Fitness Tips (From Fitness Tip of the Day)
31/8/2009
Regular physical activity reduces the risk for many diseases, helps control weight, and strengthen muscles, bones, and joints.
30/8/2009
Be active. The safest and most effective way to lose weight is to reduce calories and increase physical activity.
29/8/2009
Aim for a healthy weight. People who need to lose weight should do so gradually, at a rate of one-half to two pounds per week.
28/8/2009
Calorie balance is like a scale. To remain in balance and maintain your body weight, the calories consumed (from the food) must be balanced by the calories used (in normal body functions, daily activities, and physical activity).
27/8/2009
Remember to do squats! They strengthen all of the major muscles of the lower body.
26/8/2009
"Eat your fruits and vegetables." Healthy diets rich in fruits and vegetables may reduce the risk of cancer and chronic diseases.
25/9/2009
Lift weights. It is a myth that women who lift weights will get bulky muscles.
24/3/2010
Did you overeat this holiday weekend? Don't feel guilty about it, because it is O. K. to let go every now and then. But, recommit today to eat well and keep exercising.
23/9/2009
Be physically active, at a moderate intensity for at least 30 minutes most days of the week.
22/1/2010
Hang a Food Pyramid chart on your wall to remind you to eat accordingly.
21/1/2010
Don't forget to drink plenty of water! When you are participating in vigorous physical activity, it's important to drink before you feel thirsty.
20/8/2009
Stay motivated! Surround yourself with fitness reminders at home, work, and on the computer.
19/8/2009
At times, you will not feel like exercising. If you're just feeling a little tired or low on energy, go ahead and try to complete your routine. The workout will boost your energy level and your mood.
18/8/2009
Enroll in a class, such as ballroom dancing, yoga, or even in pottery making.
17/8/2009
when you accomplish one of your short-term or long-term goals, make sure that you reward yourself well!
16/8/2009
Identify what you want to accomplish with your health, strength and weight. Set goals to plan for success.
15/8/2009
Want to stay young? Scientific research has shown that exercise can slow the physiological aging clock.
14/8/2009
Strength training is important for cardiac health because the risk of heart disease is lower when the body is leaner.
13/10/2009
Set a target weight for a specific occasion such as a vacation or family reunion.
12/8/2009
Do pushups, situps or other exercises during commercial breaks. Stretch during the show!
11/8/2009
Surround your self with people and things that remind you to live a healthy lifestyle.
10/8/2009
When older adults participate in strength training programs, their self-confidence and self-esteem improve, which has a strong impact on their overall quality of life.
9/9/2009
Eat breakfast so that you don't pig out later on.
8/9/2009
People who exercise regularly enjoy improved sleep quality. They fall asleep more quickly, sleep more deeply, awaken less often, and sleep longer.
7/8/2009
Join a sporting team with your friends.
6/8/2009
Who ever said physical activity is all work and no play? Participate in physical activities you enjoy!
5/8/2009
"Ultimately, I am what I choose to be; my self-esteem follows the same path."- Anonymous
4/8/2009
The key to making your muscles stronger is working them against resistance, whether that be from weights or gravity. If you want to gain muscle strength, try exercises such as lifting weight or rapidly taking the stairs.
3/8/2009
To improve your muscle endurance, try cardiorespiratory activities such as walking, jogging, bicycling or dancing.
2/8/2009
Good flexibility in the joints can help prevent injuries through all stages of life. If you want to improve your flexibility, try activities that lengthen the muscles such as swimming or basic stretching.
1/8/2009
"Physical fitness is not only one of the most important keys to a healthy body, it is the basic of dynamic and creative intellectual activity." John F. Kennedy
Regular physical activity reduces the risk for many diseases, helps control weight, and strengthen muscles, bones, and joints.
30/8/2009
Be active. The safest and most effective way to lose weight is to reduce calories and increase physical activity.
29/8/2009
Aim for a healthy weight. People who need to lose weight should do so gradually, at a rate of one-half to two pounds per week.
28/8/2009
Calorie balance is like a scale. To remain in balance and maintain your body weight, the calories consumed (from the food) must be balanced by the calories used (in normal body functions, daily activities, and physical activity).
27/8/2009
Remember to do squats! They strengthen all of the major muscles of the lower body.
26/8/2009
"Eat your fruits and vegetables." Healthy diets rich in fruits and vegetables may reduce the risk of cancer and chronic diseases.
25/9/2009
Lift weights. It is a myth that women who lift weights will get bulky muscles.
24/3/2010
Did you overeat this holiday weekend? Don't feel guilty about it, because it is O. K. to let go every now and then. But, recommit today to eat well and keep exercising.
23/9/2009
Be physically active, at a moderate intensity for at least 30 minutes most days of the week.
22/1/2010
Hang a Food Pyramid chart on your wall to remind you to eat accordingly.
21/1/2010
Don't forget to drink plenty of water! When you are participating in vigorous physical activity, it's important to drink before you feel thirsty.
20/8/2009
Stay motivated! Surround yourself with fitness reminders at home, work, and on the computer.
19/8/2009
At times, you will not feel like exercising. If you're just feeling a little tired or low on energy, go ahead and try to complete your routine. The workout will boost your energy level and your mood.
18/8/2009
Enroll in a class, such as ballroom dancing, yoga, or even in pottery making.
17/8/2009
when you accomplish one of your short-term or long-term goals, make sure that you reward yourself well!
16/8/2009
Identify what you want to accomplish with your health, strength and weight. Set goals to plan for success.
15/8/2009
Want to stay young? Scientific research has shown that exercise can slow the physiological aging clock.
14/8/2009
Strength training is important for cardiac health because the risk of heart disease is lower when the body is leaner.
13/10/2009
Set a target weight for a specific occasion such as a vacation or family reunion.
12/8/2009
Do pushups, situps or other exercises during commercial breaks. Stretch during the show!
11/8/2009
Surround your self with people and things that remind you to live a healthy lifestyle.
10/8/2009
When older adults participate in strength training programs, their self-confidence and self-esteem improve, which has a strong impact on their overall quality of life.
9/9/2009
Eat breakfast so that you don't pig out later on.
8/9/2009
People who exercise regularly enjoy improved sleep quality. They fall asleep more quickly, sleep more deeply, awaken less often, and sleep longer.
7/8/2009
Join a sporting team with your friends.
6/8/2009
Who ever said physical activity is all work and no play? Participate in physical activities you enjoy!
5/8/2009
"Ultimately, I am what I choose to be; my self-esteem follows the same path."- Anonymous
4/8/2009
The key to making your muscles stronger is working them against resistance, whether that be from weights or gravity. If you want to gain muscle strength, try exercises such as lifting weight or rapidly taking the stairs.
3/8/2009
To improve your muscle endurance, try cardiorespiratory activities such as walking, jogging, bicycling or dancing.
2/8/2009
Good flexibility in the joints can help prevent injuries through all stages of life. If you want to improve your flexibility, try activities that lengthen the muscles such as swimming or basic stretching.
1/8/2009
"Physical fitness is not only one of the most important keys to a healthy body, it is the basic of dynamic and creative intellectual activity." John F. Kennedy
