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The belly fat is due to the storage of excess fats all over the body especially in the tummy region. This disease can bring about formidable consequences. People suffering with belly fats are prone to heart related troubles and cholesterol problems. There is also a risk of cancer in the colon when you suffer with belly fats. It is best to depend on natural ways of belly fat reduction especially the exercising methods. The toe circles and the leg cycling are couple of finest exercises to strain the abdomen region to get rid of belly fats. The toe circle exercise can be done in the bed in the morning and in the night before you get up and when you go to sleep respectively. Lie on a flat surface on your back. Keep your legs parallel together. Lay down your arms on the floor as well. Take good breathes and prepare your body mentally for exercise. Breathe in slowly and by mild exhalation, raise your legs off the floor and ensure that you keep your legs together. Also, legs must be kept ...

During pregnancy, regular exercise is essential for you if you want to have a healthy delivery. There are exercises designed for pregnant women and most of them are actually so simple you can do them while enjoying at the same time. Your health and the health of your baby are very important so before you try any of these exercise routines, ensure that you have the approval of your doctor. Pregnancy exercises should be kept simple but effective at the same time. Walking is definitely best described by those two words that is why it is one of the exercises you should keep doing all throughout the stages of your pregnancy. Enjoy walking for at least 30 minutes 3 or 4 times a week to strengthen your knee joints and leg muscles. Walking is effective in strengthening the abs as well. There's no way you cannot swim while you are pregnant. Most pregnant women consider swimming as the best form of exercise since it allows them to take advantage of the water's buoyancy and just relie...

In today's world less and less time is spent on our health. Exercising has become a very small priority in many of our lives. We all know that we should exercise and while many of us want to, we feel that exercise just simply would not fit into our current life style for various reasons. Exercise is particularly important when trying to lose weight. I bet you know this and the other benefits of exercise as well as the next person. We all do. However, the majority of people continue to either do the least amount of exercise they can or simply do none at all. If we all know the benefits, then why are we not doing enough exercise? Let's consider four common excuses and what we can do about them. No Time to Exercise? This is one of the main reasons for lack of exercise. However, it is not about the amount of time we have available but how we use it. Look at what your do on a daily basis. Could you get up half an hour earlier and fit something in? How about the hour or s...

Sodium is the most important mineral that is lost in sweat during prolonged exercise. Marathon runners are particularly susceptible to hyponatremia, a deficiency of sodium. Other important electrolytes include magnesium, potassium and calcium. In addition to electrolytes, several key vitamins that are important for energy metabolism, including vitamin B3, B5, B6, B12 and folic acid. Zinc and chromium are co-factors for the enzymes involved in energy production. Vitamin C and zinc are antioxidants that help reduce oxidative stress that occurs after strenuous activity. Recent studies have shown an increase in plasma homocysteine in athletes after strong physical activity. Vitamins B6, B12 and folic acid help reduce homocysteine levels. Calcium, vitamin C and Aloe vera may also aid in recovery after strenuous physical activity. Calcium Calcium participates in muscle contraction and nerve transmission. Calcium is a component of bone, and is particularly important for female a...

Mankind evolved over millions of years to survive by walking or running to chase prey or gather food. It was often difficult to digest and was scarce. And yet in the space of a mere few hundred years we have become the masters of our environment, and food has become plentiful. In the modern world we are surrounded by machines and gadgets that allow us to avoid almost all physical effort. The food we can buy often contains large amounts of sugar and fat. Boredom, which might otherwise have motivated us to become active, is satisfied by television and video games and other sedentary activities. But in the western world over-eating and lack of exercise is having a catastrophic effect on health. Not only do we put on weight, but our cardiovascular systems, evolved for regular use, lose their potency. Like any machinery left unused, the components begin to rust and seize up. The risk is that when they are needed they fail suddenly and catastrophically. We become vulnerable to heart diseas...

As we all know, sports are the best way to keep your body and mind fit. The outdoor and sometimes even indoor games help people to enhance their mental and physical performance. Cycling is the game for youths. Cycling is the best way to build self-confidence of doing something and to make ourselves believe that we can work even harder to achieve results. In this regard, summer time is the best time for the bicycle race. In this game, the majority of participants are youngsters. Cycling can be organized in day time as well as in night time. Just like in any other racing games, the track length in cycling varies from a short one to longer ones. There are some racing tournament that extends from one state to another. Indeed, a test of endurance. Cycling is an international level sport which is also helpful for tuning of the body. In this game, people push the paddle of the bicycle and in that case it's the exact and accurate exercise of the body. People who become obese due to any...

Parents should provide their kids with fun ways to stay healthy. Kids need tools to help them keep in shape. Too many kids stay inside too much and don't get enough exercise through out the day. There are many fun ways to encourage kids to stay in shape and I will share some of my ideas in this article. Most adults would probably say that exercising is tedious and boring. However kids often times think that it is exciting. I think this is because everything is very new to children and plus they usually have tons of energy just waiting to get out of them. There are so many fun ways for parents to encourage there kids to start getting active. There are tons of outdoor activities like volleyball nets, basketball nets and other fun lawn games. There are many indoor activities too! You can get safe colorful tumbling mats or indoor kids exercise equipment. There are even video games especially made to help kids get healthy. The Fisher Price Smart cycle can actually help kids instead ...

I am off to buy a new bike today after my last one was 'borrowed' by an unknown party. So, I thought it would be a good time to talk about the benefits of cycling. I did not grow up with a bike, so for me cycling is not something that comes naturally at all. However, now that our roads are becoming safer and dedicated bike paths are much more common, there are some great reasons to get in the saddle... 1. Simple to get started The great thing about cycling is that you can decide how much you want to invest. Unlike a gym or other fitness activities, there is no monthly fee or regular outgoings. There is a lot of equipment to choose from, but if you keep things simple you can get started for a very reasonable cost. My tips include buying a second hand bike or keeping an eye out for the end of season sales. You will find some great discounts this way. Once you are committed to the sport, then you can decide what added extras you want to invest in. My favourite is the ...

If your plan is to go live abroad, or if you’re just looking for your next holiday destination – have you ever considered traveling to Icaria, Costa Rica or Japan? Their inhabitants are among the world’s healthiest and oldest populations. In addition, there are even more places you should definitely pay a visit. Dan Buettner, American explorer, educator & author, called them “blue zones.” People who live in those blue zones are said to live a happy and looooong life: Nicoya, Costa Rica Every resident who turns 100 is presented in the news there. In 2012, an incredible 417 people celebrated their 100th birthday in Nicoya. One of their secrets of longevity is sleep. They go to sleep right after sunset, then rise with the sun the next morning. Sardinia, Italy On the island of Sardinia, people still hunt, fish and cultivate their foods themselves. Family-related values are of utmost importance there, leading to a long and happy life. The Sardinians are convinced that a strong, hea...

Are you feeling tired and a bit under the weather? Are you often sick during the cold months of the year? We all know this problem. But if you keep a few simple things in mind, you can greatly reduce your chance of illness. We have put together the seven best tips for strengthening your immune system to help keep you healthy and fit during the winter. 1. Wash your hands & do it right How many times a day do you shake hands, touch doorknobs or handle money? Every day we come into contact with thousands of germs and bacteria. Wash your hands several times a day with plenty of soap and warm water for 15-20 seconds. 2. Clean your tech devices regularly Your devices are also teeming with germs. You touch your smartphone, tablet or laptop hundreds of times a day. Clean them on a regular basis and don’t be afraid to use disinfectants. 3. Eat a healthy and balanced diet (garlic, cauliflower and broccoli are unknown miracle workers) What’s not to like about broccoli and cauliflowe...

Say Goodbye to Takeaway: Homemade Broccoli and Shrimp Stir-Fry Do you love Chinese food? Then this is the perfect recipe for you. This Asian broccoli and shrimp stir-fry is ready in only 10 minutes. Ingredients (serves 2): 1 Tbsp vegetable oil (canola or coconut oil) 350 g shrimps 350 g broccoli 1 tsp sesame seeds 1 spring onion (chopped) Ingredients for the sauce: 1 Tbsp ginger 1 garlic clove 2 Tbsp soy sauce 1 Tbsp oyster sauce 1 Tbsp rice vinegar 1 tsp cane sugar 1 tsp sesame oil 1 tsp cornstarch Instructions: Grate the ginger and press the garlic clove. Combine both with the rest of the ingredients for the sauce in a bowl. Heat the oil in a pan. Add the shrimps and stir-fry for a couple of minutes. Then add the broccoli. When the vegetables are tender (about 5 minutes), pour the sauce over the top. Mix everything well. Sprinkle the broccoli and shrimp stir-fry with sesame seeds and chopped spring onions. Serve with rice. One serving (without rice) has 330 ca...

Instead of wasting your valuable time driving to the gym or waiting for your favorite machine to free up, try these at-home bodyweight exercises instead. These 3 are the best bodyweight exercises for burning calories, strengthening multiple muscle groups at once and getting in a great total-body workout! All of these exercises (and more!) can be found in the Runtastic Results app – start your 12-week training plan today! 1. Flat-out Burpees Get ready for your heart rate to elevate! We love burpees because they are a great metaphor for life – when you fall down to the ground, you get right back up! 2. Jump Squats Jumping exercises, also known as plyometrics, are great for fat burning and really activate your core. Not only are you working your big leg muscles, (quadriceps, hamstrings and glutes) but you’re also working your inner and outer thighs (adductors and abductors), calves and challenge your stabilization as well. If you’re not ready for jump squats yet, regular squats are g...