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Exercise Can Help Improve Mobility in Arthritis Sufferers

Posted on May 19, 2011 by dteter

Are you suffering from arthritis? Conventional wisdom is that there is little that can be done to reverse the effects of the sometimes crippling condition. Thus, most doctors focus primarily on treating the symptoms through medications and painkillers. There is … Continue reading →

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Core Exercise: The Hyperextension

Posted on October 17, 2010 by Margot

Core exercises are very fickle. It might appear you are doing the exercise correctly, but you could be doing it totally wrong. Form and execution are extremely important, and to be honest, there are a few moves I just can’t … Continue reading →

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Active TV Watching – Can you do it?

Posted on September 17, 2010 by Margot

One of the most common tips to get healthy or lose weight, etc.,  I have seen over the years is do exercises while you watch TV. Sit-ups on the commercial breaks, squats while you watch your favorite show (The Office … Continue reading →

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Working the Back

Posted on August 2, 2010 by Margot

It’s tough to ignore the back muscles. They are involved in just about everything. You feel them when you are carrying things, and they are key to helping you maintain good posture. And good posture – well that’s a whole … Continue reading →

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Work the Chest: Push-Ups

Posted on July 30, 2010 by Margot

You know the basic push-up, now let’s get some variations – band style. Before you jump in, remember this: – Keep your body as straight as possible throughout the exercise, including your head. Try picking a spot on the floor … Continue reading →

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Get those legs working!

Posted on July 19, 2010 by Margot

Your largest muscle group is your legs, so resistance training with your legs is key to your total body routine. Think about it. Legs represent a huge portion of your muscles, so increasing your leg muscles increases your overall muscles … Continue reading →

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A Fitness Podcast Worth Checking Out

Posted on July 10, 2010 by Margot

I love a good podcast. I listen to them while I am making breakfast, cleaning my room, stretching. I draw the line at working out because I need some good beats to keep me going, but for the most part … Continue reading →

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Exercise: Lat Pulldown + Variations

Posted on July 9, 2010 by Margot

Hopefully by now you have all seen and tried out our latest workout video. With your resistance bands, these exercises combine for a great workout at your desk, but if you are looking to up the difficulty to create a … Continue reading →

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spreading the band love: FitSugar

Posted on July 6, 2010 by Margot

FitSugar, an online fitness community, posted a great article today about the benefits of resistance bands. It talks about a few of my favorite reasons: you can use them to target specific muscles and to reach some often neglected muscle … Continue reading →

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Spice Up Your Meal… and the way you feel

Posted on February 25, 2010 by Ari

Bored with your old recipes? Maybe it’s time to spice up your cooking. Here are five great healthy suggestions to turn old duds into gourmet delights. Fennel Seeds: Fennel a plant native of the Mediterranean has a deep aromatic anise … Continue reading →

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