Health,Medical,Wellness,Medicine http://allhealthmedinfo.com Fri, 03 Sep 2010 12:50:00 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.7.1 en hourly 1 Celebrate Summer Lovin’: 10 Healthy Date Activities http://allhealthmedinfo.com/celebrate-summer-lovin-10-healthy-date-activities/ http://allhealthmedinfo.com/celebrate-summer-lovin-10-healthy-date-activities/#comments Fri, 03 Sep 2010 12:50:00 +0000 admin http://allhealthmedinfo.com/celebrate-summer-lovin-10-healthy-date-activities/ Uh-oh! Like it or not, the final days of Summer are driftin’ away. If you’re looking to take a vacation from your usual workouts, take advantage of the season and carve out some time with your favorite cutie or health-minded pal for a calorie-burning date. Tell me more, tell me more, you say? Here are a few of my favorites activities to cool you off, heat things up, and keep you moving. View Slideshow ›

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]]> http://allhealthmedinfo.com/celebrate-summer-lovin-10-healthy-date-activities/feed/ Wax On and Wax Off to a Better Bod http://allhealthmedinfo.com/wax-on-and-wax-off-to-a-better-bod/ http://allhealthmedinfo.com/wax-on-and-wax-off-to-a-better-bod/#comments Fri, 03 Sep 2010 11:30:32 +0000 admin http://allhealthmedinfo.com/wax-on-and-wax-off-to-a-better-bod/ The dog days of Summer are quickly coming to a close. Before the lingering warm days are gone, I dare you to take advantage of them by washing your car and giving your body a good workout. Last weekend, I busted out a bucket, sponges, a hose, and my waterproof shoes. An hour later, I had a sparkling set of wheels and my guns were ablazin’. If you’re up for it, engage in these steps and add any other tips to the comments! Put some elbow grease into your washing movements with circular motions. Think like Mr. Miyagi . . . wax on, wax off. If you are covering a large side of the car, you can lunge from side to side as you clean and dry the car. When you’re washing the back of the car, add some leg lifts while you swipe with the sponges. When it’s time to clean the wheels, practice your squats - remember they’re not just for the gym anymore. Time for the grill! After drying off the car, prop yourself up on the bumper for a few push-ups.

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]]> http://allhealthmedinfo.com/wax-on-and-wax-off-to-a-better-bod/feed/ 6 Reasons Runners Will Love the New iPods http://allhealthmedinfo.com/6-reasons-runners-will-love-the-new-ipods/ http://allhealthmedinfo.com/6-reasons-runners-will-love-the-new-ipods/#comments Fri, 03 Sep 2010 10:47:17 +0000 admin http://allhealthmedinfo.com/6-reasons-runners-will-love-the-new-ipods/ This week’s announcement of new iPods piqued my interest not only as a lover of shiny, new toys, but also as a runner. The two smallest versions, the new iPod Shuffle and iPod Nano, are even more perfect for running (and other exercises). Here’s why: The new Nano is tiny. - At just over 1 1/2 inches wide and just under 1 1/2 inches high, the new Nano is considerably smaller than the previous version - it’s almost half the size! And it also weighs half as much as the previous version. The Shuffle’s buttons are back. - The most recent version of the Shuffle was, in my opinion, a runner’s nightmare. The design was sleek, but there were no buttons on the device itself, making it incredibly difficult to use with any other headphones other than the ones that came with the device. Now, the same familiar circular set of buttons have made a comeback. There are more reasons to love ‘em! Check out the rest after the break.

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]]> http://allhealthmedinfo.com/6-reasons-runners-will-love-the-new-ipods/feed/ How to Sneak Fitness Into the Most Relaxing of Vacations http://allhealthmedinfo.com/how-to-sneak-fitness-into-the-most-relaxing-of-vacations/ http://allhealthmedinfo.com/how-to-sneak-fitness-into-the-most-relaxing-of-vacations/#comments Thu, 02 Sep 2010 20:30:50 +0000 admin http://allhealthmedinfo.com/how-to-sneak-fitness-into-the-most-relaxing-of-vacations/ “Vacations are not meant for fitness.” This quote is from a dear friend of mine; the two of us are driving down the coast for Labor Day. While it’s true that I usually don’t plan my vacations around fitness , I like being active - even when away from home ! But I get it, it’s Labor Day, the last hurrah before Summer ends, and my friend wants nothing but fun in the sun. Since she’s doing all the driving, I’m definitely not going to suggest a yoga session on the beach . But that’s because I have something even better in mind. Instead of framing activities in terms of fitness and exercise, I’ve got a few fun suggestions that will keep her smiling, and me active. Let’s go ride a bike . Riding bikes in the Summer sun can’t be beat, especially when it’s along a beach boardwalk. Once we hit Los Angeles, I’m looking forward to renting a couple of bikes and cruising along the Santa Monica beach boardwalk . Book a spa date . A visit to the spa is not only an indulgent way to hang with a girlfriend, it’s also a great way to relax. Schedule a massage to de-stress, relieve sore muscles, and boost immunity levels. See how we’ll be spending our nights when you read more. Dance the night away . A night out at the club can be super fun, and dancing is a great way to burn calories . Just make sure to keep everything in moderation so you don’t spend the next day nursing a hangover . Make a healthy meal feel indulgent . Before we go, I am researching great spots to dine out that also have a reputation for being healthy or offering local, organic food. My friend will feel like we’re having a decadent meal out, and I’ll still be able to find something on the menu that suits my healthy diet.

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]]> http://allhealthmedinfo.com/how-to-sneak-fitness-into-the-most-relaxing-of-vacations/feed/ Smarter Eats: When Dining Out, Get Grilling http://allhealthmedinfo.com/smarter-eats-when-dining-out-get-grilling/ http://allhealthmedinfo.com/smarter-eats-when-dining-out-get-grilling/#comments Wed, 01 Sep 2010 21:00:21 +0000 admin http://allhealthmedinfo.com/smarter-eats-when-dining-out-get-grilling/ Dining out is a great way to try new foods, hang out with friends, and take a break from cooking. It can also be an easy way to put a glitch in a healthy diet. Many restaurant dishes are laden with hidden calories from butter and oil, which isn’t always clear when you order the fish or salad. If you’re worried about hidden fats in your dishes, but don’t want to look like a high-maintenance diner , stick to grilled menu items. Chef friends of mine say that grilled dishes tend to be the healthiest in restaurants because less fat is used to cook these dishes. And even though butter or oil is used to keep foods from sticking to the grill, the amount of added fat is much less than compared to dishes that are sauteed or fried. And rather than cook in its own fat, the fat from grilled food tends to drip away. Another bonus: I find that healthier food options like leaner proteins and fresh veggies are usually the only grilled menu items in restaurants. But just sticking to grilled menu items is not enough to keep the calories from building when dining out. I try to make my experience healthier by sharing an entree or enjoying an appetizer as a main course . I also keep myself from going overboard on the bread basket and will often skip dessert. How do you keep dining out a healthy experience?

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]]> http://allhealthmedinfo.com/smarter-eats-when-dining-out-get-grilling/feed/ Smarter Eats: When Dining Out, Get Grilling http://allhealthmedinfo.com/smarter-eats-when-dining-out-get-grilling/ http://allhealthmedinfo.com/smarter-eats-when-dining-out-get-grilling/#comments Wed, 01 Sep 2010 21:00:21 +0000 admin http://allhealthmedinfo.com/smarter-eats-when-dining-out-get-grilling/ Dining out is a great way to try new foods, hang out with friends, and take a break from cooking. It can also be an easy way to put a glitch in a healthy diet. Many restaurant dishes are laden with hidden calories from butter and oil, which isn’t always clear when you order the fish or salad. If you’re worried about hidden fats in your dishes, but don’t want to look like a high-maintenance diner , stick to grilled menu items. Chef friends of mine say that grilled dishes tend to be the healthiest in restaurants because less fat is used to cook these dishes. And even though butter or oil is used to keep foods from sticking to the grill, the amount of added fat is much less than compared to dishes that are sauteed or fried. And rather than cook in its own fat, the fat from grilled food tends to drip away. Another bonus: I find that healthier food options like leaner proteins and fresh veggies are usually the only grilled menu items in restaurants. But just sticking to grilled menu items is not enough to keep the calories from building when dining out. I try to make my experience healthier by sharing an entree or enjoying an appetizer as a main course . I also keep myself from going overboard on the bread basket and will often skip dessert. How do you keep dining out a healthy experience?

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]]> http://allhealthmedinfo.com/smarter-eats-when-dining-out-get-grilling/feed/ Graphotherapy Exercise For Relaxation http://allhealthmedinfo.com/graphotherapy-exercise-for-relaxation/ http://allhealthmedinfo.com/graphotherapy-exercise-for-relaxation/#comments Wed, 01 Sep 2010 17:30:35 +0000 admin http://allhealthmedinfo.com/graphotherapy-exercise-for-relaxation/ Stressed out? Grab a pen or pencil and some paper, and do this relaxation exercise from the OnSugar blog goddessbody . I call this exercise the Phone Cord (before the cell phone and cordless phone). It promotes calmness and relaxation and relieves inner tension. It also helps improve balance and coordination. Learn how to do this easy exercise when you read more. Tools and Process All you need to do graphotherapy exercises is a pen or pencil and paper. It’s ideal to use unlined paper but if you need to use lined paper to begin that’s okay. A blank journal is a great tool for graphotherapy because you can see your progress over time. To do the exercises, simply start at the top of your page and draw the exercise across the page just as if you were writing. Begin a new line and draw the exercise again. Continue until you reach the bottom of the page. Keep your hands and body as relaxed as possible. Try to work in a smooth, continuous manner. The goal of this exercise is to make continuous loops across the page. Make the loops round and the same size; keep an even and continuous flow and use light to moderate pressure. If your loops have pointed tops or begin to shrink, this is a sign of inner tension and possibly moving too fast. Take a deep breath, slow down and continue the exercise. Keep notes on each session. Notice how you feel while doing the exercise (bored, tense, stiff, relaxed). Do any thoughts repeat as you work? Over time you should notice that you feel more relaxed doing the exercise. Frequency This particular exercise can be done anytime you’re feeling stressed out and need to calm down. However, in general, I recommend doing one exercise for at least 10 minutes a day. This may be 5 minutes in the morning and 5 minutes in the evening or just 10 minutes at one time.  After seven days check in with yourself and look back over your notes. Think about whether your behavior has changed in the areas you wished to impact. If so, then you’re probably done with the exercise. If you still think you need a little improvement, continue to do the same exercise for another 7 days. Repeat for a total of 21 days if necessary. Discontinue the exercise after 21 days even if you haven’t seen any improvement or change - it just may not be an exercise you need. Check out my previous post on graphotherapy for creativity and emotional release. Get more fitness tips, videos, and exercises by following goddessbody . And why not start your own OnSugar blog ? Your posts could be featured here on FitSugar.

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]]> http://allhealthmedinfo.com/graphotherapy-exercise-for-relaxation/feed/ Graphotherapy Exercise For Relaxation http://allhealthmedinfo.com/graphotherapy-exercise-for-relaxation/ http://allhealthmedinfo.com/graphotherapy-exercise-for-relaxation/#comments Wed, 01 Sep 2010 17:30:35 +0000 admin http://allhealthmedinfo.com/graphotherapy-exercise-for-relaxation/ Stressed out? Grab a pen or pencil and some paper, and do this relaxation exercise from the OnSugar blog goddessbody . I call this exercise the Phone Cord (before the cell phone and cordless phone). It promotes calmness and relaxation and relieves inner tension. It also helps improve balance and coordination. Learn how to do this easy exercise when you read more. Tools and Process All you need to do graphotherapy exercises is a pen or pencil and paper. It’s ideal to use unlined paper but if you need to use lined paper to begin that’s okay. A blank journal is a great tool for graphotherapy because you can see your progress over time. To do the exercises, simply start at the top of your page and draw the exercise across the page just as if you were writing. Begin a new line and draw the exercise again. Continue until you reach the bottom of the page. Keep your hands and body as relaxed as possible. Try to work in a smooth, continuous manner. The goal of this exercise is to make continuous loops across the page. Make the loops round and the same size; keep an even and continuous flow and use light to moderate pressure. If your loops have pointed tops or begin to shrink, this is a sign of inner tension and possibly moving too fast. Take a deep breath, slow down and continue the exercise. Keep notes on each session. Notice how you feel while doing the exercise (bored, tense, stiff, relaxed). Do any thoughts repeat as you work? Over time you should notice that you feel more relaxed doing the exercise. Frequency This particular exercise can be done anytime you’re feeling stressed out and need to calm down. However, in general, I recommend doing one exercise for at least 10 minutes a day. This may be 5 minutes in the morning and 5 minutes in the evening or just 10 minutes at one time.  After seven days check in with yourself and look back over your notes. Think about whether your behavior has changed in the areas you wished to impact. If so, then you’re probably done with the exercise. If you still think you need a little improvement, continue to do the same exercise for another 7 days. Repeat for a total of 21 days if necessary. Discontinue the exercise after 21 days even if you haven’t seen any improvement or change - it just may not be an exercise you need. Check out my previous post on graphotherapy for creativity and emotional release. Get more fitness tips, videos, and exercises by following goddessbody . And why not start your own OnSugar blog ? Your posts could be featured here on FitSugar.

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]]> http://allhealthmedinfo.com/graphotherapy-exercise-for-relaxation/feed/ Get Motivated to Go For That Run! http://allhealthmedinfo.com/get-motivated-to-go-for-that-run/ http://allhealthmedinfo.com/get-motivated-to-go-for-that-run/#comments Wed, 01 Sep 2010 16:30:09 +0000 admin http://allhealthmedinfo.com/get-motivated-to-go-for-that-run/ Even as the weather warms up in San Francisco after a Summer of fog, between long and hectic days at work and a growing at-home to-do list, sometimes the last thing I feel like doing after I get home is going for a run. Reader caleighashton has the same problem, posting a question in the community seeking some motivational ideas . Here’s some of your best advice (and a little of my own): “The first few seconds are rough when I get home and change into my workout gear. I make sure I’ve laid out my clothes and I don’t sit down. I immediately head out for my run. It’s part of my daily routine now.” - kittieflyn “Bring my workout clothes with me to the office and either go to the gym after work, or to run outside, change at work so I don’t even go in the house. If I make it inside, it is a lot harder to head back out for a run, so by not going in the house I save myself from the temptation to stay in.” - Jenngal24 Check out some more reader-tested advice and share your own after the break.

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]]> http://allhealthmedinfo.com/get-motivated-to-go-for-that-run/feed/ Get Motivated to Go For That Run! http://allhealthmedinfo.com/get-motivated-to-go-for-that-run/ http://allhealthmedinfo.com/get-motivated-to-go-for-that-run/#comments Wed, 01 Sep 2010 16:30:09 +0000 admin http://allhealthmedinfo.com/get-motivated-to-go-for-that-run/ Even as the weather warms up in San Francisco after a Summer of fog, between long and hectic days at work and a growing at-home to-do list, sometimes the last thing I feel like doing after I get home is going for a run. Reader caleighashton has the same problem, posting a question in the community seeking some motivational ideas . Here’s some of your best advice (and a little of my own): “The first few seconds are rough when I get home and change into my workout gear. I make sure I’ve laid out my clothes and I don’t sit down. I immediately head out for my run. It’s part of my daily routine now.” - kittieflyn “Bring my workout clothes with me to the office and either go to the gym after work, or to run outside, change at work so I don’t even go in the house. If I make it inside, it is a lot harder to head back out for a run, so by not going in the house I save myself from the temptation to stay in.” - Jenngal24 Check out some more reader-tested advice and share your own after the break.

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