Health Fitness

Powerlifting, bodybuilding, and powerlifting have come a long way since they were first popularized in the 1970s. Gyms were tough, almost exclusively with barbells, dumbbells, and benches. The workouts were 3-4 hours long and everyone was trying different techniques, different exercises, different tempos, and different rep ranges. And in the off-season, most were on a …

A few months ago I came across the Uphill fitness training program. When I first heard about it, I admitted that I was a bit skeptical. Is it really that effective? Can something this simple really help me get into the shape I want to be in? However, now that I’ve tried it, I know …

If you’re familiar with the terms jelqing and stretching, you’ve probably heard of the PC muscle and Kegel exercises. Described as “being able to stop premature ejaculation” and aid penis growth, I myself, like many other men, have been tricked into spending hours each week performing muscle-strengthening “Kegels.” However, the results of performing these exercises …

Finding the best eating plan that perfectly fits your lifestyle and personality is the key to successful weight loss. Dieters, however, are faced with a laundry list of popular diets and weighing their pros and cons seems endless. Most diets lose weight but of course you want to take the diamond out of the rough. …

The apple cider vinegar diet is a diet that, although called a fad diet, has been around since well into the 19th century, when Lord Byron popularized the use of the “miracle diet.” Hippocrates was even known to use it as a health tonic, and American soldiers used it to combat indigestion, pneumonia, and scurvy. …

Studies on whey show that it is an even better protein supplement than previously thought. Although the health benefits of whey protein have only recently been elucidated, the use of whey protein for medicinal purposes has been prescribed since the time of Hippocrates. In fact, there are two ancient proverbs from the Italian city of …

Are you trying to reach your weight loss goals? Did you know that you can make small changes to your diet and still lose weight? Let me show you how to lose weight at home. The following 7 steps will help you reach your goals: 1.Breakfast Do not skip breakfast. Skipping breakfast could cause your …

The weight loss industry is a multi-billion dollar a year industry. With so many people promoting products, diets, potions, supplements and machines that are supposed to help you lose weight, how are you going to know who to believe? It really takes a critical analysis done with an educated eye. One such product that is …

Heartburn can take a toll on moms-to-be. One reason for this relates to the hormone progesterone. This hormone relaxes a variety of muscles during pregnancy, including the stomach value, which is necessary to help prevent acid from entering the esophagus. Also, the growing uterus can begin to crowd the stomach and force acid into the …

Mostly overweight girls are considered unattractive. Oh girls, just cheer up! Now there is no need to worry at all. These simple changes you can make right now could completely change your lifestyle and your appearance. These are just suggestions, but if you follow them regularly, you’ll be well on your way to seeing a …