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		<title>Bent over T-Bar Rows</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 19 May 2012 10:46:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[By now you might have known though it is hard to get a perfect body shape, it isn?t impossible either. Following a proper exercise regimen will help you attain what you aim for. Now after the shoulder exercises, let?s get onto working on upper back muscles. The rows exercise as they call it, is an [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>By now you might have known though it is hard to get a perfect body shape, it isn?t impossible either. Following a proper exercise regimen will help you attain what you aim for. Now after the shoulder exercises, let?s get onto working on upper back muscles. The rows exercise as they call it, is an exercise performed with a rowing machine. It could be down with the dumbbells, bars or t-bars rows with special equipments, in any case, though it might look like an arm exercise, it really helps in strengthening the upper body muscle. </p>
<p>Bent over t-bar rows exercise:</p>
<p>As usual before starting any weight lifting exercise it is advisable to do warm up exercises to make your muscles flexible. So start with some light aerobics exercises and continue it for a time span of 15-25 minutes.</p>
<p>Once you are done with warm up exercises, load your t-bar with the weight you intend to work on. But remember if you are a beginner or if you are doing this exercise for the first time then start with just 25-45 pounds of weight. If you are an advanced weight lifter then you can go up to 100 pounds of weight. However do not go beyond your comfort level, as it may worsen the condition than helping you out.</p>
<p>Face the ground and grasp the handles. Depending on the part of the back you want to emphasize you can either use a palms up, palms down or palms in position.</p>
<p>Now grasp the handle of your t-bar with your overhand grip. While you are lifting the weight make sure that you are standing with your feet placed shoulder width apart and your arms extended in front of you. Your knees also should be bent slightly. This will be your starting position.</p>
<p>While you lift the t-bar see to it that you keep your body flat and bend your waist a little bit till your upper body is at 45 degrees from the vertical. The bar should be at arm?s length straight below your shoulders. </p>
<p>As you exhale slowly squeeze your shoulder blades together and lift the t-bar as close as you can to your lower chest. One tip to be followed here is, while lifting the bar keep your upper arm as close to your chest as possible, as this will lay proper emphasis on the back muscle. </p>
<p>Hold this position for a second or two, as per your convenience and then slowly inhale and place the bar back on the ground. Come back to the starting position. </p>
<p>Repeat this exercise as per your fitness expert?s recommendation. </p>
<p>As mentioned before take proper position before starting this exercise, as an improper position may wrench your back out of whack instead of helping you out. As this exercise involves intense weight lifting to be done, it is wise to perform it under the supervision of an expert than doing it by yourself. So stay fit and enjoy your life.</p>
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		<title>No Membership Required: Get a Great Workout Without the Gym</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 18 May 2012 10:46:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Exercising doesn&#8217;t have to be expensive and being short on funds shouldn&#8217;t be an excuse for not getting enough daily exercise. With a little thought and determination it is possible to exercise almost for free every day! Walking &#8211; This is of course one of the cheapest and easiest exercises to do. All that you [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Exercising doesn&#8217;t have to be expensive and being short on funds shouldn&#8217;t be an excuse for not getting enough daily exercise. With a little thought and determination it is possible to exercise almost for free every day!</p>
<p>Walking &#8211; This is of course one of the cheapest and easiest exercises to do. All that you really require is a pair of walking shoes, which you probably have anyway. All that is left is to put on your shoes and walk for 20 to 30 minutes each day. </p>
<p>Crunches &#8211; Crunches are a great way to strengthen your back and stomach muscles. Aim to perform one to two sets a day of about 10 to 20 crunches in each set. As you improve you can either increase the number of sets or increase the number of repetitions. </p>
<p>Cycling &#8211; Most people have access to a bike and cycling is a wonderful exercise. It improves and strengthens your muscles and your cardiovascular system. Going on a bike ride is a great way to de-stress yourself after a hard day at work. It is also enjoyable by yourself or with a group of people. </p>
<p>Dancing &#8211; What&#8217;s to stop you from putting on your favourite music and dancing? This is a great form of exercise that requires no new clothing or shoes. You can dance around the house with your kids or alone while doing your housework.</p>
<p>Playing Ball &#8211; Get outside with your spouse, girlfriend, boyfriend or kids and play some type of ball game. This could be soccer, baseball, volleyball or just having a good old game of catch. This is a great way to have fun and brings back memories of your childhood.</p>
<p>Swimming &#8211; If you are lucky enough to live near a lake or river you can enjoy going for a swim all summer long. This normally costs nothing unless you have to pay for parking at a beach area. Memberships at local swimming pools can be relatively inexpensive and a good way for a family to spend some quality time together.</p>
<p>Hiking &#8211; Grab your hiking boots and head out to a local walking trail. This is a fantastic way to visit local scenic areas and get some fresh air into your lungs. It also makes for a wonderful day out with the family. Why not take a picnic lunch and really enjoy your outing. </p>
<p>So there you have some inexpensive ideas on how to fit exercise into your lifestyle. You really have no excuses left anymore, it&#8217;s time to start exercising and living healthier.</p>
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		<title>Nectarine Fruit Salad as Dessert or Side Dish</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 17 May 2012 10:46:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ingredients 1 tablespoon honey 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon or lime peel 2 teaspoons fresh lemon or lime juice 1/3 cup ginger ale 2 nectarines, pitted and sliced 1 cup seedless green grapes 1 cup fresh raspberries or blackberries Directions In a large bowl, combine peel, juice, honey and ginger ale. Add fruit and toss lightly. [...]]]></description>
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<p>1 tablespoon honey</p>
<p>1/2 teaspoon grated lemon or lime peel</p>
<p>2 teaspoons fresh lemon or lime juice</p>
<p>1/3 cup ginger ale</p>
<p>2 nectarines, pitted and sliced</p>
<p>1 cup seedless green grapes</p>
<p>1 cup fresh raspberries or blackberries</p>
<p>Directions</p>
<p>In a large bowl, combine peel, juice, honey and ginger ale. Add fruit and toss lightly. Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours. </p>
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		<title>Fat Fetishism and Feeders</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2012 10:46:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Feeders of obese women are part of a subset of men who enjoy feeding women to make them gain weight. These men gain a sense of sexual power and control when they feed their partners and make them heavier. While some might think it means any man who cooks for an overweight wife or girlfriend, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Feeders of obese women are part of a subset of men who enjoy feeding women to make them gain weight. These men gain a sense of sexual power and control when they feed their partners and make them heavier. While some might think it means any man who cooks for an overweight wife or girlfriend, feeders of obese women actually fall into a specific category. </p>
<p>People who are feeders are usually referred to as FA also. FA stands for fat admirers. These men enjoy being in a relationship with heavy women. The women can range from a little bit overweight to morbidly obese. Some feeders of obese women like to start out with a girlfriend who is just a little bit overweight and feed her until she&#8217;s obese. </p>
<p>There are men who look specifically for very obese women weighing 400 pounds or more because they find it sexy. Others want someone very full-figured but not obese. This particular group of people doesn&#8217;t just contain one type of person. It encompasses many different likes and dislikes. </p>
<p>The woman who enjoys being fed, overfed and sometimes even force fed is known as a feedee. There are also men feedees who enjoy having a woman who likes to feed them, too. Women who fall into this category who like to feed men or simply find bigger and heavier men attractive are as FFA or female fat admirers. </p>
<p>Not every man who is a fat admirer is one of the feeders of obese women. Very often they simply like a heavyset woman and find her attractive. They don&#8217;t always have interest in feeding her to make her heavier. Some just want to accept her the way she is. </p>
<p>The feeder/feedee relationship is often referenced as a kink or a fetish. Some people may even call themselves feeders of obese women and feedees if they&#8217;re not trying to gain weight, but just enjoy food and don&#8217;t intend to cut back to lose weight. </p>
<p>Some who take part in the fetish combine food with sex, and play games with food as a turn-on. And while the women have to be willing to be fed to the point of weight gain, it&#8217;s a decidedly unhealthy relationship for the woman because of the poor diet and extra pounds. </p>
<p>There are women who end up bed-bound or needing a wheelchair because they become so obese they can&#8217;t care for themselves. And some go into the situation knowing this will be the result.</p>
<p>For women who are only a little heavy, the feeding causes them to gain weight, raising their risks of things like high blood pressure, heart disease, cancer, diabetes, stroke and other maladies.</p>
<p>For women who are already obese who get into a feeder/feedee relationship, they keep themselves extremely heavy and their health dangers skyrocket. </p>
<p>Adults have the right to engage in whatever behaviour they want, destructive or not. But feeders of obese women go beyond caring for their partners no matter what their sizes; they contribute to their poor health. </p>
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		<title>How to do a v-sit with a twist</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2012 10:46:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Video: This exercise focuses on your core.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Video: This exercise focuses on your core.</p>
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		<title>Super Charged Oatmeal Breakfast</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 10:46:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ingredients 1/3 cup oat bran 1/3 cup steel-cut oats 1/2 cup blueberries 1 scoop protein powder (vanilla) 1 tbsp whole flax seed 1/3 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp salt (if desired) Preparation Add oats and 3 cups of water to a large pot. Bring water to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and keep [...]]]></description>
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<p>1/3 cup oat bran </p>
<p>1/3 cup steel-cut oats</p>
<p>1/2 cup blueberries</p>
<p>1 scoop protein powder (vanilla)</p>
<p>1 tbsp whole flax seed</p>
<p>1/3 tsp cinnamon </p>
<p>1/2 tsp salt (if desired)</p>
<p>Preparation</p>
<p>Add oats and 3 cups of water to a large pot. Bring water to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and keep covered for 15 minutes. Next, add bran and flax seed. Simmer for 5 minutes and remove from heat. Add berries, cinnamon and protein powder. Stir and let stand for 3 minutes. Serve and enjoy!</p>
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		<title>Stretch your triceps</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Video: A trainer demonstrates how to do a tricep stretch.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Video: A trainer demonstrates how to do a tricep stretch.</p>
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		<title>Exercise Tip: Gorilla Chin Crunch</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 12 May 2012 10:46:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The gorilla chin crunch is a compound exercise that effectively works the abdominal muscles, as well as the lats and biceps. It is certainly no secret that everyone who takes the time to workout wishes to have a flat, washboard abdomen. You do not want to have great looking abs and walk around with flabby [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The gorilla chin crunch is a compound exercise that effectively works the abdominal muscles, as well as the lats and biceps. It is certainly no secret that everyone who takes the time to workout wishes to have a flat, washboard abdomen. You do not want to have great looking abs and walk around with flabby arms ? or do you? </p>
<p>If you want to perform the gorilla chin crunch, you need to understand that although it may look really simple but if you do not have upper body strength, you may not find this exercise very easy to perform.</p>
<p>What You Need to Perform Gorilla Chin Crunch</p>
<p>You will require a chin-up bar, upper body strength and determination</p>
<p>How to Perform Gorilla Chin Crunch</p>
<p>You can start by hanging from the chin-up bar; you should use an underhand grip (that is, having your palms face you). The underhand grip should be a little bit wider than shoulder width. </p>
<p>Then, bend your knees at around a 90 degree angle in such a way that your calves are parallel to the floor while your thighs stay perpendicular to it ? this will be the starting position.</p>
<p>As you breathe out, you should pull yourself up while you crunch your knees up at exactly the same time ? do this until your knees are at chest level. When your nose reaches the same level as the bar, you will stop going. </p>
<p>Important Note: when you reach this point, you should also be done with the crunch at the same time.</p>
<p>You should breathe in slowly as you return to the starting position. </p>
<p>You should repeat the gorilla chin crunch according to the recommended amount of repetitions.</p>
<p>If you want to, you can also add resistance by holding medicine ball or dumbbell between your feet ? but you need to understand that if you are not an advanced athlete, you should not try this. On the other hand, when you become an advanced athlete, you can also try doing the one arm gorilla chin crunches, the exercise involve grasping your wrist with your free hand and continue working the oblique more.</p>
<p>The abdominal muscles need regular workouts and 5 minutes of daily abdominal exercises can actually make a real difference ? that is, as long as you do the exercises everyday. </p>
<p>Now, you need to know that even though exercises play a vital role in getting the physique you have always desired, you will need to make sure that you eat the right kind of food and drink lots and lots of water too. </p>
<p>When you feel your muscles cramping, you should immediately stop the exercises and rest. Do not over push yourself, especially if you have just started working out ? with a little time, you will be an advanced athlete. </p>
<p>Important Tip </p>
<p>You can get a training buddy if you are not sure whether you will be disciplined enough to continue your work out routine ? a committed workout buddy will keep you primed and ready to go.</p>
<p>Remember, you will never regret dedicating your time to staying fit. </p>
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		<title>Mountain climbers demonstration</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Video: Mountain climbers are great for the legs but will also get your heart rate going.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Video: Mountain climbers are great for the legs but will also get your heart rate going.</p>
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		<title>11 Heart Disease Facts</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Taking the time to know the facts about heart disease is one of the first steps to help with prevention. Here are some facts relating to heart disease that may help you with your battle so you can win easily. 1. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in both men and women in [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Taking the time to know the facts about heart disease is one of the first steps to help with prevention. Here are some facts relating to heart disease that may help you with your battle so you can win easily.</p>
<p>1. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in both men and women in America.</p>
<p>2. Heart disease death rate per 100,000 populations for the five largest cities in the U.S. based on racial and ethnic groups are Hispanics 69.2, Asians and Pacific Islanders 73, American Indians 82.5, Blacks 189.8, and Whites 235.5.</p>
<p>3. Coronary heart disease is the principle type of heart disease. In 2005 over 445,000 died of coronary heart disease, which equals 68.3of all heart disease deaths that year.</p>
<p>4. 47of all cardiac deaths occur before emergency services or transportation to the hospital.</p>
<p>5. Heart disease is projected to cost more than $304.6 billion, which includes the health care services, medications, and time off work.</p>
<p>6. In 2005, more that 7.6 million people died from heart disease worldwide. </p>
<p>7. Risk factors noted in 2003-2004 for adults with heart disease were contributed to 32.1of people 20 years or older with hypertension or taking medication for hypertension; 16.9of people 20 years or older with high cholesterol; 10of people 20 years or older with doctor diagnosed diabetes; 32of people 20 years or older with obesity; 18.4of people 18 years or old that smoked; and 39.5of people 18 years or older that did not have a standard exercise regimen.</p>
<p>8. 37in 2003 reported having two or more of the risk factors for heart disease and stroke, which include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, current smoking, physical inactivity, obesity, and diabetes.</p>
<p>9. In 2005, 92of people suffering from chest pains recognized the symptoms of the possible heart attack with only 27correctly knowing they were having a heart attack and contacted the emergency authorities for assistance. Timely access to emergency services can mean the difference between life and death. Knowing the signs and symptoms of heart attacks can and will save your life when you act accordingly.</p>
<p>10. According to studies, people with heart disease can lower their risks of heart attacks when they lower their cholesterol and blood pressure as well as avoiding needing surgery for heart bypass and angioplasty. To reduce the risks, take the steps to lower the blood pressure and cholesterol.</p>
<p>11. According to studies of people without heart disease, they reduce their potential risks of heart disease by lowering their cholesterol and high blood pressure. </p>
<p>When a person changes their unhealthy life style patterns, they reduce the risks of heart disease and strokes.</p>
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