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The 6 Secrets to Transforming Your Legs—and Ultimately Your Whole Body

About a year ago, I decided to fully dedicate myself to transforming my legs. Which might sound funny, given that I’m the Fitness Director of Men’s Health . But let me give you some context: Here at  MH , I specialize in making fitness videos. In fact, you can see me in our brand’s videos on Facebook Instagram, and, of course, MensHealth.com. (You can also see me in The Get Back in Shape Workout—a DVD program that will help you build a fitter, stronger body in just 28 days.) Which is a lot of fun, but also has its drawbacks. Namely, lots of people like to share their opinions about how I  look . Or more specifically, how my  legs  look. But not in a good way. One day, I got fed up with all of the “someone skipped leg day” comments, and decided to do something about it.  To be clear, I’ve never been one to skip leg day. However, my history of knee injuries had made it difficult for me to train my lower body as often or as hard as I want to....

Home Remedies for Weight Loss

Some of the home remedies for weight loss include regular exercise, yoga, a proper diet, inclusion of fruits and vegetables to your diet, switching from sugars to alternatives, along with avoiding meat intake, crash diets, and special diets. What is Obesity? Obesity is the condition which is characterized by having more body fat than normal. Obesity has become a major issue for many people in the recent times. Overweight is a complaint from many people, especially from people living in urban areas. Specifically, it is found in people with less or no physical activity. Obesity is a rampant problem in the world today, and it seems like everyone has their own special tips and tricks for losing weight. According to average daily human calorie needs, men need 2500 calories per day and women need about 1800 to 2000 calories per day. However, on average, we tend to consume more than 2500 calories per day and excess of energy is not used by the body and is instead s...

Drink That Melts Belly Fat Faster Than Running-Results in 6 Days!

You want to lose belly fat, but you are tired of doing exercises. We suggest trying this powerful natural drink to help you reduce the stubborn fat accumulated around the abdomen without doing any workout. Why this drink is so special for melting your belly fat? The secret why this beverage is so beneficial for all those who want to reduce the abdominal fat is due to the careful selection of its ingredients. Catechins found in blueberries activate fat-burning genes in abdominal fat cells to assist with weight loss, and belly fat loss in particular.  According to research at Tufts University, regularly ingesting catechins increases abdominal fat loss by 77 percent and double total weight loss. Spinach-kale combination is perfect choice for all those who want to get rid of the belly fat. They are rich source of calcium and we all know how important getting enough calcium is to our bone strength and health, but what else does this element do for us? Calcium also helps promote ...

Health Benefits of Physical Activity

The health benefits of physical activity include a decreased risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, obesity, osteoporosis, certain types of cancers such as colon cancer and breast cancer, stress, anxiety, and depression. It is beneficial in improving general well being, brain health, weight loss, and Parkinson’s disease. Doctors, medical experts, and general practitioners all advise people to take up a routine of physical activity and dietary changes to increase health. Exercise helps to burn up any excess calories. One can take up not just strict exercise regimes, but also simple physical activities such as brisk walking, using the stairs more often, and even household chores. This is particularly true about patients with a history of stroke. Physical activity or exercise for most urban people has been on a steady decline for many years now. Lack of considerable physical activity has been attributed to the development of many diseases such as cardiovascular dis...

Health Benefits of Playing Sports

=============================================================================================================================================================================================================== Some of the health benefits of playing sports include the efficient functioning of the heart, controlled diabetes, lower cholesterol levels, improved blood circulation, lower hypertension, and lower stress levels. It helps in weight management, the toning of muscles and the strengthening of bones. It also brings positive energy, discipline, and helps in building self-esteem and mutual respect. Playing Sports is More Than Fun! Playing sports is a favorite activity for many people around the world. It provides us with enjoyment and also freshens up our mind. However, playing sports is actually more than mere running, jumping, or kicking a ball on the field. Indulging in sports helps our body to function smoothly and more efficiently. Sports involve the activity of each an...

How to get relief from pain during labor and delivery?

Delivery is the toughest time for every lady on this earth. Along with the pleasure of having a newborn, she also suffers from great pain in the labor room. By hearing about the pain during the delivery every lady becomes frightened. They must be thinking about the ways to get relief from the pain. There are many institutions that provide the childbirth classes. Relaxation with breathtaking techniques is taught to every pregnant lady so that she does not feel much pain during the delivery time. The pain during the pregnancy period may differ from one woman to another. Some women get great relief with the techniques taught in the pre motherhood classes. But, for some ladies this is not enough. Rather, they need more medications. Comfortable child birth with less pain There are several ways of getting your child out in this world with less pain. You can easily find it out with a little research on the techniques. You can also speak to your doctor to get the medication that ...