Archive for April, 2008
What is an Elliptical Trainer?
An elliptical trainer is a stationary exercise machine used to simulate walking or running without causing excessive pressure to the joints, hence decreasing the risk of impact injuries.They offer a non-impact cardiovascular workout that can vary from light to high intensity based on the resistance preference. Most elliptical trainers work the […]
April 17th, 2008 | Posted in Exercise Equipment | No Comments
Exercise Equipment
There is a variety of exercise equipment available today. You can choose from rowing machines, elliptical exercise equipment, free weights, treadmills, universal machines, cable machines, single-unit hammer strength exercise equipment, many more. Most of the newest cardiovascular machines are built with the purpose of minimizing the pounding stress on bones and joints,which you would […]
April 17th, 2008 | Posted in Exercise Equipment | No Comments
What is BCBS Health Insurance?
First off, health insurance is a type of insurance whereby the insurer pays the medical costs of the insured if the insured becomes sick due to covered causes, or due to accidents. One of the top health insurance providers includes Blue Cross Blue Shield. Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies nationwide […]
April 17th, 2008 | Posted in Health Insurance | No Comments
What is Health Insurance?
Health insurance is a type of insurance whereby the insurer pays the medical costs of the insured if the insured becomes sick due to covered causes, or due to accidents. Top health insurance providers include Humana, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, and Kaiser.
Why Buy Health Insurance?
A health insurance policy is a renewable […]
April 15th, 2008 | Posted in Health Insurance | No Comments
What is Weight Loss?
When you think about weight loss,what is the first thing that comes to mind? Is it hardcore cardiovascular exercise (cardio)? Is it intense weight training with machines and free weights? Or possibly a strict diet of vegetables and lean meats? The solution to effective weight loss is both simple and complex.The […]
April 14th, 2008 | Posted in Health | No Comments
Why is the Best Diet not always a Fast Diet?
Often, when we lose weight too quickly on a fast diet, we lose a higher percentage of muscle than bodyfat. This is exactly why some people get off their fast diets only to gain all the fat right back: because their metabolism is slower than it […]
April 14th, 2008 | Posted in Health, Nutrition | No Comments
What is Sexual Health?
Sexual intimacy is at the heart of what it means to be human, and sexual health is at the core of sexual intimacy. Sexual health is the condition of being able to engage in safe sexual activities. While this involves being free of sexually transmitted diseases, sexual health also incorporates disorders […]
April 13th, 2008 | Posted in Health | No Comments
What is Health Education?
Health education is the study of human health including dietary and fitness concerns as well as common diseases. Most health education classes also include information on proper exercise programs so that people can stay physically fit. You can read about health education in books at the library or online. Medical professionals […]
April 13th, 2008 | Posted in Health | No Comments
What is Health?
In 1948, in its constitution, the World Health Organization (WHO) defined health as follows: Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. - Wikipedia You can read about health in books at the library or online. Medical professionals are a great source for health […]
April 13th, 2008 | Posted in Health | No Comments
What is a Sport?
A sport is a competitive activity, which is governed by a set of rules or customs. The term sports commonly refer to activities where the physical or mental capabilities of the competitor, and/or equipment qualityare the sole or primary determiner of the outcome (winning or losing).
Ancient Sports
Ancient artifacts and structures suggest that […]
April 13th, 2008 | Posted in Sports | No Comments