Stuck in traffic? Rather than become frustrated, use this time to your advantage. Practice isolating and tightening some muscle groups. This works for your abdominals, fluteus maximum (rear end) and thighs. Tighten and hold for three seconds, relax and repeat several times. Accompany this exercise with deep breathing to enhance this relaxation technique. By the way, [...]
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Drink Up To Work Out
by Cathy on 22. Jul, 2008 in Exercise, Movement & Activity
Keeping your body well hydrated impacts not only your exercise performance, but also how you feel about it as well. Studies show that getting enough water and other fluids have concrete benefits: – YOU EXERCISE BETTER. People who are well hydrated work out with more intensity, in terms of both strength and endurance. – YOU [...]
Double Bonus of Muscle
by Cathy on 18. Jul, 2008 in Exercise, Movement & Activity
Weight bearing exercise promotes increased muscle mass and helps to speed up your metabolism!! The more lean body mass (muscle) you have, the more calories your body burns! Bring it on!! What a deal! Why? Because muscle is more metabolically active than fat! Add light weight training to your daily exercise program. You’ll not only [...]
Exercise With A Buddy….Your Dog!
by Cathy on 16. Jul, 2008 in Exercise, Movement & Activity
As many of my clients know, a few months ago we got a puppy for my sons. As it usually works out, he has went from a puppy for my sons to my puppy. He is my little shadow. Everywhere I go in the house, he is right on my heels. Another benefit is that [...]
Have a Headache…Try Exercise
by Cathy on 19. Jun, 2008 in Exercise, Movement & Activity
If you often have tension headaches, here’s some motivation to get fit. Research shows that headache sufferers that improve their level of aerobic fitness and muscle tone generally have fewer and less severe headaches. This may be partly due to the fact that exercise causes the brain to secrete more endorphins, which help to lessen [...]
Summer Exercise – All 3
by Cathy on 14. May, 2008 in Exercise, Movement & Activity
The days are finally warming up and summer is around the corner. As it warms up, remember to keep hydrated regularly throughout the day and use sunscreen. When the sun is at its peak (around Noon to 3:00 p.m.) try to work out earlier in the morning or later in the evening. Be sure you include [...]
Commercials as Opportunity
by Cathy on 10. May, 2008 in Exercise, Movement & Activity
As we are watching our favorite television shows, the commercials can be annoying. There are so many and they seem to last forever. Rather than sit there bored or, worse, go to the kitchen as a time filler, make good use of commercials. When a commercial comes on, get up and move instead! Here’s a [...]
Happy National Start! Walking Day
by Cathy on 16. Apr, 2008 in Exercise, Movement & Activity
The American Heart Association has declared Wednesday, April 16, 2008, as National Start! Walking Day. Whether you’re reading this on April 16th or another day, you can have your own Start! Walking Day. From www.americanheart.org: Heart disease is the No. 1 killer in the U.S. And physical inactivity doubles the risk. Start! walking and start [...]
Try Yoga
by Cathy on 13. Apr, 2008 in Exercise, Movement & Activity
Considering it’s thousands of years old, referring to yoga as a new fitness craze isn’t really accurate. However, yoga has become increasingly popular in the U.S. in recent years. Yoga offers many benefits including: improved flexibility, posture, balance, circulation and coordination; increased self awareness; reduced risk of injury for other activities and relaxation and stress [...]
Pedometer Power
by Cathy on 24. Mar, 2008 in Exercise, Movement & Activity
Health experts recommend wearing a pedometer with the goal of 10,000 steps per day. Most people get less than 3,000 steps per day. Pedometers are small electronic, battery operated, counting devices that are worn on your waistband or belt. The benefits of pedometers are many. 10,000 steps per day can assist with weight loss and [...]
