There are many reasons you might be looking to lose weight; perhaps you’re looking to overcome years of obesity or maybe you’re just looking to tone up in time to look good for beach weather. Whatever the reason is for your current goal, it’s important to keep a positive mindset in order to stay motivated…
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Yoga is a powerful vehicle for change. As we build strength, we start to believe in our own potential. Yoga is not just hippies anymore, it has broken through the mainstream and became a fantastic lifestyle for those that choose to practice it regularly, as someone who enjoys yoga. It is not just for stretching…
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Some women love pregnancy, while for others, those nine months can’t pass quickly enough. No matter which camp you fall into, there’s no denying that pregnancy takes a physical and mental toll on every soon-to-be mom. Luckily, moms today are more aware than ever of the options they have to maintain a healthy physical and…
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While bodybuilding equipment, training, and nutrition have kept pace with the high-tech times we live in, the mental approach to the sport has stayed relatively unchanged since World War II. Yet more attention has been given to psychological processes involved in the sport since that time. And with the fall of the Iron Curtain, the…
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Free-Form Amino Acids vs. Di- & Tripeptides Some research suggests that purified di- and tripeptide fragments are absorbed more quickly than free-form (single, unlinked) amino acids. Though di- and tripeptides are simply two and three amino-acid molecules bound together, respectively, they’re extremely expensive and not readily available to consumers. Yet pure free-form amino acids are…
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Being healthy and happy is one of the top priorities for most Americans. Did you know that location matters? Some areas of the country are healthier than others. Some cities excel more than others in healthy eating options and more green space for outside activities. In addition, affordable healthcare is a top priority for its…
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It is always good to use general detoxing methods to keep your body as free from contaminants as possible. However, there are times when you may need to use a detox that targets a specific part of your body in order to really combat chemicals or unwanted buildup. If you are in need of this…
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During a recent whitewater rafting trip, I slipped over the edge of my group’s raft and tumbled down a small rapid―not uncommon, but still a bit frightening. Luckily, the water just past the rapid was calm, and my P.F.D. held me afloat until my guide could reach me. Before whitewater trips, guides instruct rafters not to swim…
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It’s been a long day and you just want to go home and have a relaxing work out before laying down for bed. Wouldn’t it be great if it was that simple? One of the key factors that hold people back from exercising is the inevitable fact that they will have sore muscles afterward. People…
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Autumn has a way of making us feel invincible; the crisp air makes our lungs feel energized, roasted vegetables suddenly become delicious and the holiday spirit begins to draw us in. This season can be a great motivation for eating well and being active as well. That is until you come down with a bad…
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