusion</p><p>Have you ever wanted to get complimented on your looks by others every single day? Having girls making excuses to touching you? Or just being more confident in your own skin? How about building a specific look that is the most attractive? I spent a good few years researching muscle growth and physical attraction and the results were just stunning. In my workouts, I'll let you in on some secrets to building an irresistible body that women just can't keep their hands of.</p><p>Don't hesitate another day and go check the workouts now: http://www.musclepyramid.com/</p><p>These tips are sure to improve your physical look.</p>Article Source:http://EzineArticles.com/?expert<br /><br />View the <a href='http://EzineArticles.com/5509729' rel='nofollow'>Original article</a>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1793280460361120384.post-75819031628292647902010-12-27T19:28:00.000-08:002010-12-27T19:28:00.296-08:00Interval Training on Treadmill - Take Your Cardio Routine to the Next Level Steady State</p><p>You should always do your interval training at the beginning of your routine and on an empty stomach. This type of exercise will release non-food energy based fat cells into your bloodstream. You should then rest for 5 minutes before beginning the steady state workout routine to burn up all of the fat cells that were released into your bloodstream by the intensive interval training.</p><p>Fit People See Better Cardio Results</p><p>For a long time I would do my high intensity interval training with sprints done at 60 seconds or less. This routine helped me to get lean, but I wanted to take it to that next level and get in even better shape. But then I found and read a USA Today article that talked about the importance of increasing your Vo2 max, an indicator of your body's true fitness level. I now set up my treadmill workouts differently since discovering that article and because of it I feel and look so much better.</p><p>The Workout Routine</p><p>This workout should be done 4 days each week after your weight-training session.</p><p>Mondays - Do 4 minutes of running that alternates with 3 minutes of walking for approximately 30 minutes, doing the routine 4-5 times in total.</p><p>Tuesdays - Do 2 minutes of running that alternates with 2 minutes of walking for approximately 30 minutes, doing the routing 7-8 times in total.</p><p>Wednesdays - No workout.</p><p>Thursdays - Do 1 minute of running that alternates with 1 minute of walking for approximately 15 minutes, which should be followed by steady state cardio work for another 15 minutes.</p><p>Fridays - Do 30 seconds of running that alternates with 30 seconds of walking for approximately 10 minutes, which should be followed by steady state cardio work for another 20 minutes.</p><p>Saturdays - No workout.</p><p>Sundays - No workout.</p><p>The absolute best cardio workout you can ever do for your health and your body is high intensity interval training on the treadmill.</p><p>Tim Downey is a trainer who runs a fitness blog dedicated to helping people get that slim, holly wood type look. Check out my newest posts at http://theleanlook.com or you can just visit my home page.... THE LEAN LOOK</p>Article Source:http://EzineArticles.com/?expert<br /><br />View the <a href='http://EzineArticles.com/5508198' rel='nofollow'>Original article</a>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1793280460361120384.post-76644263100364063172010-12-27T10:43:00.000-08:002010-12-27T10:43:00.074-08:00Arm Workouts for Stay at Home MomsComments (0)</p><p>I got married a couple of years ago and I am happy with my life at home. I get to spend a lot of time with my kids and be the one to take care of my husband. In between preparing my husband's suit and carpooling for my kids, I take a couple of minutes to make sure that I don't end up like most stay at home moms who, after a couple of months, get flabby arms or worse, get fat.</p><p>No, I am not referring to going to the gym to stay fit. I don't even buy any of those complex equipments that all promises to give you the body that you've so long been wanting for. I do a couple of arm workouts that are specially designed for women.</p><p>Arm workouts for women are not limited to weight lifting, as what most women feel they should do. You don't need to have muscular arms to avoid flabby arms. Arm workouts for women ensure that your arm will have firm muscles without being muscular. Arm workouts for women that will be shared to you in this article are sure to give you toned arms.</p><p>One of the best arm workouts for women includes the use of dumbbells or other free weights. You don't have to buy those dumbbells or weights. You can get two cans of mushroom soup (of equal weight) and use them for your workout. This exercise can give you the shape that you want for your arms and at the same time, increase your energy level. Here are some arm workouts for women using free weights:</p><p>Bicep Curl - Hold your dumbbells or weights in your hands and place them in front of your thighs facing away from your body. Stand in an upright position and slowly fold your elbows to your shoulders. Bring the weights down again and do the exercise for 10-15 minutes.</p><p>Tricep Kickbacks - This particular exercise works out the back of your arms. Bend through your hips until your upper body is parallel to the floor. With the weights in your hand, put the dumbbells on the floor and your arm should be parallel to your thighs. Raise your hands such that your arms will be parallel to the side of your body and do the same to the other arm. You can do the exercise one arm at a time so you don't get too tired.</p><p>Melissa Wall is a Womens Ab Expert. With over 7 years of training and nutrition experience she has guided countless women to transforming themselves from flabby to sexy. For a free video that reveals how to get abs visit http://www.womensabworkout.com/womens-arm-secrets</p>Article Source:http://EzineArticles.com/?expert<br /><br />View the <a href='http://EzineArticles.com/5456335' rel='nofollow'>Original article</a>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1793280460361120384.post-4973869812098928462010-12-27T01:58:00.000-08:002010-12-27T01:58:00.291-08:00Getting Fit With Jumping StiltsCloseMLA Style Citation:<br />Pierce, Greg".".8 Dec. 2010EzineArticles.com.8 Dec. 2010 <http://ezinearticles.com/?Getting-Fit-With-Jumping-Stilts&id<br /><br />View the <a href='http://EzineArticles.com/5518254' rel='nofollow'>Original article</a>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1793280460361120384.post-19282964899662091302010-12-26T17:13:00.000-08:002010-12-26T17:13:00.213-08:00Tai Chi Classes for Low Impact ExerciseThis exercise form builds up your energy and then when you finish it leaves you refreshed and relaxed.. The gentle slower pace of this form, combined with deep breathing and focused attention, promotes<br /><br />View the <a href='http://EzineArticles.com/5456183' rel='nofollow'>Original article</a>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1793280460361120384.post-35248004445959869072010-12-26T08:28:00.000-08:002010-12-26T08:28:00.599-08:00How Exercise Can Help Treat AddictionCloseMLA Style Citation:<br />Warrington, Mark".".8 Dec. 2010EzineArticles.com.8 Dec. 2010 <http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Exercise-Can-Help-Treat-Addiction&id<br /><br />View the <a href='http://EzineArticles.com/5516119' rel='nofollow'>Original article</a>Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00192907251319760681noreply@blogger.com0