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Have you just started a fitness program? Or perhaps you are in it for years already? Either way, you should know that avoid injuries is quite important. That is because it can help you maintain and reach your fitness goals. As you can see, people tend to become more vulnerable to injuries when they get older. It is not rocket science really. It is just that the human body is less agile during this state. Keep in mind, too, that Recovery from injury also tends to slow with age. In other words, it can take a serious amount of time for you to recover even from a minor injury. So, as much as possible, you need to find a way to prevent injuries from happening. Here...

Kettlebell Workouts for Beginners

It wasn’t long ago that kettlebells were practically unknown, and nobody knew anything about how to train with them. These days you can find kettlebells at almost any gym in the world, and they have become an incredibly popular tool for fitness. One could argue people still don’t know how to train with kettlebells though, which is why this series of articles exist: to eliminate the mystery around how to safely and effectively start training with kettlebells. The kettlebell may seem intimidating at first glance, especially for the beginner or novice. After all, a kettlebell is basically a cannonball welded onto a thick handle that you swing around your body in a ballistic manner; it’s natural to have a bit of fear! Learning how to use a...

8 Benefits of cycling: Why cycle for exercise?

Most of us were taught how to ride a bicycle when we were children. While some of us still use it as a daily means of transportation, others seem to have completely forgotten all the good times and adventures it gave them. Therefore, we are here to remind you that cycling has plenty of benefits for both you and Mother Nature, and here are just some of them. Low impact Along with swimming and hiking, cycling is a low-impact type of workout. These kinds of exercises don’t put a lot of stress on your knees, hips, and ankles but they increase your stamina. This is an amazing way to get in shape while the risk of getting hurt is very small. Riding a bicycle is great for...

Elliptical Hacks That Can Help You Shed More Pounds Faster Than the Norm

In this article, you'll learn and discover elliptical hacks that can help you shed more pounds faster than the norm. Ways to Lose Weight Faster On Elliptical In order to lose weight, you need to ensure that you burn more calories than you consume on a daily basis. That calorie deficit you create will result in weight loss. One way to achieve your goal is to limit the number of calories you consume each day. However, the problem is that you cannot go very low here because you need some calories to ensure that your body keeps functioning in a healthy way. Therefore, you have to think of burning calories in the gym through physical activities, and one great option is to opt for an elliptical trainer. You can...

10 Must Do Exercises This Season

By Nicole Infante Summer is officially over and Fall has begun! Don't let the colder weather get in the way of your workouts. These 10 workouts are great for building strength and working the whole body. Don't have a gym membership No problem, do these exercises in the comfort of your own home! Overhead Press This exercise mainly focuses on shoulders but also is focused on our core. Without a strong core, we are more prone to injury and backaches/pain. Tricep Overhead Extension Focuses on the muscle in the back of our arms, also called triceps. The triceps are made up of three muscles so always do at least one more exercise when lifting biceps (front of the arm) and triceps. Tricep Kickbacks Another exercise that focuses on the back of...

7 Exercises To Get Your Body in Shape

Walking: You can walk anywhere, anytime, either on a treadmill or with no equipment other than a good pair of shoes. How to: Beginners should start by walking five to 10 minutes at ...

6 Exercises You’re Doing Wrong And How To Fix It

You can work out all you want, but if you’re not using the right form, you may not see the results you want — and you may even put yourself at risk for injury. Even some of the most common exercises are all too easy to do wrong. Fortunately, there are simple fixes that will have you on your way of getting fit the right way, to avoid unnecessary muscle injuries and muscle soreness. It just also may save you a trip to the doctor or a massage therapist. Check out six commonly flubbed exercise moves and learn how to fix your form. Forearm plank Not only is this is a highly effective core exercise, but you also can do it just about anywhere — no equipment necessary. Common mistakes: ...

How Exercise and Weight Training Can Help Slow The Aging Process

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Whether we like it or not, aging is a natural part of our life cycle as human beings. However, there are a number of influences that can have an impact on how quickly we age. Many people already know that factors like food and healthy (or unhealthy) habits can have an impact on how they age, but what they don't realize is that exercise also plays a significant role. In this article, you'll learn and discover how exercise and weight training can help slow the aging process. In fact, with regular weight training and other fitness efforts, individuals can not only access the best weight loss programs around, but they can also reverse the aging process, making sure they live happier, healthier, and longer lives. Combine your...

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How to Prevent Injury When Exercising

Whether you have been a regular at the gym for many years, or you have recently started working out, it is important that you take care of your body to prevent injury or overuse of the muscles. It can be especially important if you are starting out on your exercise regime as this is the time when an injury can occur. You are eager to get fit so push yourself a little too hard. However, there are ways that you can prevent yourself from getting injured and still get the workout you want. Learn When to Stop When you're motivated to stay fit and healthy it's easy to push to hard and find you simply train without sufficient rest. This happened to a blogger who recently wrote...