Jogging Workout Music
16
June
16
June
yoga for beginners
I’ve just discovered what I believe to be one of the best home-fitness programs around. The program is called Runner’s Yoga and it is a unique yoga training system you can use to keep totally fit … in just 30 minutes a day.
The program has been called a complete mind-body fitness solution, . It provides a simple way to get fit and stay fit without the high impact of aerobics or other exercises. Not only that, but it is also the perfect complement to any other exercise program you may be following.
Runner’s Yoga was originally designed for runners and other athletes and is being used by everyone from Olympic Champions and Coaches, to Marathoners and Martial Artists. But others have discovered that everything it does for top athletes, it will do for you. In fact, it’s the perfect program for anyone looking to improve their health and fitness.
But you don’t need to take my word for it - check out their site runnersyog by clicking here They have testimonials from world-class athletes and working moms alike. Best of all, I’ve just learned that the program is on sale for $67. That’s almost a $40 savings over the regular $105 price tag. I really suggest you take a moment to check it out. Take a look at this video below this is not apart of the package but it is a great video anyway.
Regards,
Vern
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June
23
January
How To Set Fitness Goals & Measure Your Success
By: Shin Ohtake
It’s important to set clear fitness goals and stay committed if you want real results. Here are some tips on how to set your goals and measure your success:
Tip #1: Ask yourself these questions
- What do I want to accomplish?
- When do I want to reach my goal?
- Is my goal realistic?
- What am I willing to do (or give up) to accomplish this goal?
Tip #2: Pick a regular schedule
If you can, schedule a specific time (preferably the same time) each day to workout. This is a great way to make workouts a part of your day, just like going to work or picking up the kids from school. By having a set time everyday to workout, you don’t feel like you have to “squeeze” it in, which often results in not doing it at all.
Tip #3: Sign a contract
Hold yourself accountable by creating a contract. It doesn’t have to be long, but it should include all the specifics of your goal. As with any real contract, leave a space for your signature—and don’t forget to sign on the dotted line!
Tip #4: Workout with a friend
Having a workout buddy is a great way to stay motivated - especially when you’re having an off day. Your friend can keep you in check and you can return the favor. Plus, it’s more fun and you can help each other out.
Tip #5: Always be prepared by having your gym bag with you
Keep your gym bag packed and with you at all times. No more, “…but, I don’t have my stuff with me”, excuses.
Tip #6: Measure your success
- Measure your body. I recommend using measuring tape - not a scale. Measuring tape is a much more accurate reading of your body’s changing shape. Remember, muscle weighs more than fat (and looks much better).
- Track your load progression and work performance. Can you lift more than you did last month? Can you perform more work in the same amount of time?
- Evaluate your energy level. Do your workouts make you feel more energized?
- Ability to perform everyday tasks. Are you finding it easier to do work around the house, chase the kids, or play extra-curricular sports?
Tip #7 : Reward yourself
Commitment isn’t always easy - especially when it comes to fitness and weight loss. Giving yourself something to look forward to is a great motivator to stay on track. So go ahead, treat yourself.
About the Author
Shin Ohtake is the author of the MAX Workouts eBook and creator of the MAX Workouts fitness program. He is widely recognized for his expertise in strength-training and weight-loss. Whether it’s to lose fat, build muscle, or increase performance, Shin has been helping men and women at all different fitness levels transform their bodies and achieve their fitness goals. Download Shin’s free fitness report right here
13
August
Fitness aerobics work out music
As a music radio show host I love music and I know what good music can do for the mind soul and body, my show starts at 3am on Sunday Mornings who wants to get up at that hour on a Sunday, but when I get to the station and start playing that hard driving pulsating music every thing changes between 3 and 7am is what I called my enegry hours. Can you then imagine going for a jogg or maybe a walk or just working out at home with that pulsating music in your ear, that is your Wow! moment just listning to your favorite music and working out at the same time, you will be so motivated each time your doing your fitness Routine,
Music is a great way to energize the body through aerobic workout. If you love music and need to shed a few pounds, a music-fueled aerobic workout plan may be right for you. This is a common mentality; walk into any gym almost infallibly the sounds of the local radio will hit your ears. In addition to the enjoyment of listening to your favorite tunes, the benefits of adding music to your routine include motivation and increased focus. (A hurdle in the striving for a better body is that exercise is quite simply boring. Listening to your favorite tunes takes your focus off the exercise regimen and lets you escape from the monotony of repetitive movements. And with both your mind and body active, you’ll achieve a fuller feeling of accomplishment. You can also increase your drive to exercise with simple conditioning: after repeated music-based workouts your brain will begin to associate the rigor of exercise with the enjoyment of good simple effective music..
It’s no secret that music and movement go together, A good tempo will infuse enthusiasm in your motions, leading to a more involved workout. A well designed music routine stimulates the heart, increases your blood flow and regulates and strengthens your breathing. Music is even said to have an effect on respiration, heart rate, strength and overall performance, though the link is still unclear. A 1952 study found that respiration rate increased at the onset of jazz music, and dropped to normal at the cessation of the music.
Researchers found in a 1977 study that heart rate loosely followed music tempo, gaining a small jump in response to fast music, and moderately declining in response to slow music. There has been surprisingly little research done into the subject of music and exercise, and the findings remain varied and unclear. (There is no one-size-fits-all regarding the best genre to listen to; basically, go with what you like. Choose something with a strong, upbeat tempo, ideally around 120 beats per minute(bpm). Dance music, including jazz, breakbeat and electronica dance Hip Hop , among many, many more, is always a favorite. Or you could purchase an aerobics album. Designed to maximize the benefits of a music-based workout, the songs often include warm-up and cool-down segments and perfect 32 counts. You can get your fitness aerobics workout music right here
13
June
11
June
No- Nonsense Muscle Bulding
According to the “experts” reviewing products in magazines, the latest scam – ah… I mean supplementthe one” that’s going to perform magic on your body. is “
It’s “the one that is designed especially for guys like you. There’s only one problem. This new supplement designed just for you, has the same crap in it that the last supplement had in it.
These “experts” are nothing more than pumped up salesmen. And how do you know when a salesman is lying to you? His lips are moving!
Ask yourself this: Did the last product you were sold deliver what it promised?
I already know the answer. You’re here, aren’t you?
The Truth
Every major fitness magazine is owned and operated by a supplement company. The bulk of their income doesn’t come from magazine subscriptions or newsstand sales, but from the pills and powders they use to pump cash out of your pocket.
Let me repeat that again… The bulk of their money is made by selling you crap!
And here is the kicker…
Supplement companies actually give out false training information on purpose!
Let me be more specific…
The majority of the bodybuilding information written by “the experts” is complete and total nonsense designed to make you fail, so that you’ll continue to rely on their products for results.
Results that will never come! You go get the rest of the story right here come back and watch the video below.
11
June
HOW TO LOOK LIKE A FITNESS MODEL, WITHOUT BEING ONE!
With the baby weight slow to come off after the birth of her second child, Jennifer was not happy about how she looked or felt. Her energy levels were low, and her weight had climbed to almost 200 pounds.
To improve her physical and mental health and become more active with her children, JNL began her own regimen of regular exercise and nutrition. The results were amazing, and less than a year later, she had lost over 70 pounds on her way to being crowned Miss Bikini America!
She’s shared her story with millions on Oprah, and now she’s sharing her new DVD program, Fabulously Fit Moms with women all over the world. Jennifer Nicole Lee has set out on a mission to prove that becoming a mom is just the beginning—moms can still be sexy, fun, and fit—go here to learn what Jennifer Nicole Lee can do for you go watch her on Oprah
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Jennifer Nicole Lee, Ms. Bikini America, Ms. Bikini Universe, and Author of the Finess Model Program™
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January
13
December
Office Excersise
Hi my name is Vernon Findlay none of what is written below is original it is all done by this remarkable lady
I have never seen anything like this before in the form of an exercise, I find it very facinating, so, for those of you that works out in the office you should try this.
if you have trouble staying fit
at work, these office exercises are a great way to keep your body moving right at your desk. The moves here involving stretching and strengthening your body, all within the comfort of your office chair. This
workout doesn’t take the place of traditional strength training, but offers you a way to keep your blood moving if you can’t get away from your desk.
Precautions
See your doctor before trying this workout if you have any injuries, illnesses or other conditions. Make
sure the chair you use is stable. If you have wheels, push it against a wall to make sure it won’t roll away.
Equipment Needed
A chair and a water bottle or light-medium dumbbell.
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| Stretches for Your Wrists and Arms Wrist Stretch: Extend arm in front, palm up and grab the fingers with other hand. Gently pull the fingers towards you to stretch the forearm, holding for 20-30 seconds. Repeat on the other side. Wrist & Forearm: Press hands together in front of chest, elbows bent and parallel to the floor. Gently bend wrists to the right and left for 10 reps. Lower Back Stretch: Sit tall and place the left arm behind left hip. Gently twist to the left, using the right hand to deepen the stretch, holding for 20-30 seconds. Repeat on the other side. |
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| Lower Body Exercises Hip Flexion: Sit tall with the abs in and lift the left foot off the floor a few inches, knee bent. Hold for 2 seconds, lower and repeat for 16 reps. Repeat on the other side. Leg Extension: Sit tall with the abs in and extend the left leg until it’s level with hip, squeezing the quadriceps. Hold for 2 seconds, lower and repeat for 16 reps. Repeat on the other side. Inner Thigh: Place towel, firm water bottle or an empty coffee cup between the knees as you sit up tall with the abs in. Squeeze the bottle or cup, release halfway and squeeze again, completing 16 reps of slow pulses. |
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| Chair Exercises Chair Squat: While sitting, lift up until your hips are just hovering over the chair, arms out for balance. Hold for 2-3 seconds, stand all the way up and repeat for 16 reps. Dips: Make sure chair is stable and place hands next to hips. Move hips in front of chair and bend the elbows, lowering the body until the elbows are at 90 degrees. Push back up and repeat for 16 reps. One-Leg Squat: Make sure the chair is stable and take one foot slightly in front of the other. Use the hands for leverage as you push up into a one-legged squat, hovering just over the chair and keeping the other leg on the floor for balance. Lower and repeat, only coming a few inches off the chair for 12 reps. Repeat on the other side. |
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| Upper Body Exercises Front Raise to Triceps Press: Sit tall with the abs in and hold a full water bottle in the left hand. Lift the bottle up to shoulder level, pause, and then continue lifting all the way up over the head. When the arm is next to the ear, bend the elbow, taking the water bottle behind you and contracting the triceps. Straighten the arm and lower down, repeating for 12 reps on each arm. Bicep Curl: Hold water bottle in right hand and, with abs in and spine straight, curl bottle towards shoulder for 16 reps. Repeat other side. |
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| Ab Exercises Side Bends: Hold a water bottle with both hands and stretch it up over the head, arms straight. Gentley bend towards the left as far as you can, contracting the abs. Come back to center and repeat to the right. Complete 10 reps (bending to the right and left is one rep). Ab Twists: Hold the water bottle at chest level and, keeping the knees and hips forward, gently twist to the left as far as you comfortably can, feeling the abs contract. Twist back to center and move to the left for a total of 10 reps. Don’t force it or you may end up with a back injury. |
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Paige Waehner
Exercise Guide
