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So what's this secret exercise?
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Yes, FREE!!! and who doesn't love a bargain?
So what's this secret exercise?
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Do you spend a lot of time hunched over a desk or slumped on the sofa watching TV or reading a book? Even standing we tend to slouch rather than hold ourselves upright. Yet our posture is so important in preventing back pain and also preventing injury whilst exercising. Bad posture can even be a cause of headaches.
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I LOVE this, more proof it's never to late to change your health, to become a stronger you. ...continue reading
The most common search term that lands a person at my blog usually incorporates the words quadricep exercise and arthritis. I have already covered the topic here but I thought I would explain another exercise that you can do to strengthen your quadriceps if you have arthritis in your knees.
This is not only for those with arthritis, if you still find wall squats difficult for any reason then this might be a good substitute. This exercise does need a piece of equipment, a resistance band. Now you can get various different types of resistance bands, if you have any problems with your wrists I recommend you get ones with a handle.
Here are some examples of what you could use (not price checked) Fitness-MAD studio Pro Safety Resistance Tube or Perfect Fitess Resistance Band system or USA Pro Body Bands (no handles).
As this exercise is for a large muscle group I recommend you get one of the heavier resistance bands.
I will be doing some more articles using resistance bands as they really are perfect for throwing in your bag and taking with you for a walk around the park.
Remember to do this exercise slowly to get the full benefit, there should always be tension in the band.
Once you are comfortable doing 5 repetitions on each leg then increase the number of repetitions you do.
Before starting any new exercise program please check with your doctor and clear any exercise changes with them.
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Now if you have been a reader of this blog for a while you know I am a huge advocate for just getting outside and going for a walk. ...continue reading
I was asked the following question after my (slightly ranty) post about celebrity trainers and weight training.
"I’ve never thought about lifting weights. How does one get started, and how do you work into a cardiovascular work out?"
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