Thursday, October 31, 2013

Laugh poor health away By- Mr. Fitbiz






Research has shown that the body immune system weakened by stress and depression. Even mood swings may effect the body ability to fight off sickness. Laughter is the quick fix for the immune system; it boost your energy and diminish pain.  If you are ever feeling down, nothing works faster to bring your mind and body back into balance than a good laugh. It's the body best medicine!

Benefits of laughter on the body:


  • Laughter relaxes the whole body. A good, hearty laugh relieves physical tension and stress, leaving your muscles relaxed for up to 45 minutes after.
  • Laughter boosts the immune system. Laughter decreases stress hormones and increases immune cells and infection-fighting antibodies, thus improving your resistance to disease.
  • Laughter triggers the release of endorphins, the body’s natural feel-good chemicals. Endorphins promote an overall sense of well-being and can even temporarily relieve pain.
  • Laughter protects the heart. Laughter improves the function of blood vessels and increases blood flow, which can help protect you against a heart attack and other cardiovascular problems.







 Reference:  http://www.helpguide.org/life/humor_laughter_health.htm

Sunday, October 13, 2013

Breathe You are Alive -By Mr.Fitbiz




The body can survive weeks without food, days without water but, minutes without oxygen. Breathing is the most basic of all physiological functions. Oxygen is vital for the body and brain operations, If you don't get enough your health can suffer. Many people go throughout there day barely breathing. Start to be aware of your breathing. Breathe deep through your nose and your lower abdomen. And not from your chest. Take a couple minutes out your day to do breathing exercises you are alive!

Benefits of breathing properly:


-Relieve stress-(Stress is the core of most chronic diseases.)
-Lower blood pressure
-Induce calming state
-Correcting body posture
-Boost of confidence
-Reduce headaches

Thursday, October 3, 2013

What is Tabata Training?




 “Tabata” is the name of a particular type of workout program that provides similar health benefits to that of cardio workouts, but Tabata has a bit more spice. Tabata was founded by a Japanese scientist named Izumi Tabata and fellow colleagues at a department of physiology in Japan. Tabata can be completed in 4 minutes, it's very similar to HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training). A unique training that increases anaerobic power and burns calories. Alternate between 20 second of effort and 10 second or rest for four minutes while doing exercise like push ups, squats or medicine ball slams. Other example while running, jumping rope, rowing or biking. If you want to challenge yourself and change up your workout try a Tabata training.

References: http://tabatatraining.org/?p=18

Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Do pulling exercises to avoid injuries






 People worry to much about how the body looks then how it functions. When it comes to exercise and human mobility there needs to be a balance. If you can't pull equally amount of weight you can push, than you're not mechanically strong. If you are struggling to execute an exercise, think about your opposing muscles and how they can effect your performance. Guys always seem to be able to push more weight away from them then they can pull in. women are almost opposite. Is it because the aggressive society we live in? We are always pushing away from other people. Or maybe its the love of having a big chest and biceps. Next time you hit the gym think about embracing your opposite muscles by doing more pulling exercises. It can decrease your chances of injury. For every pressing exercise do two pulling exercises.



EXAMPLE: Upper Body
PRESS: Bench press
PULL: Pull ups
            Cable row



EXAMPLE: Lower body
PRESS: Leg press
PULL: Leg curls
            Dead lifts

Wednesday, September 18, 2013

Exercise helps Depression-By Mr. Fitbiz











An estimated 19 million Americans suffer from depression. Regular exercise is excellent way to build your self-esteem and mood. When you exercise, your body releases chemicals called endorphins. These endorphins interact with the receptors in your brain that reduce your perception of pain.

Endorphins are known to have positive effect in the body. For example, the feeling that follows a run or workout is often described as "euphoric." That feeling, known as a "runner's high," can be accompanied by a positive and energizing outlook on life. Exercise is a natural anti- depressant. There are many different exercises you can engage in such as jogging, playing sports or yoga. If you need motivation and join a gym. The gym can also provide personal trainers. They will help you to stay motivated.

Exercise Benefits :
  • Reduce stress
  • Ward off anxiety and feelings of depression
  • Boost self-esteem
  • Improve sleep
  • Healthy immune system

Monday, September 16, 2013

Walking- Simple But Effective





Making exercise apart of your daily routine is important for your health. For a healthy heart, you really need to move to get your heart rate going. It doesn't take much to do that. Walking is an aerobic exercise that helps train the body oxygen efficiency. Walking is one of the quickest and cheapest ways to start your exercise journey. If you don't exercise at all, you can start with 15 minutes a day, then work your self up to 30 minutes 5 or more days a week. But regardless of age or fitness level anybody can benefit from walking. Next time you think about exercise, and you have limited time. Try talking a walk.

Wednesday, September 11, 2013

3 Signs that you're dehydrated-BY Mr. Fitbiz




1) HEADACHES-
Are very common in American. Everyday a person complains about them, so they head to the convent store to grab pills. Not knowing they their dehydrated. Drink more water to get rid of the headaches.

2) DAYTIME SLEEPINESS-
Daytime drowsiness is another sign of dehydration. Not having enough water can cause you to become lethargy and tired during the day. More water equals more energy.

3) URINE COLOR-
Having clear or light-colored urine means you’re well hydrated, If your urine is hard yellow or amber color usually signals dehydration.



The formula for daily fluid requirements depends upon an individual's weight. Things like exercise and activity should be also take in consideration.

Body weight
Daily fluid requirements (approximate)
10 pounds
15 ounces
20 pounds
30 ounces
30 pounds
40 ounces
40 pounds
45 ounces
50 pounds
50 ounces
75 pounds
55 ounces
100 pounds
50 ounces
150 pounds
65 ounces
200 pounds
70 ounces