Health & Fitness
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Go the Distance: Training for a Long-Distance Run
So you want to train to run a long-distance race? That’s fantastic, but like any form of exercise, long-distance race running is a sport that requires discipline and training. Whether you are new to running or just new to racing, we have tips that can help you reach your goals. Getting Started: Setting Goals The…
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How To Build–And Keep–A Fitness Routine
When we decide to begin a fitness routine, we are usually excited in the beginning. We have our reasons for getting started, whether to lose weight, look better, or just feel better, and we’re eager to dive right now and start seeing results. We start off with a pretty good plan--we’re going to wake up…
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How to Eat Healthy When You’re Broke
Many people want to have healthier lifestyles, which means eating healthier and more nutritious meals. This also usually means cooking more at home and eating out less. At first, you may be very excited to embark on this new journey. You make a grocery list, and you probably decide to buy everything organic. Organic means…
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Keep Allergies at Bay
While folks in other parts of the country are digging their cars out of the snow and salting the roads due to ice, Texans can now start enjoying mild, warmer weather and sunnier days. Though the start of spring weather is enjoyable for lots of reasons, it does mean that soon the dreaded allergy season will…
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Great Reasons to Work Out Besides Losing Weight
Most people start an exercise or fitness program because they want to lose weight. This is a good motivator, but it really shouldn’t be the only reason you work out. At some point, you may hit a plateau or reach your weight loss goal. There are so many other benefits from exercising on a regular…
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An Introduction to Kettlebell Workouts
If you belong to a gym, you may have seen those things by the free weights that look like cannonballs with handles. Those are kettlebells and are not to be confused with cast iron door stops.
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How to Avoid Knee Pain and Injuries
Knee injuries are one of the most common injuries for active people. It is usually caused by a one-time acute injury to the knee, or from repetitive use and age. Luckily, there are several things you can do to prevent knee injuries, and if you do hurt your knee, you won’t be relegated to sitting on the sidelines. There are modifications you can do to keep a healthy, active lifestyle.
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How to Tell if You Have Adrenal Fatigue
What is Adrenal Fatigue? If you have never heard of adrenal fatigue, you may not even know you have it. Your adrenal glands sit on top of your kidneys and are in charge of producing cortisol, which helps regulate your metabolism and helps your body respond to stress. When you undergo long periods of stress…
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Sleep Better to Feel Better
Sleep is Important for Good Health We’ve all heard that we should aim for six to eight hours of sleep every night, but with stressful jobs, children and significant others, and all of the everyday tasks we have to do, meeting that requirement is difficult and sometimes not even an option. Getting enough quality sleep…
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How to Create Your Own Home Gym
If you want to get in shape or just maintain your fitness routine, a home gym could be the right option for you. In the long run, having a home gym is cheaper than a gym membership. Also, if your gym is just in the next room, you will be more motivated to work out. You don’t have to talk yourself into getting dressed and driving to the gym. If you have never worked out at home or you are used to going to a gym, start with some inexpensive pieces of equipment and see how you do first.