Archive for the 'Fitness' Category

Strength Training

Tuesday, April 17th, 2007

The benefits of weight training extend beyond aesthetics. By improving your body’s distribution of weight, you might possibly improve your balance. Additionally, you may also optimize the strength ratios of muscle groups that tend to be off kilter. For example, the hamstring/ quadricep strength ratio should be 3/2. Unfortunately, most people are significantly stronger in […]

Foam Rollers for Flexibility

Tuesday, April 17th, 2007

If you want to combine the benefits of stretching and massage, consider investing in a foam roller. These products have been making a big hit in the sports-training market. Foam roller flexibility training is known as myofascial self-release. It helps you release muscular tension without significantly altering muscle length. Since muscle length is […]

Bikini Butt on the Ball

Tuesday, April 17th, 2007

Ah, summer! At last we get to peel off the layers and show off the results of our winter workouts. Goodbye fleece and winter coats. Hello bikini! You disrobe in anticipation of trying on your new swimsuit. The soundtrack to The Stripper is playing in your mind. Mirror, mirror on the wall. […]

Now is the Time

Thursday, April 12th, 2007

Have you ever had something really important that needs to get done, but just never has?
Like getting your inspection sticker renewed, mowing the grass, going to school, reading that book, implementing that exercise plan, or starting that business?
Me too.
In fact, most of us humans have this in common. We procrastinate, set plans to do […]