by Matt Schoeneberger — The fat-burning zone was originally conceived more than 15 years ago, based on research stating that an exerciser will burn a higher percentage of energy from fat if they keep their working heart rate (HR) between 60 and 65 percent of their maximum HR. This has since been debunked as irrational […]
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Pre-hab now to avoid re-hab later
July 18, 2012
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Dr. Stephen Brandon Now that the New Year’s celebrations have come and gone, most of us start to think about getting back in shape. This is a great idea, and our initiative should be commended. However, trying to start out performing at the highest level in the gym is not only unrealistic, but it may […]
Does your exercise correspond with your constitution?
July 17, 2012
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by Dr. Meghana Thanki — Most of us would agree that exercising can be a very important part of daily life. It gives us a chance to move energy, release stored-up tension, process and digest our experiences, and slip into a meditative space. The only problem is that often we fall into patterns of moving […]
Cannot get to the gym? Pop in a DVD!
July 15, 2012
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by Scott White — Ever since Jane Fonda got us moving to her aerobics in the ‘80s, workout videos have been a part of most people’s exercise routines at one time or another. Of course, we have moved to DVDs, but the selection available today is so varied that no matter what your exercise preference, […]
Are you driving your body with the brakes on?
July 14, 2012
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by Mary Peterson — Our bodies come equipped with a complex system of interconnected tissue that runs like a web from the top of the head to the tip of the toes. This “fascia” covers every other system and structure, creating compartments that unify the body to give it strength and support. When an injury […]
A.C.T. — acute conjugated training
July 12, 2012
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by Matt Schoeneberger — The benefits of high-intensity exercise over medium- or low-intensity exercise have been shown time and time again in research. Exercisers who employ high-intensity techniques benefit from improved heart function, increased bone mineral density, greater fat loss and improved endurance. Acute conjugated training (A.C.T.) is the melding of the two most effective […]
Radiant skin
July 10, 2012
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by Dr. Renee Waldman — The skin is the body’s largest organ — each human adult has a total surface area of about 10 square feet of skin, or approximately six pounds of skin cells. Our skin serves to protect us from the constant onslaught of environmental stressors in various ways. Not only does it […]
Walkable communities: A better way
July 10, 2012
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by Mike Cartsonis — We can live better lives if we make good choices. Half of our daily trips to and from home are less than three miles; and half of those less than one mile — short enough distances that many of us could walk, ride a bike or take an electric vehicle. Think […]
Qigong for a healthy life
April 12, 2012
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by Sheila Eastman — What if you had a self-healing tool at your fingertips that you could use every day to put your mind, body and spirit in a great place? This tool would help you quiet your mind for clarity, improve memory and ease decision making. This self-healing tool is qigong, pronounced “chee-gong.” There […]
Seven hidden benefits of weight loss
April 12, 2012
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by Alan Christianson — You incorporate protein in every meal, provide your body optimal nutrients, combine burst training with weight resistance four times each week, and turn down numerous late-night dates with your girlfriends in order to meet your eight-hour nightly sleep quota. Your herculean efforts have paid off. You are finally able to get […]
Self-defense: A form of personal training
March 5, 2012
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by Steven Cooner — Imagine getting all the benefits of personal training, cardio, endurance, stretching, strength and body shaping, while learning a practical, safe way to defend and protect yourself at the same time. Many secrets to healthy longevity, beauty, self-esteem, alleviating fear and gaining confidence are contained in self-defense exercises and techniques. Personal protection […]
The myth of muscle metabolism
March 5, 2012
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by Jeff Thiboutot — A common belief in the health and fitness industry is that people should gain muscle and increase their metabolism. This is technically true, but the effect is minimal. It has been estimated that one pound of muscle will cause an increase in daily energy expenditure or basal metabolic rate (BMR) of […]
Peace and Happiness
March 5, 2012
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by Dr. Larry Wilson — An overall healthful lifestyle is often the most important aspect of maintaining health. Here are some simple ways to live well and find more peace and happiness in your life. Sleep and rest Sleep at least eight or more hours every single day. If you require an extra hour to […]



July 20, 2012
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