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Germ Warfare
Every day we're exposed to millions of germs. Learn how to protect yourself while working out in the gym. |
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Combating Dizziness
If you find yourself getting dizzy when working out, here are some ideas to help you identify and cope. |
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Are you getting enough sleep?
In order to build muscle and lose fat you have to be well rested. Unfortunately most Americans are sleep deprived. Read on and we'll tell you how to find out if you're getting enough sleep. |
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Resting Metabolic Rate
This is the number that can help you medically gain or lose weight! |
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One Rep Max
The One Rep Max is a measure of absolute strength and can help you design workouts that maximize muscle growth. This article will tell you how to use it and how to calculate it. |
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Fat? Test Yourself!
Find out what your Body Fat Percentage is. |
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Sauna - Is the Hot Box Healthy?
Sauna's are found in gyms and health clubs around the world. Do they help you get fit? See what the scientists found. |
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Live Longer...Gain Weight!
According to a CDC study released in April of 2005, heavier people live longer! Curious if it's true? We'll tell you what they REALLY found. |
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Dangerous Drugs - The Over Medication of America (Part 1 of 3)
Are you one of the more than 40% of Americans taking at least one prescription drug a day? If you are, you'll want to read this article, the first in a three part series. |
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Simple Tests Can Evaluate Health Risk
Measure your abdominal fat and Body Mass Index, two key indicators of health. |
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Dangerous Drugs - The Over Medication of America (Part 2 of 3)
Do you know the dangers of taking some of the most commonly prescribed drugs in America? Are you popping pills when lifestyle changes are cheaper and may be just as effective? Read on for the second installment in our three-part series. |
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Waist to Hip Ratio - What's Your Measurement?
Deaths due to obesity are continuing to rise in America, are you one of the people at risk? Take this simple test to find out. |
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Dangerous Drugs - The Over Medication of America (Part 3 of 3)
Do you know the 8 things you should ask your doctor before starting any new supplement or medication? Your money, your health and possibly your life are at stake! This issue we'll tell you what you should ask in the final installment of our three part series. |
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Blood Pressure Basics
What blood pressure readings mean and what to do about high blood pressure. |
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Your Ideal Weight
Do you know how much you should weigh? Here's an easy way to find out. |
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Getting to the Beat of It
Training Heart Rate and how to calculate it. |
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The Science of Sweat
Did you know you actually sweat more the first few minutes after you stop working out? Or that the smell of sweat can be used to diagnose some medical conditions? It's true! Read all about it. |
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What's Your Resting Heart Rate?
Seventy-five is the magic number when it comes to resting heart rate. If you're below it, your cardiac risk factor is dramatically lower than if you're above it. This article tells you how to figure out your resting heart rate and what the ranges are for healthy people of any age. |
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Side Stitches
Have you ever been running and gotten a sharp pain in the side? It's called a side stitch. Believe it or not, medical science still isn't sure what causes them, but there are three leading theories. Read on to find out what researchers suspect and ways to reduce the severity if you're having them. |
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The Truth About Pain and Gain
What those aches and pains after a workout mean, and why they happen. |
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Good Pain & Bad Pain
Can you tell the difference?
When you workout, your muscles grow by being overloaded and then repairing themselves. Some pain is a natural result. To make sure you're not injuring yourself, you need to determine if you're experiencing "good" or "bad" pain. |
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Cramps
What causes them? How do you reduce the pain if you've got them? What can you do to avoid them in the first place? |
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Steroids
How much would you pay for a better body? $500? 1,000? Would you be willing to take years off your life? Learn the truth about anabolic steroids...the bad AND good. |
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Cellulite - The WHOLE Story
(Part 1 of 2)
Do you have cellulite? Have you tried to get rid of it? There are hundreds of companies that want to take your money claiming they've got the cure, but which ones really work? Read on and find out. |
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The Pump - Can it help you build muscle?
If you've ever gotten "pumped" after a workout, you know how good it can make you feel. We wanted to find out if it actually helped you build muscle. |
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Cellulite - The TRUE Story
(Part 2 of 2)
If you want to make some serious money, without working very hard, mix up some lotion and slap a fancy "Cellulite Reducing Cream" label on it. It doesn't have to actually reduce cellulite, none of the creams on the market today do either! Read on to learn more. |
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CLA - Miracle Pill or Medicine Oil?
CLA (Conjugated Linoleic Acid). The name is a mouthful and the claims supplement companies are making about it are almost miraculous. Is it a supplement that's worth taking? Read all about what we uncovered. |
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Hoodia Hoodwinked?
Hoodia. It's a succulent plant that was reviewed by 60 Minutes in 2004. Since then the name has gone on hundreds of thousands of "weight loss" bottles being promoted by supplement companies around the world. The only problem is...it may all be a giant fraud. |
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Combating Cholesterol
Are your cholesterol levels higher than they should be? Learn some simple strategies to reduce your numbers...and a little disturbing news about the cholesterol lowering medications called statins. |
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Can Strength Gain Help Arthritis Pain?
Arthritis can be a crippling disease. Unfortunately not working out when you have arthritis can make matters worse. Read on to learn what steps you can take to reduce arthritis related pain. |
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Do Pain Pills Kill Muscle Growth?
Taking Ibuprofen, naproxen or one of several different pain relieving pills is a routine many people have after working out. You may want to re-think that move when you read this article. |
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Measure Yourself - Is your body in proper proportion?
What do the Parthenon, the Mona Lisa and the perfect body have in common? It's something called the "Golden Ratio." See how your body compares using nothing more than a calculator and measuring tape. |
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Joint Cracking and Muscle Pops
Do your fingers crack, joints pop or make other strange noises? Ever curious why? Read on and learn about the leading theories of what causes noisy joints and see if you should be concerned. |
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SuppleCON - How Supplement Companies STEAL Your Money
Have you ever bought a powder, pill or supplement only to realize afterwards it didn't do what the label claimed? You were conned! Read on and we'll tell you how to avoid getting taken again. |
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Ice Pack or Heating Pad?
If you twist a joint, pull a muscle or over-exert yourself, you're going to be faced with a decision. Which is better for the injury, a cold pack or heating pad? Once you read this article you'll never look at a heating pad the same way again. |
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Resveratrol, The Wonder Drug for Rats
In November 2006, a study by Harvard Medical School and the National Institute on Aging showed that obese mice lived longer, healthier lives - without dieting - when they consumed large doses of red wine extract. Now that extract is being sold to the public and the results aren’t living up to the hype. Read what we uncovered about resveratrol before you try it. |
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Ice Bath Therapy
One of the tricks long distance runners use for quicker recovery is an ice bath. It's believed you can speed healing by dropping your legs into freezing cold water. Does it work? |
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Heel Pain (Plantar Fasciitis) Relief thru Stretching
Millions of people every year suffer from heel pain known as plantar fasciitis. Discover the common causes and learn some stretches that can help relieve the pain. |
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Diabetes and Exercise
Diabetics who exercise can see significant health benefits, but you must choose your workout programs carefully. Some fitness routines can cause potentially serious problems. To understand what works best, learn about the different types of diabetes and how they affect the body. |
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Skin Chafing Prevention Strategies
Chafing is one of those uncomfortable things that can happen to anybody, but it's far more common in people just starting an exercise program. Learn how to avoid it and what to do if it's already happened. |
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Can Changing Your Office Chair Help You Lose Weight?
The only exercise many office workers get is when they push themselves away for lunch or to leave for home. The companies that make exercise balls decided they had just the solution we needed. Swap out your office chair for a fitness ball and start building muscle by "actively sitting." Find out if it's really a good idea. |
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Heal Heartburn with Healthy Habits
The pain of heartburn is something 10% of Americans experience daily. Find out how to use exercise and seven other strategies to fight it. |
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Vitamin D and Your Health
Vitamin D has been in the news a lot lately. It’s being suggested that people who work out would benefit by taking it as a supplement. But is it really something you need? Learn the top 4 vitamin D myths and find out how much you REALLY need. |
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