Archive for April, 2007

Quad Circuits

Thursday, April 19th, 2007

What Are Quad Circuits?
Quad circuits consist of four exercise stations that can be configured to accommodate individuals or small rotating groups of participants. Literally hundreds of exercises can be inserted into the quad circuit utilizing bodyweight as well as equipment and apparatus. We chose the quad concept since there is evidence that a participant […]

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The Inchworm

Thursday, April 19th, 2007

This intermediate core exercise works every muscle in the body.
After you are warmed up:

perform a forward bend with hands touching the floor (it’s OK to have bent knees).
Slowly walk out the hands forward and raise your head (this position resembles Superman flying).
Hold for three count.
Slowly walk your feet forward until you reach the forward bend […]

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The Kinder-and-Gentler Exercise Boom

Tuesday, April 17th, 2007

“For each hour that a person exercises, he/she gets roughly two extra hours of life!” That’s the neat formula that Ralph Paffenbarger M.D. uses to summarize the findings of the famous Harvard Alumni Study on the benefits of exercise and longevity. Through scientific research and emphasis in the media, the tremendous benefits of exercise […]

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Making Wellness Work

Saturday, April 7th, 2007

Staying regular with a chiropractic care program is very similar to maintaining a consistent exercise routine. One of life’s greatest challenges is the upkeep and maintenance of our mind, body and spirit in the best possible working condition so that we may enjoy normal function and experience quality of life. Nothing helps us achieve this […]

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Ten Steps to Fitness

Saturday, April 7th, 2007

People always ask me what’s the easiest way to get into shape and I naturally respond by saying that there is a simple way, but it’s not easy. But exercise and nutrition does not have to be a chore. It can be very enjoyable and rewarding if you know the secrets of how to make […]

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