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Learn Proper Freestyle Stroke to Reduce Back Pain

Summer should be a time of activity and fun, not stress. But for some, heading to the pool even just to swim some leisurely laps can be a source of discomfort. It’s long been documented that spondylolysis--a form of arthritis of the spine--is common among swimmers, and can be exacerbated by improper swimming technique, especially if you swim a lot. The butterfly and breaststroke in particular are known for causing other lower back problems in swimmers, according to Livestrong.com. If…
May 22, 2014
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Staying Active Through Middle Age

One of the primary benefits of ActivAided is that it allows its user to remain active and mobile while also guiding them towards better posture and reducing chronic back pain. This problem is quite prevalent, too: Up to 85 percent of Americans will experience some form of back pain in their lives, according to the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. Although back pain can certainly be a hindrance for people of any age, it doesn’t have to render you sedentary.…
May 08, 2014
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Yoga Poses to Relieve Cycling Lower Back Pain

According to a study by the American Journal of Sports Medicine, back pain is the most common overuse injury among cyclist, with 58 percent of cyclists polled experiencing such symptoms in the previous year and 41 percent seeking medical attention for it. Indeed, cycling is one of the best low-impact cardiovascular workouts you can get, but after a few hours riding, even the most experienced athletes can feel discomfort in their upper or lower back. But according to Alyssa Dinowitz,…
April 17, 2014
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Attack Weight Loss From Both Ends!

By John W Mitchell A clever wag once noted it was ironic that in the average bookstore diet books can be found somewhere between the humor and fiction sections.  While such an observation is funny, it’s no joke that when it comes to weight loss, a flanking action by exercise and diet is a great strategy.  Knowing the relationship between the two and how they tag team together is key to healthy weight loss and management.  While the general rule…
March 04, 2014
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Exercise as Medicine

by Rochelle Bohannon med·i·cine noun the science or practice of diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease The word medicine is most synonymous with "pill" or "drug." Far too often, when we walk into a doctor's office with an ailment, we walk out with a prescription that promises to cure us, and we have grown dependent on these superficially instant resutls.But what if exercise was prescribed just as often as the latest pill? What if the default treatment didn’t rely solely…
February 26, 2014
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5 Household Items to Use for Strength Training

by Lora Mays Starting a strength-training program can be done without a gym membership or any fancy equipment. Believe it or not, your home is brimming with tools that can help you build your muscles and create a strength training workout right at home. Here are five household items to use for easy workouts at home: Stairs Perhaps the most diverse tool, stairs can be used to build up your strength as well as your aerobic fitness. Stairs can be…
January 15, 2014
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Join the Gym in Your Living Room

by John W. Mitchell This time of the year I find there is an inverse relationship between the hours of daylight and my enthusiasm for exercise. The shortest day of the year – the Winter Solstice - occurs just before Christmas. In the depths of winter I am more inclined to raise a pint and a slice of fruitcake rather than my heart rate. On days I don’t feel like exercising, rather then trying to muster myself into the cold…
January 10, 2014
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Get Fit Fast…er, Slowly

by David Throop If you’re like most people, you know you should probably get up off the couch and get some exercise. You may even have some specific fitness goals in mind and are eager to get started. But before you begin you need to be aware that what you don’t know can hurt you. One thing to keep in mind before starting out is that the most common mistake people make when beginning any exercise program is that they’ll…
December 17, 2013
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Interval Training – The Magic Bullet of Exercise

by John W. Mitchell A few years ago my personal physician enrolled his entire practice in a national study to measure the effects of patient behavior modification as a form of preventative medicine. He was an older doctor who believed that patients can help themselves quite a bit with healthy lifestyle changes, such as becoming more physically active. He even took $5 off a patient’s co-pay if they would ride their bike to an appointment. It was during this study…
December 11, 2013
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Staying Safe in Cold Weather

by Virginia Cunningham When you were younger, it might have been fun to play outside in the crisp cold air, especially if it was a Saturday afternoon and a game of touch football. The cold breeze was refreshing, and a little snow on the ground was always a treat. But even with all the upside, you knew that if you fell, it was going to hurt a little more. We all know that working out or engaging in physical activity…
November 11, 2013
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A Stability Ball Can Do Your Body Good

Looking for an easy to adopt, whole body workout? Look no further than the stability ball. Inexpensive, lightweight, and easily incorporated into any routine, the stability ball has become a fitness staple. Whether doing targeted exercises, or just sitting on a ball while watching TV, there are numerous health benefits from adding a stability ball into your life. Core Activation Improved Posture Inceased Mobility Core Activation Core activation is one of the biggest benefits of using a stability ball. Effectively…
September 03, 2013