http://www.healthzine.org/feed/ http://www.healthzine.org/ Every day new articles and updated info on all your health, beauty and fitness concerns. Mon, 1 Dec 2008 04:01:50 +0100 Mon, 1 Dec 2008 04:01:50 +0100 http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/cardio-fitness http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/cardio-fitness There is much to say about balance. When everything is balanced, there is leverage, things are even. With such a state of equilibrium, you can expect a better footing which most likely results to stability and optimal benefits. Balance is advisably applied to health and fitness and life in general. Take the case of an exercise regimen. Many people are under the notion that a certain or specific kind of exercise would be most suited for them. Aerobic exercise had been a popular exercise scheme in the past. People were under the notion that aerobic physical activity alone will deliver the best fitness results. Wed, 17 Sep 2008 06:00:19 +0200 http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/walking-to-lose-weight http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/walking-to-lose-weight Most people do it all the time. They have to, and it just is. It is carried out unknowingly and people are oftentimes oblivious of its significance. Yes, it’s walking. You walk all around your house, and from your house to the car. And then from the car to your workplace. So it is with many and all other places. And then again, quite a number of people find walking unappealing. It entails effort, and not many people are up for it. But when you come to think of it, walking is beneficial in so many ways. And especially when done deliberately. Mon, 21 Jul 2008 06:45:56 +0200 http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/aerobics-routines http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/aerobics-routines People are just so busy nowadays, which can mean more stress. That’s why as much as a person may seem to have not enough time, they have to prioritize one crucial thing- stress relief and management. There has got to be time for slowing down or recharging because the body could break down, after all. So what are the best ways to relieve stress and be energized? Well, there’s meditation or yoga, sports for leisure and certain hobbies, among others. But stress relief measures actually don’t have to be expensive. And even if you invest time and resources for it, it will be worth it. Thu, 19 Jun 2008 05:33:06 +0200 http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/cardio-exercises http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/cardio-exercises Many people have weight issues to deal with. Blame it on the obesity epidemic which is on the other hand caused by many factors. You probably know that genetics play a role in obesity. It means it can run in families. But if you have a weight problem, you simply can’t sit around and brood over it. Sure you are overweight, but choose to do something about it. Lack of physical activity and bad eating habits are more often the causes of obesity. This basically has to do with lifestyle, and if this is your problem, choose to have a better one. Mon, 26 May 2008 15:12:57 +0200 http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/benefits-of-walking http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/benefits-of-walking What can be an easier exercise than walking, right? It certainly is better than carrying out some twisting and bending here and there. And worse, carrying heavy weights. But easy as it is, there are countless benefits of walking. What’s more, these benefits can be had at an easy cost- comfortable clothes and a good pair of shoes. Walking still remains as one of the best aerobic exercises. It means walking is good for the heart and lungs. The activity will benefit these organs. It will strengthen them and make them able to function more efficiently. Muscles, especially on the legs will be toned. Tue, 6 May 2008 11:33:07 +0200 http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/cardio-kickboxing http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/cardio-kickboxing There are many ways to lose weight when you are intent. There are numerous benefits as well, and they are rewarding at that. It has been said that weight loss ought to be done in the context of achieving overall health. Cardio exercise fits in to this criterion. With cardio exercise, your cardiovascular health will be improved. So is your body’s flexibility and endurance. Your respiration and circulation will be boosted, and you will feel good. Feeling good brought about by exercise is due to the release of endorphins or the “happy hormones”. It can make you feel confident and positive. Wed, 16 Apr 2008 10:01:59 +0200 http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/cardio-workouts1 http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/cardio-workouts1 You may be one of those who need to get rid of excess pounds. After all, weight issues are among the most common health and cosmetic dilemmas that many people have to deal with. And so you might have waken up one morning and then looked at yourself in the mirror. What you see may be displeasing to you. You could have gotten a double chin, and your arms became flabby. Worse, you’re losing your waistline because of belly fat. And your hips, they’ve become more prominent. Then you finally say “It’s about time that I lose weight”. But how do you start with your weight loss program? What would you do first? The following tips could be helpful as you set off on your journey to weight loss. Fri, 28 Mar 2008 06:06:55 +0100 http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/aerobic-exercise3 http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/aerobic-exercise3 One of the best goals in life is to attain total health and fitness. One may earn well with a good job, have a great family and have an active social life, but all these will be unappreciated when one suffers from ill health. And besides, without well-being, whatever one’s possessions are, they cannot be enjoyed to the optimum. Health and fitness often go with a good attitude. Such is what makes up total well-being. After all, health and fitness are not only limited to the physical aspect. They encompass mental and emotional wellness, too. To live life to the fullest and to enjoy it to the optimum, health and fitness ought to be a priority. Tue, 11 Mar 2008 05:03:36 +0100 http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/water-aerobics1 http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/water-aerobics1 Swimming is fun, and getting into the water can be refreshing. What more if one exercises while doing it – wading in the water. That wouldn’t seem like working out at all and simply just having a great time, right? That’s how it can be with water aerobics. This form of aerobic exercise is becoming quite more popular. What’s more, it is low impact, so one need not take it hard when exercising. There are many reasons why one can enjoy water aerobics. For one thing, it can be an efficient way of working out. For those who have had an injury and want to get in shape without too much strain, then water aerobics can be the answer. Tue, 19 Feb 2008 07:05:11 +0100 http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/aerobic-exercise2 http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/aerobic-exercise2 Being overweight and obese is a problem which many people are caught up in. And this large populace, they are often in dire need of effective weight loss measures. The fast paced modern mode of living is generally a hurried one. The majority most often wants everything instantly, even losing weight. But the fact is, healthy weight loss needs time. There are certain rules to keep to to make weight loss safe. Regular exercise and dieting are the gist and core for healthy weight loss. And aerobic exercise is one of the best means for an exercise program. Regular aerobic exercise and keeping to a healthy diet are by far the best bet against obesity. Mon, 28 Jan 2008 10:03:00 +0100 http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/aerobic-exercise1 http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/aerobic-exercise1 Who doesn’t want to be fit and trim. Being fit and trim by all means have to do with looking good. It certainly is pleasant to see somebody lean and svelte. But the thing is, such an appearance needs hard work. Hard work of controlling one’s diet and engaging in regular exercise. Dieting actually has nothing to do with starving. It is more of eating healthy foods. And exercise. What is the most effective exercise to lose weight and be healthy? Aerobic exercise may be the best bet for this. What is aerobic exercise, actually? The term “aerobic” is in fact a Greek word. Wed, 9 Jan 2008 06:39:38 +0100 http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/golf-tips http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/golf-tips It takes much patience to play golf. And resources, too. Other than having all the equipments and the best of them, it takes skill to really play golf. The thing with golf is it is a multi-faceted game. It takes physical skills and mental accuracy. Other than that, golf also entails attitude. Golf tips in this sense may not really encompass all that is needed to play golf well. There are golf tips for playing golf. And there are golf tips to gain mental acumen in playing the game. The mind game, so to speak. And there are also golf tips on which golf equipments render the game more stimulating. Fri, 14 Dec 2007 14:30:26 +0100 http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/belly-dancing http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/belly-dancing One can perhaps not help but be fascinated with a woman belly dancing. Belly dancing is an extremely old art form. Yet it never fails to captivate an onlooker with its sensuality and liquid movements. Belly dancing was used as a fertility dance in the olden days. This form of dance strengthens the hips and is said to aid in childbirth. Belly dancing is of middle eastern descent, but to date it is gaining a wider popularity in the western world. Almost everybody may be familiar with it now. Fitness enthusiasts are undoubtedly aware that belly dancing is a great form of aerobic exercise. Wed, 14 Nov 2007 14:54:30 +0100 http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/naked-aerobics http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/naked-aerobics There are all sorts and different kinds of aerobic exercises. After all, when one says “exercise” what would probably come to mind is health and fitness. Something wholesome. Exercise in general is a healthy and worthwhile endeavor. After all, when one engages in exercise regularly, it can be a manifestation of healthy self-esteem. But what if one exercises without clothes on? As in naked. There is such a trend. It is called naked aerobics. As the term implies, naked aerobics is performing exercises naked. Bare or nude, in other words. Without the distraction of clothes. Naked aerobics is actually incorporated with yoga, so it is technically naked aerobics yoga. Tue, 16 Oct 2007 17:24:24 +0200 http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/heart-rate-monitor http://www.healthzine.org/Aerobics-cardio/heart-rate-monitor Aerobic exercises, or those which are cardiovascular and heart rate based in nature generally increase an individual’s endurance, strengthen their lungs and provide a host of other health benefits. Essential to gaining the best results out of such exercises is keeping track of one’s heart rate and in this endeavor, a heart rate monitor would be perfect for the job. Heart rate monitor devices come in all shapes and sizes, each one varying on individual needs and goals. Regardless of such variations however, one can find an ideal workout companion with a heart rate monitor. As the name implies, a heart rate monitor monitors an individual’s heart beat per minute while carrying out an activity and as such, one is able to get a grasp on the intensity of their workout.