Every woman needs to find time for herself, and time to take care of herself. The bad news is that a majority of Americans are overweight and out of shape. The good news about fitness is that it's never too late. And exercise can be fun and you'll feel better. Whether you go for a walk, take an aerobics class, join a weight-training class, or any number of other exercise programs, make taking care of your body a habit. The Home Spa's Fitness Center is devoted to the discussion of getting, being, and staying healthy and fit. Below, you will find brief intros to each posting.
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Fitness-Related Benefits of Massage by Jon Gestl
Ask someone their reason for getting a massage and you're likely to hear "because it feels good." We all know that a massage can relieve stress, help to make sore muscles feel better and even reduce anxiety, but can it help us achieve our fitness goals? Research shows that the massage you get to relieve stress can also have a positive effect on your muscle-building capabilities and fitness level. Read More . . .
Top 10 Fitness Mistakes by Jon Gestl
Most fitness goals include weight loss, or the reduction of fat content, in one way or another. Whether we want to lose a couple pounds, change a clothing size, or gain muscle mass, loss and control of our fat content is usually part of the plan.
Just as it is necessary to know what steps to take to meet your individual fitness goals, it is just as important to know what not to do. Avoid the following top ten mistakes that are sure to ruin your fitness efforts: Read More . . .
Want to Do Everything Better? Build A Strong Core by Dianne Villano
Core strength and stability is increasingly recognized as a vital part of fitness. So what is it and how do you go about getting it? The past five years have seen growing interest in resistance, or weight training programs, aimed at achieving core strength and stability. While some of us might think apples when we hear the word "core." the word certainly doesn't refer to a throw-away aspect of fitness.
What is core strength? The muscles of the "core" are primarily those of the trunk and pelvis. The core muscles stabilize the spine and effectively move the body with varying loads. Read More . . .
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