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Keep Up The Routine
It is pretty safe to say that most people have yo-yo exercised. You know what I mean, right? You have some kind of event coming up where you want to be in shape and look good or it is a new year and you want to attempt to create a new body, but after a certain time or the event has passed you go right back into your typical lackadaisical ways. Sometimes you might not even reach your goal and yet you quit working out and exercising to get there because you get frustrated. Then a few months l
Sleep Better Tonight
For some people dozing off into a nice eight hour slumber is super easy. They will sleep through the night with no distractions and nothing causing them to stir. Then there are people like me who have a hard time unwinding and hitting the sack. Waking up to use the bathroom or because of a slight noise is a nightly occurrence and nothing seems to work to get me back to sleep. Recently I realized that I was just trying one tip a night and that if I were doing all that I should, then I would p
A Look At My Fitness Pal
If you asked most people why they struggle with losing weight and eating healthy, many would respond by saying that they do not have the proper tools or knowledge to get started. In the past I would recommend that people track everything they eat. On top of keeping track of food, making note of workouts is also important. These daily food journals and workout logs would overwhelm many people though. It was just something else to keep up with. Now there is a new way to keep track of both you
Migraine with Aura
The first time I had an ocular migraine, it terrified me. I didn't know about them, and began having symptoms rather suddenly. The main symptom of an ocular migraine is a "squiggly lights in your field of vision" experience. You first see a small, enlarging blind spot called a scotoma in your main vision accompanied by bright, flashing or flickering lights known as scintillations. There may also be wavy or zig-zag lines surrounding the blind spot, which is what I have. The blind spot typically
Take a Stand
My health is very important to me. I like the fact that I make sure that I have the time and give the effort to eating healthy, exercising regularly, and doing other things like yearly physicals to make certain that I am in the best shape that I can be. Recently though I found out that my job is causing me serious harm. Why? Because I sit for the majority of my day in one spot. It is obvious that sitting is not the best for your body or health, especially compared to standing, but who knew
Average American Runner
Running is a healthy way to improve cardiovascular function, increase your stamina, and strengthen your heart and other muscles. When practiced correctly, the risk of injuries due to stress fractures and muscle strains or sprains is very low, and the benefits nearly always outweigh any small risks. Running is also an inexpensive exercise to take part in, requiring only a good pair of well-fitting running shoes and a pedometer to get started. What do all these running enthusiasts have in co
Interval Training in Ten Minutes
Some people dread dragging themselves to the gym, whether early in the morning before the sun rises or late at night after a mind numbing day at the office. Making time for your workouts, especially if you have a busy and complicated life that involves juggling your career, family, and friends, can truly be next to impossible. But what if someone told you that you could benefit from working out as a 10 minute trainer, or taking up basic interval training that allows you to condense more worko
Easy Home Exercises
Everyone has dreams of becoming healthier and maybe even dropping a few pounds, but it is pretty impossible to find the time day in and day out to make it to the gym and get a solid workout accomplished. Some days it is not even possible to get in a full workout no matter what you do. The fact is that you know you will feel better if you get in a workout and your body will be happier and fitter too. So, what I do when I have those crazy days when I cannot make it to the gym and feel like I ha
Run Better and Relax
There is nothing that relieves more stress in my opinion than hitting the open road with me a bottle of cold water and my running shoes. I love that when I am out running my mind can be clear and free from all of the thoughts that seem to nag at me and weigh in my mind throughout the entirety of a day. When I am running there is not much that I really think about other than my breathing, so it is a great relaxation method for me. With that said, I have a friend who has the opposite problem th
Richard Simmons, Role Model?
I have quite a few role models when it comes to being a healthy person and exercising regularly. Honestly, I think it is far too difficult for people to keep on working toward a health or fitness goal when they do not have inspiration or role models to look up to. Some of my role models include Lance Armstrong, Rodney Yee, and Serena Williams. I do have one role model that only one of my closest friends knows about, but I guess it's time to spill the beans...I look up to Richard Simmons. I k
Injury Free Running
It Starts With Shoes When running there is always that possibility of an injury occurring. Sometimes these injuries can change your running and training forever, so you definitely want to be sure that you are preparing every time you set out for a run to avoid an injury at all costs. One really great way to help in the prevention of injuries is to ensure that you have the proper shoes for your needs and body. Running shoes are primarily split into three different types: neutral, stability,
Create Good Habits
Why is it that bad habits are just far easier than good habits. Quitting the bad things is also harder than creating good habits, and so often I feel like I am on a see-saw. One day I feel like I have done really good and the next day I fall right off the wagon. There are some habits that I just quit, no problem. Like smoking, I gave that right up. I wasn't a heavy smoker, but occasionally I would have a cigarette, maybe that's why it was easier for me. But there are things like not exerci
Dangerous Heat
As someone who is extremely dedicated to staying physically fit and working a long run into my schedule every day, I find myself dreading the scorching summer months when just standing outside provokes an uncomfortable sweat. After running for about 15 minutes I can already feel my muscles tiring in the 90 degree weather and no amount of cool water seems to be able to help. It’s at times like these when I tend to wonder how professional athletes and runners manage to train and withstand such h

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Injury Free Running

It Starts With Shoes

When running there is always that possibility of an injury occurring. Sometimes these injuries can change your running and training forever, so you definitely want to be sure that you are preparing every time you set out for a run to avoid an injury at all costs. One really great way to help in the prevention of injuries is to ensure that you have the proper shoes for your needs and body. Running shoes are primarily split into three different types: neutral, stability, and motion control. This will give you some tips on finding the shoes best for you and the types that I recommend and some of my marathon running friends recommend too.

August 15, 2011 Leave a comment running shoes Featured, Running

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Aug

Create Good Habits

Why is it that bad habits are just far easier than good habits. Quitting the bad things is also harder than creating good habits, and so often I feel like I am on a see-saw. One day I feel like I have done really good and the next day I fall right off the wagon. There are some habits that I just quit, no problem.

August 15, 2011 Leave a comment good habits, healthy, planning Featured, Lifestyle Habits

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Aug

Dangerous Heat

As someone who is extremely dedicated to staying physically fit and working a long run into my schedule every day, I find myself dreading the scorching summer months when just standing outside provokes an uncomfortable sweat. After running for about 15 minutes I can already feel my muscles tiring in the 90 degree weather and no amount of cool water seems to be able to help. It’s at times like these when I tend to wonder how professional athletes and runners manage to train and withstand such heat during marathons or triathlons without dealing with the threat of a heatstroke.

August 15, 2011 Leave a comment exercise, outdoors, running Featured, Running

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