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The Pilates Method
Pilates is whole-body-commitment to improve whole-body health for Every Body! A Pilates workout program is one of the best ways to improve your whole-body health and in a very unique way it can help you get in touch with your body, mind, and spirit. As a mind-body...
Stretching and Flexibility
When you plan time for your fitness workouts, do you take the time to stretch? It seems like the priority for exercise is always to get a good long cardio session in and make it all the way through a strength training routine in the amount of time "blocked off" for a...
Strength Training
Developing stronger muscles is an important part of fitness training at any age. With a regular strength training program (even 20-30 minutes, 2-3 days a week) you can: Reduce Body Fat Increase Lean Muscle Mass Burn Calories More Efficiently Muscle mass naturally...
Aerobics Fitness and Exercise
The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) defines aerobic exercise as "any activity that uses large muscle groups, can be maintained continuously, and is rhythmic in nature." There are several things to consider with your cardiovascular (aerobic) activities:...
Discover the Benefits of Staying Healthy and Fit with Exercise!
The Importance of Exercise & Fitness Improve Strength and Stamina Improve Self-Esteem Increase Mental Focus Improve your Mood Reduce Stress and Anxiety Reduce Depression Manage your Weight Strengthen your Heart and Lungs Get a Better Night's Sleep Put the Spark...
Beyond Pilates: Health and Wellness Resources
Taking care of your body and health means paying attention to more than just exercise! A Well-Balanced Lifestyle and Healthy Life Habits Should Include: Balancing your schedule between work, rest, and play Enjoying fresh air and sunshine Eating healthy foods...
The Importance of Pilates and Foot Fitness
The pain in my ankles was excruciating, every step brought tears to my eyes, and I was hobbling around like a decrepit old lady instead of the teenager that I really was. The diagnosis, after x-rays and nuclear dye tests was degenerative arthritis in my ankles – at...
More Foot Fitness Resources
Foot Care Products Fantastic Feet! by Aliesa George Fantastic Feet Book and Foot Fitness Kit Combo Toe Sox The "Circulator" Foot Reflexology Massage Mat Foot Care Articles 5 Exercises for Foot Strengthening Get Your Fantastic Feet in Action Oh My Aching Feet...Foot...
5 Exercises For a Foot Strengthening Fitness Program
Why is a Foot Fitness Program Important to Incorporate into Your Wellness Lifestyle? Our feet are the most used & abused part of the body. The arches of the feet provide us with flexibility, help to absorb shock, distribute the weight of the body, and assist the...
Toe Tips for Fantastic Feet, by Aliesa George
"Did you know that you can reduce foot pain by how your shoes are laced? This also affects how well the muscles of the feet work! To keep the arches of your feet lifted and supporting your body, lace your shoes so there is no pressure on the navicular bone (the knobby...