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Runners: Train less and be faster
A new scientific study demonstrates that by reducing the volume of training by 25% and introducing speed endurance training, endurance trained runners can improve not only short-term but also long-ter…
- November 13th, 2009
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getchicksnow has posted a new entry on: Exercise News
Runners: Train Less And Be Faster
A new scientific study just published in the Journal of Applied Physiology demonstrates that by reducing the volume of training by 25% and introducing speed endurance training, endurance trained runne…
- November 12th, 2009
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getchicksnow has posted a new entry on: Exercise News
Hard Training May Reduce Fertility In Women
Are you a female athlete � or just someone who likes challenging workouts -- who also wants to get pregnant? It may make sense to ease off a bit as you try to get pregnant. New research shows that t…
- November 11th, 2009
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getchicksnow has posted a new entry on: Exercise News
Obesity appears to alter heart structure
Researchers say obesity is a major risk factor for left atrial enlargement (LAE)--a heart structure problem that increases the risk of atrial fibrillation, stroke, and death.Read More... [Source: MyD…
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Red-carpet ready: Shape up like the stars
By Kathy Kaehler Awards season is in full swing, and Hollywood�s leading ladies have been getting themselves into tip-top shape for their gorgeous gowns. At the Academy Awards this Sunday, we�ll s…
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getchicksnow has posted a new entry on: Exercise News
Exercise Reduces Fatigue In Cancer Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy
Supervised exercise programs that include high and low intense cardiovascular and resistance training can help reduce fatigue in patients with cancer who are undergoing adjuvant chemotherapy or treatm…
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Low-fat diets may boost your mood
A year-long study suggests that while low-carb and low-fat dieters shed comparable amounts of weight, the low-fat dieters may be happier.Read More... [Source: MyDietExercise.com - Latest Diet & Exerc…
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\'Beneficial\' Effects Of Alcohol? Researchers Urge Caution On Recent Results, Suggest Life-Style Factors Real Source
According a new study of over 3,000 adults aged 70-79, the apparent association between light-to-moderate alcohol consumption and reduced risk of functional decline over time did not hold up after adj…
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Regular Aerobic Exercise Reduces Health Concerns Associated With Fatty Liver
Researchers in Australia determined that patients with a sedentary lifestyle who engage in routine physical activities lower their risk of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). The lower risk of p…
- November 10th, 2009
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getchicksnow has posted a new entry on: Exercise News
Do High-fat Diets Make Us Stupid And Lazy? Physical And Memory Abilities Of Rats Affected After 9 Days
Rats fed a high-fat diet show a stark reduction in their physical endurance and a decline in their cognitive ability after just nine days, new research shows.Read More... [Source: ScienceDaily: Fitnes…
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Strut your stuff: 7 moves for runway legs
By Jeanette JenkinsEver wonder how supermodels like Gisele Bundchen, Heidi Klum and Naomi Campbell keep their legs looking runway-ready? Of course, there is no denying they have great genes. But they…
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Exercise Keeps Dangerous Visceral Fat Away A Year After Weight Loss, Study Finds
A study conducted by exercise physiologists finds that as little as 80 minutes a week of aerobic or resistance training helps not only to prevent weight gain, but also to inhibit a regain of harmful v…
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Fatty liver may be the best indicator of obesity\'s effects
People who have a "beer belly," or who are apple-shaped may have more health problems than they know, a new study suggests.Read More... [Source: MyDietExercise.com - Latest Diet & Exercise News]
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Shape up like a Spice Girl
By Gregory Joujon-RocheWant to �spice� up your workout? Borrow a note from the Spice Girls and try mixing things up!That�s the approach I took when helping them get into tip-top shape for their…
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Personality Traits Influencing Weight Loss, Study Finds
Being too optimistic could harm weight loss efforts. Research reveals the psychological characteristics that may contribute to weight loss.Read More... [Source: ScienceDaily: Fitness News]
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Exercise makes cigarettes less attractive to smokers: study
Researchers say exercise can help smokers resist the lure of tobacco and of smoking-related images.Read More... [Source: MyDietExercise.com - Latest Diet & Exercise News]
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Regular Yoga Practice Is Associated With Mindful Eating
Regular yoga practice is associated with mindful eating, and people who eat mindfully are less likely to be obese, according to a new study.Read More... [Source: ScienceDaily: Fitness News]
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Exercise Therapy Best For Knee Pain, Study Finds
For patients with severe knee pain, supervised exercise therapy is more effective at reducing pain and improving function than usual care, a study finds.Read More... [Source: ScienceDaily: Fitness New…
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Exercise Can Aid Recovery After Brain Radiation
Exercise is a key factor in improving both memory and mood after whole-brain radiation treatments in rodents, according to new research.Read More... [Source: ScienceDaily: Fitness News]
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Low cholesterol reduces men\'s prostate cancer risk: study
Results from two new studies suggest that men who have lower cholesterol levels also have a lower risk of developing prostate cancer.Read More... [Source: MyDietExercise.com - Latest Diet & Exercise…
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Statins May Worsen Symptoms In Some Cardiac Patients
A new study has found that statins have beneficial effects on patients with systolic heart failure, but those with diastolic heart failure experienced the opposite effect, including increased dyspnea,…
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A Simple Way For Older Adults To Assess Arterial Stiffness: Reach For The Toes
How far you can reach beyond your toes from a sitting position -- normally used to define the flexibility of the body -- may be an indicator of how stiff your arteries are. Because arterial stiffness…
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Buffing up to bare all
By Kathy Kaehler Getting in shape for a big event like a class reunion or a wedding is one thing. But prepping for a Playboy cover definitely raises the bar a few notches. To get Kim Kardas…
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Chronic stress leads to poor eating habits: study
U.S. researchers asked 600 women about their eating habits and stress levels and found that those who were under chronic stress were more likely to eat high-fat foods.Read More... [Source: MyDietExer…
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Naomi Watts gets red-carpet ready
By Rob ParrBefore the stars hit the red carpet, they hit the gym. They all have their favorite workout regimens, from Pilates and yoga to spinning and kickboxing.But some Hollywood A-listers, like Nao…
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Make a splash like Julia Roberts
By Kathy KaehlerWater workouts aren�t just for grannies in swim caps, anymore. Far from it. Even my long-time client Julia Roberts bought into my water fitness plan.My training programs often includ…
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For Big Athletes, \'Fat and Fit\' a Myth
Superior size and strength can meanchampionships, scholarships and million-dollar paydays for today'sathletes. But a comparison of professional baseball players andfootball players reveals that the la…
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Swimming Aids Asthma Symptoms In Children, Study Finds
Research has shown that swimming aids asthma symptoms in children. The activity has been proven to be an effective non-pharmacological intervention for children and adolescents, according to a new stu…
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Cocoa in chocolate may help the heart
Spanish researchers have found that the cocoa in chocolate appears to be healthy for the heart.Read More... [Source: MyDietExercise.com - Latest Diet & Exercise News]
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People With Type 2 Diabetes Can Improve Muscular Strength
Physical therapist-directed exercise counseling combined with fitness center-based exercise training can improve muscular strength and exercise capacity in people with type 2 diabetes, with outcomes s…
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getchicksnow has posted a new entry on: Exercise News
Ground beef recalled over E. coli illnesses
The company says that each package carries the number "EST. 492" on the label.Read More... [Source: MyDietExercise.com - Latest Diet & Exercise News]
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getchicksnow has posted a new entry on: Travel Byte
Behave when things don\'t go your way
Thinking of throwing a tantrum the next time things don't go your way when you travel? Consider what happened to Gary Zeune before you do. Read More... [Source: CNN.com - Travel]
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Recent, Vigorous Exercise Is Associated With Reduced Breast Cancer Risk
Post-menopausal women who engage in moderate to vigorous exercise have a reduced risk of breast cancer. This comes from researchers who investigated the link between breast cancer and exercise.Read Mo…
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The Superman Workout
By Gregory Joujon-RocheWant to become a Man of Steel? While not everyone has the genetics to be as big and buff as Superman, we all can become stronger, faster and fitter.This intense gym workout…
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The Treadmill Isn\'t Also a Shoe Buffer
Should health club personnel give members unsolicited advice, or should they mind their own business? Read More... [Source: NYT > Fitness & Nutrition]
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Steroid Miracle
Corticosteroids can induce side effects that may be as serious as the ailments they are intended to treat.Read More... [Source: NYT > Fitness & Nutrition]
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Exercise Alone Shown To Improve Insulin Sensitivity In Obese Sedentary Adolescents
A moderate aerobic exercise program, without weight loss, can improve insulin sensitivity in both lean and obese sedentary adolescents, according to a new study. Insulin is a hormone produced in the p…
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Statins may prevent flu deaths
Cholesterol-lowering drugs such as Zocor, Crestor, and Lipitor may help prevent people with severe flu from dying, new research suggests.Read More... [Source: MyDietExercise.com - Latest Diet & Exerc…
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Fitness: Baby Runs With a Fast Crowd
Jogging with a stroller is not as easy as it looks, experts say.Read More... [Source: NYT > Fitness & Nutrition]
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For Kidney Disease Patients, Staying Active Might Mean Staying Alive
Getting off the couch could lead to a longer life for kidney disease patients, according to a new study. The findings indicate that, as in the general population, exercise has significant health benef…
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getchicksnow has posted a new entry on: Travel Byte
\'Commissioner of Tailgating\' offers pregame tips
Joe Cahn calls tailgates the last great American neighborhoods. Read More... [Source: CNN.com - Travel]
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Acupuncture May Bring Relief For Common Condition In Women, Study Suggests
Polycystic ovary syndrome, a common condition among women, can be relieved by the use of acupuncture and exercise, a new study by researchers in Sweden suggests.Read More... [Source: ScienceDaily: Fit…
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getchicksnow has posted a new entry on: Exercise News
Personal Best: Is the Exercise Cool-Down Really Necessary?
There is pretty much no science behind the cool-down advice.Read More... [Source: NYT > Fitness & Nutrition]
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getchicksnow has posted a new entry on: Exercise News
Alcohol may Encourage Cancer Progression
essential fornumerous developmental processes -- may also be a cellular pathwayby which alcohol-induced cancer cells aggressively metastasize.Read More... [Source: MyDietExercise.com - Latest Diet &…
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How Posted Calories Affect Food Orders
One study said an effort had no effect on residents in poor neighborhoods, while another saw modest changes citywide.Read More... [Source: NYT > Fitness & Nutrition]
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Vet Says Owners Should Exercise With Their Dogs Based On Specific Needs To Prevent Obesity
People and their dogs both need physical activity to fight obesity, and there are many exercises that owner and pet can do together that can improve their health and their relationship. Dogs, like peo…
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For Big Athletes, Possible Future Risk: Heightened Cardiometabolic Risk Factors Among Professional Football Linemen
New research comparing the signs of metabolic syndrome in professional baseball and football players reveals that the larger professional athletes -- football linemen in particular -- may encounter fu…
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Get tough like Leonardo DiCaprio
By Gregory Joujon-RocheWarner Bros. PicturesIn the new movie "The Departed," Leonardo DiCaprio plays the part of young undercover cop Billy Costigan, who is assigned to infiltrate the mob.The look for…
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Ethnic Background May Be Associated With Diabetes Risk
Fat and muscle mass, as potentially determined by a person's ethnic background, may contribute to diabetes risk, according to a new study.Read More... [Source: ScienceDaily: Fitness News]
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Health Experts Offer Action Steps Local Governments Can Use To Cut Childhood Obesity Rates
Zoning restrictions on fast-food restaurants near schools and playgrounds, community policing to improve safety around public recreational sites, requirements that publicly run after-school programs l…
