Weight lifting as a form of exercise should not be limited to trainees whom seek a muscular physique. Weight lifting (or weight training) is beneficial to various people who have a whole spectrum of goals and abilities. Weight training also expels a reasonable number of calories during and after a[…]
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The ideal weight of an individual should incorporate a number of vital factors. The major aspect regarding body weight is the body composition of the person, that is to say how much of the body weight is body fat, and how much is lean body mass. Carrying excess body fat[…]
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A new weight loss drug has been made available over the counter in the EU. The weight loss drug – orlistat, has been granted a licence which enables chemists to sell the drug over the counter, with a reduced dose than is commonly prescribed by medical professionals for weight related[…]
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A weight loss plan is usually composed of two major elements; the dietary intake plan, and the exercise routine. For those who wish to lose weight sensibly, we have composed a sample weight loss plan which can be followed. It is worth noting that the weight loss plan is merely[…]
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Those who seek to gain muscle mass will need to pay close attention to their diets for optimal progress. Unfortunately, there is much conflicting advice regarding diets for bodybuilding, and sometimes it is all too easy to over analyse everything and become frustrated. Here are ten back to basics bodybuilding[…]
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Q. I have been over weight for a number of years due to a combination of lack of exercise and a poor diet, much of which began when I started my office job. Previously I was a pre-school helper, so I was always active, plus had the time to eat[…]
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With the ever increasing “body perfect” popular culture more and more people are deciding to take steps to shape a more aesthetically pleasing body for themselves, yet many fail. Losing fat should be simple, yet many people seem to fail at reducing fat in a healthy and sustainable manner. We[…]
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So you want to lose weight. But did you know there are two types of body fat? There is subcutaneous fat which is just below the skin, and visceral fat, which surrounds the internal organs. Visceral fat is the more dangerous of the two and harder to lose. You can[…]
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Weight loss is a popular subject, and thus there have been numerous suggestions on the “best” way to lose weight. Some are effective in the short term – yet prove unsustainable for the majority, whilst others are clever marketing tools – increasing demand for related products which the nutritional plans[…]
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Walking is an effective low impact cardiovascular exercise which can be enjoyed by people of all age groups and fitness abilities. A morning walk can be a great choice for expelling calories, inducing weight loss and toning the lower body. It is important to keep the walking intense and challenging,[…]
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