A Comparison of Treadmills and Elliptical Machines

By John Andrews

Elliptical machines are slowly but surely becoming the new treadmill. These machines give a person a complete workout, using multiple muscles. They are sold worldwide; some are as low as 400 dollars and some as high as 4 thousand.

The elliptical machine combines skiing, walking, and bicycling in its design. These machines typically have screens on them that will display a person's heart rate while they are working out. Some elliptical machine screens display the calories that they have burned as well.

The best factor about an elliptical machine versus a treadmill is that they do not put pressure on the joints while exercising. When a person walks or runs it is constant pressure on the ankles and feet. With an elliptical machine this impact on the feet does not exist.

Elliptical machines can be used by seniors, or by injured people. People who have had feet or ankle injuries may find it difficult to run or put too much pressure on there feet. These people may find it hard to use a treadmill, but they could use an elliptical because it will not strain them.

Some seniors find it difficult to walk on the treadmill due to a fear of falling or rolling off of it. On an elliptical machine their feet are set in one place and rolling off or falling in unlikely. Most elliptical machines have different programs that a person can choose from.

Some ellipticals have up to 20 programs to choose from, but have fewer than 10 programs. The resistance levels can be changed so that more than one person can use the same elliptical machine. Ellipticals are said to provide a more efficient workout then a treadmill.

The word elliptical means oval, this is due to the motion that the legs form when using the machine. The bigger the strides, the more room a person will have to move around when using the machine. Most elliptical machines normally are designed with 10 to 20 inch strides.

Elliptical machines come in many different forms. Some can fold up to give ma person more space, but most should be put together in the spot, which they are supposed to stay. When a person purchases an elliptical machine, they should ask themselves three questions, will it fit my budget, my house, and me?

Elliptical machines can be found in most gyms nowadays and are being used frequently by gym guest. They focus more on cardio and can help a person shed the pounds off by burning fat without building too much muscle. Ellipticals can be programmed to help build muscle if that is what the person wishes.

Another great factor about elliptical machines is that they can run without the use of electricity. A person will not be able to see their heart rate, but they could still use the machine and get a workout. A treadmill will only work off electricity.

Ellipticals provide a better workout then treadmills. They do not need to be powered in order to use them, and they do not affect the joints of the feet like treadmills do. All in all they better in many different ways than the treadmill. - 17273

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Find out more about elliptical machines on John's blog regarding new, used, and cheap elliptical trainers on the internet.

Make Your Fat Belly Disappear With Fast Weight Loss

By Robert Hudak

Some believe that once you reach the age of 40, everything heads downhill. Then comes the middle age weight gain. The concept of not eating for several days to achieve fast weight loss has diminished, unheard of, gone out the window. Surely you have noticed that young kids and teenagers seem to have developed the middle age weight gain as well, have you not?

In this article I will reveal to you the secrets to fast weight loss and belly be gone with suggestions and programming the subconscious mind using hypnosis. People lose unwanted weight and reduce their belly size. When hypnosis is performed correctly, a person will be able to leave food on their plate, feel fuller with less food and be disinterested in food.

The second secret to shrinking the mid section experience fast weight loss, drink lots of water all day long. Drinking 12 OZ of water 15 minutes before each meal will help reduce the amount of food you are consuming. Most often people eat " of what they normally would.

Because of the endless amounts of chemicals that are put into our food supply people are struggling with weight gain and belly fat. Another way you can achieve fast weight loss and a smaller waistline is to stop eating high fructose corn syrup (HFCS). You may think that is easier said than done because HFCS is in everything but there are plenty of foods that do not have it. HFCS is responsible for most excess weight gain.

HFCS was added to our food supply in 1970. Since that time each generation of Americans are heavier and there seems to be no relief in sight. Did you know that if you stop eating HFCS you will experience fast weight loss and reduce your mid section quickly.

Here are some ways that HFCS affects your body. It gives you an increase appetite along with making you addicted to whatever you are eating. Because HFCS is not processed the same way as regular sugar, it negatively affects your metabolism and insulin levels. Remove HFCS from your diet and you can have fast weight loss.

Another secret to shrinking your belly size, eliminate soft drinks. Regular soft drinks have 13 teaspoons of sugar. The diet version is not any better; it is full of artificial sweeteners that make your belly much bigger. If you want to have fast weight loss and to sit back and watch your body and belly shrink in size, say goodbye to soft drinks.

Heres another secret for you, when theres physical movement you can experience weight loss. It doesnt have to be hard and grueling exercise. You can start with as little as walking 20 minutes per day. If fast weight loss is something you are interested in adding hypnosis to the equation will increase your willpower, self-control and discipline.

Here is the final secret. Have you noticed the amount of people that walk 45 minutes or longer but still do not experience fast weight loss? It is because once their body gets accustomed to a routine, it adapts quickly. If you are not huffing and puffing, it has a limited affect on your body. To speed up your metabolism and burn belly fat, you need to burn that belly fat and turn that 20-minute walk into an interval workout. Your cardiovascular system will become stronger and you will lose your weight faster. - 17273

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Robert Hudak has been a Certified Hypnotist for two and a half decades. Before and After pictures of customers who have attainedfast weight loss are available. Download your FREE copy of "Top & Fast Weight Loss Cheats & Shortcuts"today!

Where to buy organic food?

By Karol Wariala

Sent by: Honey Dressing. Although most people have got used to buying most organic products from the hypermarket, one can always turn to an organic food store and find a wider and more comprehensive range of products. The truth is that such stores provide supplies and services locally, targeting customers in a limited geographical area. The advantages of purchasing products from an organic food store is that there is usually a family farm or a local food supplier that backs the store and provides fresh merchandise all the time. Plus, customers have the option of ordering products when they are no available, with the mention that there may be packaging and transportation fees.

Presently, you can search for an organic food store on the Internet; there are web sites that provide state maps with all the organic food stores and restaurants nearest to the customer. Then you can take your pick! Moreover, anyone can submit information about a certain facility in such directories providing contact details and directions to get to the facility.

The organic food store has a very productive counterpart in the farmers market, where they sell the same kind of food: natural, clean products that are free of chemicals, and therefore very healthy.

Fruits and vegetables are the main choices one makes when shopping at an organic food store. The idea here is to buy stuff that is produced or grown locally. The preference for this kind of small or family business contributes to local economic development and regional prosperity.

Thus, not only will you enjoy good tasty and healthy food, but you'll also support the efforts of striving farms to keep up with the market demands. There are many ways to advertise for such products. And here we should count the Community Supported Agriculture, U-Pick Up farms and farm stands that function well in the system.

Dairy products, eggs and meat are more difficult to find in a regular organic food store, but this is not impossible. Lots of farmers provide the community with fresh products through the intermediary of such shops. And this makes a really great alternative to the food supplied by the industrial farms where all antibiotics and hormones are used to produce eggs and grow livestock. Fortunately, the increased awareness about the dangers of non-organic food, has led consumers to favor an organic food store over a supermarket. - 17273

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Co-published by: Organic Salad Dressing.

If I Don't Have Enough Vitamin C In My System, What Happens?

By Carolyn Cooper

If you are thinking about vitamin C, the odds are good that you're thinking of tall, freezing cold glasses of orange juice. While OJ is certainly tasty, vitamin C is found in lots of different foods, and that's a good thing. Vitamin C is necessary for our bodies to properly function, and being deficient of getting what we need can have some very unhealthful consequences. Take some time and really give some thought about whether you get sufficient vitamin C in your diet and what hints your body's system might be giving you that you don't.

To begin with, think about where you get vitamin C from. Oranges, and in fact all citrus fruit, has a high vitamin C content, but almost any fresh fruit or vegetable will have a detectable amount of this vitamin in it. As an example, some other fruits and vegetables that contain a high concentration of vitamin C include guava, spinach, persimmons, Brussels sprouts, mangoes and melons. Even though animal products will give you considerably less vitamin C per the amount of food consumed, vitamin C can also be found in animal liver. If you have concerns that you are not getting enough, a multivitamin or a supplement can help offset an inadequate diet.

Have you ever felt a cold or flu coming on and managed to fight back by drinking large amounts of juices rich in vitamin C? This vitamin plays an integral part in making your immune system buck up, and when you take it early and often enough, you can significantly shorten your sick time. Vitamin C is an irreplaceable resource for your body, and the results of you're not getting enough can be easily noticeable. As an example, you may find yourself feeling sick, puny or irritable almost all the time. You could very well become prone to illness and infections. When babies don't get enough vitamin C, their growth is likely to be impaired.

If you continue to allow a vitamin C deficiency to go unchecked, complications as severe as scurvy could develop. Nightmarish symptoms can include bleeding under the skin, the massive development of bruises, and the loss of your teeth. Anemia can develop from this condition, and you will discover that you are more and more subject to sickness and fatigue.

When you are trying to be certain that you are getting enough vitamin C in your diet, keep in mind that the recommended daily amount for women is about 75 mg a day, with 90 mg as the approved amount for men. Pregnant women should plan to add another 10 mg in addition to that, and women who are breastfeeding should add on another 45 mg. If you are a smoker, your minimum should be at least 100 mg of vitamin C per day.

Consider taking some time to be sure that you are taking the right amount of vitamin C into your body. This is a situation that many people discover that they must really think about, and if you become aware of any of the symptoms above, you'll find that saturating your body with the positive effects of vitamin C can have some truly distinguished results. - 17273

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Carolyn Cooper is recognized as a well known expert on bruising causes through a collaboration of her educational expertise in nutrition and her real world expertise with natural supplements for athletes ranging from children to the pro ranks. Get a free Special Report on bruising causes and see what she's done to get beyond the heartaches of easy bruising and prevent bruising.

Is The Grapefruit Diet A Fad Diet

By Ron C George

One of the popular fad diets in Hollywood was the grapefruit diet. Stars and starlets used it as far back as the 1930s. Then in the 70's it became a piece of fax junk, sent from machine to machine, and became known as the xerox lore. The Mayo Clinic, which is often credited as the diet's creator, claims to have nothing to do with this unhealthy diet.

The grapefruit diet is essentially like the Atkins diet with the addition of a grapefruit before each meal. There are no snacks allowed on this strict three meals a day diet. The diet made astounding claims lose a pound each day for 10 days.

The distribution was just as far fetched no weight loss for four days then five pounds lost all on the fifth day. Supposedly grapefruit contains enzymes that destroy fat, but no study has ever proven that to be true.

In 2004 it was proven that the diet may work. 1/2 grapefruit with each meal helped people lose 3.6 pounds in only 12 weeks. Drinking the juice from the grapefruit led to only slightly less weight loss. Some people in the study lost as much as 10 pounds in the 12 week period.

Researchers credited the weight loss to decreased insulin levels caused by eating the grapefruit. But the study didn't limit people to just diet, they also exercised more which may have resulted in the weight loss.

Here's a typical grapefruit diet:

- Eight 8 ounce glasses of water each day, this is a must. - Stop eating when full. - Eat all the food listed at each meal, skipping food interferes with fat burning. - Grapefruit is the key so eat that as specified. - Drink only up to 1 cup of coffee at meals. - No snacking. - Butter is OK. - Do not eat desserts, breads, white vegetables, or sweet potatoes. - Meat and vegetables are fine. - Eating more will actually result in more weight loss. - Follow the diet for 12 days, skip two days, then start again. - Eat one half grapefruit, or drink 18 ounce glass of grapefruit, with each meal.

If this seems like an easy diet to maintain then the grapefruit diet may be for you. - 17273

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This article on our health blog is for those that are Looking For The Grapefruit Diet there are numerous things to consider before commencing any diet. Check out our complete articles on numerous diets found online such as the Fat Loss 4 Idiots Weight Loss Program and Diet Center.

Nutrition Comes From Natural Sources

By Lydia Peru

I love the ocean. Many wonderful things are found in the waters of the world, including many minerals that we are dependent on for good health. Magnesium, for example, is one of the salts contained in our deep blue seas.

Sure that little trip to the beach is fun but not always reasonable, especially for the bulk of our population that live an hour or even a days drive from the beach. We can bring the goodness of the ocean to us with a relaxing foot soak or bath using Transderma Magnesium crystals, giving us that natural type of magnesium lift that soothes and replenishes.

Nutrition is a hot topic, but one that is full of confusion. When we think about what we eat we have to consider that its a two way street. Food nourishes, but it also takes vitamins and minerals to process those foods. That fast food diet, or that home cooked fried chicken may take more than it gives us. Visit any federally funded health site, and you will likely find data that shows that we are deficient in magnesium.

Studies have been conducted by many medical facilities into magnesium levels and many health issues. It turns out that magnesium deficiency is more commonplace than we would have thought. According to the National Institute we store 50 percent of our magnesium in our bones. Only about 1 percent is in our blood, and apparently our system works very hard to maintain that level.

So then what can we do, individually, to address this magnesium deficiency? Well, if you have issues with your digestion from too many antibiotics as a child, or too acidic a diet, you may have trouble assimilating the nutrients in your food. There is another means of introducing more magnesium in your diet, and that is through your skin. Not a shot, no we will leave that to the doctors. Magnesium can be absorbed through gel, oil, or a bath.

When our magnesium levels are too low in the body, especially over a duration of time, the effects can show up in many ways: depression, tiredness, chronic pain or fatigue, joint pain, and many more signs of deficiency. A great non-invasive way to counterbalance is to use a magnesium bath. You may sleep better, feel more relaxed, think more clearly.

There are over 300 biochemical actions in our body that need magnesium. That sounds pretty darn important to me. According to this same medical authority there is concern about continued sub-levels of magnesium in a large part of our population. Perhaps we should go back to basics, such as basic nutrition through the elements of life. - 17273

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Transdermal magnesium is derived from our oceans, taking the mineral rich salts into a form that is easily absorbed into the body. Topical use of magnesium can be through transdermal oil or gel, or through bath salt crystals. Adding magnesium to our daily skin routine is nutritious as well as enhancing for healthy skin.

Do you have what it takes to build muscle?

By Jon Cardozo

I thought of an interesting question today as I was reviewing my goals for the next year. You see, as the year draws to an end, I decided that I would become more serious about setting goals and keeping myself on track. As I began picking the list of what I want to accomplish next year, I started to think about what each of these goals would cost in both time and effort.

After reading quite a bit about the subject, I've realized that desire and passion are essential components of reaching your goals. In addition, you have to ask for self if you are really ready to work hard. Ask yourself what level of sacrifice you're prepared to make in order to reach your destination.

What does this have to do with building muscle? Well, I hope you realize that building muscle is not a new one day or one week thing. It takes a long commitment and diligence to reach your goals, including building a muscular frame. So if you really want to build a more muscular body, you're going to have to give some things up in exchange for this.

Although we pretty much know this deep down inside (or at least we should), we don't usually stop and think about what we will have to give up in order to reach our goals. So before you begin your muscle building program, answer these questions so you can build a more solid commitment that will sustain your efforts throughout the following year and beyond.

Whatever you choose to do in your life will be at the expense of something else. You can really only do one thing at any particular moment, so you should know what you're willing to give up.

So are you willing to do what it takes to reach your fitness goals? Which do you prefer, watching that favor TV show or working on a solid strength training program? Can you give up the incredibly tempting ice cream sundaes you eat every day in exchange for a healthier and better looking body?

Remember that most great things in life are not achieved with one amazing act. Rather, it is a series of small choices carried out on a daily basis that will determine our ultimate success or failure in life.

Remember that a little bit at a time is far better than a big work out all at once. Stick with your plan step by step and you'll soon reach your muscle building goals. - 17273

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If you would like to learn more about how to how to gain muscle weight , visit Jon Cardozo's Web site at http://maximum-muscle-gain.com . Learn the secrets to building a muscular physique and avoid the myths of the bodybuilding industry. Brought to you by Jcardozium.

Becoming Your Childs Weight Loss Coach

By Mae Summerville

While being overweight as an adult is bad for both physical and emotional reasons, it is especially traumatic for a child. An obese child faces many emotional and physical problems. I will give you a few suggestion that hopefully will help you assist your child in addressing their obesity problems.

Obviously physical problems pose an immediate threat to a childs health and should be addressed immediately. These include diabetes, heart problems, asthma, and even cancer. Note that many of these ailments are chronic in nature and will follow the child through the remainder of his/her life. Therefore treatment of obesity needs to occur as soon as it is evident that a child is unable to control their eating successfully.

While the physical problems are serious, the emotional impact on an obese child can be devastating. The taunting and teasing a child will endure because of their obesity can lead to serious emotional problems. These include things like depression which can be brought on by all the emotional abuse as well as development of low self esteem. This can be further devastating because if a child withdraws from social interaction they will fail to develop proper social skills to interact with society.

Here a few things you can do to help your child lose weight:

1. Search the net, magazines, and books and come up with a plan to serve healthy, nutritious meals to your family. Also learn to prepare foods in ways that reduce calories. Grilling is much better than frying when it comes to meat preparation. Once you become an expert you can prepare great tasting meals that are low in caloric intake.

2. Only prepare enough food for one sitting. Do not encourage "seconds" by only cooking the exact amount of food needed for that one meal. Use lots of vegetables in your meals. they are nutritious and low in in calories. Be sure and check the calorie counts on the foods you are planning to serve.

3. Do not have high calorie snacks and junk out for your child to eat. If other family members can and like junk food make them buy it and store it out of sight of others.

4. Think about having your child join a teen weight loss group. Teens are heavily influenced by their peer group and so encouragement from other teens would go a long way to helping your child lose weight. It would also help them develop their social skills.

5. Get your "PhD." in nutrition and diet. Become the expert in the proper foods your child should eat.

6. Get your child into an exercise routine. As they are still developing it is very important for a child to have daily exercise. Maybe consider using sedentary activities such as playing video games as a reward for doing some sort of strenuous exercise routine. Be sure and point out that exercise will help them lose weight by increasing metabolism.

While you may encounter some initial resistance from your child, you will find that they are glad you are helping them achieve their weight loss goals. Your role should be similar to that of a cheerleader, never be negative. If you have ever had to diet you now how incredibly hard it can be. Remember, getting your child down to their target weight now can avoid serious emotional and physical problems later. - 17273

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Rick Jones is an author and also own several websites that sell wedding chair covers and wedding place card holders.

Here Are Some Acai Berry Benefits

By Becky Kay

Are you looking for a little bit more information on the top acai berry product available. There are a lot of great benefits associated with the top acai berry supplement including but not limited to the following. These acai berry benefits have been reported by some acai users including myself.

There has been a noticeable boost of energy levels along with healthier, younger looking skin. The body and intestines are cleansed and there is improved digestive functions. I have found that I tend to sleep better without wakening three or four times a night.

A number of other benefits include: improved circulation, enhanced circulation, improved mental clarity and focus, relief from minor aches and pains and a stronger immune system. There is an enhanced sexual desire and performance along with increased strength. Your stamina will be improved and you may sense an alleviation of symptoms of depression.

Weight loss is probably the thing that is highlighted the most as one of the top acai berry benefits. No doubt it does help the bodies metabolism to work faster thus burner off calories much faster. So the fat sort of melts away. It is a great boost to weight loss especially when you plateau in your fat loss efforts.

Essential fatty acids, amino acids and fiber all work side by side to process our food faster resulting in fat loss. And I gotta tell you that when the weight goes off the spirits jump for joy.

Since I began taking acai supplements I have lost and kept off quite a few pounds that had been nagging me. I feel healthier and better than I have in a long time. Now I cannot be 100% positive it is because of the acai berry benefits but I have not changed much else in my lifestyle.

I can definitively say that when I take my acai supplement I also remember that I need to also watch what I eat and continue my regular exercise program. I have been real happy with the results I believe I have achieved because I am taking the berry.

Bottom line is that acai berry benefits far outweigh any reason for not taking what I believe is the top supplement out there today. It works, I like it, I use it. - 17273

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Becky writes for the top acai berry sites frequently and you can find out more about the top benefits of acai berry there.