BEST FOOT MASSAGERS
THIS IS A FOLLOW-UP POST Just yesterday, I did a post on hand held massage tools. This reminded me of the foot massager I have had for about 30 years – and the delightful relaxation I get from its use.… Continue Reading
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HAND HELD MASSAGE TOOLS
A NICE ALTERNATIVE We aren’t always able to take advantage of the healing benefits of a professional massage. Quite a few of us may need massage more often than we can set up an appointment ….and professional massages are not… Continue Reading
MORNING WORKOUT MOTIVATION
MOTIVATION MAY COME AND GO But it is essential to a productive workout routine. We will be bolstered by the following: Weight control Better cardiovascular health and function An improved self-esteem Better overall health A more attractive physique or figure… Continue Reading
SMALL HOME WORKOUT EQUIPMENT
LIMITED SPACE ? This post is for those who want to work out at home, but who lack space for squat racks, Olympic barbells and other large equipment. Free space in a garage or a large unencumbered room is great,… Continue Reading
CROSSFIT HOME GYM EQUIPMENT
WHAT IS CROSSFIT? Crossfit is functional exercise, not bodybuilding. It is high intensity exercise. It involves aerobics, bodyweight movements and Olympic weightlifting. The goal of Crossfit is to develop: Cardiovascular / respiratory endurance Stamina Strength Flexibility Power Speed Coordination Agility… Continue Reading
BEST ISOMETRIC EXERCISES
FIRST, A DEFINITION Isometric (equal length) exercise is a form of workout involving the static contraction of a muscle without any movement in the angle of the joint. The working muscles do not change length as tension is applied. An… Continue Reading
HOW TO WORK OUT WITH BACK PAIN
FIRST, A FEW STEPS TO TAKE It may be totally inadvisable to work out with back pain. The first step is to get professional advice from your doctor – your spine doctor, orthopedic doctor or sports medicine doctor. I am… Continue Reading
WORKING OUT AT HOME VS. GYMS
DON’T LET IT BE A COMPETITION The only ineffective workout is the one that isn’t done. Home workouts are great, so are gym workouts. Each has advantages. For the last 10 years, I have done my workouts at home. For… Continue Reading
HOW TO LOSE WEIGHT AND STAY IN SHAPE
IT TAKES A STRONG COMMITMENT Actually, losing weight and staying in shape are two separate but closely related goals. I can remember weighing around 235 pounds and playing tennis several times per week. My energy levels and blood pressure readings… Continue Reading
WHAT IS THE BEST SMARTWATCH FOR FITNESS?
THEY’RE FASCINATING ! When I was growing up, we had stop watches and pedometers. Later, in my 30s, I witnessed the popularity of calculators. We now have smartwatches by FitBit, Garmin, Apple and others that are so amazing that they… Continue Reading