Posts

Greer Childers, creator of BodyFlex, shares secret for weight loss success. Image Credit: Jupiterimages/Stockbyte/Getty Images Greer Childers is notoriously famous for creating the BodyFlex weight-loss program. For over 20 years, she has been sharing her secret for weight-loss success. BodyFlex is unique in that it utilizes a specialized accelerated aerobic breathing technique, resistance training, and a reduced calorie meal plan that burns fat while building lean muscle. Some individuals highly praise Greer Childers exercises to aid in their weight-loss success....

references Nemours KidsHealth: "Strength Training" American Council on Exercise: "Strength Training for Kids: A Guide for Parents and Teachers" Stanford Children's Health: "Weight Training for Teens" U.S. Department of Health & Human Services: "Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans" American Academy of Pediatrics: "Effects of Puberty on Sports Performance: What Parents Need to Know" Hospital for Special Surgery: "Strength and Conditioning for Kids: How and Why?" Children as young as 7 or 8 can start working out with light weights....

Close-up of a woman's feet while taking a brisk walk. Image Credit: Likoper/iStock/Getty Images If you are experiencing aches on the side of your abdomen while running or during brisk walking, you are not alone. Fitness Expert Brad Walker of the Stretching Institutes reports an estimated 70 percent of runners experience cramping – referred to as side stitches – within a 12-month period. The pain caused by side stitches is the result of the diaphragm muscle cramping, although what causes the muscle to cramp is uncertain....

Veal kidney is high in protein but also high in saturated fat and cholesterol. Image Credit: Svitlana Romanenko/iStock/GettyImages Searing up sliced beef kidney with sautéed onions and simmering a whole kidney in beef stock are both surefire ways to up your protein intake. Advertisement You'll also get several vitamins and minerals from your kidney dish. While beef kidney is a rich protein and nutrient source, it does contain food components that aren't particularly healthy for you....

A man in a tank top does curls in a gym as he looks at himself in the mirror.. Image Credit: Wavebreakmedia/iStock/Getty Images Picture someone showing off their muscles, envisioning the person revealing popping biceps muscles. The muscles termed short head and long head make up the biceps brachii. The biceps rest on the upper arm, starting their connection to the body on the scapula and running downward and inserting into the forearm, more specifically, the radius bone....

There are strategies you can use to minimize the bulking belly fat accumulation. Image Credit: Thomas Tolstrup/Stone/GettyImages During the off-season, when competitions are in the distant future, most bodybuilders go on a “bulking cycle” in which they try to add as much muscle mass as possible. Bulking is necessary if you want to develop your physique, although one consequence of bulking is short-term fat gain. But there are strategies you can use to minimize the bulking belly fat accumulation....

Caffeine is most commonly found in your morning cup of coffee. Image Credit: demaerre/iStock/Getty Images About Erectile Dysfunction Erectile dysfunction (ED), a condition where a man has difficulty achieving and maintaining an erection, occurs in 18 percent of men over the age of 20, according to research published in the February 2007 issue of “The American Journal of Medicine.” According to this research, this problem becomes more common as men age – as many as 70 percent of men age 70 and older report this concern....

Image Credit: SerrNovik/iStock/GettyImages Your body is constantly burning calories, whether or not you're working out. The number of calories you burn every day just to function normally is called your resting metabolic rate. The higher this number is, the easier it is to burn fat. Unfortunately, your metabolism is extremely hard to control—even exercise has little effect. Advertisement Resting Metabolic Rate Most cardio machines have display monitors that show how many calories you’ve burned during your workout....

Fresh organic collard greens on a table. Image Credit: bhofack2/iStock/Getty Images Collard greens are generally considered a healthy food due to their high content of dietary fiber and vitamin C. As part of the cabbage family, collard greens are also a low-calorie food. However, the high fiber content of collard greens can lead to bloating, particularly if you have a sensitive stomach. Consult your doctor before making significant changes to your diet....

You need a balanced diet while you are breastfeeding. Breastfeeding provides many benefits to your baby as it helps develop the bond between you and your child and also boosts your child's immune system. However, the substances that you ingest can affect your breast milk. Protein shakes are generally safe for pregnant women, but talk to your doctor before using protein shakes while breastfeeding. Advertisement Protein Shakes Protein shakes are beverages that are made with high protein ingredients or that have been fortified with purified protein powders....

Running outside carries a smaller risk of bacterial or viral infection compared with running inside near others. Image Credit: lzf/iStock/GettyImages There’s no question that exercise is good for your physical, mental and emotional health — no matter where you choose to get active. Advertisement But when the pandemic led gyms across the nation to shut their doors, more Americans than ever began working out in the fresh air, according to an August 2020 report from the Outdoor Industry Association....

A chicken breast stuffed with spinach served with a green salad. Image Credit: Lesyy/iStock/Getty Images Baked chicken and salads can be healthy and low-calorie, but if you’re trying to lose weight, you have to pay attention to how you prepare them and your overall calories. As with any other food, you can gain weight if you eat chicken prepared the wrong way and salads with high-calorie dressings and high-fat ingredients. You also have to pay attention to how much you eat....

Taking certain antidepressants with too much caffeine can cause serious reactions. Image Credit: Chanintorn Vanichsawangphan / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages In This Article Luvox (Fluvoxamine) Zoloft (Sertraline) Lexapro (Escitalopram) Celexa (Citalopram) Prozac (Fluoxetine) Effexor (Venlafaxine) Wellbutrin (Bupropion) Cymbalta (Duloxetine) Prescription medication can be essential for some people living with depression, anxiety or another mental health condition. But can you mix sources of caffeine — like coffee or energy drinks — and antidepressants or anti-anxiety meds?...

Raise the level intensity for teenagers in circuit training. Image Credit: FatCamera/E+/GettyImages Introducing kids to circuit training can be a fun way to get them involved in physical fitness and put them on the path to a lifelong enjoyment of exercise. From simple games to weightlifting, children’s circuit training exercises should be adapted to the level of the kids performing the circuit. Advertisement Younger Children's Circuit Training Exercises If you want to get younger children physically active, take into account short attention spans by letting kids play games and compete against other or the clock and keeping score....

Getting enough calcium in your diet during pregnancy is not only important for your baby’s bones but yours too. While it’s not safe for you to drink raw milk, you can drink calcium-rich cultured milk, also known as buttermilk, as long as it’s pasteurized. Talk to your doctor for help following a safe and healthy diet during pregnancy. What Is Cultured Milk? It was once the milk left over after making butter, hence the name buttermilk....

GNC Burn 60 is an over-the-counter diet pill that promises to help you burn more calories after each dose. I Image Credit: Kenishirotie/iStock/GettyImages GNC Burn 60 is an over-the-counter diet pill that promises to help you burn more calories after each dose. In this way, the GNC thermogenics product targets consumers who are working on their diets, but want to see results more quickly. Advertisement The marketing on the GNC product page and elsewhere on the internet touts the clinical research backing the pills, and promises an "all-natural" solution to your personal weight loss needs....

Group fitness class doing leg squats. Image Credit: KatarzynaBialasiewicz/iStock/Getty Images Deadlifts and squats are primarily lower body exercises and will not increase the size of your arms. Depending on the type of deadlift or squat that you do, your arms will sometimes work to hold on to weight or to stabilize your body. But this amount of work is not sufficient enough to build muscle. Increasing your arm size will require a better upper body approach during your workout....

Caffeine is considered mildly addictive. Water helps your blood cells carry oxygen and nutrients to your organs, and also helps them carry away waste. Unfortunately, drinking a lot of water won't flush caffeine out of your system any faster than would happen normally. Still, the good news is that drinking several glasses of water a day helps keep your blood flowing smoothly. Even better news is that if you're trying to rid your system of caffeine, staying well-hydrated can help a little bit with the headaches that come with caffeine withdrawal....

Caffeinated soda may increase your lung activity. Image Credit: Bataleki/iStock/Getty Images Indulging in a cold can of soda may perk you up, but drinking soda too frequently can be bad for your health. The high sugar content increases your risk of dental cavities and causes your blood sugar levels to fluctuate. Caffeinated or diet sodas may also affect your lungs because key ingredients modulate respiratory system activity. Talk to your doctor about your soda consumption to make sure it is safe for you....

Standard push-ups are still effective at training your chest. Image Credit: vladans/iStock/Getty Images The Perfect Pushup promises big arms, a ripped chest and a cut abdomen, but does it really deliver? The models in the infomercials and ads suggests that it does, but those aren’t average people. Advertisement The Perfect Pushup consists of two handles on small rotating platforms, designed to work with the natural movement of your arms and shoulders....