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       Allotting for resting periods between sets of exercise will aid an exercising body in replenish energy sources, so that training can continue for the planned workout session. However, the energy sources used and the goals of the workout session … Continue reading

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If you are looking for a great way to build some awesome biceps, try doing the old playground favorite, pull-ups. If your gym is like most those pull up bars can be the loneliest place on the planet, so there’s … Continue reading

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You may have seen foam cylinders in your sporting goods section and figured that this was a misplaced bedding product or odd-looking pillow for real fitness seekers.  However, these foam rollers are actually a fantastic way to relieve tension and … Continue reading

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Are you overdosing yourself?  Many takers of nutrition supplements overdose everyday and never even realize their well intentioned behavior could be counter-productive or even shortening their lives.  The sad thing is those unsuspecting victims were probably overdosing with the hopes … Continue reading

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Building a strong core takes more than doing a thousand sit-ups and crunches each day, (but that wouldn’t be a bad start) , however, there is a much better use of your workout time when targeting the core. Building a … Continue reading

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         I once heard that the last bite is always the best part of a good meal.  But what’s that last bite, sip, forkful, spoonful, chopsticksful… all worth?  What price do we pay for just one last mouthful of palatable … Continue reading

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So you are in the gym for one hour, 4 days a week and its been 4 weeks of some pretty rigorous training sessions. You have even added protein shakes to your diet because learned that it aids in muscle … Continue reading

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          For most of us managing pain is a part of playing and participating in physical sports…especially in the old gym born adage of ..”no pain, no gain.”  And if you consider the management of you pain with only the … Continue reading

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        Weight loss is among the most popular reasons people decide to train / workout.  However, the most often made mistake of the panicked weight losers is the maintenance of unrealistic eating habits.  “Going on a diet,” does not necessarily … Continue reading

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         Often I’m asked of my training preference of machines, dumbbells or barbells.  And it’s not really a matter of preference of equipment for a workout, as much as is the goal of the workout and the condition of the … Continue reading

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