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ARTArticleTop 5 Pieces of Equipment to Help You Get Better ResultsDo you feel as if your workouts are lacking something? Or maybe you just feel like you’re doing the same thing all of the time. In order for me to be a successful personal trainer then it is so important that I keep my client’s motivated, and improving using a variety of new equipment and training methods.ARTArticleTraditional Chinese Medicine - A New Perspective Of HealingWhile we in the West are more familiar with the way doctors practice traditional medicine for healing, the ancient Eastern practice of medicine known as Traditional Chinese Medicine (or TCM), has recently become popular in the West as an alte
ative to traditional medicine. In order to ...ARTArticleTreat DepressionIf you are so depressed your sadness is clouding your life, get help. If you are being treated for the physical pain but not the psychological issues, it is not enough. If you are on an anti-depressant talk to the doctor who prescribed it. Sometimes anti-depressants or related medications are ...ARTArticleTriathlon camps and how to chose one.As triathletes we are often looked at as slightly mad by those who aren't – questions like “you do what?” and “for how long?” - often followed by “why?” The last being an excellent question and one that is worth considering yourself. However for now – let's think about what it's like to be an athlete often confronted with these questions with no-one nearby offering support.ARTArticleTrigger Point Therapy And Referred PainHuman bodies have not changed much in the past 10,000 years; however, during the last 150 years, we have greatly changed our lifestyles. Our bodies deal with new chemicals, sleep habits, physical tasks, indoor lighting, noise, and other unnatural stimulation. The increase of psychological ...ARTArticleTrue or False-Is the Freshman Fifteen Real?The "freshman 15" is the name for the weight gain that incoming students often see during their first year of college. In this era when food has more "cred," aka credibility, campus dining halls and restaurants offer more options than years ago. Research indicates that the "freshman 15" is both fact and fallacy. Incoming college freshmen do gain weight in the first year, but it might not add up to 15 pounds. Studies show that typically the students see a gain of four to ten pounds during the first year of college.ARTArticleType 3 Diabetes The Next Global EpidemicType 3 Diabetes is when the brain stops or reduces the acceptance of the brain's secreted insulin within the brain's cell receptors.
Diabetes type 1 and type 2 derive from the decline of insulin produced within the pancreas to the point where there is no insulin produced. Yet, in recent years, scientists have found that insulin is also produced within the brain. This has led to the recognition of diabetes type 3 in 2005.ARTArticleUnderstanding AgingAging is something that every human must face in their lives, but thanks to modern day research, there is a way to do it gracefully. There are two ways you can go about aging; one way is to just let it come and hope for the best, the other way is to take every possible, and most of the time ...ARTArticleUnderstanding Candida Yeast InfectionsThis article is based on what I’ve learned from helping people conquer candida. I’ve made it quite extensive because:
1. Candida can literally wipe out your life.
2. You may have many health problems that you didn't know were caused by candida.
3. There are many different issues that must be dealt with to resolve tough cases of candida.ARTArticleUnknown Benefits Of FiberQuinn’s Health Quiz
How Can I Lose Weight and Start Feeling Younger Today?
By Quinn Raines,
nquinn@warmspringswellness.com
Do you remember how wonderful you felt at only 20 pounds lighter? Well, if you’re looking for a revolutionary way to feel younger, have more energy, and stay slim, ...ARTArticleUpekkha Reiki for The DyingAt the end of life, or when a person is near death, we want to help in that special transition through a process of energy which we will refer to as Upekkha. This word translates roughly as Equanimity or "evenness of mind even under stress." It is the goal then to assist the patient near death ...ARTArticleUse Meditation instead of MedicationsThe term meditation refers to a broad variety of practices which range from techniques designed to promote relaxation, contacting spiritual guides, building internal energy (chi, ki, prana, etc.), receiving psychic visions, getting closer to a god, seeing past lives, taking astral jou
eys, and so forth, to more technical exercises targeted at developing compassion, love, patience, generosity, forgiveness and more far-reaching goals such as effortless sustained single-pointed concentration,[3] single-pointed analysis,[4] and an indestructible sense of well-being while engaging in any and allARTArticleUse Your Nose for Effective Stress ReliefWhether it's a bad day at the office or a stressful day at home, there is nothing like stress relief through the use of aromatherapy. What is so distinctive about aromatherapy is the use of your sense of smell to help heal your mind. Essential oils are use to provide mental, spiritual, and ...ARTArticleUseful Tips About Golf Swing BasicsGolf is one of the most popular sports. It is very easy to pick up and can be learned in minutes but will take you years to master. If you want to be good at this sport, golf swing basics is something you must learn because your stroke can make or break your game.
Keeping in mind these tips will help you enjoy success when playing. There are many elements to the golf swing and you must be familiar with all of them in order to have an effective stroke.ARTArticleUsing Holistic Medical Solutions in Order to Manage Minor IllnessesTreating moderate health conditions utilizing alte
ative medical treatment methods can be often a wonderful technique to introduce someone to the concept of natural healthcare science and natural treatment options. Natural medical treatments for minor wounds and conditions could be as straightforward as utilizing ice to help remedy swelling and soreness, or maybe as complex as taking an herbal or naturopathic remedy.
Chiropractic Care Alte
ative Medical TreatmentsARTArticleVitamin B12 importance in achieving Total WellnessVitamin B12 depletion and deficiency are much more common than previously thought, especially in the over-60 population. In fact, it’s believed that almost one in four people over 60 have deficient levels of this vital vitamin.
Equally disturbing are emerging signs that other age groups harbor suboptimal blood levels of B12 as well.
Why is vitami
B12 deficiency such a big deal?
Your body depends on vitami
B12 for a host of functions, including…
Helping to maintain normal energy levels*
Promoting healthy neurological activity, including mental alertness*rARTArticleWatch Your Waistline - 5 Tips for Eating OutIf you are eating out a lot you are putting your waistline at risk!. Follow these 5 simple tips to eating healthy while eating at your favorite restaurants.
1. Never go to a restaurant starving! You are setting yourself up for failure right from the start. Have a quick snack before you go if ...ARTArticleWater - The CrisisImagine a world without water.
Imagine a world where the only water available for drinking or for bathing is polluted, contaminated and deadly.
Imagine a world where people die every day from dehydration – a condition that causes heart disease, kidney failure, cancer.
Our bodies are 70 – 80% ...ARTArticleWeight Loss and Diet Plan - Not Just For The OverweightThis is an example of how one person was living with a health problem that was undetectable on the surface. I once had a problem with my weight and it affected my cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Although not overweight by most estimates - either by eye or by scale - there was an underlying problem that was revealed through a simple blood test. Test results showed cholesterol levels at 242 and triglyceride levels were off the chart (which may have been due to a non-fasting test). The before pic was taken in Aug 2004.ARTArticleWeight Loss and Insulin ResistanceInsulin resistance is rising with epidemic proportions.
Insulin resistance is a state in which the body cannot use insulin effectively.
Insulin is needed to help control the amount of sugar in the body. As a result, blood sugar and fat levels rise. When you eat a high carbohydrate diet, your insulin levels go very high. Insulin is needed to move sugar throughout your body. It helps carry sugar into your cells. When you are eating a lot of sugar and carbohydrate foods your insulin level has to go up to meet this demand. In fact, every time you eat anything your insulin levels go up.ARTArticleWell done you are the proud owner of a coach……..Great, you googled/got a recommendation/went through your triathlon club/went on a triathlon training camp, or whatever and you are now the proud owner of a triathlon coach! So erm what do you do with them!?
As a coach, we know our role – we provide a training plan based on your initial questionnaire/consultation that has sessions including details of pace/heart rate/power output/distance/time/splits/recovery. We also offer advice on races/realistic goals /race strategy/fueling/equipment/technique and how to have a positive mindset.ARTArticleWhat Are The Advantages Of Working With A Personal Trainer At A Studio Over A Gym?Personal Training has become a popular service today. You can easily find a trainer to help you reach your fitness goals all over the place. You will see trainers working with gym members, teaching outside at beaches and parks, or you can even have a trainer visit you at your home to work. You can get great results from any of these methods. The main conce
is that you have a certified trainer that is keeping you motivated. On top of all of these places to work with a trainer, private studios are popping up more and more.ARTArticleWhat Causes Muscle Growth?Even with today's technology, everything is still not completely understood on what causes muscle growth. There are actually a whole series of biological processes that are triggered after hard, heavy weight training.
These processes work together to repair the muscle fiber and produce an ...ARTArticleWhat If You Could Prevent Your Skin From Wrinkling?My female patients always tell me “gosh, I hate getting old. Feels like my body’s falling apart and these wrinkles are killing me because not only do I feel old, but I look old too!” It still amazes me how much money women spend on cosmetic products just to make themselves ...ARTArticleWhat is Autism Remediation?The word “remediation” is very important in the work my colleagues and I do with families affected by autism and other neuro-developmental disabilities, but it is a word that is unfamiliar to many people. I thought I would take a moment this week to talk about what remediation means in general, ...ARTArticleWhat is Chinese Tui Na?The Chinese word, Tui Na, means push (Tui) grab (Na). This ancient form of massage is one of the essential foundations of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It has been practiced for thousands of years by martial artists, Qi Gong practitioners, and healers around the world to maintain health ...ARTArticleWhat Is Reiki?Reiki is the union of two Japanese words, “Rei” (meaning “spiritual/divine consciousness”) and “Ki” (meaning “life force energy). Reiki is “Divinely Guided Life Force Energy”. The Chinese call this energy “Chi” and the same energy is known as “Prana” in Sanskrit.
Reiki was founded by Mikao ...ARTArticleWhat is Sangha Acupuncture?It seems to me everywhere that I turn there is something telling me what clothes to buy, foods to eat, and medications to ask my doctor about. There is pressure to provide for my family, climb the corporate ladder, be the right size; the list could go on and on.
In ancient China, doctors were ...ARTArticleWhat is Zen-TouchZen-Touch™ is a form of body therapy that combines:
“Zen” - A state of being where one is flowing in harmony with the forces of nature. When wenexperience this place we feel a sense of Oneness... Unity... with the divine. We can all recall times, perhaps moments when our life ...ARTArticleWhat Sandwiched Boomers Can Learn From Tim RussertThere have been non-stop tributes to Tim Russert - from erudite political friends to strangers traveling long distances to pay their respects. He was the toughest interviewer in broadcast jou
alism and few had come even close to rattling him. He clearly understood how the media game is ...