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Tuesday, December 2, 2008

Reasons Why You Are Not Losing Weight

By Ricardo d Argence

The diet industry shows that millions of people tried to lose weight everyday but have failed. You know they are failing by the sheer number of new products that comes on to the market every day. Here we will look at a few reasons why diets fail.

Entire food groups are off limits in the majority of today's popular diets. No, fat diets, diets with no carbs and some diets with no food at all! Surprisingly many people are unable to attain weight loss.

In order for our multifaceted bodies to properly operate, numerous nutrients are needed. Usually your body will react negatively when a food group is eliminated and weight loss will not occur.

Starvation diets are even less favorable as you will deprive yourself of necessary nutrients and find yourself losing little if any weight. That is because your body will go into what is known as starvation mode. Your body slows down its metabolism in order to store fat because it believes there is a food shortage and it wants to protect itself. This is to prevent you from dying under extreme circumstances. Its very risky in terms of your health but little by little your system will be able to overcome it.

To lose weight effectively you will need to maintain a healthy balanced diet. This means that you must partake of all the food groups. The better approach is to limit your portion size, this way you are getting nutrients while cutting caloric intake.

Extolling claims that weight loss can be attained without exercise, many fad diets have become extremely popular. It is imperative that you consume fewer calories than you use while getting regular exercise. Anything that you do to raise your heart rate and increases your oxygen intake will be beneficial. Our bodies were not made to be sedentary they need movement.

Aside from any kitchen sink, there are many useful and effective ways that are considered as the greatest aid of losing weight. Your body is composed of mostly water, about 61.8%. It is undeniable the water is very vital for proper body function. It is only the maintenance amount that the recommended daily allowance of water is eight 8-ounce glasses, but if you do any type of strenuous activity or perspire a lot you will need to take in more fluids.

To create a healthy weight loss program you should bring all the elements above together. Eat properly, exercise regularly and drink plenty of water and you have the best weight loss plan on the planet. - 17273

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How Vegetarians and Vegans Can Eat For Muscle Building

By Caleb Lee

My article earlier on eating clean sketches out simple nutrition guidelines for you. Nonetheless, I received an email from a vegetarian wanting some tips.

For sure, Protein is one of the highly vital "macro nutrients" you need to build muscle and to help you get well from your strength training. Majority of specialists recommend at least 1g per pound of bodyweight each day.

But most of the opinion for getting protein involves consuming stuff vegetarians and vegans can't - if that describes you, read this article for muscle building nutrition advice for vegetarians and vegans...

In What Way Vegetarians & Vegans Eat?

Nearly everyone consume a lot of vegetables, legumes, fruits, tofu and soy. Several kinds eat eggs & dairy products too. But no animal flesh (meat, fish or poultry).

* Lacto-ovo Vegetarians. Does not eat beef, pork, poultry, fish, shellfish or animal flesh of any kind, consumes only dairy and egg products.

* Lacto Vegetarians. No eggs as well as animal flesh. Consumes dairy products such as milk, cheese, yogurt, butter, and cream.

* Ovo Vegetarians. Eat eggs, but no dairy and no animal flesh.

* Vegans. Does not eat any animal products or byproducts.

Problems You'll Run Into With Vegeterianism & Veganism.

Vegetables and fruits are good for fiber, vitamins and minerals. Green vegetables are also good because they raise your alkalinity levels and counteract acidic foods like meat. Here's a few "problems" you'll run into eating like this though:

* Allergic reactions - if all you eat is dairy and eggs you for protein, then you can run into lactose intolerance, acne, or other allergic reactions from all the dairy food

Low Testosterone - meats, eggs, and dairy products have saturated fat and cholesterol which enhance testosterone. If your T levels are down you'll have a reduced amount of muscle, less strength, less energy, lagging libido, higher body fat, and less of an "ambition"

Good Sources of Protein for Vegeterians & Vegans

It's simple when you're lacto and/or ovo. Just don't consume meat and follow my other eating nutritious rules to get your protein: whey protein, cheese, eggs, milk, and so on. If you're vegan, there's a few extra sources of protein:

* Beans. Black, garbanzo, hummus, kidney, fava, winged, mungo, lima

* Legumes. Snow peas, chick pea, cow peas, peas, lentils ...

* Whole Grains. Breads, granola, quinoa, oats, brown rice ...

* Protein Powder. Soy protein, hemp protein, rice protein

* Milk. Soy milk, rice milk, plant milk, coconut milk, almond milk ...

* Soy. Soy beans, tofu, soy cheese, deli-style soy meats, soy milk,

* Nuts. Cashew, peanuts, peanut butter, walnuts, almonds ...

* Seeds. Pumpkin, flax, sesame, hemp ... - 17273

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How to Become a Yoga Instructor

By Kiiera Success Group

Throughout the country Yoga is becoming one of the fastest growing exercise and meditation programs. One of the reasons for this growth is because of all the benefits ranging from improved sense of well being to an overall physical health improvement. As research continues to be done it is continually finding benefits that indicate this practice is physically and mentally healthy. The need for good yoga instructors increases as the practice continues to expand. Beginners need the guidance of a good instructor to eliminate possible injury of overstretched muscles and joints. With the skills and encouragement of a qualified instructor the student can achieve physical goals and then continue to practice independently.

Different levels of yoga instructor and several types of yoga are available. To become certified as an instructor requires reaching a certain level of knowledge. The Yoga Alliance is the watchdog in the industry and has specific standards for individuals who want to instruct.

They have a 200 hour certification as well as a 500 hour certification. Completion of this allows the instructor to place the initials RYT after his name. There are many training programs available and there are certain requirements before becoming a student. Typical would be able to do a handstand in the middle of the room and have practiced yoga for a number of years.

Most instructors don't make a full time living giving instruction. If they do it requires hard work and very long hours, without health benefits or 401 K programs. There are many who are able to juggle yoga classes each week around their other jobs. These hard working instructors would do well to include the health benefits of a new product called Kiiera Viv. This is a brand new all natural product that is simply added to your water and improves both mental and physical function. It comes in small portable packets containing the healthy and delicious powder.

In searching for a qualified instructor, start by looking at local yoga centers. Some offer their own training programs and you should check out their curriculum before deciding to start training. It can cost a yoga instructor several thousand dollars to become certified so this industry has become a money making operation. Check any program you consider to make sure it has a Yoga Alliance certification which will guarantee any certificate you receive on completion is valued at another center.

Tuition may run as high as $3000.00 in class fees to become certified at the 200 hour level and if you go for the 500 hour level it can double. Consider how your schedule will fit with the classes. Some set it up for eight hour day training and achieve the 200 hour status in only a month. If it is evening and week end classes it may take longer to complete. The number of hours you are willing to devote will determine your choice. Lastly, you will be spending a lot of time with your instructor, make sure to consider his personality. - 17273

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Building Muscle Supplements - Anabolic Factors To Hyper Growth!

By Westy

This program offers the seven anabolic factors and the use of an anabolic environment that will create greater muscle growth. If you think you already know about this process, you will learn something new from Jeff in this program.

In the dieting part of the program you will find a plan to help you get to your goals no matter what they are. If you are trying to gain muscle mass or burn fat, you will find a method that will work for you. In the exercise portion of the program you will find that there is plenty of variety. This will prevent you from becoming bored with this program.

Once you have worked your way through the book, you will barely remember the difficulties that you faced along the road to your goal. The workout book will give you a twenty four week Optimum Anabolics program that will help you through your routine. There is a log sheet for every day that you can print out. You will also receive a year long membership in the online forum called the Muscle Nerd University. Here you will be able to view videos for training and exercise along with a great many other features. There is also a monthly training that will only be able to be viewed by members. You will be able to ask questions during the training session on the particular subject of that months training.

The live aspect of the program gives many members a break from the reading that they are doing with the main program.

The program also allows you to access an extensive database that will find the answers to any question that you might have. If you find that the answers are not there for your specific questions, you can feel free to ask in the training sessions online.

There is some tracking software included in the program that will help you to see the progress that you are making. You will also learn how to determine your body fat using only a tape measure. There is more information on the use of calipers for determining your body fat.

There are some programs that are designed to focus on specific parts of the body. This will help you to target some of the areas that you are having problems with. In the past you only had one month of access to the member's area. This has been increased to a full year. There should be a forum for members only to help with the intensive concepts and the unique training methods that are used.

Even though this is a very complex program, you will find it relatively simple to understand with this program. The well organized book certainly helps in this regard. There are some very complex ideas that are put forth and you need a book that treats the subject with organization and detail. There is a lot of research that has gone into the creation of this program and you will be able to understand everything contained very well.

The main ingredient of it is cycling which manipulates the body's defence mechanisms to discover muscle growth. Jeff shows you how to use this program's interesting approach to cycling to help bring you constant growth.

The program requires dedication, discipline and hard work. It is designed for people who've got some experience, intermediate to advanced trainers. If you've got the dedication you'll find the program delivers beyond your expectations. Jeff's incredible attention to detail and his teaching abilities turns the complex and specific approach to body building into a great advanced muscle mass building program that's understandable and easily applicable. - 17273

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5 Reasons Why You Are Skinny And Not Muscular

By Caleb Lee

I've been working out since I was 5 years old through martial arts. Plus I started doing hard-core strength and conditioning routines since I was 12. Thus, keeping in shape wasn't really a problem.

On the other hand, I come across individuals who don't look the way they want, and each time they speak their mind, it's like hearing stories that is the same as before. That's why I am writing this post, if you are:

* Scrawny and feel you can't transform your body into a strong, muscular, powerful specimen...

* Fat and think you can't lose the weight

* "skinny fat" where you have no beefiness, but you're just lean...

Then I can guarantee you are this way because of one of these 5 things:

Reason #1: You Don't Have Specialized Knowledge

* You have no idea how to boost strength.

* You have no idea how to watch your weight.

* You have no idea how to eat healthy

* You just eat take-out food and food out of a box since you don't know how to cook.

* You don't know which training program is best.

Knowledge is the primary step at all times. The first thing you need to understand is how your body works, how right nutrition and work out transforms the animal - then you learn how to make it do what you want it to do. In your case: change your physique for the better-build muscle and lose fat.

That's why you're here. I will give you the understanding you need. Yet it's up to you to utilize it. Knowledge is NOT power, only APPLIED knowledge is power.

Second Reason: You Are Lazy

* You know how to build muscle but you don't want to put in the work.

* You know how to build strength, but you think it's "too much work".

* You know how to burn fat, but you make excuses like "I don't have the time!"

* You know how to eat nutritious, but then it's easier to eat convenience food and food in a packaged form

I'm a big fan of being what I call unrealistically lazy. That is to say, I look for the very best ways (specialized knowledge) to achieve the extreme results in the minimum time. Thus, I get in, get it done, and stop. You should be WORTHY of the right to be lazy.

You can read every book on the planet about building muscle and losing weight, but if you never make a start on working out and eating healthy then you'll never achieve ANY results. You have to do something. Don't be afraid of failure, the most successful people realize that their whole life is one big mistake!

Third Reason: You Admit Yourself As "Skinny" or "Fat" or "Not Muscular"

* You think of yourself as "skinny, fat or not muscular" rather than as what you want to be

* It doesn't bother you a lot that you're this way at all

* if you actually cared enough, if it concerned you enough, you'd change

* You're COMFORTABLE with your appearance.

Nowadays being overweight and flabby is considered common. It wasn't always like this. We used to be hunters and if you weren't in shape-you were dead-end of story. During the industrial age everybody pulled through on hard physical labor, each person was in shape and buff.

You were considered "sickly" if you were lean and not brawny or teased for being overweight. You shouldn't feel bad about yourself but don't just say "this is just the way I am". You can turn into whatever you want to become and achieve things you never thought you could achieve if you're sick to death of your current situation and want to change bad enough.

Reason #4: You Think Gaining Muscle and Burning Fat is hard

* You accept terms like "hardgainer" and pertain them to you

* You don't get results in 2 weeks, hence you stop

* You leaf through books and magazines that point out "battling the bulge" like it's hard

Building muscle isn't all that hard. If you've always been skinny, try to get strong. Your body MUST adapt by building muscle to help you get stronger. It's the way your body works.

Losing fat isn't hard either. You eat clean and you stay active. Anyone who says they can't find 12 minutes a day 3x per week to lose fat is lying to themselves.

Reason No. 5: You Are Not Persistent Enough

* You haven't said "come rain or shine"

* You haven't said to yourself "failure is not an option"

* You haven't decided yet that "this is the year I get this sh*t handled!"

To tell the truth, you can build muscle, burn fat, and reshape your body using practically ANY training routine and dietary program. That's the reason why there's so many of them out there. The key to success (ANY success) amounts to 2 things:

1. Make up your mind you're going to do something and

1. Do it ANYWAY

I used to train with methods I wouldn't make use right away. They're not "proper" but it WORKED because I turned down in taking failure as an option. If you too develop the "do or die" attitude, you can attain whatever.

I will give you the know-how - or you can get the drift somewhere. I like to believe that I have the fastest, really intelligent, highly effective means to execute it - yet you can obtain the knowledge you need from any person. In addition, you don't need to be all that "positive" in your thinking. Simply make a decision and find a way to get it done. - 17273

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Substitute Therapies For Treating Fibromyalgia

By Michael Byrd

Medical conditions such as fibromyalgia are tough to handle, and some patients even feel worse after undergoing treatment. However, take heart! Since I have witnessed dramatic results with alternative remedies for Fibromyalgia, with patients experiencing full reversals. And would it feel good to be fully healed again?

For those who are willing, they may begin by implementing changes in their lifestyle. You could do this by eliminating the stressful situations that you encounter everyday. You could also find better methods of reducing stress and relaxation. Exercises such as deep breathing and meditation are very helpful in dealing with the depression and anxiety associated with Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS).

The next activity is to begin doing light aerobic exercises like swimming or walking. These exercises may take some effort at the start, however they are helpful in reducing stress, so it's worth the initial pain. You should start slowly, gradually increasing until you are doing this for half an hour, four or more times a week.

Be sure to get adequate sleep. It's good to go to bed and wake up at the same time every day. The constant pain from fibromyalgia usually causes fatigue, which requires that you get as much sleep as needed. You should also ensure that your sleeping space is kept comfortable, relaxing and quiet. And please don't watch the news before you sleep, avoid alcohol, caffeine, and sugar at night, because these alter your sleep patterns.

As with eating and drinking, achieving high levels of nutrition is vital. Getting as much high-quality nutrition is key in attaining a more vibrant and healthy life. For optimum results, consume organic whole grains, fresh fruit and vegetables, and omega-3 rich fish. It also helps to reduce fat intake to 30% below your daily calorie level, drink at least eight glasses of pure, clean water, and eat only free-range meat if possible. Smokers are definitely advised to stop this time.

Another vital nutritional factor to consider is that you need to get at least 1,000 i.u's of vitamin D. Dr. Michael Holick, director of Vitamin D, Skin and Bone Research Laboratory at Boston University, notes that people who have aching bones and muscles, are simply suffering from vitamin deficiency.

It's worth knowing that although you try to eat the best and most healthy diets, research indicates that you can't get all the necessary nutrients from the food you eat. It's vital to take whole food supplements for ensuring optimum health, as even the American Medical Association recommends taking these supplements.

In overcoming fibromyalgia, the most important thing to consider is to take better care of yourself. To do this, you need to eat right, exercise regularly, take time to relax, and inform everyone that you've got a new method for having more fun. You could listen to your favorite music, take a warm bath, get a massage, walk your dog, watch a feel -good movie, and whistle a happy tune. Live a great life! - 17273

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Pure Acai Berry

By Micheal Vincent

There are very few foods in the world that can claim to be superfoods. Superfoods must have many more benefits besides just providing enough calories and some nutrition. However, there are some foods that are able to be elevated to superfood status because of the incredible benefits they can deliver.

Acai berry is one of these foods. With its ability to do everything from increase weight loss to fighting off disease, acai berry can provide you with better health without any effort.

What makes Pure Acai Berry such an incredible food is the fact that its nutritional content is as close to perfect as possible. First of all, it is absolutely filled with antioxidants. Click here to find more information about Best Acai Berry Offers.

As you probably know, antioxidants are necessary for slowing down the effects of aging and for fighting disease. The berry also has monounsaturated fats, which are the healthy type also found in olive oil.

Fiber and phytosterols are also part of the package, as is a well balanced amino acid complex. In all, this food is a very complete way of getting energy, nutrition, and antioxidants all in one package.

Because of its extremely complete nutritional content, the acai berry has the potential to provide tons of benefits for your body. Among the most popular reasons for people to use the product are to increase energy, maintain better health, and to lose weight.

You can expect to have more energy when you use the acai berry because of its combination of carbohydrates and fats and its high concentration of antioxidants. All of these things combined make it a very good source of energy and a great way to increase your stamina during the day. Because you are likely to feel and be healthier while taking it, this will also increase your energy.

The antioxidant levels of this berry are more than five times as high as in blueberries and other such foods. This makes them very powerful in terms of fighting aging and bodily damage. Many people rely on this berry to fight off the free radicals that can be implicated in everything from cancer to wrinkles.

Antioxidants have the amazing power to neutralize free radicals, which can help you feel younger and healthier than ever before. By using foods with high levels of antioxidants, you can experience great health and fend off the damaging effects of pollution, UV light, aging and more.

Pure Acai Berry can also help you with your weight loss goals as it has the ability to help your body burn fat more efficiently and to increase your metabolism. In addition, because it can help your body work more efficiently in general, you can expect losing weight to be easier.

For instance, the ability of the berry to increase your stamina will make it easier for you to exercise, and the berries perfect amino acid complex will allow your muscles to function properly during exercise. The berry even provides digestive support so that you can use your food more efficiently.

The benefits of the acai berry are hard to beat and it is a great addition to any diet. Since it is not a local crop, the best way to get the benefits of this berry is in the supplement form offered by Pure Acai Berry.

Since this is the most concentrated and purest way of getting the incredible benefits of this berry, you will be able to reap the benefits of this berry much sooner. Begin now and you can even get a Free Trial of Pure Acai Berry to see the benefits for yourself! Click on Best Acai Berry Offers to find out more. - 17273

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Feel Better Throughout Your Day: Without the Beer Belly

By Ryan L. Freeman

I know it's quite disappointing to see an annoying bulging belly in the middle. There may be various reasons why people get a fat belly, the most common being excess consumption of alcohol or other sugars. And I'm sure the term 'beer belly' isn't a very appealing designation. Therefore, in order to lose the big bulge requires you to bring healthier changes in to your lifestyle. In recent times, it has been observed that looking good has become almost a necessity and a big beer belly does not help in anyway. Today, when the in trend is to develop 6-pack abs, you just can't afford to maintain a beer belly.

It is true that six-pack abdominals look very cool, but that doesn't mean everyone has to have them. A healthy flat stomach is just what you need if not six-pack abdominals. This article focuses on all those people who are faced with beer bellies and, yet have the dream of developing tight abdominals. Here in this article we have discussed a few points that will help you transform your dream into reality. But let's take one thing at a time. First, you need to lose the beer belly and in order to achieve that we need to work on your diet plan.

Following instructions will help you a great deal to lose your less than flat stomach. Once you see your body losing that unwanted fat and toning up, you know you are half way through. Now, you can take your next step towards developing your long desired six-pack abdominals.

If you ask me, I genuinely don't think 6 pack killer abs are required; being in shape is more important than having tight abdominals. However, if you still think developing killer six-pack abdominals is what you want; then let me warn you beforehand, it won't be easy like popping some diet pill. Prepare your mind and body accordingly and set off from the mark towards your goal.

Let's take a quick peek at just a few items that it takes to reach your goal:

Follow a healthy diet, drink enough water everyday, and quit unhealthy habits.

There are some specific workouts that you should follow to lose your beer belly and work towards six-pack abdominals or at least flattening your stomach.

Of course, having tight abdominals is always desirable but do not overstress yourself to get to that ultimate situation. The basic point to lose the beer belly is to be healthy and to feel better; and in order to achieve these, tight abdominals aren't required. Having a lean well-toned stomach is what your aim should be. Still, if you think six-pack abdominals are a must then going through the rest of our information (you'll find the link to below), is sure to do you some good. So, go ahead and take your first step towards a leaner and healthier body. - 17273

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Build Muscle Up and Improve Range of Motion with Kettleballs

By Jared Conley

While kettleballs have been used for over a century in places like Russia, their use was not common until recent years. In America, kettleball training is virtually exploding, thanks to some very unique benefits that you can achieve with kettleballs. For anyone looking for muscle weight gain, kettleballs make an attractive entry in your conditioning routine.

Kettleballs look like miniature bowling balls with large, thick handles. They come in various weights from around 2 kilos to 35 kilos, but the heavier weights aren't used often, because kettleball training is more focused on explosive strength, conditioning, and movement, instead of sheer strength.

The beauty of kettleball training is their versatility. In one short session you can achieve a number of goals. Some of the many benefits you'll gain from kettleball training include:

* Strength increases

* Explosive power improvements

* Improvement in your conditioning level

* Increased joint flexibility and range of motion

* Anaerobic conditioning gains

* Core strength increases

* Stabilization and balance improvements

* And I've saved the best for last: kettleball training will boost your metabolic rate for after a workout is over, making them ideal candidates to help you build muscle up and shed fat.

Kettleballs do have drawbacks, however, but they can be overcome. The drawback cited most frequently is that kettleballs only work for core and upper body conditioning, and not your lower body. To make up for this you'll need to pair your kettleball routine with a solid lower body session, or perhaps even a quick high intensity interval training (HIIT) workout.

Keep in mind that ketteballs will work best in interval-based workouts, so traditional body building workouts aren't the best fit. However, if your goal is to build muscle up and you stay abreast of advances in fitness science, you're probably aware already that traditional strength training exercises aren't the most appropriate option.

With the many advantages that kettleballs offer, they should be added to your workout workout, provided that your workout already emphasizes recent advancements in exercise science and is a good fit for your goals and body type. - 17273

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Back Pain Treatment: Massage Chairs Offer Massage Therapy

By James Knolan

If you suffer from back pain, then you owe it to yourself to explore what treatment options are available. You want to check with your doctor or chiropractor to diagnose your condition. Some forms of lower back pain can be treated more naturally while others may need surgery. This depends on many factors that your health professional can consult you on directly. Many back pain treatments utilize massage therapy to help assist the healing process. Massage therapy is not necessarily the cure. It is a compliment to your therapeutic needs. Massage therapy can be performed by a massage therapist or in some cases with a massage chair.

There are many possible causes for back pain, but the most common are from lifting, posture, sitting, pregnancy, stress and injury. More traumatic back pain is usually associated with lifting and injury. Usually a sudden sharp pain is felt and the damage is done immediately. Minor back pain, on the other hand, may result from posture, sitting, stress, or even pregnancy. These pains accumulate over a period of time and result in dull, prolonged aches and pains. These can be cumbersome to live with and cause considerable discomfort. Finding out how to help heal these conditions requires a multi-prong approach.

Getting diagnosed is the first step. Your health care professional can chart out a plan of action for you. Following the treatment is important to actually achieve progress in healing your condition. Minor back pain can cause considerable discomfort. These back pains are accumulating and tend to build through time. The result is minor back pain that can be uncomfortable. On the treatment side, unfortunately, treatments require time. The healing process is not overnight. New routines may need to be established. These new routines are to correct the causes to stop the damage.

Usually one needs to takes some form of corrective action to start to correct the problem causing the back pain. In the case of minor back pain, changes in sitting position may be required. Posture may require holding your shoulders back and not slouching. Stress may require more resting and decompression time. In any event, your doctor or chiropractor can help set you on the right course for treatment. Then the healing process needs to get established.

Tension, aches, pains, anxiety and soreness are all symptoms of back pain. Although we start to change our habits, these symptoms may not go away immediately. We may need relief from some of these symptoms. Massage therapy is an effective modulator of these symptoms. Most people think of going to a therapist to get a massage. However, massage chairs have advanced with the ages and provide some amazing full body massages. Massages range from deep tissue to Shiatsu to Hawaiian. Nothing like having a massage therapy machine at your disposal 24/7.

Massage chairs may be an effective alternative for relieving your back pain. Of course, you should check with your health care professional to see what is right for you. Most importantly is to do something about your situation before it deteriorates. If you have gradual pain and discomfort, it will not just go away by itself. Seek a consultation with your doctor and start the healing process. If you need massage therapy, your shiatsu massage chair may be just what the doctor ordered. - 17273

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