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913 days ago
How to prepare before exercising A 'charley horse' is a painful muscle spasm that occurs most often in the legs. It begins suddenly and may cause severe pain when the muscle won't relax. Proper preparation before exercise can help prevent charley horses. Stretch properly and thoroughly before any exercise. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids before and after exercise. Include plenty of potassium in your diet. Orange juice and bananas are excellent sources. Don't overexert yourself and strain your muscles, which could cause injury.
916 days ago
It's a great form of low-impact exercise Exercise should be part of everyone's healthy lifestyle, but some people may have difficulty with high-impact exercise like running. Swimming is a low-impact activity that offers a great workout for all muscles of the body. Swimming may be a good option for people who need to be extra careful during exercise, including those who are: Pregnant. Extremely overweight. Elderly. Disabled. Recovering from an injury.
915 days ago
Genetic tests shows it reverses aging process in elderly tissues Pumping iron can literally rejuvenate seniors' muscles -- reversing the aging process within the tissue and improving people's ability to perform physical tasks, new research shows. In the study, American and Canadian researchers examined gene expression in the thigh muscle tissue of 25 healthy older adults over age 65 (average age 70) who performed resistance training twice a week for six months. They then compared the results to tissue taken from younger adults, ages 20 to 35. Each training session was an hour-long and involved 30 contractions of each targeted muscle group. Reporting in the May 23 issue of the online journal PLoS One, the team found that resistance training resulted in a reversal of the "genetic fingerprint" of muscle tissue in older adults, returning them to levels that are similar to those seen in younger adults. The study also looked at muscle strength. Before they began ...
909 days ago
Missing meals is a bad idea, AARP says Losing weight can a daunting task. But there are sensible ways to go about it. Along with a healthy diet and regular exercise, here are some suggestions: Don't skip meals -- eat three a day, especially breakfast. Skipping meals can cause you to overeat later in the day. Drink a lot of water, and drink a glass or two before a meal to help you feel more full and eat less. To fill you up without extra calories, eat foods that are rich in fiber and water, such as fruits and vegetables. Track what and how much you eat by keeping a food journal. Don't give up, and remember that every little bit you do helps move you closer to your goal.
901 days ago
An important part of any workout Stretching before exercise is a great way to warm up your muscles and prevent injury. But stretching the wrong way can cause problems, too. Here are guidelines on how to stretch safely, courtesy of the Women's Heart Foundation: Stretch for at least five to seven minutes before exercising. Keep muscles relaxed, and stretch slowly. Never bounce your muscles while stretching. Stretch until you feel some tension in your muscles, but never until it hurts. Hold each stretch for at least 15 seconds, and breathe slowly and deeply. Relax, then stretch again for a few seconds longer at each stretch. Repeat each stretch several times.
