Posted in Environment, Fitness, Nutrition, Wellness | May 20th, 2009
More and more people are getting tattoos these days. As a result, more and more people will have them removed at some point. One must consider the repercussions about the permanent mark before making the plunge. Laser beauty treatments have become much more affordable than in the past; [...]
Tags: laser, skin, tattoos, veins
Posted in Fitness, Nutrition, Wellness | May 5th, 2009
Have you ever looked at a pill bottle and seen where the pills are produced. You are sure to realize that they come from the same place most of our IT is contracted to, India. These large pharmaceutical companies are not dumb and realize that their profits are much higher [...]
Tags: india, medicine, meds, pills
Posted in Fitness, Food, Nutrition, Wellness | May 5th, 2009
I wake up every morning and thank the lord above that he has given me another wonderful day. I believe that is a privilege to be alive and I treat my body very well as a result. The most important part of the day is breakfast. I typically [...]
Tags: cereal, exercise, smoothie, sunscreen, supplements
Posted in Fitness, Nutrition, Wellness | April 19th, 2009
We are remember the famous commercial “I’ve fallen and I can’t get up.” However, elderly falls are serious issue for many of us dealing with our grandparent/parents. Part of our family duty is to care for our elder family members. We have to be ready to assist [...]
Tags: Alzheimer, disease, elderly, home, nursing
Posted in Environment, Fitness, Wellness | April 10th, 2009
Even though the economy and times are tough, do not neglect your exercise apparel. I recently started a basketball league and decided to utilize some classic Jordans as my sneakers. I did not want to pay for a new pair of sneakers, but that’s exactly what I did. [...]
Tags: clothes, economy, jordan, running, sneakers
Posted in Fitness, Food, Nutrition | April 8th, 2009
The start of the warm weather generally means the start of many of our workouts. We tend to over exert ourselves this time of year to catch up. The winter dormancy along with tax stress typically makes me more aggressive in the gym. Malnutrition and dehydration can [...]
Tags: blender, Gym, muscle, protein, workout
Posted in Fitness, Food, Nutrition | April 8th, 2009
It is very important to remain fit, especially when it is cold out. I know that Spring has finally arrive, so get outside and go for a run. They say that it takes two weeks to break a habit. After you smokers do that for two weeks, start a new fitness routine. [...]
Tags: exercise, run, stairs, summer, treadmill
Posted in Fitness, Food, Nutrition | March 29th, 2009
One of the worst things you can do is skip meals. I grew up with the notion that you weren’t manly if you can’t work through lunch. This option is also very bad for losing weight. Chances are that you will become so hungry that when you finally decide to eat you will divulge in [...]
Tags: diet, meals, skip
Posted in Fitness, Food, Wellness | March 29th, 2009
If you are pressed on time at the gym or home, the following workout of three exercises is a sure fire way to increase your metabolism.
1. Chinup with Knees Up:
Grab the bar with palms in and do a chinup while raising your knees to your chest. Return your knees slowly. Try to [...]
Tags: exercise, knees, quick workout
Posted in Fitness, Wellness | March 27th, 2009
People are capable of stretching at any point in time. Stretching provides increased flexibility as well as circulation. Both hugely beneficial to sexual performance as well. Most people do vigorous workouts without stretching prior or afterwards. These workouts will become much more effective with stretching. It is a very important tool used to avoid injuries.
Tags: Fitness, sex, stretch
Posted in Environment, Fitness, Wellness | March 22nd, 2009
1. Find a quiet zone with silence and no activity
2. Find your comfort position: Sitting, Walking, Standing, etc.
3. Focus solely on Meditation; which can be breathing, an object, etc.
4. Keep your mind at ease and take every day distractions without reaction
Tags: Meditation
Posted in Fitness, Food, Nutrition | March 16th, 2009
According to the USDA, Americans take in more than twice the maximum recommended limit of 40 grams of added sugar per day. To reduce this intake, limit the amount of candy and soda you eat, as well as the amount of sugar you put in your coffee per day.
Also, beware of sauces when you [...]
Tags: BBQ, Sauces, Sugar
Posted in Fitness, Food, Nutrition, Wellness | March 16th, 2009
If you are trying to lose weight, you must take the problem into your own hands and eliminate eating out. Eating out is bad for diets because the foods typically contain tons of calories. It is no secret that chefs overload salt, sugar, and fats to please you. If you do choose to eat out, [...]
Tags: chefs, eating, fat, out, salt, Sugar
Posted in Fitness, Food, Nutrition, Wellness | March 1st, 2009
Posted in Fitness, Wellness | February 26th, 2009
Gym memberships are expensive and days go by too quickly for most people to get in a quality workout. Simple solution: keep it moving! During the day, make a conscious effort to move more. Instead of taking an elevator, take the stairs; instead of parking in the closest spot at the store, pick one slightly [...]
Tags: exercise, Gym, walk
Posted in Fitness, Food, Nutrition, Wellness | February 23rd, 2009
This tip will save you money, time, and weight. It is really tough to stay healthy when you are on the road conducting business. Everyone knows that there is never enough time in a day. As a result, most people take the convenient but unhealthy road to food consumption. These fast food restaurants and other [...]
Tags: fast food, lunch, time saver
Posted in Fitness, Food, Nutrition | February 19th, 2009
Sardines are an excellent nutritional source. Their abundance of Omega 3 fatty acids, protein, and calcium make them one of our most nutritious seafoods. The sardines that are imported and sold in olive oil can be served with whole grain bread to make a nutritious satisfying lunch. I had trouble getting by the looks of [...]
Tags: calcium, fatty acids, lunch, omega 3, protein, sardines
Posted in Fitness, Wellness | February 7th, 2009
Life is stressful. There are not enough hours in the day, we get it. Research has shown that reducing stress levels can help reduce unwanted body bulge! How is reducing stress possible you ask? Simple. Take a few minutes a day for yourself; soak in a warm bath, read a few chapters in a [...]
Tags: bath, clean, Life, Stress
Posted in Fitness, Food, Nutrition, Wellness | January 10th, 2009
Smoothies are one of my biggest passions. There is nothing better on a hot summer day than a nutritional smoothie. I typically avoid the frozen food section of a supermarket because there is a lot of unhealthy food choices. However, next time you are there, pick up some frozen blueberries, strawberries, and other fruits. Grab [...]
Tags: fruit, smoothie, summer, supermarket
Posted in Fitness, Wellness | November 18th, 2008
Do you know how how many miles you walk during the course of a week? Probably not. It is said that a basketball player runs 5 miles during the course of a game. The basis of this article is that you should go out and buy a pedometer. A pedometer is a handy gadget that [...]
Tags: pedometer, psychological, walking