Question: I was wondering if I could simply do muscle toning exercise like push ups to remove the fat from my arms? Similarly, can I do squats to remove fat from my leg? How else can I go about removing the fat in these two problematic areas of mine? I hope you can help me as I will be greatly… Read more »
Chances are you’ve found the motivation to start looking at exercise programs for yourself – millions of Americans do every day – whether it be health, that upcoming high-school reunion, or those jeans that didn’t quite fit this morning. So here are some ways to start a successful program and develop a sensible workout routine: 1. Select appropriate activities. Ask yourself these questions: Do… Read more »
Regular, gentle exercise can have many benefits for people with arthritis. It can: Facilitate joint nourishment Ease pain and joint stiffness improve flexibility Build muscular strength and improve balance Reduce joint deformity and improve posture Reduce the effects of osteoporosis (thinning of the bones) by maintaining bone density Improve overall health and fitness Lower stress levels Maintain a healthy body… Read more »
Nutritional science in its quest to identify nutritional food and educate consumers on its benefits has unknowingly created a marketing monster. This has inadvertently steered consumers away from whole foods and towards consuming processed foods. In 1970’s when the concept of nutritionalism gained a lot of popularity, health officials propagated how they could fight chronic diseases by using food components… Read more »
Question: I have a big stomach and over 50 years old and overweight. Should I focus on weight and then trimming the stomach? I find it difficult to get down on the ground because of a prior broken arm. What exercises can I do which I can coordinate overtime with reduction in eating so much? Thank you. I read about… Read more »
Are you making mistakes when you exercise that make your workout ineffective? Or worse yet, are you doing things that could lead to costly injuries? Whether you’re a veteran or novice at exercising you need to be sure you’re getting the best workout possible. The American Council on Exercise (ACE) surveyed 3,000 certified fitness professionals and asked them what are… Read more »
For many Wicker Furniture simply means “relax” … and it has for over a 1000 years! If we think of all the different materials used for furnishings, wicker furniture is probably the most versatile of all. Wicker furniture fits perfectly with upholstered pieces. From the living room to laundry wicker just fits in great and never looks out of place…. Read more »