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U is for Uniforms

by Heather Long

30 Jul 2007 08:45 AM

Yes, I know, uniform is stretching it where fitness is concerned, but I have a fitness uniform that I wear and I think many people do. Your uniform doesn't have to have a name tag or a specific color scheme, but it does need to put you in the right mindset for your fitness routine.

T is for Total Body Workout

by Heather Long

26 Jul 2007 05:54 AM

Your body is a fantastic machine. Seriously, have you ever paused to consider all the things that your body can do? It's self-repairing. It has its own personal army to protect you from infection. It metabolizes most forms of food and it can strip mine itself for nutrients when it is necessary.

S is for Sit -Ups

by Heather Long

25 Jul 2007 09:29 AM

When you do a sit-up you are performing a strength training exercise. A standard sit up begins with you lying on your back, knees bent at a 45 degree angle and your hands behind your head.

R is for Running

by Heather Long

24 Jul 2007 11:07 AM

In How to Get Started ... Running we discussed the facts about running: It is an exercise you can take anywhere You do not need a lot of special equipment to run You can run outdoors You can run indoors Running is a cardiovascular sport that boosts your metabolism, strengthens your ...

Q is for Questions

by Heather Long

23 Jul 2007 09:31 AM

Fitness questions are something we all have, whether you are asking about how to do an exercise or how to get into shape or how many exercises to do. Questions are a great way to teach and to learn.

P is for Playtime

by Heather Long

20 Jul 2007 07:05 AM

Do you get enough play time in your routines? We talked about over training yesterday and the danger that poses to your health and overall fitness, today let's talk about play time.

O is for Over Training

by Heather Long

19 Jul 2007 05:35 AM

I've posted warnings about over training before. I've made suggestions and recommended rest. I've said that over training is bad for you and can have negative side effects, but let's talk about what over training is.

N is for Nutrition

by Heather Long

18 Jul 2007 05:21 AM

You hear about nutrition all the time whether it's in some commercial on television promoting the value of cereal, milk or snacks. Food companies want you to buy their food, so they'll do whatever they can to label it what will make it sell.

M is for Muscles

by Heather Long

17 Jul 2007 05:04 AM

Your body has three different types of muscles. It's important to understand a little about your own physiology when it comes to exercising properly and building a fitness program. The first type of muscle is called skeletal muscle or voluntary muscles.

K is for Kicks

by Heather Long

15 Jul 2007 06:28 AM

Why kick boxing? Isn't that a sport where people beat each other up? Well, yes - but in fitness, kick boxing has become the all the rage. It's a great way to build your flexibility, increase your stamina and strength train while at the same time enjoying your favorite dance music.



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