Want More Energy?

Question: I need your help. I have always been active but lately, I just don't have the energy to do anything. I'm tired all the time, am experiencing various health issues (high blood pressure and my weight has skyrocketed) and seem to have lost my motivation. What do you suggest?

Answer: Well, to put it bluntly, it's called exercise. Exercise lowers blood pressure, reduces body fat and raises "good" cholesterol, lowers "bad" cholesterol improves blood flow, keeps intestines and the colon healthy and regulates key hormones.

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I would suggest that you take a moment to think about how you felt when you were active and ask yourself what it will take to get you fired up to begin exercising again. To help you out, I have included some helpful tips:

1. DO: consistent cardio

The verdict is in: People who exercise almost daily really do keep ticking longer. Aerobic exercise such as walking, biking, jogging, and swimming protects your heart by lowering blood pressure, reducing "bad" cholesterol, and keeping arteries flexible to improve blood flow.

Suggested workout: 30 minutes, five days a week of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise. Work at a pace that allows you to talk freely; if you can sing, you're not exercising hard enough. To get started, choose an activity you enjoy and do 10 minutes, five days a week. Then increase by five minutes each week until you're doing 30 minutes at a time. Dividing your exercise into three 10-minute bouts throughout the day works, too.

Weightlifting: Whys and Hows

Why am I lifting weights?

That is the biggest question that a lot of people that hit the gym can t answer honestly. And then, they wonder why they don t see a change in their body and lose interest just as fast as they gained it.

First of all, you must decide what your goals are for hitting the gym. What is it that you want to accomplish with your weight training and cardio regimen. Do you want to be more competitive in your sport of choice? Do you want to lose weight, or tone up, or get bigger or stronger? Once you answer that question, then and only then, can you devise a program that is right for what you are trying to do. And, then the fun part begins, and that is trying to tailor a workout designed to fit your needs.

The 7-4-7 to a Great Physique

A great physique can be yours without spending hours in the gym. Want proof? The 7-4-7 method harnesses all the power you can muster by structuring your sets in perfect tandem with the weight you're using. The result? Simple: The body you always wanted without moving into your local gym. Don't worry, you can thank us later.