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10 Health Fitness Tips
More than any other time in history, people are all trying to
have the best, healthiest body possible. The health and fitness
industries are making billions of dollars every year on herbal
supplements, fitness equipment, gyms, and special diets. If you
watch TV or read magazines, there is always some intriguing
commercial asking for money to help you get into shape.
Now that you have made a commitment to take care of your body,
both internal and external, it is critical to your overall
health that you do it the right way. Here are some tips for both
health and fitness that will help you lose weight, discover ways
to maintain a better healthy lifestyle, and be in the best shape
of your life - all the smart way!
1. Bicycling
When you ask many adults when the last time they rode a bike is,
they cannot answer. Although bicycling is a favorite pastime,
many adults do not take advantage of this great option for
exercise. Not only does bike riding exercise the body and build
a stronger cardiovascular system, it allows you to get out and
enjoy nature, fresh air, and see new sites.
2. Jogging or Walking Both jogging and walking are GREAT ways to
get fit. Not only do they tone the muscles, relieve stress,
create a healthier heart, and improve lung capability, they make
you look wonderful, which in turns helps you get excited about
doing other exercise for fitness.
3. Swimming Swimming is an excellent way to get into and stay in
shape. If you do not own a pool, many high schools have aquatic
centers, or there is always the YWCA or YMCA, or your local gym.
Many offer water aerobic classes that will help you tighten your
body, lose weight, and get a good overall workout.
4. Tennis Anyone Tennis is not only a fun sport, but also a
great way to exercise. You do not have to be a Venice Williams
to play; in fact, you do not even have to be good. Just running
after the ball alone will help get you into shape. This is a
great way to strengthen your cardiovascular system and lose
weight. You can find tennis courts in just about every city and
if you would like to play but have no idea how, lessons are
reasonable.
5. Dancing Dancing is so much fun and whether you enjoy a slow,
Ballroom dance or a nightclub packed with people all moving to
heart-pumping techno, as long as you are moving, it really does
not matter what type of dance or music. The whole idea is to
move your body. Dancing has long been recommended as an avenue
to fitness.
Lower Back Extension ExerciseThis is an excellent exercise for the lower back that is very simple to perform. This exercise requires no equipment and it can be .....
6. VCR If you have a VCR or DVD, rather than just using it for
your favorite comedy or action-packed movie, try sticking in
some good workout tapes. Even taking 15 minutes every day to
workout will get you started. Try that for two weeks and you
will be surprised at the results. Once you see that 15 minutes a
day makes a difference, you will be encouraged to increase the
time spent.
7. Abdominal Crunches While you may not end up with a washboard
stomach, you can do some things to get your abdomen in better
shape. Crunches have long been a favorite for many athletes for
the very reason that they work. Lying on your back with knees
bent, keeping feet flat on the floor, cross your hands across
your chest and then curl your torso, rolling from your sternum
toward your hips. Do this slowly and start out with a set of ten
crunches in three reps. In other words, do ten crunches, wait a
minute, do ten more, wait a minute, and then do the final ten.
As you get accustomed to these, you can increase both the number
of sets and reps.
8. Squats Squats are excellent for glutes, hamstrings, quads,
and calves. With your feet standing firm and spread apart about
two feet, bend your knees slightly. Then, very smoothly, you
will squat toward the floor without going all the way down. This
usually takes some practice but within a short period, you will
enjoy the benefits.
9. Tricep Press Having firm arms is something that many people
focus on when exercising. For an Overhead Tricep Press, standing
on the floor with your feet about two feet apart, knees slightly
bent, you will extend your arms over your head. Keep your elbows
locked and then very slowly lower your hands behind your head.
You want to do this with some type of weight, but small weights
like one to five pounds. If you do not have weights of your own,
you can hold a one-pound of vegetables, which will work
perfectly.
10. Get to the Gym Working out at home is a good option and for
some people, they are committed enough to actually make it work.
However, for the majority of people wanting to get into shape,
the inspiration, competitiveness, and encouragement received
from working out in a gym is the way to go. Although it will
require a small investment, make the decision to find a gym that
offers state-of-the-art equipment, qualified staff, and fun
classes where you can enjoy working out.
By taking care of your body through good health habits and
fitness, you will live a happier, better, and longer life!
About the author:
Michael Fortomas is a teacher of Biology and a freelance
journalist - writing about health, the environment and
development - issues he cares deeply about.
http://1source-body-health.com/
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