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william smith asked:


“Health is wealth,” said a wise man an eon back.

‘Gullible’ as we are, we believed him. But soon when money came pouring in from all directions, we understood what wealth really was. And life was never ever the same.

We keep a bottle of water on our desk so that we don’t have to move when thirsty. The cookie jar under our table helps us when hunger strikes. The only exercise regime that we have is a walk to the parking zone and a weekly visit to the supermarket. “Who has the time for a morning walk, yoga, exercise and the likes? It’s what retired and old people do who really need it,” defends a generation who’s full of aggression to make money while the sun shines.

And so, cases of obesity, slip disc, migraine, high blood pressure and depression have increased by leaps and bounds. We realize the threat, but we don’t act unless we suffer. Consider yourself blessed if all work and no play have kept you hale and hearty.

As time passes, these cases will increase. And therefore, to make sure your health is not disturbed, start managing your time.

Simple changes in your lifestyle can work wonders to your well-being.

-It could be as small as taking the stair case instead of the lift or

-A good laugh in between grueling work hours.

-You can push your group of friends to join an evening gym – that could be your hang-out with pals!

-Instead of a pizza, go for a salad Subway sandwich when in a mall.

-Learn basic exercises and do them while on your chair. Walk while talking on your cell phone.

-Get a good massage on the weekend.

-When you go to a disc, make sure you take on the dance floor!

Start smiling a little more often…

These are just a few examples. List a few things you love doing and see how you can include them in your lifestyle to stay fit. Fitness is not about a regime; it’s about how well you understand your body and gives it what it asks for.

And remember, tomorrow never comes. Just go and find your fitness mantra today for health is actually the real wealth.

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Mike Singh asked:


Most articles on fitness generally advise consulting an experienced physician before starting any exercise program. This is suggested mainly due to the fact that if exercise is done improperly, it might lead to an injury. Furthermore, it isn’t possible to get all the relevant information just by browsing the Internet.

It is always advantageous to consult a physician especially those who specialize in sports medicine - a relatively new field in the world of medicine. They can not only help you check your overall fitness levels but also assist you in defining your goals and achieving them based on your strengths and limits.

One must look for a good and experienced physician who can guide and give the right recommendations suitable to ones purpose. An excellent way of finding the right physician is to check how much experience they have in the relevant field and how helpful their recommendations are to you.

It is also important for a good doctor to be able to explain information in terms that are simple and understandable to the lay man.

While most physicians possess general knowledge about the anatomy, nutrition and proper functioning of the body, only those who specialize in sports and fitness will have thorough and in depth knowledge on the subject of fitness and nutrition. Their expertize will be beneficial in several ways.

The basic aim of any exercise routine is to avoid injury. While a certain amount of discomfort or pain is natural especially when one is beginning or getting back to an exercise routine, constant pain may be a signal that something is wrong. Sometimes it may be due to improper technique or in certain cases it can be something more serious. A well qualified physician will be able to identify the causes of the pain accurately and also develop a routine that avoids it in the first place.

Making the most of the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems, flexibility, endurance and overall fitness levels first requires a person to understand how different exercise routines will effect them in particular.

Exercise routines differ on the basis of sex, body types and racial groups. Every individual is unique and so they all have a specific body frame, muscular system, different levels of heart and lung capacity along with a distinctive genetic inheritance. Based on the above one should try and find a workout that suits their individual needs.

Always make the time to see an experienced sports physician before beginning a strenuous exercise program as they will help you achieve those goals.



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Diets In Review asked:


Celebrity Fit Club is the weight-loss program that is changing the lives and figures of stars on VH-1, and can change your life too. On the hit VH-1 show, stars are put through the paces by Sgt. Harvey E. Walden, IV while following the Fat Smash Diet developed by Dr. Ian Smith and delving into their emotional issues regarding their weight with the help of psychotherapist Stacey Kaiser. This three-pronged approach to weight loss helps celebrities shed pounds at a healthy rate and keep them off.

Now regular folks can achieve the same success as the celebs with a line of products by the experts from Celebrity Fit Club. A website offers you a diet profile and a workout plan designed just for you based on the profile. It also offers access to a community of fellow dieters to help support and encourage you. You can also access insider tips, advice, and help from the same experts the celebs use!

Dr. Ian Smith has two books out: The Fat Smash Diet and Extreme Fat Smash Diet. The meal plans and diet restrictions featured on the Celebrity Fit Club website are based on these books, but the best results can be achieved using the books and website together. The Fat Smash Diet teaches you about portion sizing that helps curb hunger and how to prepare healthy, delicious, filling meals.

The Celebrity Fit Club weight loss program is gimmick free. It endorses the only proven methods of weight loss—diet and exercise—in conjunction with confronting psychological issues that cause overeating. Of course, you should always consult a doctor before deciding on the best weight loss plan for you, but if you’ve seen the show then you know what amazing results can be achieved using this plan!



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D Fraser asked:


Losing weight is more then just cutting foods out of our diets, and reducing calorie intake, although diets like us think otherwise. Without fully understanding how our bodies work, and why we gain weight, lose weight, and what our bodies do with food, we cannot begin to make the required lifestyle changes for long term weight loss. Just as an example, did you know that if you cut to many calories from your diet to quickly you will actually hold onto more body fat? When our bodies feel as they might be being starved we go into preservation mode, causing us to hold onto body fat as a reserve.

Don’t be a salve to the diet

I know a lot of you that may have gone on diets before might dis-agree with me, but it’s not all about the diet when you’re attempting to lose weight. Diets in fact can contribute to the horrid yo-yo effect that so many dieters find themselves in.

When we go on a diet we in turn lose fat, how ever with that we also lose muscle unless we keep up or increase our exercise regime to build new muscle. This means we weigh less but are weaker over all. So when you’re told to diet and exercise at the same time it’s not just to help accelerate the weight loss it’s to ensure you’re health and safety as well.

Don’t just lose fat Build Muscle as well

To keep things in check while you’re following a weight loss plan you must ensure you’re also exercising consistently. Basic cardio workouts are good, but getting into some higher impact activities that will help build up and maintain muscle mass is key. You don’t need to go out and buy a home gym, but getting into a routine of walking and some of the activities we talk about next will help you burn off the fat, and maintain the muscle.

>Simple exercises are the answer

Exercises like pilates and yoga offer low impact, low cost advantages to exercising at home. While you might not think an activity like pilates can burn belly fat, trust me it can. The same goes for yoga. If you’re someone who likes working out consider a home gym alternative such as a exercise band kit, or even aerobic workout video. I’ve always enjoyed walking/jogging, combined with some pilates and yoga you need to do what feels right for you and works.

Weight Loss doesn’t happen over night

When we start something new like a diet, we often feel very motivated to make things happen. Our expectations are high (thanks to the diets claims) and we think it will only be a short matter of time til we go from zero to hero. A healthy plan doesn’t work this way, and even those diets that claim to work quick can’t deliver. When we don’t see fast results our hope dwindles, and our efforts diminish. Develop a long term plan, and lifestyle changes and you’re setting yourself up for long term weight loss success. No more yo-yo dieting, you’ll be on the path to permanent weight loss.



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Connie Limon asked:


A good way to fight age-related muscle loss is to incorporate some weight training into your fitness program. Weight training helps to tone muscles and will improve your appearance.

Research shows that a single set of 12 repetitions with the proper weight can build muscle efficiently. You really do not have to spend a lot of time doing three or more sets of the exercise to acquire results. You can do a complete series of weight training exercises for your arms, shoulders, abdomen, chest, back and legs in 20 to 30 minutes.

Beginners may find they are able to lift only a few pounds. This is fine. Your muscles, tendons and ligaments will get use to weight training exercises and you will begin to see how quickly you progress. One important key here is to start slowly. When you are able to do 12 repetitions with a particular weight, you might increase the weight by up 10 percent at a time.

Muscles need time to recover from work-outs. It is advisable to rest one full day between exercising each specific muscle group. If you rather lift weights every day, plan daily sessions for specific muscle groups. You might work your arms and shoulder on Monday, then on Tuesday work your legs, and so on until you have finished all muscle groups, then go back to the beginning of the schedule.

Most people do find it more practical to work out in short sessions two to three times a week. Two to three times a week for 20 to 30 minute sessions will give you results.

Weight training helps you reverse the trend of losing lean muscle and increasing fat as you age. Weight training and other types of strength training can improve the quality of your life. The ability to complete daily tasks can become easier even for adults in their 80s and 90s.

As muscle mass increases, you will be able to work harder and longer. Other benefits of weight training are:

•Joint flexibility which guards against risk of injury

•Increased bone density which also guards against injury

•Helps you to manage your weight

•Helps you to burn calories more efficiently

•Boosts your energy

•Can boost your self-esteem, improve your body image and reduce risk of depression

•Can help you get a better nights sleep. People who strength train regularly are less likely to suffer with insomnia

If your aerobic work outs are not balanced by a proper amount of strength training, you are missing out on overall health and fitness.

When your doctor gives you the OK to begin a strength training program, start the program slowly. Warm up with five to 10 minutes of stretching or gentle aerobic activity. Choose a weight or resistance level heavy enough to tire your muscles after about 12 repetitions. Remember to stop if you feel pain. I once suffered a severe low blood sugar episode after weight training. So it is very important to start out slow, and even to check with your doctor before beginning a weight training program.

If you are not certain how to get started, which weights to use or just in general need instruction with weight and strength training, by all means consult with your doctor for an appropriate referral to an exercise specialist or physical therapist. It is better to be safe than sorry with injuries.

Continued in: “Four Important Elements of a Good Rounded Fitness Training Routine Part III.”

Source: Mayo Clinic (2005)

Disclaimer: *The information in this article is not intended to replace the medical advice of your doctor or health care provider. Please consult your health care provider for advice about specific medical concerns and especially before beginning any type of exercise routine. The statements in this article has not been evaluated by the Food and Health Administration and not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any kind of a health problem.

This article is FREE to publish with the resource box. This article was written 2-2007

By: Connie Limon -



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