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• Is there such a thing as double yuck?

  Published: July 25, 2007, 2:28 pm

  Tags: Therapy Toys, Grip Strengthening, Strength Training

  I had them over, [translation = against my will] to three sets of all too willing hands, but I avert my eyes so I do not have to look at the disgusting things. I find it hard to believe that I have shelled out hard cash for these most revolting items. [translation = $3.99 each] I remind myself that it's all in the cause of therapy.

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• 8 Tips to Lose 15 pounds in 12 weeks

  Published: July 30, 2007, 3:39 pm

  Tags: H I I T, 12 Week Challenge, Strength Training, Fitness

  getting an amazing training partner can be a particularly important part of any program. whether strength training, interval training, playing sports, or whatever physical activity you choose to do, it’s ALWAYS going to be easier if you have someone to do it with. A great training partner is holding you directly accountable,

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• Training Log: Day 68/69

  Published: July 26, 2007, 10:54 am

  Tags: H I I T, Strength Training, Fitness

  Lifting legs went well yesterday morning, been trying to hold better form during squats. Frisbee last night was good, a little running after a hard lifting session seems to get the blood flowing and prevent some of the hardcore soreness i occasionally get. this morning’s interval running also went well, felt a lot better than Tuesday.

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• Lifting Tips

  Published: August 7, 2007, 4:30 pm

  Tags: 8 Moves, Lifting Tips, Strength Training, Tips, Weight Training

  strength training has been added to the new exercise guidelines you might be looking for a little guidance. Here are a few tips to help. The new guidelines recommend strength training 2 days a week. The days should be non-consecutive since you need to give your muscles time to recover. Warm up with some cardio before lifting by spending

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• What to Do First: Cardio or Weights

  Published: August 16, 2007, 1:15 pm

  Tags: Cardio, Lifting Weights, Strength Training

  my focus for the workout is strength training, I will warm up and cool down with a little cardio, but spend most of my time lifting weights. This way my lifting form is not compromised by my tired muscles. I think this helps prevent injury too. Here is a scientific reason that I factor in to my decision making process: Lifting weights first

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• Lifting Tip: Vary Your Lift Speed

  Published: September 6, 2007, 1:15 pm

  Tags: Lifiting Tip, Strength Training, Tempo, Varying Lifting Speed, Weight Lifting

  system by doing interval training or using fartlek techniques, you can increase the benefits of weight training by varying the tempo of your reps. While very slow repetitions challenge the endurance strength of the muscle, it is important to incorporate a variety of tempos to your workout, including medium speeds as well as super slow. You

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• Balanced Workout: Cardio & Weight Training

  Published: September 6, 2007, 4:30 pm

  Tags: Aerobics, Cardio, Dr Kenneth Cooper, Muscular Conditioning, Strength Training

  time you should allocate for strength training in your workout. He found that as he aged he was able to maintain his aerobic endurance but lacked strength. Here is what Cooper suggests: Age in decade Cardio Training Strength Training 30s 80% 20% 40s 70% 30% 50s 60% 40% If you are in your 20s,

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• Updates……including training

  Published: August 28, 2007, 3:49 pm

  Tags: H I I T, Personal Growth, Chicago, Strength Training, Fitness, Boulder, Work, Life

  Spent a good weekend in chicago filming more videos, this time at Navy Pier. Got a little sunburned, SHAME on me. Flew back Monday morning and went into work, then went straight to the gym for a truly ass kicking afternoon chest/triceps session. Nearly passed out in the Sauna, then headed home for a bit before meeting stan for some drinks in

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• Power Lifting: Day 1

  Published: September 17, 2007, 10:12 am

  Tags: 4 Week Power, Strength Training, Fitness

  Casey and I started a new intense 4 week lifting cycle today. Instead of 3 days a week, we’re bumping up to 5 for the short duration so we can more intensely focus on specific muscles. Despite an exhausting weekend, little sleep, and the knowledge of extremely long days ahead of us, we had a killer chest session this morning and really

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• You Asked: Strength Training For First Timers

  Published: October 2, 2007, 7:00 am

  Tags: Beginner Strength Training Program, You Asked

  absolutely right, starting a strength training routine can be daunting so I hope I can help. According to new exercise guidelines for healthy adults, it is recommended that 8-10 exercises using the major muscle groups be performed on two non-consecutive days by healthy adults. To maximize strength development, a resistance (weight) should be used

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• France Ready For England During Saturday's World Cup Semi-Final

  Published: October 9, 2007, 5:40 pm

  Tags: France, New Zealand, Cardiff, England, Fully, Manager, Maso, Mignoni, Paris, Pierre, Player, Reporters, Saturday, Says, Scrumhalf, Semi Final, Sports, Squad, Stade, Strength, Training, World Cup

  "France will be at full strength for Saturday's World Cup semi-final against England at the Stade de France, team m read more

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• Lifting Tip: Lighten Up Your Grip

  Published: October 11, 2007, 2:00 pm

  Tags: Grip, Lifting Tip, Strength Training

  You know when you are driving on a curvy road in a heavy rain storm, and you are gripping the steering wheel so tightly your knuckles turn white? That death grip you have on the wheel doesn't translate into more control over the car. Same goes for when you are lifting weights. You don't need to grip the weights as if you were trying to squeeze

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• 5 Reasons You Should Be Lifting Weights

  Published: November 29, 2007, 4:30 pm

  Tags: Benefits Of Strength Training, Resistance Training, Weight Lifting

  training, weight lifting, strength training they are all variations of the same theme. If you are resistant to adding strength training into your program let me share the five great reasons to start pumping iron according to realbuzz.com. Here are the highlights: Maintains strength: Everything we do requires all-round body

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• Personal Trainer Boca Raton - Lose Weight Boca Raton Fitness ...

  Published: December 9, 2007, 11:29 pm

  Tags: Aerobics Training, Exercise Fitness Workout, Fitness Aerobics, Fitness Consulting, Fitness Exercise Program, Fitness Strength Training, Fitness Trainer, Fitness Website, Fitness Workout Dvd, Fitness Workout Programs, Health, Health Trainer, Physical Fitness Exerc

  Personal Trainer in Boca Raton South Florida will help you lose weight and get in shape. Fitness Training in Boca Raton Florida.read more

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• GFFI :: Course Certification :: Senior Fitness Trainer Certification

  Published: December 9, 2007, 11:27 pm

  Tags: Aerobics Training, Exercise Fitness Workout, Fitness Aerobics, Fitness Consulting, Fitness Exercise Program, Fitness Strength Training, Fitness Trainer, Fitness Website, Fitness Workout Dvd, Fitness Workout Programs, Health, Health Trainer, Physical Fitness Exerc

  Senior Fitness Instructor course / certification, GFFI an education center dedicated to personal trainers, fitness instructors and fitness trainers for ...read more

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