March 2013
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December 2012
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October 2012
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September 2012
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The Deal with Fruit
yourhealthista:
Whether you’re doing the Whole30 or not, you’ve probably heard something about fruit and how maybe it’s not one of those foods you can eat unlimited quantities of without consequence after all. One of the only questions I got yesterday was about fruit.
Fruit contains plenty of fructose, which is a naturally occurring fruit sugar. Naturally occurring is good, right? Well, yes....
August 2012
12 posts
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IS BEEF HEART HEALTHY? →
Beef heart is a muscle like other cuts of steak, but more dense with a higher nutrient content and additional protein. Beef heart contains all essential amino acids, zinc, selenium and phosphorus. It has more than double the elastin and collagen than other cuts of meat and a highly concentrated source of coenzyme Q10, also known as CoQ10. MayoClinic.com suggests choosing grass-fed beef rather than...
ianthe:
FULL BODY CARDIO WORKOUTS
Full body cardio core 20 minute workout
Most effective 20 minute cardio workout-Tabata Style
High intensity Fat burn cardio training
Full body circuit Boot Camp workout
Zuzana Light-ZWOD #1
Fitness-How To Tror workout
POP Sculpt: Total Body workout
Sexy Body Exercise Video
Model workout episode 1
Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred: Level 1
Walking...
The Complete Guide to Workout Nutrition
chasefear:
Get health and fitness tips at Greatist.com
Now that classes are ending (last day of my...
drkangelcat:
Like really good workouts? Videos? Etc? I enjoy martial arts and dance kinds of cardio workouts, but I will do whatever is a good workout. I also have the Total Gym XLS because my mom recently bought it. I am just kind of overwhelmed as to how to plan this out right now as I haven’t done my own thing for a while.
Main goals:
Lose weight (for health reasons).
Build upper body...
July 2012
6 posts
The Importance of Recovery After Vigorous Workouts
chasefear:
Most individuals are aware of the significance of eating before workout. However, what to eat post workout is equally important. The pre workout meal ensures you to recover and improve your stamina to workout consistently. A vigorous exercise that last for more than 45 minutes can diminish glycogen from your body. Glycogen is the type of glucose used by your body for energy. Since it...
June 2012
44 posts
Lower Body Challenge! Leg Balance Sculptor
fitvillains:
Booty Balance CHALLENGE! The Leg Balance Sculptor
Balance and flexibility are seriously important aspects of overall fitness. This move will help you target your glutes, legs and core while giving you a nice hammy stretch.
Challenge: 3 sets of 20 (10 per side)
You’ll need: A rope, towel or resistance band.
How To Do It
Kneel on the ground, knees together and body forming a...
So just as a warning, posts will be limited this...
I got a post for each for today through Saturday queued and nothing for Sunday because I am too tired to look for more and I have to leave to class soon. I might be able to get something up for then, but don’t expect anything. Today is busy with fitness classes, a DMV written test, orientation for my kinesiology, and then am leaving and won’t be back till probably late Sunday night.
I...
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A Beginner's Guide to the Farmers Market →
From hot summer days through those cool early fall months, farmers markets are in full swing, yielding a bounty of beautiful, fresh, local produce. Visiting a farmers market is a lovely weekend outing, but there are many other reasons to bypass the market for your weekly fresh fruits and vegetables. While grocery stores boast convenience, the absence of seasons (strawberries and tomatoes are...
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3 Weight Loss Tips for Men →
If you’re a man who’s trying to lose weight and get fit, you’ve probably noticed that most of the books, magazines, and programs on these subjects aren’t really aimed at you. Most are for women. And the others seem to have bodybuilders and competitive athletes in mind—not regular guys who simply want to get in shape. But your needs are different than those of women, and the fitness strategies you...
Personal activity history interview.
drkangelcat:
This is for an online class assignment where I need to interview people and I don’t have time to interview people face-to-face (she gave us two days noticed and my schedule is packed), so I was wondering if some of you could answer some questions (I have already sent this to some people in hopes of getting quicker responses). Please private message me back.
Name: (first name or...
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25 Cheap Foods that are Good for You! →
Watching your wallet and your waistline can be tricky. Eating right is easy when money is no object, but a trip to the supermarket often yields frustration for healthy eaters on a budget (which is most of us!). Fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean protein are on your list, but they’re so much pricier than Ramen noodles, frozen pizzas and bottles of soda! Sure, some healthful foods are...
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Exercise Safety Tips for Beginners →
Congratulations! You’ve made the decision to incorporate regular exercise into your healthy lifestyle, and take advantage of the its numerous benefits. Smart move. But like many good things, exercise can also be risky—especially if it’s been a while since you’ve worked up a sweat, or if you have any health conditions (including obesity) that could increase your risk of injury. So, it’s...
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4 Keys To A Smart Nutrition Plan →
Think of the word “diet,” and what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Visions of joyless eating, piles of palelettuce, bored taste buds, more pale lettuce, meals that would starve a mouse, and mounds of food labeled “Off Limits” and locked away, never to be tasted again. Oh, and lettuce. In other words:
Don’t Imagine Eating This
Boooring! Deprivation diets, fad diets...
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Dos and Don'ts of a Successful Fitness Plan →
Starting a fitness program doesn’t have to be overwhelming when you are armed with the proper tools to get things rolling. Once you’ve committed to getting in shape, there are several things you can do to ensure you’ll exceed your short and long term fitness goals. There are also some things you should avoid at all costs to ensure you stay on the path to fitness and wellness. What exactly are the...
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Having Trouble Eating Enough? Use These... →
It may sound strange for us to provide tips to boost calories when many members are trying to cut back. But some people have difficulty meeting even the minimum calories in their recommended ranges, whether because of lack of hunger, loss of appetite, or just out of habit of eating too little. Eating within your calorie range is important for your body to work properly. In addition, you need to...
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Choosing a Walking or Running Route →
Fitness can be incredibly simple. Sometimes, the most effective workouts don’t need celebrity spokespeople or a payment plan. Walking and running are excellent ways to stay in shape year-round. These basic workouts are convenient, feasible almost anywhere, and require only a good pair of shoes- all you need is a place to go! Depending on the time of year, as well as your fitness goals, you...
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Grocery Store Steals and Tips →
Trying to eat healthy on a tight budget? An important part of starting a healthy diet is to be supermarket savvy. At times, eating the nutritious stuff can cost a little more than the unhealthy foods you might consume, so it’s important to know how to get the most out of your buck when you stop at the store. Here are some tips on how to save: Plan your meals out for the week. You’ll be more likely...
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Body Composition Measures Results →
Some people can measure their weight loss by the way they feel and look: firmer thighs, a smaller waist, jiggle-free arms. But then there are the number-crazy ones who desperately need some kind (any kind!) of concrete proof that all their hard work is paying off. They want to gauge their progress a different way. Give them numbers on paper, or some kind of chart and they’re ecstatic. There are so...
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3 Bittersweet Truths about Sweeteners →
Though food is supposed to be one of life’s simple pleasures, few things cause more angst and confusion. It’s no wonder why. We’re constantly being told which foods we should eat to be healthy, which diets we should follow to be skinny, which preparation methods we should use to be safe, and which chemicals and contaminants in food we should shun to avoid illness. It’s...
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Are You Wearing the Right Sports Bra? →
You’ve probably heard this advice before: For a healthy grocery trip, shop the perimeter of the store. Avoiding the middle aisles is a good tactic to help you make great choices and pick the most nutritious foods, but if you stick to this advice completely you’ll be missing out on some of the nutritious items that do come in packages. These packaged foods—not to be confused with...
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10 Surprisingly Healthy Packaged Foods →
Every active woman, regardless of her breast size, should have a sports bra as a part of her fitness wardrobe. Not only do these specially designed bras offer better support and more comfort than a regular bra, they also help minimize movement during your workout. Exercising in the wrong bra can lead to more than discomfort. A number of issues, including tension in the arms and shoulders and...
