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Fun Ways To Get The Toned Body You've Always Wanted
Running/Circuit Training
Pilates
Dance Workout
Yoga
To be physically and mentally healthy, we need to be using our mental and physical abilities equally throughout the day. Do you feel that you want to get into shape, or are you already in shape but you want to be even fitter?
Do you feel too tired to work out? Tiredness is a real killer to your motivation when you're thinking about getting on the running machine, but are you just mentally tired?
Being mentally tired is a different thing from being physically tired, but it makes you feel completely drained of energy because your mental output and physical output are not in balance.
I discovered this some years ago when I had a highly ( mentally ) stressful office job. The company I worked for paid for all employees to have a free health screening. At that time, although I have always loved physical exercise and keeping myself in shape, I was so stressed by my work and other things going on in my life at that time, that I didn't feel I had the energy to get through the day let alone workout afterwards. So I wasn't doing anything physical.
When I had the health screening, I was told that I felt so exhausted because my mental output was so high ( my mentally stressful job, my personal life was causing me mental stress etc) and my physical output was so low.
My mind and my body were out of synch. Because I was using my mental abilities to the extreme and my physical abilities hardly at all, my brain was taking all that mental stress without any kind of break. That's why I felt so tired.
The health official advised me to take regular exercise, at least three times per week.
'But I'm exhausted' I told her. 'I'm too tired to workout these days'.
She explained that if I worked out regularly, it would bring my physical levels up on the same level as my mental levels. She told me that although I felt exhausted, by body wasn't physically tired, it was all mental tiredness.
I took her advice. Well, I couldn't feel any worse! The result - I felt like a new person ! The first time I thought about working out after work I didn't know if I could be bothered as I felt so drained. I didn't know how or if I would get through the workout. But hey, when I got to the gym and started, not only did I get a surge of fresh energy as my body began to wake up from it dormant lifestyle, but I noticed I felt so much better mentally too. By the end
of my first workout I felt so much better.
I continued with my workouts regularly and felt so much better than I thought I could have done at that time.
I exercise regularly to this day, although these days I prefer to work out at home with a DVD, or listen to music or a fitness workout on my mp3 player.
Ok, so let's have a look at some of the fun ways to get, and stay in shape.
Please remember to consult you medical practitioner before starting any fitness program if you have an existing medical condition or injury.
Running/Circuit Training
If you need motivation or feel lost in the gym not knowing which exercises to do, how to do them, how long to do them for, or even if you're just sick and tired of not reaching your fitness goals, then let Yuri Elkaim, Canada's top fitness and wellness coach be your virtual fitness trainer.
Fitter U is the world's first and only 12-week body shaping fitness program for iPod/mp3 players. Featuring 35 hours of full body circuit training and interval cardio workouts led by Yuri Elkaim, Canada's top trainer. All that's needed for these workouts is a stability ball, a few dumbbells, a step, and a cardio machine. Lose weight and get fitter than ever without hiring a trainer!
The great thing is - you can try Yuri out for free !
Yuri is offering Two FREE iPod/MP3 Workouts and a Free Wellness Report. It's like having your very own motivational fitness trainer. Just like the celebs but at a fraction of the price!
The first step is always the hardest, but your will breeze through it with Yuri's help. Why not give it a try, you have absolutely nothing to lose and everything to gain. Do it today. This could be the start of a brand new you!
Pilates
Pilates is a method of body conditioning, designed as a system of exercises which combine stretching, strengthening and control.
Designed by Joseph H Pilates, who described it as 'contrology' or the art of control which encompasses six principles of :
centring
concentration
control
precision
breathing
flowing movement
Pilates continues to challange you as you get stronger. The mat work is extremely popular as it can be done anywhere. This makes Pilates ideal to do at home with an instructional book and DVD. Pilates classes are also widely available at most gyms and leisure centres.
I have a wonderful Pilates book which comes with an instructional DVD called Pilates The Authentic Way by Dina Matty and Keft Burdell. When I first bought this book, it looked really easy,but it really puts you through your paces.This particular book and DVD seem to be quite hard to get hold of now, but there are plenty of others.
I would definately recommend purchasing a book with a DVD, as I feel you really do need an instructor helping you along. Stand-alone DVD's are great too.
Another great way to learn Pilates is through
They have daily, DVD quality, streaming video classes for yoga, pilates and meditation. Highly qualified instructors will guide you through your practice. Perfect for losing weight, staying in shape, toning up and keeping the stress levels down. Give it a try, it's fun !
Dance Workout
Dance is such a fun way to get into shape.
Dance workouts are great for burning fat and giving your heart a good workout. This gets all the blood pumping around the body, taking all those healthy nutrients with it. The lungs get a great burst of activity with dance workouts. I think this is good for those wishing to lose weight while getting fitter.
Dance workout classes are widely available in gyms and fitness centres, but it you would rather workout at home, there are plenty of DVD's available.
Yoga
Yoga originated in India, and has spread across the world to become a highly popular form of wellbeing.
Yoga unites the mind, body and spirit through exercises, breathing and meditation. It is believed that all three must be integrated in order for us to be in a state of harmony, not only within ourselves, but with our environment.
Yoga results in physical strength and improved posture, improved circulation, breathing control and meditation. One stage naturally leads to the next until you are in a quiet state of meditation.
Yoga is not just about fitness, it is holistic. It includes the whole being - mind, body and spirit.
There are many types of yoga, each with their own disciplines.
To find out more about yoga, visit
Fun Ways To Get The Toned Body You've Always Wanted
Running/Circuit Training
Pilates
Dance Workout
Yoga
To be physically and mentally healthy, we need to be using our mental and physical abilities equally throughout the day. Do you feel that you want to get into shape, or are you already in shape but you want to be even fitter?
Do you feel too tired to work out? Tiredness is a real killer to your motivation when you're thinking about getting on the running machine, but are you just mentally tired?
Being mentally tired is a different thing from being physically tired, but it makes you feel completely drained of energy because your mental output and physical output are not in balance.
I discovered this some years ago when I had a highly ( mentally ) stressful office job. The company I worked for paid for all employees to have a free health screening. At that time, although I have always loved physical exercise and keeping myself in shape, I was so stressed by my work and other things going on in my life at that time, that I didn't feel I had the energy to get through the day let alone workout afterwards. So I wasn't doing anything physical.
When I had the health screening, I was told that I felt so exhausted because my mental output was so high ( my mentally stressful job, my personal life was causing me mental stress etc) and my physical output was so low.
My mind and my body were out of synch. Because I was using my mental abilities to the extreme and my physical abilities hardly at all, my brain was taking all that mental stress without any kind of break. That's why I felt so tired.
The health official advised me to take regular exercise, at least three times per week.
'But I'm exhausted' I told her. 'I'm too tired to workout these days'.
She explained that if I worked out regularly, it would bring my physical levels up on the same level as my mental levels. She told me that although I felt exhausted, by body wasn't physically tired, it was all mental tiredness.
I took her advice. Well, I couldn't feel any worse! The result - I felt like a new person ! The first time I thought about working out after work I didn't know if I could be bothered as I felt so drained. I didn't know how or if I would get through the workout. But hey, when I got to the gym and started, not only did I get a surge of fresh energy as my body began to wake up from it dormant lifestyle, but I noticed I felt so much better mentally too. By the end
of my first workout I felt so much better.
I continued with my workouts regularly and felt so much better than I thought I could have done at that time.
I exercise regularly to this day, although these days I prefer to work out at home with a DVD, or listen to music or a fitness workout on my mp3 player.
Ok, so let's have a look at some of the fun ways to get, and stay in shape.
Please remember to consult you medical practitioner before starting any fitness program if you have an existing medical condition or injury.
Running/Circuit Training
If you need motivation or feel lost in the gym not knowing which exercises to do, how to do them, how long to do them for, or even if you're just sick and tired of not reaching your fitness goals, then let Yuri Elkaim, Canada's top fitness and wellness coach be your virtual fitness trainer.
Fitter U is the world's first and only 12-week body shaping fitness program for iPod/mp3 players. Featuring 35 hours of full body circuit training and interval cardio workouts led by Yuri Elkaim, Canada's top trainer. All that's needed for these workouts is a stability ball, a few dumbbells, a step, and a cardio machine. Lose weight and get fitter than ever without hiring a trainer!
The great thing is - you can try Yuri out for free !
Yuri is offering Two FREE iPod/MP3 Workouts and a Free Wellness Report. It's like having your very own motivational fitness trainer. Just like the celebs but at a fraction of the price!
The first step is always the hardest, but your will breeze through it with Yuri's help. Why not give it a try, you have absolutely nothing to lose and everything to gain. Do it today. This could be the start of a brand new you!
Pilates
Pilates is a method of body conditioning, designed as a system of exercises which combine stretching, strengthening and control.
Designed by Joseph H Pilates, who described it as 'contrology' or the art of control which encompasses six principles of :
centring
concentration
control
precision
breathing
flowing movement
Pilates continues to challange you as you get stronger. The mat work is extremely popular as it can be done anywhere. This makes Pilates ideal to do at home with an instructional book and DVD. Pilates classes are also widely available at most gyms and leisure centres.
I have a wonderful Pilates book which comes with an instructional DVD called Pilates The Authentic Way by Dina Matty and Keft Burdell. When I first bought this book, it looked really easy,but it really puts you through your paces.This particular book and DVD seem to be quite hard to get hold of now, but there are plenty of others.
I would definately recommend purchasing a book with a DVD, as I feel you really do need an instructor helping you along. Stand-alone DVD's are great too.
Another great way to learn Pilates is through
They have daily, DVD quality, streaming video classes for yoga, pilates and meditation. Highly qualified instructors will guide you through your practice. Perfect for losing weight, staying in shape, toning up and keeping the stress levels down. Give it a try, it's fun !
Dance Workout
Dance is such a fun way to get into shape.
Dance workouts are great for burning fat and giving your heart a good workout. This gets all the blood pumping around the body, taking all those healthy nutrients with it. The lungs get a great burst of activity with dance workouts. I think this is good for those wishing to lose weight while getting fitter.
Dance workout classes are widely available in gyms and fitness centres, but it you would rather workout at home, there are plenty of DVD's available.
Yoga
Yoga originated in India, and has spread across the world to become a highly popular form of wellbeing.
Yoga unites the mind, body and spirit through exercises, breathing and meditation. It is believed that all three must be integrated in order for us to be in a state of harmony, not only within ourselves, but with our environment.
Yoga results in physical strength and improved posture, improved circulation, breathing control and meditation. One stage naturally leads to the next until you are in a quiet state of meditation.
Yoga is not just about fitness, it is holistic. It includes the whole being - mind, body and spirit.
There are many types of yoga, each with their own disciplines.
To find out more about yoga, visit
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The Importance Of A Healthy Diet To Look And Feel Great
Fun Ways To Get The Toned Body You've Always Wanted
How To Dress To Flatter Your Shape
Choosing The Best Fashion Colors For Your Complexion
Weight Loss Motivation
The Importance Of A Healthy Diet To Look And Feel Great
Fun Ways To Get The Toned Body You've Always Wanted
How To Dress To Flatter Your Shape
Choosing The Best Fashion Colors For Your Complexion
Weight Loss Motivation