We get over-stressed now and then. It’s a natural response under certain conditions. We need to be concern when our stress is getting out of hand and interfering with our lifestyle. What problems can too much stress cause? High Blood Pressure · Colds and the Flu · Allergies · Diabetes · Damage Relationships · General Bad […]

Looking after your feelings and emotions is as important as taking care of your body. Most of us take care of our physical health far better than our feelings. Stress is a normal reaction to what is happening in your life, and it can be caused by good, as well as bad events. A little […]

Strength training dominates most athletes’ fitness and conditioning programs through out the year. In particular, volleyball players are well-known to have one of the highest levels of strength training dedication. These elite athletes realize the benefits of a proper periodized strength training program. Volleyball pushes players to the extreme. Each athlete is expected to excel […]

If you’re feeling like everything is getting on top of you, or you’re finding it difficult to cope or function, or you’re feeling down in the dumps, then try these 5 easy-to-do tips to relieve tension and stress and boost your spirits: 1. Take a relaxing bath. Add music, candles and a glass of your […]

The type of stroke that results when a blood clot travels to the brain — called an ischemic stroke — is more likely to occur on days when the air contains a larger concentration of particulate matter, according to a study published online in Stroke: Journal of the American Heart Association. Researchers at Beth Israel […]

Softball is a popular sport these days. Corporations, adult leagues and inner-city competitions are fueling the demand for skilled and competitive players. While softball may be experiencing a surge of interest, the basic techniques to improve your game and gain a competitive edge have remained the same. Many do not realize that basic softball movements […]

With the hectic life that most people lead in today’s world, reducing stress has become a vital skill. With work stress, school stress, family stress, teen stress, parent stress, and a whole host of other kinds of stress continually knocking on the door, it has become vital to manage stress in order to keep up […]

Quantity may beat quality when it comes to exercise and heart health. Adults who engage in mild exercise — such as walking briskly for 12 miles or exercising moderately for 125-200 minutes over the course of a week — can improve their aerobic fitness significantly and reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease, according to a […]

Relaxation techniques for stress management. There are three main types of relaxation techniques you can practice when you feel upset and stressed out. If you practice them regularly, they will become part of your lifestyle and you may find yourself habitually more relaxed as a result. This article contains a breathing relaxation technique and an […]

For those who are familiar with stress, there is a distinct difference between regular stress and acute stress. While regular stress is a part of daily life in the hectic world of today, acute stress is an altogether different animal. While stress is certainly a problem, considering that it can cause a weakening of the […]

Hippocrates once said, "That which is used develops, and that which is not used wastes away." I like to believe that he is talking about strength training and its affect on osteoporosis. Strength training can be defined as any activity that places a heavier load on the muscles than it is typically used to. Osteoporosis […]

Like sushi, Sumo, and Hello Kitty, the idea of walking 10,000 steps per day is “made in Japan.” It originated with Japanese researchers, most notably a Dr. Yoshiro Hatano, who wanted to determine the calorie burn resulting from brisk walking. He then wanted to take that research and try to stem the rising tide of […]

WHAT ARE THE MAINTENANCE AND RELAPSE STAGES?
In the maintenance stage, you’ve been exercising regularly for long enough that it’s become a habit. You’ve created a routine that works for you, and (if you’re doing it right), you’ve started seeing the benefits you originally wanted in your life. There are still a few traps that can […]

THE NEXT STAGE: ACTION The next stage of Prochaska’s Transtheoretical model - ‘Action’ - kicks in once you’ve started taking (you guessed it) action. If you’re in this stage, you’re ready to make changes – and now. In the Action stage, you know where you want to be, how you’ll get there, and you’ve started […]

The number one way for obese people to lose fat is the exact same for those that are only 20 pounds overweight. Strength training is the best way to cut through fat and burn through calories. There’s no difference between strength training for the obese and strength training for everyone else.
When we strength train, we […]