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Exercise Ball

March 25th 2009 04:35
In my continuous quest for exercises I am able to do, I finally decided to try an exercise ball. I must say, this was a good decision! The ball makes many exercises I couldn't do before possible - and much lower impact.

If you decide to get a ball, be sure to check the size - mine is just a bit too big for me. It was supposed to be for people 5' 6" and shorter. I'm only 5' 2", so it's just a little too big. But it works great for most of the exercises.

The warm-up is really easy - you just sit on the ball and bounce for about a minute. Super easy, and kind of fun. (Remember those bouncy ball things with handles when we were kids - I always loved those - if this had a handle, I'd bounce all over the house on it!)


Anyway - after the warm-up, there are several exercises I do each day. It only takes a few minutes, and it's really helping a lot. I have more energy, and I'm burning more calories, and targeting specific areas for toning.

Choosing and Using an Exercise Ball

Core Exercises on the Ball

Free Exercise Ball Workouts

I highly reccommend an exercise ball - especially for people like me, who have physical limitations and trouble with most types of exercise.
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Learn how to Exercise to Stay Young at Any Age – Free Online Presentation

January 2nd 2009 11:11
Learn how to Exercise to Stay Young at Any Age – Free Online Presentation

(OPENPRESS) December 5, 2008 -- Don’t miss this compelling, cutting-edge online presentation: “Exercise to Stay Young at any Age”. It includes information on the best exercise movements and methods for staying young at any age by recognized fitness expert Cody Sipe, PhD. Topics include scientific theories of aging; dispelling myths of aging; the latest research on the effects of exercise on the aging process; descriptions and demonstrations of effective exercise movements; and tips for exercising safely.


The information is intended to be applicable to adults of all ages and physical abilities and can be put to use immediately. By the end of this presentation you will be able to create exercise programs that will keep you younger, healthier and feeling your best!

Cody Sipe, Ph.D, is an assistant professor at UNC-Greensboro, North Carolina and the Program Coordinator and an instructor for the Online Professional Certificate in Personal Training and Group Exercise Training for Older Adults Program. He has a diverse background in the fitness industry including training and management in medically-based fitness, for-profit, not-for-profit and educational facilities. His primary areas of expertise are in fitness for older adults and in the prevention and management of chronic disease conditions. He regularly presents at national and international conferences and writes for a variety of publications. Cody was awarded the 2005 IDEA Program Director of the Year and the 2003 Midwest ACSM Clinical Exercise Professional of the Year. He serves as a contributing editor for IDEA and as a Committee Member for ACSM’s Strategic Health Initiative on Aging and Exercise Science.

If you would like to Join this Free Online Session, visit www.efslibrary.net, and go to the “Free Presentations” Tab. The “Exercise to Stay Young at any Age” Session begins at 8pm (EST) on January 5, 2009. If you have any questions feel free to contact them.

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New Dance Exercise DVDs Helping America Burn Stubborn Body Fat

January 1st 2009 14:17
(OPENPRESS) -- The DanceX dance exercise DVDs are low impact and easy to follow. They are part dance, part aerobics and completely fun and not to mention a total body workout. They feature the creator Kenn Kihiu a well known consumer health and fitness expert who has a dazzling smile and is choke-full of encouragement, and contagious enthusiasm.

Available from http://www.danceXfitness.com the dance moves featured in DanceX are refreshingly fun and easy to follow with very different exercise routines you are not likely to find in other dance exercise DVDs. The music is a blend of genres from all around the world like Disco, Latin dance, 50's, Bhangra, Africa, Brazilian Samba, Irish Dance, Classical Dance and has been described as a "musical time warp crossing decades"

"Every muscle in your body is worked" says Dee Wilson from Dietivity.com "this dance exercise DVD leaves me inspired and energized for the rest of the week" another DanceXer Marie Scott agrees and says that "It's such a great way to start the day" Another workout enthusiast Rhonda Floyd says, "It's perfect for anyone who loves to dance. The DVD has awesome music and the workout is easy to follow and fun. Kenn Kihiu is so positive and very inspiring!"

DanceX is not only popular in the US but is growing in popularity in Europe and around the world. Pamela Salvatora from Italy has noticed quick results and after using it for a few weeks she has lost about 5 kilos (equivalent to 11 pounds) of stubborn body fat.

The dance exercise DVDs are low impact and designed to improve aerobic capacity, muscle endurance and strengthen the core, while burning serious calories. The true genius of DanceX is how much fun it is and the simplicity of the ease with which you can easily it. During the simple to follow cardio based exercise workout Kenn offers very helpful instruction by calling out the moves in advance so there is no memorization involved, just you moving your body and loving it. To learn more about Kenn's danceX fitness workout visit http://www.dancexfitness.com
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Carpal Tunnel Exercises

January 1st 2009 10:47
While not really falling into the category of "weight loss" I have found that I need exercises for carpal tunnel syndrome. I first had this problem during my pregnancies. My hands would go numb - all pins and needles - especially during the night while I slept. I'd have a hard time each morning doing anything that involved my hands - typing, holding a pen or pencil, etc. Always, the problem went away after delivery. Now - at nearly full-term pregnancy weight, I am experiencing the problem again. I'm hopeful that as I lose the weight, the problem will go away, I am also finding that it is much more bothersome than it was in my younger years.

While the condition still occurs mostly at night and first thing in the morning, I have also found that it sometimes creeps up during the day. Especially when I spend extra time driving or typing. Luckily, however, I have found some good exercises that help


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More Easy Exercises

November 6th 2008 11:22
In my quest for easy - low impact exercises I can fit into my daily routine, I found this website with some fun ideas for exercise.

The list includes such things as parking in the farthest spot when running errands, walking the dog, and working in the garden


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Easy Exercise

November 6th 2008 01:20
Due to problems with my legs, I have a hard time finding exercises that I can do. Therefore, I set out (on the web) in search of easy exercises - because I KNOW I have to exercise more.

I found several websites that have easy exercises, but one in particular I found rather useful: Easy Exercise Tips from Sunkist.
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Diabetes - I knew it was coming

August 10th 2008 19:49
As I've mentioned in previous posts, type II diabetes runs in my family. I knew it would happen, I have had all the signs - and I've never eaten as I knew I should, to prevent it.

While on vacation last month, I had some problems that I thought were due to poor circulation. They turned out to be caused by a B12 deficiency, but in the process of finding out the cause of that problem, I was diagnosed diabetic. It was caught early - before my glucose levels were out of control. (I guess I do eat better than I thought I did - but now I'm eating better


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New Motivation

July 19th 2008 05:40
Though I've been posting here about dieting tips, etc. I really haven't been taking my own advice. After my recent short-but-sweet family vacation, I'm newly motivated.

By standard ideal weights, I'm about 100 pounds overweight. Even so, I've been generally healthy. I recently found out that I'm not quite as healthy as I'd thought


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DIABETES and Eating Right

June 14th 2008 04:45
I have a couple of friends who are diabetic. My husband is diabetic. My father is diabetic. My aunt (mother's sister) is diabetic. My mother-in-law and my father-in-law are both diabetic. My kids are doomed! (Come to think of it, I probably am as well.)

Knowing so many diabetics and being so likely to become diabetic myself, I have been doing a lot of reading about how to eat right to PREVENT diabetes. Of all the diabetics I know, my father is the only one who really does what he needs to do. He eats a healthy diet. He checks his blood glucose levels daily. He walks and exercises daily. These are all lifestyle changes he made to keep the disease from causing further problems


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Weight Loss Goals Get Help at Web Site for Seniors Over 50 to Fight Obesity

March 26th 2008 14:17
(OPENPRESS) Mar. 14, 2008 - Bloomfield, MI – There are more than 72 million obese adults, according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), and most of them struggle to stick to their goals and resolutions to lose weight.

Unfortunately, most new year resolutions are broken within a very short time, according to reports. Many adults over 50 are turning to a health and wellness web site designed just for them to get the help they need to achieve their health goals for the new year


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The Body Mechanic Launches Fitness E-Book

February 28th 2008 23:19
“I am pleased to offer The Secrets of Fitness Running,” said Wooten. “Running is one of the best ways to improve overall health. This e-book gives readers the training and knowledge they need to achieve maximum results through fitness running.”

Raleigh, NC (OPENPRESS) February 26, 2008 -- Jeff Wooten, The Body Mechanic (www.yourbodymechanic.com), has announced a new e-book titled The Secrets of Fitness Running. In this e-book, Wooten discusses a step-by-step process that can take readers from being non-runners to exceptionally strong runners. These are the same techniques that Wooten uses to train his private clients. Wooten teaches readers keys to becoming a successful runner, including how to build a fitness running foundation, breathing techniques to maximize your effort and how to increase speed with less effort. For more information about The Secrets of Fitness Running, please call (919) 606-2149 or visit www.dynamicpowerbreathing.com


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Losing Weight the Healthy Way

February 27th 2008 18:12
The thing is, I KNOW the right way to eat and lose weight. The problem is, I DON'T follow my own advice!

I've struggled with weight most of my life - ALL of my adult life. I was "chubby" when I was a pre-teen, dieted (not in a healthy way) when I was a teenager, and have been fat since I got married and had babies. Now, I'm not just fat, I'm OBESE! I currently weigh 210 pounds. This is how much I weighed at full term pregnancy, and it was too much even then! (and since my youngest is now 12, I have no excuse!) I'm only 5'3" tall - so I should weigh about 125-135 pounds (depending on the chart I'm looking at


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Institute of Lifestyle & Weight Loss Management Voted Best Health Club Best Nutritionist

February 2nd 2008 04:21
(OPENPRESS) July 18, 2007 -- Voters in the 2007 Best of Citysearch voting competition recognized The Institute of Lifestyle & Weight Management (ILWM) as the Best Health Club and Best Nutritionist in the Triangle area. The Triangle is made up of the cities of Raleigh, Cary, Durham, and Chapel Hill.

Citysearch, a leading online local guide and search directory, holds the “Best Of Citysearch” contest annually and the winners are picked based on user votes and editor picks in hundreds of different categories. Best Health Club and Best Nutritionist are very competitive categories and winning both awards is a highly recognizable honor for ILWM


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Who Will Become The Fittest Mama?

February 1st 2008 04:19
Moms Are Challenged to Get into the Best Shape of Their Lives

Oreland, PA (OPENPRESS) December 12, 2007 -- One Fit Mama™ is excited to announce the arrival of its first annual ‘Fittest Mama Challenge’. Mothers in the Greater Philadelphia area will have the opportunity to participate in a 12-week intensive fitness and diet competition, get in the best shape of their life, and compete against other Mommies for fantastic prizes and rewards. Beginning Monday, January 7, 2008, Moms will engage in extensive body composition analysis and bi-weekly life-coaching workshops in areas such as nutrition, fitness, building strong families, and more! Individual and team rewards will be given at various stages, and the top three competitors will be revealed at a Moms Night Out Party at Trimesters Boutique, in Ambler, PA, on April 16, 2008! Moms can find out more information and register by visiting www.onefitmama.com


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Pilates For The New Year

January 22nd 2008 00:12
December 18, 2007 -- Pioneered by Joseph Pilates almost a century ago, the Pilates discipline of body conditioning is a uniquely precise exercise designed to lengthen and strengthen muscles and improve posture without stressing the joints.

“Pilates is actually one of the safest forms of exercise, causing less stress on joints and muscles than aerobic activity such as jogging,” said Daren Fletcher, founder of Posture Dynamics. “It is an activity I recommend to my clients as it can help with specific injuries and is a great de-stresser


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Chicken & Dumplings - without the Chicken!

January 9th 2008 03:00
Vegetarian Meals

As I stated in a previous post, my daughter has decided not to eat meat. I hesitate to call her a vegetarian, because she really doesn't like vegetables much. I'm trying, therefore, to find foods she likes, that don't contain meat


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Vegetarian - who doesn't like vegetables

January 8th 2008 02:49
My daughter (she's 12) has decided to become a vegetarian. The problem is, she doesn't like vegetables!

Her reason for this decision is the cruel treatment of animals raised for food. She opposes chickens being kept in small cages, and "tricked" into laying eggs more frequently than they would naturally. She also opposes cows being kept pregnant to produce milk (though she hasn't completely given up milk or cheese yet), and beef cattle kept in small spaces, fed steroids, etc. to produce more meat


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The truth about nutritional panels

October 14th 2006 01:38
Here is some info on nutritional labels to help put you to sleep.

All info was found at Really Long Link I have developed this quick guide


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