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5 Reasons Why Exercise is Good

I am sure you hear it all the time, it’s on the news, you can read it in magazines and newspapers. Everyone encourages you to exercise, and that is great. But what are some of the benefits of exercising?

Beyond the “losing weight” benefit of exercising, moderate physical activity can change your body not only on the outside but more importantly inside. Continue reading 5 Reasons Why Exercise is Good

What about those drinks you can have while exercising?

Sugar in large quantities before your exercise can have a negative impact on you. I know this first hand. Having a glass of juice, a piece of cake, cookies, or a glass of coke, or any other soda can make you dizzy while you workout. Why does this happen? Continue reading What about those drinks you can have while exercising?

Lower Body Exercises

Last week we focused on abs, triceps and chest exercises. Today we’ll focus on our lower body. After all, it is not very attractive having a huge upper body with skinny legs.

Squats are simple exercises that can be performed anywhere. Stand feet shoulder-width apart. Lower your body bending your knees (your back should be arched a little). Ideally you should go down as much as you can while keeping this safe posture. Slowly lift your body back to the starting position and repeat.

Photograph by Sanchom. CC License.

Lunges: The starting position for lunges is similar to squats. Continue reading Lower Body Exercises

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5 Reasons Why Exercise is Good

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Lower Body Exercises

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