What fiber type are you…Are you a better sprinter or distance runner? Many people believe that having more fast and slow twitch muscle fibers may determine what sports athletes excel at and how they respond to training. Skeletal muscle is made up of bundles of individual muscle fibers called myocytes. Each myocyte contains many myofibrils, which are strands of proteins (actin and myosin) that can grab on to each other…
Read MoreValuable information that many fitness clubs don’t want you to know!!! Joining a Gym or Fitness Club Are you thinking of joining a gym, fitness or diet club, or taking dance lessons or tae kwon do classes? Under the Consumer Protection Act, 2002 (CPA), membership contracts with these kinds of businesses are called “personal development services agreements.” The CPA offers protection for consumers who sign personal development services agreements costing…
Read MoreWeight Loss vs. Fat Loss: Are You Sure You’re Losing Fat? Weight loss is one of the hottest topics ever. Everyone seems to be trying to lose weight nowadays. But what’s the difference between weight loss & fat loss? People seem to use both terms interchangeably. After reading this post you’ll understand the difference between weight loss & fat loss, but also which one you should aim for and how….
Read MoreThe benefits of vitamin D…Vitamin D is a steroid vitamin, a group of fat-soluble prohormones, which encourages the absorption and metabolism of calcium and phosphorous. People who are exposed to normal quantities of sunlight do not need vitamin D supplements because sunlight promotes sufficient vitamin D synthesis in the skin. Five forms of vitamin D have been discovered, vitamin D1, D2, D3, D4, D5. The two forms that seem to…
Read MoreBenefits Of Dandelion root…Most people look at dandelions and see a weed they must eradicate from their lawns. Historically, though, the plant has been embraced by Native Americans as a means of treating a variety of medical conditions, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Through the years, its use has persisted. Today, capsules containing dandelion root are purported to treat and prevent a number of conditions. Medical research…
Read MoreThe benefits of Cauliflower…Cauliflower is a white, flowering, cruciferous vegetable (other cruciferous vegetables include broccoli, Brussels sprouts, collard greens, cabbage, and bok choy). Vegetables in this family have been found to have a multitude of medicinal benefits. Here are 8 health benefits of cauliflower that may make you want to include it in your diet on a regular basis. Cancer Prevention A diet high in cruciferous vegetables such as cauliflower…
Read MoreThe amazing human body…It takes your food seven seconds to get from your mouth to your stomach. One human hair can support 6.6 pounds. The body fights off a barrage of parasites every day, including the common cold. Human thighbones are stronger than concrete. A woman’s heart beats faster than a man’s. There are about one trillion bacteria on each of your feet. Women blink twice as often as men….
Read MoreThings you should know about Lactic acid…Lactic acid has a bad reputation. Many people blame it for fatigue, sore muscles, and cramps. They think of it as a waste product that should be avoided at all cost. Guess what? Scientists have discovered that lactic acid plays a critical role in generating energy during exercise. Far from being the bad boy of metabolism, lactic acid provides fuels for many tissues, helps…
Read MoreMany often ask me what, diet pill will give the quickest results? Here is the list with the top 5 diet pills that work…be warned some come with some serious side effects-What diet pills help you lose weight? There’s some scary (and, um, unsavory) info in the fine print. REDBOOK tells you what you must know about weight-loss drugs. Diet drugs have come a long way since the addictive amphetamines…
Read MoreCalories VS. Weight loss Facts…You know what calories are, and you probably know that if you eat too many, you’ll gain weight. But do you know how many are in your favorite deli sandwich? Or how many calories you should really eat each day? Most Americans don’t. Only 12% can accurately estimate the number of calories they should consume in a day someone their age, height, weight, and physical activity,…
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