Articles written by Nicole Marks
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Spring into Fitness
Spring is right around the corner, it is now time to get back into shape. This is what we to ourselves every year.
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What Diet Really Works
Unfortunately, there is not one answer. At this point in time there are thousands of diets to choose from.
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Plyometric Training
Plyometric training is a method of exercise training that is growing in popularity.
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Spinal Cord Injuries
The spinal cord is part of the Central Nervous System and is connected to the brain.
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Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery
The Roux-En-Y gastric bypass surgery is becoming the most widely used bariatric surgery. The Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass, Roux-En-Y was performed first in 1993.
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High Intensity Interval Training
HIT or high-intensity interval training is a method of training that improves one's endurance and can also used for fat loss.
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Metabolic Syndrome
Metabolic Syndrome (also known as Syndrome X or Insulin Resistance Syndrome) is a cluster of conditions that increase the risk for heart disease, stroke and diabetes.
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Ghrelin and How It Influences Appetite
Hormones and gut peptides play a significant role in appetite regulation. The most important gut peptide in stimulating hunger is Ghrelin.
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Muscular Strength Versus Muscular Endurance
Muscular strength is related to muscular endurance but is not the same.
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Cortisol and Its Effect on Weight
The endocrine system plays a big role in the regulation of our body's activities. The endocrine system is made up of glands, which excrete hormones.
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Chi Gung for Beginners
When the body is relaxed and calm your awareness and sensitivity becomes more internal and acute. When the body is in this state one starts to feel the subtlety of Chi.
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Definition of Chi Gung
Chi gung is commonly known as an internal martial art. Chi gung's benefits in health and wellness are bringing this once mysterious art form into today's fitness plans.
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Addictive and Unhealthy Behaviors in Sports
Today in sports, athletes are under a lot of pressure to gain an edge due to the level of competition. Athletes are turning to substances to gain that edge.
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Different types of Eating Disorders
Most people hear the words eating disorder and the first thing that pops in our heads is either anorexia and bulimia. There are other types of eating disorders.
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Combating Nutrient Deficiencies
Overeating is typical of the American culture. So then why are so many people nutrient deficient? Americans tend to over eat; unfortunately they are eating the wrong food
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How to Prevent High Blood Pressure
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) is a disease that affects 1 in 5 adults over the age of 65.
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Developing a Powerful Back
The ideal of a V shape taper is one of the most sought after goals in body sculpting. Here are some helpful tips on achieving a powerful back.
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Effectively Reducing your Waistline
When people put on weight or body fat one of the first places they see it is in their waistline. There is a way to effectively reduce this body fat and keep it off.
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High Cholesterol
Once again science is proving the number one reason Americans have health issues is caused by our lifestyle, poor eating habits and living a sedentary life style.
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Weight Training for Legs
Everyone wants nice shapely legs. Here are some leg workouts that will get you the legs you want!
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