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<description><![CDATA[Kaleena is a personal fitness trainer and exercise enthusiast since she lost 50 lbs using only basic home exercises and outdoor activities.  Her fitness blog specializes in fitness, nutrition, motiation, workouts, tips and more.  Feel free to comment on my articles and subscribe to Kalisthenix Fitness Blog.]]></description>
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<title>How to Prepare Nutritional Meals When You Are Busy</title>
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<description><![CDATA[One of the most common obstacles in the way of eating healthy meals, is not having the time to fuss over recipes in the kitchen. After a long day many people are starving and don't want to spend the extra hour chopping vegetables, and allowing the time for grains to cook. It's completely understandable, and while I cannot offer a suggestion quicker than fast food (really, who can compete with 30 seconds!) these tips are a compromise between eating gourmet every night, and eating junk food.]]></description>
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<title>Five Steps Toward A Fantastic Physique</title>
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<description><![CDATA[The first question you should ask yourself is, "Do I want to lose weight, or build muscle?" It's best to focus on just one at a time. You will gain muscle on a weight loss program and vice versa, but depending on your ultimate goal, factors such as food consumption, time spent in the gym, and workout intensity will change based on the goal. Training for both at the same time will give results, but nearly as quickly or efficiently as focusing in on one.]]></description>
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<title>It's A Bird, It's A Plane, No It's Superfoods!</title>
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<description><![CDATA[These superfoods have amazing health benefits. Best of all, they are all easily accessible, relatively inexpensive, and very easy to prepare. TEN TOP SUPERFOODS: 1. Berries. Blueberries especially, are packed with antioxidants. They prevent all kinds of disease and are known for creating age-defying skin. They have high amounts of vitamin C, E and B, and a ton of minerals.]]></description>
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<title>Avoid Overdeveloped Mirror Muscles</title>
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<description><![CDATA[The muscles of the front body: the chest, biceps, abs and quads, become overdeveloped. Especially in comparison to the neglected back body muscles: the upper back, triceps, lower back and hamstrings. The front body muscles, or "the mirror muscles," are trained more frequently. It could be because they're the muscles we can see in the mirror the most. The back of the body muscles are also more challenging to train. The exercises can be a little boring. They're just not as fun as bicep curls and bench press! Without equipment, especially for the lats, you need to be creative!]]></description>
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<title>Healthy Herbs for Wellness</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Since ancient times herbs have been used to enhance taste, cure illness, and combat stress. They can be used in food, teas, and topically. Herbs are nature's supplement and they look very pretty growing on display in the kitchen window! Healthy Herbs and their Healing Properties]]></description>
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<title>Avoid Overdeveloped Mirror Muscles for Body Balance</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Fortunately, out of all the back of the body muscle groups, the triceps are trained more regularly than the rest. Sure, the biceps may get more attention, but anyone who has been concerned over back of the arm being flab, or just having nicely toned arms in general, will have trained their triceps. The triceps are also not only easy to train with exercises such as dips, (body weight) overhead extension, and skull crushers but also tend to show results really quickly!]]></description>
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<title>Five Fantastic Fitness Classes To Try At Least Once</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Classes whether at a gym or studio, are a great motivator to keep your workouts consistent. Classes will push you farther than you would go on your own, and are an inexpensive alternative or supplement, to your personal training sessions.]]></description>
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<title>Variations on Tried and True Weight Loss Favorites</title>
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<description><![CDATA[The most common exercises that have been used in strength training regimens for decades, have stuck around because they're effective! Of course, performing the same exercises becomes not only stale, but they lose their effectiveness as the body adapts. The classic exercises: bicep curl, push ups, dips, and squats can be modified to liven up the workout, utilize more muscle groups, and raise the heart rate for more fat burning potential.]]></description>
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<title>Get Off The Floor! Benefits Of &quot;Crunchless&quot; Abs Training</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Crunches ARE very effective for abdominal training and toning BUT there are great reasons to train your core off the ground! Five Benefits of "Crunchless" Abdominal Training...]]></description>
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<title>Power Training Is Not Just for Strongmen Competitions</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 14 Feb 2011 14:26:08 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When I used to picture training for power, I imagined pulling a car down the street or lifting big tires for a strongman competition. You know, where the guys are built like barns, and they push, pull and carry unbelievable amounts of weight. Well, I want to be strong but I don't need to be THAT strong! Fortunately, that's not power training at all! Power training isn't the amount you are lifting, it's how fast you're moving the weight. You can power train big (like explosively pushing a car) or with no weight at all by simply using the weight of your own body.]]></description>
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<title>Reducing Carbohydrates for Weight Loss</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2011 16:12:43 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Carbohydrates are sugars and when they are not burned by activity they are stored as fat. By replacing extra carbs with protein, (not stored as fat) or vegetables, which are carbs but easily digestible and lower in calories and sugars, you will lose weight gradually and healthily over a short period of time.Carbohydrates or carbs, are the fuel for your body. They feed your brain, give the body energy, and should make up a large portion of your diet. So Why Reduce?]]></description>
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<title>Eat More Simple Food and Weight Less</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2011 16:02:01 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I write a lot about nutrition because I like to eat, and it's equally important in achieving fitness results as exercising. Cooking isn't always the easiest option, with busy lifestyle, and simply not enjoying the process of preparing food. Convenience is key for many, and fortunately, nutrition is best when left as simple as possible. Here are five very simple small meal ideas:]]></description>
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<title>Weight Loss Maintenance 101</title>
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<description><![CDATA[You lost weight? Congratulations! Now it is time to ease away from a weight loss program, and develop your maintenance plan by utilizing the new lifestyle changes you have been practicing, which will continue to help keep the weight off for good!]]></description>
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<title>How to Have Self-Discipline for Fitness</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2011 15:47:09 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A big obstacle toward reaching fitness goals is just the fact that it is often hard to get out there and get the workout underway! It is very common to make excuses, or actually start the workout, and then not put in the full effort. Techniques to strengthen self-discipline...]]></description>
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<title>The Benefits of Dancing for Fun and Fitness</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2011 15:46:48 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Dancing should be tried by both men and women. Whether you are interested in hip-hop, oriental dance, ballroom, tap, swing, or salsa, there is a style of dance for everyone. There are so many benefits to trying dance...]]></description>
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<title>The Skinny On Compound Exercises</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2011 15:44:53 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A compound exercise is defined as a multi-joint movement. Unlike a bicep curl, which is an isolating exercise, and only works one muscle at a time, a compound exercise works two or more muscle groups. The classic example is a bench press. However, there are compound exercises that seriously raise your heart rate, burn fat, and still strengthen and tone the body.]]></description>
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<title>The Body Bar: How to Use an Old Favorite</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2011 15:44:39 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Body Bar is a straight, weighted stick. It has been on the market FOREVER, since 1987! In fitness, that's ancient! It has outlived many of the infomercial equipment crazes for three decades, for a few very good reasons: It can be used like a barbell or free weights. Being weighted throughout the bar, oppose to loading plates, makes it an ideal tool for beginner barbell squats. It makes balance easier and the exerciser could practice on his/her own, without a spotter.]]></description>
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<title>Health Benefits of Almond Butter</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2011 15:33:19 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[After being introduced to almond butter I fell in love! Almond butter has the look and consistency of peanut butter but a little darker, and of course, made from almonds! Almond butter is absolutely delicious and can be used in sandwiches with fruit, jelly, or on its own. It can also be mixed into oatmeal, (my fave!) flax meal, stirfry and stews. It is a great condiment to have around the house for a quick snack, and if you have been enjoying peanut butter your whole life, it is a really nice change of pace.]]></description>
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<title>Walking Your Way Into Fitness</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2011 15:31:51 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[With speed + distance, walking is a very effective weight loss, and general health activity. Walking totes the same benefits of running, with the added bonus of being low impact. Not to mention you can walk and talk more easily with a friend than running together!]]></description>
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<title>More on Spot Reduction: Lesser Known Facts</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2011 15:20:11 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[By now I believe most exercisers are familiar with the concept of "spot reduction." This means doing only crunches to slim your waist, for example, or performing just squats because, "All I want is a smaller butt!" The spot reduction concept works in even more subtle ways. Sure, you know that crunches on their own won't amount to much physical change but how about the idea that training your whole body will give you even better results on the parts you wanted to isolate in the first place?]]></description>
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<title>Preparation One Month Before a Race</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2011 15:19:29 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Running a long distance race takes months of hard training and preparation. Here are five tips to get ready for a race with only a month to go: 1. Buy New Shoes Don't run your race in brand new shoes, or the old trainers you have been practicing in for months!]]></description>
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<title>Damage Control: Surviving A Binge Eating Weekend</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2011 15:12:38 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Moderation is key. However, sometimes overeating is unavoidable. Whether you have no willpower in the face of sweets, or you're socially obligated to have a second piece of cake, there will be times when you will be faced with a diet destroying junk food binge.]]></description>
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<title>Tips to Increase Flexibility</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2011 15:07:58 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Flexibility is important. Having loose, supple muscles will give you more energy on a daily basis. As the week goes on, many people accumulate their stress in the shoulders, neck and back. Athletes and hobby exercise enthusiasts commonly carry muscular stress in the hips, hamstrings, and calves. Feeling muscular tightness will drag you down, ruin posture, cause clumsiness, and increase the risk of injury. Not to mention that stretching is a critical part of weight training progress. Muscles fully develop with contracting (lifting) and lengthening (stretching). Unless you want short, stocky muscles, you need to stretch!]]></description>
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<title>I Cannot Believe That This Is Health Food</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2011 15:03:20 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Over the years I have developed healthy but sweet snacks to satisfy my ravenous sweet tooth. I truly believe that deprivation only leads to disaster but on the other hand, this mantra taken too literally, and applied too liberally, is also a recipe for failure. These snacks strike the balance between indulgence, portion control, and healthy ingredients. Even better, they're quick and easy! ]]></description>
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<title>Diet and Fitness: Simplicity Is Key</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2011 15:02:19 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Taking a simple, balanced approach to your fitness and nutrition plan is key. I can't count the number of times healthy food and types of exercise have been shunned in the media, or even by health professionals. Hearing statements such as, "weights never go after cardio," "cottage cheese is too acidic," and "carrots are not as nutritious cooked," are not very helpful to a diet and fitness newbie. With all of the conflicting information surrounding the healthy lifestyle, it's no wonder people's heads spin, and then they give up. Even I felt forced to question my food choices after reading certain reports and articles.]]></description>
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<title>What Is the Progressive Overload Principal?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 24 Jan 2011 20:20:30 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[To achieve progressive results in muscle size, strength and endurance one must continually impose challenging demands the body. How do I work the progressive overload principal into my training?]]></description>
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<title>The Three Most Valuable &quot;Nutrition For Weight Loss&quot; Tips</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Nov 2010 14:03:58 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Diet plays a huge role in weight loss. In most cases, if you are not achieving your fitness goals it is not an exercise issue, but a problem with something you are, or are not eating. Here are my three most valuable tips for weight loss nutrition...]]></description>
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<title>Portion Control 101 - Overcome Portion Distortion</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2010 11:19:51 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[After years of personal training, offering nutritional advice and meal plans, I know that if a diet is not working to achieve weight loss, it's not because the client is eating unhealthy food. Quite the contrary, most people have a good handle on what's healthy, and the foods they require to complete a balanced the diet. The problem is portion.]]></description>
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<title>Types Of Runs For Training</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2010 11:17:06 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Whether you want to run a race this season, or you are just looking to improve your daily run, try these techniques to improve speed, endurance, and recovery. Types of Runs for Training Tempo The tempo run is used for endurance. This is the run most hobby runners do everyday.]]></description>
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<title>Six Ways To Prepare Your Vegetables</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2010 11:12:44 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A staple in every nutritious diet is vegetables. Veggies can be prepared in various ways such as: steamed, roasted, boiled, grilled, boiled, pan fried, and microwaved. Some preparation methods are better nutritionally than others, and also cause the vegetable to taste different than their raw form. Although I have to say, raw vegetables are delicious too!]]></description>
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<title>Avoid Psychological Barriers In Strength Training</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2010 11:10:15 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Talking about psychological barriers and "hitting a wall" are common topics in endurance training, such as running and cycling, but what about weight lifting? It can be just as much of an issue for exercisers, if not more, due to fixed factors such as your weight and reps.]]></description>
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<title>Keep At It!</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2010 11:08:36 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Starting out is never easy. Nobody becomes good at something overnight. I remember when I started running, I couldn't maintain a jog for more than 10 seconds. Actually, the first time I tried sprinting, I fell flat on my face! My legs were too weak to support my weight! Looking back, I realize just how far I have come. I run everyday, love it, and I just ran the Scotiabank half marathon in September.]]></description>
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<title>Amazing Results With No Equipment</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2010 11:01:42 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Despite having a complete free weight set, numerous fitness toys, and gadgets, I still find I get some of my best workout sessions with nothing more than a pair of dumbbells! I always encourage clients working out on their own to experiment with different techniques and methods of exercise. Personally I love doing strength and cardio intervals using a pair of free weights, and body weight exercises. Here are three ideas to get you started on a hardly-any-equipment program:]]></description>
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<title>Training Toward Race Day Succes</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2010 10:58:47 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Evey city is filled with numerous walking, cycling and running races. It's an exciting time for athletes, and hobby exercise enthusiasts, as we train our way to race day, and across the finish line. Here are TEN Tips - Training Toward Race Day Success]]></description>
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<title>No Deep Stretching Before Exercise</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2010 10:50:24 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Static stretching is the type of stretch that is held for 10-30 seconds, and unfortunately, can do more harm than good if performed before a workout. Reasons to NOT Stretch Before a Workout:]]></description>
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<title>Simplified Weight Loss</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2010 10:48:19 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Losing weight does not have to be complicated. It really is just a combination of a healthy diet and a regular exercise routine. Really, I promise! Follow these steps to a healthy, and sustainable weight.]]></description>
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<title>Cardio-Cross - Cross Training For Running</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2010 10:47:59 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Training for a running race is hard work! Many runners believe to be a great runner, you should always run. I mean, you're not going to finish the race on a bike, so why cycle? While it's true that running should be the main priority, there will be times the body needs a break, but a trainee will want to continue to progress their cardiovascular capacity, while strengthening running and non running muscles. Cardio exercise to compliment a running training program.]]></description>
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<title>Building Your Own Yoga Practice</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2010 10:36:22 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Building your own yoga practice is a very rewarding endeavour. It's nice to not have to think about it in class, but to develop your own practice gives you the benefit of customizing your routine, to your own likes and needs. Of course, you need experience. Even this basic guideline requires a familiarity with the practice because there are MANY poses, sequences, and combinations. Technique should be learned and practiced in class first! Here is a simple yoga practice guideline to get you started:]]></description>
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<title>Close Leg Squats Are Great For The Core And Glutes</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Nov 2010 13:12:12 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are certain exercises that I can't get enough of. One of them is close leg squats. Why are they awesome? ]]></description>
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<title>Must Have Power Snacks For Around The House</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Nov 2010 12:45:53 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[My kitchen is well stocked with staples. I have my grains, spices, condiments, and veggies that keep but when you're on the move, and hungry you want something tasty, healthy but most importantly, you want something NOW!]]></description>
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<title>What Is Eating Clean?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Nov 2010 11:49:29 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Eating clean is a fitness term that means eating healthy food that is as close to its natural form as possible. It is a fitness enthusiast buzzword that is used primarily with athletes, body builders, and fitness professionals. I like to use "eating clean" because it sums up healthy nutrition without having to use the dreaded "D-word," Diet! A person who eats clean makes excellent nutrition choices including:]]></description>
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<title>Three Great Reasons To Cook Your Own Food</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Nov 2010 11:44:22 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I do a lot of cooking but there are always certain foods I think will be too hard, time consuming or hard to store. So I'll go out and buy pre-packaged food from the grocery store. Everything in my healthy lifestyle has been a work in progress, at some point or another. This is no exception. If you have ever considered making all of your meals from scratch, here are three great reasons to do so:]]></description>
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<title>The Truth About Drinking Chocolate Milk After A Workout</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Nov 2010 11:39:32 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A few weeks back I was hanging out with a friend, who is a member at one of the local chain health clubs. She told me that they have advertisements all over the gym promoting chocolate milk as a post workout replenishing drink. Ummm, say what? Come to think of it, I have noticed a lot of people toting a carton of chocolate milk in one hand, and a gym bag in the other. Has the world gone mad? This is similar to the hiking and sporting goods store that I regularly walk by. It had a giant (20 foot!) mural advertising chocolate bars as an energy supplement. I thought the, "It gives you energy" slogan was debunked at least ten years ago?]]></description>
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<title>Abdominals Training 101</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Nov 2010 11:38:09 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Everyone wants nice abs! I'll start this abdominals training tutorial by reminding readers that perfect abs are achieved with a variety of exercise, not just crunches, and ab work. A mix of cardiovascular training, strength, and flexibility conditioning, with a balanced, clean diet will help you to reach your six pack goals. With that being said, let's talk about abs!]]></description>
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<title>Cross Training Equals Full Body Results</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Nov 2010 11:37:56 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I'll say it straight up: You cannot do only one type of exercise and expect full body results! Running without weights and stretching = injury and a "stringy physique." Weights without cardio and stretching = Poor cardiovascular fitness and injury. Yoga without strength training and cardio = Injury capacity and a waify body. Cross training is important for three main reasons...]]></description>
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<title>Weight Training - The Exercise For Everyone!</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Nov 2010 11:31:24 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Fitness professionals have been touting the benefits of strength training for years. Science knows it works, and exercise enthusiasts can attest to the fact that lifting weights is beneficial in a number of ways. Here are Three Reasons to Start Lifting.]]></description>
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<title>Ten Great Reasons to Run a Race</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Nov 2010 14:10:22 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[After deciding to register for the Scotiabank Waterfront half marathon, here in Toronto this year, I spent a summer in training. I was excited, nervous and now that it is all said and done, I recommend trying a race to anyone! I can't even begin to describe how happy I was to finish nearly thirty minutes sooner than my original estimated time. It's an accomplishment I will remember for the rest of my life. Here is a list of ten great reasons why you should try a race this year.]]></description>
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<title>Lose Weight FOREVER!</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Nov 2010 16:15:23 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I just celebrated the start of my seven-year weight loss journey years that eventually led to losing 50-60 pounds by working out and eating healthy. Did you know 90% of people who lose weight gain it all back within five years? Okay, so I'm in that very tiny group of people who actually keep it off. Actually, I continue to progress. One of my strengths as a personal trainer is that I come from this "real" prospective. I wasn't always thin and healthy...]]></description>
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<title>The Exercise Survival Kit - Fitness Basic Must Haves</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Nov 2010 15:48:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Depending on what your workout routine is, and how many types of activities you participate in, you will accumulate clothing, accessories and gadgets to aid your workouts. Here's my personal list of basic essentials: A Mat. No matter what exercise you try, you'll need a decent mat for stretching.]]></description>
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<title>The Skinny on Weight Lifting - Bulking Vs Toning - Get the Beach Body Look</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Nov 2010 15:43:46 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The theory that tone is achieved by lifting light weight, with higher repetitions, has been debunked over and over again. Still many men and women hoping to achieve the beach body look, oppose to a body building physique, claim to have a genetic predisposition to bulking up. And you know what, I believe them. However, I still advice no more than 15 reps a set. The thing is, many people do indeed put on mass more easily than others. It's actually quite difficult to gain inches in muscle. A 1/2 inch increase in the bicep, for example can take up to eight weeks on a new exerciser to achieve. Not to mention building muscle also involves a lot more eating, and sometimes even that is not enough.]]></description>
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<title>Fabulous Flax Seed Meal</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Nov 2010 15:40:38 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Flax seed meal is surprisingly tasty, with a nutty flavour and crunchy texture. It can be sprinkled over just about anything. My favourite snacks right now are cottage cheese mixed through with a tablespoon of meal, and also, boiling water over flax seed meal with peanut butter stirred in. Of course, it can be used in baking, on top of grains like rice, pasta, couscous and Bulgar wheat. It can be enjoyed in hot or cold cereals, in drinks such as smoothies, and in yogurt with fresh fruit. Basically, it can be used in anything! The best part is, a couple of cups cost me $0.70 and when only a tablespoon or two is used at a time, it goes a long way! Not convinced? Here are the benefits of flax seed meal...]]></description>
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<title>Know What You Want Out Of Your Exercise Plan</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Nov 2010 15:37:02 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Exerciser enthusiasts and dieters regularly ask how much they have to work out, what they need to restrict, and what measures they need to take to reach their goals. Everybody has a different idea of what health is to them. Is it losing a few pounds? Feeling more energetic? Or is it competing as a fitness model? Sometimes people don't put in enough to obtain the more challenging goals, but others may feel guilty for not putting in what they perceive to be an adequate effort, when they're doing just fine. The fact is, everybody has an idea of what they want, what they are willing to do (or not ready to do) to get there. These are completely personal and subjective choices. How bad do you want it?]]></description>
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<title>Have Goals and Know How to Use Them!</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Nov 2010 15:14:13 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I'm a big believer in goals and having direction. Everything I do in my life whether it's fitness, business or household related has a goal in mind. I like having something to work toward and I enjoy the challenge, hardships and eventual triumphs of finding a passion and working toward bettering myself at that interest. Having a goals will help to stay focused. Especially when you have a timeline.]]></description>
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<title>TEN Health Benefits of Mushrooms</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Nov 2010 14:56:13 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[You either love them or you hate them. This vegetable (actually a fungus but that's not winning them any points!) has a hearty, meaty texture and can be used in practically every dish: Sides, stews, soups, sandwiches, stir-fries, salads. They compliment rice, breakfast, bean dishes and can be made into sauces for pasta, noodles and meat. They come in tons of variety and can be purchased fresh, died or in a can. Here are TEN Health Benefits of Mushrooms...]]></description>
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<title>How to Progress Your Physical Activity Through the Learning Curve</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Nov 2010 14:39:51 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many clients and exercisers consider themselves to be uncoordinated. I believe that everybody is awkward when they try something new. The body needs to become acquainted with movements and develop "muscle memory." This term simply means that your body can and will move how you want it to, on demand, with ongoing consistency and practice.]]></description>
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<title>What is the Best Time of Day to Exercise?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 17:50:17 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The best time for exercise is dependant on the individual. For many people their workout is based on their availability and for some, there may be only one time in the day they can fit it in. However, as far as the best times are concerned, here is a list of pros and cons:]]></description>
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<title>The Surprising Technique For Developing Beautiful Muscle Tone</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 16:19:35 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Building muscle starts with muscular contractions. This is strength training. The muscle is squeezed, shortened and put to work. Muscle fibers break down and then have to rebuild to keep up with the imposed demand placed upon them.]]></description>
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<title>Nutrition Meal Plan For Weight Loss</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 15:39:56 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[You may have heard of calorie cycling. This technique is eating light one day and then heavier the next. This "tricks" your metabolism into changing the speed of digestion, to encourage the body to not get used to one way of eating, and to work harder to keep up.]]></description>
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<title>Ten Body Weight Cardio Exercises For Weight Loss</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 15:38:06 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[These exercises are known for accelerating the heart rate quickly. They are excellent cardio exercises and in most cases, strength as well. Best of all, no equipment required!]]></description>
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<title>How to Add More Vegetables to Your Diet</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 15:04:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Most people do not get the required 7-10 servings of veggies a day. Eating vegetables has a ton of benefits including weight loss, anti-oxidants that contribute to less risks of certain cancers, anti-aging and healthier all around body conditioning. ]]></description>
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<title>Three Easy Ways to Make Fitness a Part of Your Lifestyle</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 14:59:24 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Making the decision to exercise and be healthy is a wonderful thing! It's a little tricky at first, but that's only because we are comfortable with our routine and habits. The way to break free from the daily rut is to slowly add fitness into your life in a way that is comfortable, to make the transition a healthy and happy one.]]></description>
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<title>Benefits of Buying From a Bulk Store</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 14:55:12 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I had always thought of a bulk store to be like the common chains. I pictured stale food, lots of candy, and not even getting that much of a discount to make it worthwhile. However, in a health conscious society, the demand for healthy eating and the newfound need for raw ingredients, has evolved into the stores of today. We want to know exactly what goes into the food we make, and we want a discount for not buying the packaging. They are a cooks wonderland, filled with delicious spices, hard to find health products and inspiration for creative cooking, to add variety and excitement into a families diet.]]></description>
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<title>Five Non-Aesthetic Reasons to Be Fit and Healthy</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 10:14:43 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[While it is true that I began my fitness journey to lose weight, my love for exercise and healthy eating has evolved beyond image and aesthetics. If I knew then what I know now, I would have started living a healthy and active lifestyle much sooner, because the benefits surpass any "looks" related goals I have ever had. Five Non Aesthetic Reasons to be Fit and Healthy:]]></description>
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<title>Five Balanced, Satisfying Lunches</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Apr 2010 19:34:14 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Whether you eat on the go, at home or work these five lunches will have you feeling full until dinnertime. The classic lunch can be made very healthy with the help of a wholegrain bun or bread.]]></description>
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<title>Get Fitness Ready For Spring</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Apr 2010 16:37:43 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The spring is similar to New Years in the sense that it feels like a fresh start, a fitness spring cleaning if you will. In addition to winter's comfort food eating it's not surprising that many people (myself included) are motivated and ready to reach new heights with their training goals as the weather warms up and people start to go outside once again. Here are three ways to get ready for spring fitness.]]></description>
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<title>Breaking Down the Bicep Curl</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Apr 2010 16:37:18 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The bicep curl is one of the best known weight lifting exercises. It seems simple but there is more to it than curling the weight up to your shoulder and bringing it back down. Here are three tips for better bicep curls.]]></description>
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<title>High Performance Body Building Supplements 101</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Apr 2010 16:22:38 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[These supplements are chosen based on your fitness goal. Most bodybuilding goals include: Bulking (putting on muscle), cutting (lowering body fat), and extra strength, energy and recovery.]]></description>
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<title>Three Real Life Reasons to Exercise</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Apr 2010 16:13:18 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[First and foremost, exercise for yourself, your own well being and health. Fitness plays a vital role in all aspects of life and working out functions as more than just a way to look good.]]></description>
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<title>All Over Oats</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Apr 2010 15:51:35 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This cereal grain is a definite power food and if you do not already eat oats in some form or another (aside from oatmeal cookies!) this article is for you. Oats can be cut, pressed, crushed, and ground. They can be eaten cooked, raw as a main ingredient or as a topping. ]]></description>
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<title>The 101 on Body Building Supplements</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Apr 2010 15:47:45 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you are thinking of competing in the sport, or you just want to look like you do, it is about time to brush up on bodybuilding supplements. Take them or not, knowledge is power! ]]></description>
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<title>Nutrition Tips For Pregnancy</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Apr 2010 08:35:18 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I train many pregnant women because fortunately, exercising while being pregnant is now considered not only acceptable but extremely beneficial, even necessary, by leading medical professionals. Pregnant women easily see the difference in their well beings, energy levels and comfort from exercising, and rave over the new found strength that helps them carry out a successful, complication free delivery. Of course, nutrition plays a vital role in pregnancy, even before the positive test result. Ten Nutrition Tips for Before, During and After Pregnancy:]]></description>
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<title>Three Everyday Nutrition Tips</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2010 16:13:40 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Finding the time to shop for groceries, prepare healthy meals and even count nutrients can take a whole lot out of the week. Many people do not eat healthy due to two factors: time constraints, and affordability.]]></description>
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<title>Strengthen Your Home Yoga Practice</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2010 15:56:50 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you do not take yoga classes, but enjoy practicing, you are not alone! Many yoga enthusiasts prefer the comfort of their own home and enjoy doing yoga on their own schedule. ]]></description>
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<title>Maximize Results With Cardio and Strength Intervals</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2010 15:08:23 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[You can do cardiovascular intervals no matter what equipment you have. Even body weight is sufficient for these workouts. First, the benefits of interval workouts:]]></description>
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<title>Smart Abdominal Training</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2010 15:01:48 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Contrary to popular belief ab exercises will not give you a toned tum. Actually, as counter intuitive as it seems, too many ab exercises can make your stomach appear larger. The reason behind this is that abs, trained like any other muscle group, will pack on muscle mass with strength training to fatigue and then rest. Do not get me wrong, strong and balanced core muscles are a must have and ab exercises are a necessary component of any strength training program. However, the truth is, ab exercises build muscle, and cardiovascular exercises burns fat. Finding the right balance between losing the layer of fat covering abs, and toning the muscles so they show through are what it is all about.]]></description>
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<title>Three Simple Nutrition Guidelines For Weight Loss</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2010 14:11:47 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Losing weight through diet and exercise is the tried and true recipe for maintaining a healthy body weight. Nutrition plays a primary factor in results and it is essential to have a balanced diet that not only fuels workouts properly and provides adequate nutrition but aids weight loss by being healthy and served in moderate portions. Three Simple Nutrition Guidelines for Weight Loss]]></description>
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<title>Ten Healthy Items to Stock Up On</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2010 14:07:37 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Fresh produce. Carrots are used in many recipes and they store well for a few weeks. Other produce can include: Spinach, celery, mixed greens, apples, oranges, kale, broccoli, sweet peppers and mushrooms.]]></description>
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<title>Reducing DOMS</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2010 13:55:14 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is caused by accumulated lactic acid in the muscles after they have been worked out very hard. For some, DOMS is only experienced at the start of a new workout routine. For other people who are more prone to muscle soreness, it is important to discover ways to reduce the symptoms. Otherwise, exercising will not be enjoyable, and walking around all day stiff as a board, is inconvenient and even embarrassing.]]></description>
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<title>Check Nutrition Facts Online</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2010 13:28:40 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It is always a good idea, especially if you are on a weight loss program, to check the companies website online for nutritional facts and information. A good example of this is coffee: I will regularly pick up a coffee from one of those big chain coffee shop in the early afternoon. I don't really think of coffee as being loaded with calories and fat, despite knowing it has cream and sugar in it. ]]></description>
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<title>Before You Raise the Weight Consider This</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2010 10:42:11 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It is fantastic to discover that your weight training routine is successful because the weights have become too light. Gaining strength is a primary goal for many weight lifters and raising the weight is very psychologically fulfilling to many. However, there are more important factors to consider before raising the weight, as doing so can potentially be counterproductive or even dangerous. Consider these three points before raising your weight:]]></description>
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<title>Using the Power Tower</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2010 10:30:42 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It is quite an accomplishment to be able to lift your own body weight. If you have achieved this level of strength, do not let it go to waste. Use the power tower for a full upper body workout. ]]></description>
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<title>Results From Belly Dancing</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2010 09:52:06 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Ten weeks ago I started taking belly dancing lessons. So far, I have noticed some really great changes in not only my body, but in my overall well being. The best result, is that my stomach is more toned.]]></description>
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<title>Do Not Be a Gym Jerk - Weight Room Etiquette</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2010 09:29:19 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you do not have equipment at home, and go to a gym instead, you may have noticed that gym goers can be pretty rude at times! Try to be the better person, and make the gym a friendlier place by following three simple rules of weight room etiquette.]]></description>
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<title>Organizing Strength Exercises</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2010 09:28:42 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A personal trainer will organize your exercises to create an effective and logical weight lifting routine but if you want to create a program of your own, here are some tips to get started: Work the bigger muscles first such as chest, back, and glutes. This is best for a couple of reasons:]]></description>
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<title>Speed Walking Tips</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2010 09:22:20 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[During the past week, I have been speed walking hills, instead of the usual morning jog. The first difference I noticed was that while I did not sweat nearly as much as running, my heart rate soars out of control! To give you an idea of the difference, my jogs take my heart rate to a max of 130, whereas the walks were measuring in between 150 and 160!]]></description>
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<title>Three Simple Ways to Speed Up Your Metabolism</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2010 09:15:58 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The key to weight loss and maintenance is a metabolic system that digests food efficiently. Here are three simple ways to speed up your metabolism:]]></description>
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<title>Ten Benefits of the Treadmill</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2010 09:12:22 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I have a soft spot for the treadmill. It was the first piece of equipment I used and with it pretty much alone (I didn't know how to lift weights yet!) I lost a lot of weight and started my fitness journey. Over the years the treadmill keeps winning me over and with any luck I can pass along my enthusiasm for this machine onto you, with ten benefits of the treadmill:]]></description>
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<title>Tips For Buying Home Gym Equipment</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2010 07:27:37 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Having a home gym is super convenient and economical. For the cost of one month at a gym, you could already have a basic set up! The larger investments such as cardio equipment will last for years and will pay off in the long run. Here are some home gym equipment buying tips:]]></description>
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<title>How Long Does it Take to Get Fitness Results?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2010 06:34:33 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Good news! Weight loss results are the fastest to achieve. In theory you can lose 1/2lb to 2lbs in the first week if you are eating less calories than you burn, in addition to exercise.]]></description>
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<title>Small Snacks For Instant Energy</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Apr 2010 16:28:08 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Working a career that has you on the go all day, leaves little room to sit down and enjoy a full lunch. Fortunately I have what I know as, my power foods. Little snacks that are easy to grab at any coffee shop/convenience store for energy, and feeling full, to hold your stomach over until dinner time at home.]]></description>
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<title>Three Key Phrases That Will Improve Your Lifting Form</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Apr 2010 16:20:29 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Weight lifting routines become even more beneficial and effective when form is perfected. It takes practice, but a sure way to speed progress is by remembering key phrases to remind yourself of the proper technique, for many strength training exercises. Three Most Important Key Phrases to Improve Form..]]></description>
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<title>Rest is a Key Factor in Training Results</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 08:18:26 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Too much rest equals a sedentary lifestyle but not enough causes fatigue and burnout. In any fitness program it is crucial to find the balance between too much and not enough recovery time.]]></description>
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<title>Hire a Personal Trainer This Winter</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 08:00:07 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It is cold! For most people outdoor activity starts to become uncomfortable. We hang up our running shoes, and put the bikes and Rollerblades in to the shed. This can be a very confusing time of the year. You had your outdoor exercise regimen and now it is getting too cold to follow through with it any longer. However, the winter months do not have to mean becoming unfit, losing progress or gaining weight. Instead, hire a personal trainer to surpass your summer achievements.]]></description>
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<title>How to Choose the Right Fitness Trainer For You</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 07:34:33 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Choosing the right personal trainer is very important. To just pick up the phone and call the first trainer that popped up in a Google search, could end up being both a waste of time, and money. Personal training is a valuable service but it is best to pick a trainer that can achieve the goals that you are after.]]></description>
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<title>The Benefits of Trying Something New</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 07:33:16 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Let's face it, we are creatures of routine. We find something we like and/or an activity we are really good at, and we stick with it. There is no problem with improving on something you love.]]></description>
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<title>Health Benefits of Pumpkin</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 21:41:22 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A pumpkin is the perfect cold weather vegetable. It satisfies that sweet craving, but it is also incredibly low in calories, and fat. It is a versatile food, with a lot of beneficial qualities. ]]></description>
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<title>Do's and Don't of Weight Lifting</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 21:37:44 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Strength training is the staple of many fitness programs and necessary in any balanced routine. Lifting weights is not as straight forward as running, and many times, there is no instructor to guide the way.]]></description>
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<title>How to Eat Healthy For Weight Loss</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 21:36:48 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[For many people diet is the main obstacle for fat loss. Even thin clients of mine want to know how to shed the layer of stubborn fat on their stomach, to achieve a solid six pack. The problem with fat (especially around the midsection!) is that it is the last to go. People who have lost weight can tell you, that you lose weight in the limbs first, then the back, hips and then finally, the abs.]]></description>
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<title>Five Steps to Happy, Healthy, Weight Loss</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 11:47:15 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Losing weight can be a real nightmare for some people. In some cases, it has been ordered by a physician to reduce health risks, other times it is a personal decision to increase confidence. Whatever the case, many people think of having to lose weight, and start to panic. It is completely normal to be worried about having to change your life, or wonder if it is all just going to come back. ]]></description>
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<title>Do You Need a Personal Trainer?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 11:21:36 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Who needs a personal trainer? I think everyone should try it at least once. Even trainers like to have a personal trainer to push and progress their routines. Of course, certain people will benefit more than others. If you answer yes to any of these questions, consider hiring a personal trainer.]]></description>
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