You Shrink With Age but Exercise Can Help
It’s an unfortunate fact that even normal people lose some height as they age. The good news? Exercise can help. Find out more about age-related height loss and the role exercise plays.
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Ten Important Reasons Why You Need More Vitamin A in Your Diet
You probably know that you can benefit from vitamin A supplements or a diet that provides your body with a rich supply of vitamin A, but you may not know just why this vitamin can be vital to your physical well-being. Read on to discover ten significant and fascinating reasons why a higher intake of vitamin A could help to boost your health and improve your quality of life.
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Nine Fascinating Health Benefits of Brussels Sprouts
Brussels sprouts are cruciferous vegetables that have a crisp, fresh taste and look like small cabbages. Some people like to season them and enjoy them as a snack, and they can also be an excellent addition to certain kinds of salads. As long as they are not overcooked, eating them can provide your body with a range of important nutrients that help to promote good health. Read on to discover the nine most significant reasons why adding more Brussels sprouts to your diet can improve and extend your life.
September 2012 Rotation
Hi Everyone! Get ready to jump into the school year with a mix of new and old, long and short and moderate to intense workouts! Your body will have all kinds of guess work coming at it which means your results will be on the high rise! Enjoy these workouts along with healthy balanced meals, water, and sleep. This rotation is now available to download to your calendar in the Workout Manager.
Stuffed Pork Chops
Try this pork chop recipe with any cheese that you prefer, a low-fat cream cheese, a blue cheese, we’ve even tried a soft lavender goat cheese
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Southwestern Chicken Pasta Salad
This chicken and pasta salad has a very surprising tangy southwestern flavor. *Gluten Free option
Can Active Recovery Between Strength-Training Sets Boost Your Fitness Gains?
Can a period of active recovery between weight sets boost your strength-training performance? Some research suggests that it can. Find out what active recovery is, how to use it in your strength-training workout and what the benefits might be.
XTRAIN 100 Rep Challenges
Getting stronger and getting toned muscles is not just about developing strong muscles by lifting heavier weights, but also increasing neural pathways from your brain to your muscles. In fact, until you thoroughly develop neural pathways to a muscle it is very difficult to increase the size of that muscle or to even get the maximum benefit of your training effort. You’re only as strong as your weakest link and most people focus on what they do best, not what they need to work the most. This is where XTRAIN 100 Rep Challenges can help and why we have included them in this series.
Nutritional Habits: Are Snacks Taking the Place of Meals?
Is snacking a growing trend? According to a new study, it is. Find out more about America’s snack habits and how it’s affecting calorie consumption – and the waistlines of Americans. You’ll also discover tips for healthier snacking.
Are Hydroponically-Grown Vegetables as Healthy as Conventional Ones?
When buying vegetables to put on your dinner plate, there are conventionally-grown and organic ones – but that’s not the only option. Hydroponically-grown vegetables are also starting to appear in more supermarkets. Find out more about hydroponic vegetables and whether they’re a good alternative to buying organic.
Things to Consider Before Going Gluten-Free
Gluten-free diets have been popular even for people who don’t have celiac disease. People who are gluten-sensitive need to follow a gluten-free diet, but it’s not necessarily for everyone. Here are some things to consider before starting a gluten-free diet.
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4 Reasons Cheese Can Be Part of a Healthy Diet
Is cheese on your list of foods to avoid because of its calories and high-fat content – but what about the health benefits? Discover four ways cheese can be part of a healthy diet when you eat it in moderation.