Moving

I had little time to exercise this weekend, but I did something even more effective. I moved my sister. I got in strength training and cardio. Actually, NCN assisted me, and absolutely nothing went right. The trailor we used was too little for even her massive bed to fit into. We got stuck in traffic on I95 in a horriffic thunder storm; so the mattresses got soaked--they've about dried out not though. There's no way I can explain everthing that went wrong. We could do nothing but laugh. I got a great, full body workout though. Moving a heavy washing machine like 6 times it better than most things at the gym.

Green/Herbal Tea

Is this the same. I'm not sure if Green tea is the same as Herbal tea or not, but, in my opinion, this herbal tea is awful. I know it is suppose to be very healthy, and that is why I've tried drinking it for the past three days. I can't take it any more. Every time I drink it, I feel like I have to puke. I know know one really wants to know that, but it's true. If you can stomach, by all means drink it, because it's definitely good for you. I just can't handle it.

Cocktails

First of all, let me say that I not a big "drinker", but a little is good for the stomach. Notice I did say a little. I have a few friends who get crazy drunk and use the excuse, "well it's good for my stomach." That's not at all true.

If you do, however, enjoy a social drink, or just a little private drink, every now and then, you need to check out these mixed drink recipes. Supercochtails.com has all kinds of mixed drink ideas. By visiting this site, not only can you get recipe ideas, but you can also get ideas for drinking games. Everyone loves a good drinking game, right? Visit supercocktails.com and check it out for yourself.

While drinking in moderation is not unhealthy or bad for you, drinking unwisely can be deadly. Please, drink responsible.

Acid reflux

To my knowledge, I've never had a problem with acid reflux until recently. I haven't changed anything in my diet, so I'm not sure what's triggered it. It has been awful for the past couple of weeks though. I'm not one to turn right to medicine, but I had to get some for this. Anyone know what I can do to get rid of it?

Shopping with Coupons

I do a lot of shopping online, especially for Christmas, birthdays, and other holidays. What I really like about online shopping is it takes a lot of the hassle out of shopping, and you can use coupon codes at a lot of online stores and get things cheaper than at a traditional bricks and mortar store. I just got my mom a book from Amazon for her birthday. It literally took me twenty minutes to do all my shopping for this holiday. I know that may seem impersonal but I know what my mom likes and I just did a search for it in Amazon and picked up exactly what I wanted to get her. I used a coupon and got free shipping so it was just as if I had went to the store and got it (actually a little cheaper). I just didn't have to go through the trouble or use the gas to go get it. You can even use Amazon coupons at our Weight Master Amazon Store to buy all your weight loss products.

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Walking...

That sounds simple enought, right? Well it is, but there are ways you can walk that makes exercising more effective and efficient. You can't walk with the intentions of toning and losing weight the same way you casually walk around the house or the office. I've put together a list of techniques that you can do to help when you're walking for exercise. You may think these are crazy, but here they are.
-Bend your elbows. This will cause your arms to swing faster which in return will help your legs to move faster.
-Keep your stride short. Don't take long strides that feel awkward.
-Think heal-to-toe. Push-off with your heal. Toes should leave the ground last.
-Keep your abs pulled in and tight.
-Include interval training walks that include periods of very brisk walking followed by slower, recovery times.
-Remember to always stretch and warm-up.

NHL Draft

I know that I have told you guys that I am a major sports fan. One sport that I am trying to get into lately is hockey. It seems to be a high energy sport with a lot of action. The National Hockey League has recently had its draft. You can get the complete results of the 2007 nhl draft at hockeysfuture.com. I have found it to be a really well written site. It contains reviews for all the teams' draft choices and what their impact will be on the teams' future. Another very interesting part of the site is a list of all the top prospects from North America and Europe. You can really see where the future of hockey is going to come from and who the big names will be for years to come. So if you are into hockey or just a casual fan then hockeysfuture.com is a great site to check out.

Our Feature in Blog Carnival

We are delighted to share with you our selection into a blog carnival hosted by Minus The Fat, a health and fitness site. Be sure to check it out, there are some great resources there.

Be cautious and careful...

I have a friend who, recently, come close to losing his leg. First of all, he's extremely overweight, but he really can't help it. He's self-conscience about it, be he does have a medical problem. When he was 16-17 years old, he begged his mother to let him have his stomach stapled, but now that he's 18, I think he's adapting to his situation. A couple of weeks ago, a knot appeared on his left shin. He went to the doctor, and the doctor didn't know what it was but sent him home with an antibiotic. The next day it was worse; so he went to another doctor. That doctor said it was a staff infection, gave him a shot and sent him home. It got worse, so bad he had to go to the emergency room late that night because of pain. That was a week ago, and he just got out of the hospital yesterday. The attending doctor at the hospital said he was lucky that he didn't lose his left leg. He sent samples of the infection off, but said it wasn't staff infection. He thought it may have been where a spider bit him. You have to be careful who you choose for you doctor. So many are less interested in you health and more interested in the money they're stealing from you.

BBW Dating

I do not know how many of you guys are into online dating but there is a new online dating site made specifically for bbw dating. If you do not know, "bbw" stands for big beautiful women. It is the premier dating site on the internet for overweight and plus size people. It is free to join. You can search bbw singles by sex, location, or age. Every profile contains a picture, a description of the person, and what they are seeking in a relationship. If you find someone you like you can send them a message or a flirt. This is one of the best sites on the internet to find sexy larger women. So if you are looking to meet a gorgeous big girl or a nice overweight man then check out bbwromance.com. Then once you find your special someone come back here to Weight Master and start your weight loss journey together.

Weekend Workout

Although I had a busy weekend, I did find a couple of hours to sqeeze in a workout. I ran two miles and workout chest and arms. I done close grip and wide grip on the bench. It's been a while since I've done that, and today I can really feel it. I bench twice a week, but I guess, because of the different positioning and the different muscles worked, it didn't help my soreness, if that's a word. All in all, my weekend was ok, and I had a good workout.

BP and Pollution

It does not matter how healthy we may be, pollution is a problem we, especially people in urban areas, all deal with. BP is one of the largest polluters along the Great Lakes as it releases 54% more ammonia and 35% more sludge into Lake Michigan each day according to the Chicago Tribune. Because BP expansion will provide 80 new jobs, BP is exempt by Indiana from state environmental laws. This will allow for the $3.8 billion expansion previously mentioned. If you want to take a look at some facts, check out the BP Whiting Refinery Fact Sheet.

Although BP dumps so much pollution into Lake Michigan, it is well within legal limits and they are continously making improvements. This refinery is necessary because it provides fuel for the Midwest. Supposingly, it does absolutely no harm to the people or the environment; however, arguements can be and have been made against this fact. It aslo provides many jobs presently and will provide jobs for the future.

Groups and neighbors have begged BP to use better pollution controls at Lake Michigan, the forth largest refinery, but BP still insist that they are an environmentally friendly corporation. BP also claim that there is not enough room for such an upgrade. Maybe it is not harmful or unhealthy to the public, but the little bit of knowledge I do have about health issues, it is hard for me to believe that it does not pose a problem.

OK, I'll admit...

I'm a baby when it comes to people cutting on me. For about a year, I've had a knot,probably just a fatty tissue, on my arm. It's never hurt before; so I've never worried about it. About a month ago, it started hurting, and it just got worse. I finally went to the doctor, and he deadened my arm and cut it out right there. It took about 5 minutes. First of all, I can handle pain. That's not what gets me, but sitting there, feeling him working on my arm , and imagining what was going on almost caused me to pass out in the chair. When he finished stitching me up, I was as white as snow. If I ever have to have any kind of "real" surgery, I don't know what I'll do. Maybe if I work hard to keep my body in shape, I can avoid that.

Blogging

I have been blogging for a few months now. I started blogging to kinda keep a diary of my daily workouts and help me stay motivated. As I got more involved, I noticed many blogs that were not only posting about there daily lives, but they were also making a little extra cash. Now, I am not saying that money is everything, but it can help. I started researching some of the ways I could monetize my blog. I joined several sites where you can actually get paid to post about different sites.

The best site like this that I have been able to find is payperpost.com. Many sites and blogs choose to advertise by word of mouth ethics; so they are willing to pay bloggers to write post about their site. Of course there are requirements. One of the great things about payperpost.com is that it list opportunities and allows you to choose which one you wish to post about. You fill out a profile can meet, online, other bloggers. If you are interested in making a little extra cash, and you enjoy blogging, you should definitely visit payperpost.com. It is free to join, so there is no way to lose.

Importance of Physical Fitness

There are many reasons why I believe physical fitness is important. I'm sure if we all listed reasons, we could come up with quite a list; however, I want to narrow the list to what I believe is the most important. Below is my list of four:
-Increase self-esteem and capacity for learning.
-Help kids handle stress.
-Build and maintain healthy bones, muscles and joints.
-Help control weight.

Fitness Dating

How many times have you seen a perfectly fit woman/man and thought, I'd love to date her/him? I enjoy keeping my body fit, but that doesn't make me any better than someone who doesn't care. It's just healthier. My fiance does not go to the gym with me, but she does exercise. Many times, a physically fit person is not only healthier, but also more attractive. If you are in to fitness and like partners who also enjoy the same, there is afitness dating site for you.

Fitnessdates.com offers services that help like minded individuals find each other. If you are a lady who is into buff guys, you can search the thousands of profiles until you find Mr. Right. For a very reasonable fee, you can enjoy services that allow you to find that person who enjoys body building, running, swimming, etc. If you are a fitness buff and like partner who are also in great physical shape, you should definitely visit Fitnessdates.com.

Flexibility Exercises

Warming up before exercising is extremely important for everyone. A great way to warm up is by doing flexibility exercises. When you're warming up and stretching, you should no feel pain. Being relaxed is key. You should take slow, relaxed breaths.

Here are some exercises developed by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons:

Lower back
Tighten your hip muscles and at the same time, tighten your abdominal muscles to flatten your lower back. Hold for 5 to 8 seconds, then relax. Repeat two or three times.
Pull your right leg toward your chest. If possible, keep the back of your head on the floor. Try to keep your lower back flat. Hold for 30 seconds. Repeat with your left leg.

Hip and groin
With arms supplying slight resistance on inside of legs, slowly push down your knees. Hold for 5 to 8 seconds.
Place one leg forward, while your knee of the other leg is resting on the floor. Without changing the position of the knee on the floor or the forward leg, lower the front of your hip downward. Hold for 30 seconds.

Knee and calf
Hold the top of your left foot with right hand and gently pull heel toward buttocks. Hold for 30 seconds. Repeat with other leg.
Stand close to a solid support, and lean on it with your forearms, head resting on hands. Bend one leg and place your foot on the ground in front of you, with the other leg straight behind. Slowly move your hips forward, keeping your lower back flat. Hold for 15 to 30 seconds. Do not bounce.

Shoulder
In a standing or sitting position, interlace your fingers. With your palms facing upward, push your arms slightly back and up. Hold for 15 seconds.
With your arms overhead, hold the elbow of one arm with the hand of your other arm. Gently pull the elbow behind your arm. Do slowly. Hold for 15 seconds. Stretch both arms.
Gently pull your elbow across your chest toward your opposite shoulder. Hold for 10 seconds. Repeat with other elbow.

Hamstring
Sit down and straighten your left leg. The sole of your right foot should rest next to the inside of your straightened leg. Lean slightly forward and touch your foot with your fingers. Keep your left foot upright with the ankle and toes relaxed. Hold for 30 seconds. Repeat with right leg.

Importance of Balance

When exercising, we rarely think about balance, but it is a very important part. I've tried to be more conscience about focusing a little more on my balance. Sometimes I'll to curls while standing on one foot, or simly just stand and walk on a beam. I recently read an article online in which Harvey W. Wallmann, a doctor of physical therapy science and an associate professor at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, talks about the importance of balance in everday life. He said, "you use balance all the time, picking up children, stepping up on a curb, or walking over rocks." Some suggestions he gives to improve balance are:

Single-leg stand.
Stand with your legs slightly less than shoulder-width apart near a support such as a wall or railing. Balance as you lift one leg, and then close your eyes. Maintain your balance for 30 to 60 seconds, and repeat with the other leg.

Trunk turns.
Stand with your legs slightly wider than shoulder-width apart on a mini trampoline. (No mini trampoline? A soft gym mat or other squishy surface will also work.) Hold an exercise ball or a 5 or 10 pound weight in both hands, chest high. Twist at your trunk to face your right, return to center then twist to your left and back to center. Repeat 10 to 20 times.

Single-leg squat.
Stand on a sturdy 6- to 8-inch-high stool or step, with your right leg off the stool to the side. Bend your left leg as you do a squat until your right leg barely touches the ground. Do two sets of five to 10 reps on each leg.

March in the dark.
In a room with plenty of space and no obstacles that could bump knees or cause you to trip, march in place 60 to 100 steps with your eyes closed.

Hot Tub Cover

I have found that almost nothing feels better after a good hard workout than relaxing in a hot tub. One of the most important parts of a hot tub is the cover. It keeps the elements out and the heat in. If you have a hot tub eventually you will have to replace the hot tub cover. It will become worn, cracked, or waterlogged. One of the best places to find replacement Hot Tub Covers is TheCoverGuy.com. Their covers are custom made out of the highest quality materials for a perfect fit and long lasting replacement of your original cover. They are built to withstand harsh winters and save on energy costs. The covers use a high density foam that is several inches thick and can bear heavy loads such as children or snowfall. All covers come with a four layer heat lock seal to save on energy costs. The Cover Guy only uses high grade marine vinyl with UV and mildew inhibitors.

The foam is coated and wrapped to minimize water absorption. This is very important because one of the main problems with hot tub covers is they get waterlogged after some time. It is not uncommon for a hot tub cover to weigh 200 pounds after it has become waterlogged. It is kind of hard to enjoy relaxing in the hot tub after a workout if you have to manhandle a 200 pound cover off of it first. However, because of the foam coating, these covers do not get waterlogged. Every cover comes with a five year warranty, and they are custom made for your hot tub so you know you will get a perfect fit. So if you need replacement Hot Tub Covers definitely give TheCoverGuy a look.


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