BE FIT If going to the gym makes you nervous, you’re not alone. Many people feel uncomfortable going to a new place with new people. But, if you find ways to deal with these fears, you could end up with a healthy habit that makes you feel great! Fear #1: I don’t know how to […]
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BE FIT Short sprints might boost your fitness by significant levels in just 2 weeks. Really short sprints-like 6 seconds. Researchers at Abertay University in Scotland have claimed that people can improve their fitness levels with just small amounts of exercise. Participants were asked to cycle all out for 6 seconds then rest for one
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BE FIT “A strong core is key to good posture and for doing most day-to-day activities with ease, such as getting in or out of a car, walking up and down stairs, or reaching for a book from a shelf,” said Michelle Miller, an exercise physiologist at Indiana University. Weak core muscles can result in
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BE FIT Aerobic exercise, not weight training, is your best bet when it comes to saying goodbye to that dreaded belly fat, a new study finds. This isn’t the fat that lies just under your skin and causes the unsightly muffin top. Belly or abdominal fat-known as visceral fat and liver fat-is located deep within
BE FIT Getting started with an exercise plan is a big step toward a healthier life. But, sticking with that exercise program can be tough when you’re not seeing results as quickly as you want. When many exercise plans promise fast, dramatic results, being patient can be frustrating. Some people may find that they work
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BE FIT If you think swimming pools are just for summer fun, think again. Winter is a great time to take advantage of an indoor pool to get some low-impact exercise. Exercising in water offers many benefits no matter what the season. Try it this winter because: * It’s low impact, so it’s easy on
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BE FIT Exercise is one of the best things you can do for your health. It reduces your risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and some types of cancer. It can also improve your mental well-being and increase your energy. So why don’t more people do it? A variety of things can come between
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BE FIT The best exercise for anyone with diabetes may be a notch above a casual walk, according to Jamie Cooper, assistant professor of nutritional sciences at Texas Tech University. “A person should exercise to the point when they’re breathing a little bit harder and sweating a little bit-then they know they’re working more intensely,”
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BE FIT Let’s face it: working out is, well, work. It takes time and commitment to exercise regularly, and sticking to it can be tough. Exercise gimmicks and fads target the millions of people who want the benefits of exercise but may be looking for a quicker solution. Some products may claim to “spot reduce,”
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BE FIT Boomers are now age 50 and older. And they are getting lots of injuries to backs, knees, hips, ligaments and tendons (the structures that attach muscles to bones). Regular exercise is critical for maintaining and improving bone and muscle strength. And yet if not done properly, exercise can result in pain and injury,
