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Monday, May 20, 2013
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31. Is Your Workout Gear Safe? Get The Facts
[DIET&FITNESS]
When participating in any activity, it's always important to be properly equipped so that you can have the safest workout possible. That means being prepared before you even get started. Take jogging or biking for example. If you're one of those people who participate in outdoor activities, you should have the right protective gear. Not wearing the right attire or not having the proper equipment can be hazardous to your health,... Read More
When participating in any activity, it's always important to be properly equipped so that you can have the safest workout possible. That means being prepared before you even get started. Take jogging or biking for example. If you're one of those people who participate in outdoor activities, you should have the right protective gear. Not wearing the right attire or not having the proper equipment can be hazardous to your health,... Read More
32. Getting Fit By Ages and Stages
[MOMS]
We're all aware that the body goes through some major changes over the years. Combinations of natural and man-made forces work together to push us further down the path to old age. It sounds depressing, but luckily we're not totally helpless against this process. Staying fit and healthy makes all the difference when it comes to the aging process. You can't avoid getting older, but you can help your body roll with the punches the years... Read More
We're all aware that the body goes through some major changes over the years. Combinations of natural and man-made forces work together to push us further down the path to old age. It sounds depressing, but luckily we're not totally helpless against this process. Staying fit and healthy makes all the difference when it comes to the aging process. You can't avoid getting older, but you can help your body roll with the punches the years... Read More
33. Indoor Exercise for Kids
[MOMS]
Snow days are no excuse for slow days. Cold weather may seem like the ultimate "get out of exercise free" card, but it shouldn't be. Regardless of the outside temperatures, your children need to stay active. It's the foundation for a healthy lifestyle for kids and adults alike. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend that children get at least one hour of physical activity every day come rain, sleet or snow. While this... Read More
Snow days are no excuse for slow days. Cold weather may seem like the ultimate "get out of exercise free" card, but it shouldn't be. Regardless of the outside temperatures, your children need to stay active. It's the foundation for a healthy lifestyle for kids and adults alike. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend that children get at least one hour of physical activity every day come rain, sleet or snow. While this... Read More
34. 7 Ways to Release Anger
[DIET&FITNESS]
Putting anger in its place isn't always easy. We all deal with frustration in our lives - at work, home and in public. Whether it's over small irritations like traffic jams or big life-changing situations like a divorce, the anger and stress we feel inside sometimes can bubble up and come spilling out at the worst moments. So how do you stop feeling like the Hulk and get back to being yourself? Check out these seven techniques to put... Read More
Putting anger in its place isn't always easy. We all deal with frustration in our lives - at work, home and in public. Whether it's over small irritations like traffic jams or big life-changing situations like a divorce, the anger and stress we feel inside sometimes can bubble up and come spilling out at the worst moments. So how do you stop feeling like the Hulk and get back to being yourself? Check out these seven techniques to put... Read More
35. Weighty Matters: Should Your Child Strength Train?
[MOMS]
With such scrutiny on childhood obesity, you may be wondering if your child should be lifting weights in order to stay fit. Some kids who are involved in athletics and team sports might feel pressured to start lifting weights in order to improve performance. But it's important to make the distinction between strength-building exercises, which help kids build strength and may prevent injuries, and weightlifting or bodybuilding, which are... Read More
With such scrutiny on childhood obesity, you may be wondering if your child should be lifting weights in order to stay fit. Some kids who are involved in athletics and team sports might feel pressured to start lifting weights in order to improve performance. But it's important to make the distinction between strength-building exercises, which help kids build strength and may prevent injuries, and weightlifting or bodybuilding, which are... Read More
36. 8 Ways to Beat the Holiday Blues
[MOMS]
It's the most wonderful time of the year, yet some people can't help but get down in the dumps around the holidays. It's ironic that although the season is supposed to be chock-full of cheer, it's often just the opposite. {relatedarticles}According to the National Mental Health Association, there are many causes of the holiday blues. They can include fatigue, financial concerns, family drama and much more. Many people set themselves up... Read More
It's the most wonderful time of the year, yet some people can't help but get down in the dumps around the holidays. It's ironic that although the season is supposed to be chock-full of cheer, it's often just the opposite. {relatedarticles}According to the National Mental Health Association, there are many causes of the holiday blues. They can include fatigue, financial concerns, family drama and much more. Many people set themselves up... Read More
37. Get Some Exercise -- Period
[DIET&FITNESS]
There are just some times of the month when, regardless of how much of a gym rat you normally are, you can't seem to get moving. Or it just plain hurts to engage in the exercise you usually do. If periods cramp your fitness style, then there are some ways to get moving again. There's no reason not to continue working out, but it's certainly OK to take a rest or scale back your workouts if you need to. ... Read More
There are just some times of the month when, regardless of how much of a gym rat you normally are, you can't seem to get moving. Or it just plain hurts to engage in the exercise you usually do. If periods cramp your fitness style, then there are some ways to get moving again. There's no reason not to continue working out, but it's certainly OK to take a rest or scale back your workouts if you need to. ... Read More
38. No "I" in Team
[DIET&FITNESS]
Try not to be a spoiled sport. When you join a group activity, make the goal of your participation to have fun and get a good workout. Far too many people take whatever sport they're playing too seriously. The end result is that they walk away from the game feeling frustrated or angry. So long as you're getting exercise and enjoying yourself, the end goal has been met. Team sports have myriad benefits, not the least of which is improving... Read More
Try not to be a spoiled sport. When you join a group activity, make the goal of your participation to have fun and get a good workout. Far too many people take whatever sport they're playing too seriously. The end result is that they walk away from the game feeling frustrated or angry. So long as you're getting exercise and enjoying yourself, the end goal has been met. Team sports have myriad benefits, not the least of which is improving... Read More
39. How to Recognize Signs of an Eating Disorder
[MOMS]
Eating disorders are on the rise, which raises serious concern for parents. Although eating disorders normally appear during adolescence or in early adulthood, children as young as 4 have also been susceptible to body image issues that can help to trigger eating disorders. Parents should understand the signs of an eating disorder so that it can be caught and treated early on. Who is affected by eating... Read More
Eating disorders are on the rise, which raises serious concern for parents. Although eating disorders normally appear during adolescence or in early adulthood, children as young as 4 have also been susceptible to body image issues that can help to trigger eating disorders. Parents should understand the signs of an eating disorder so that it can be caught and treated early on. Who is affected by eating... Read More
40. Breathe Easy: Exercise and Asthma
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May is National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, which also happens to be peak season for those individuals suffering from these ailments. An estimated 17 million people in the United States are afflicted with asthma. The purpose of the month is to raise awareness courtesy of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. Spring allergies are in full bloom from the different allergens that are in the air. Unfortunately, that can bring out the worst in those who suffer from asthma and... Read More
May is National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, which also happens to be peak season for those individuals suffering from these ailments. An estimated 17 million people in the United States are afflicted with asthma. The purpose of the month is to raise awareness courtesy of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. Spring allergies are in full bloom from the different allergens that are in the air. Unfortunately, that can bring out the worst in those who suffer from asthma and... Read More
