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Working with Resistance Bands

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Written by AstroNutrition 23 June 2011
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When it comes to getting a good workout, some contraptions and props are more useful than others.  Resistance or simply exercise bands are some of the better options as they require relatively little investment, are tiny and easy to store, and can help get you into shape.

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Ankle Weights

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Written by AstroNutrition 14 December 2010
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Ankle weights are special weights which fit snugly around the ankle. They are often used for cardiovascular exercise, resistance training, and exercises which are designed to strengthen leg muscles. The weights effectively add greater pressure to the calves, hamstrings, quadriceps, and glutes.

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Preventing Bone Loss

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Written by AstroNutrition 23 June 2009
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Preventing bone loss is an important focus for individuals who are over the age of 40 and particularly women. Women tend to lose bone faster than men and they also tend to lose more of the mass. Brittle bones can lead to easy breakage and frailty as well as osteoporosis.
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The Fitness Balancing Act

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Written by AstroNutrition 16 March 2007
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Working out, whether at the gym or at home, you’ll get the most health benefits from balancing these important fitness categories: aerobics, weight training, and post/pre warm-up. Here’s a few reminders of why you should focus on all three:

Brief Description: Working out, whether at the gym or at home, you’ll get the most health benefits from balancing these important fitness categories: aerobics, weight training, and post/pre warm-up. Here’s a few reminders of why you should focus on all three:
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1. Reduce your risk of injury and make your workouts more effective by warming up before you exercise. For a general warm-up, perform any cardiovascular exercise at a slow to moderate pace for 5-10 minutes or until you break a sweat.

2. Aerobic exercise can increase immune function by raising the body's core temperature. This mimics a fever, killing invading bugs and increasing immune cells and response.

3. A regular routine of weight lifting or resistance training improves the muscles' ability to work more efficiently and providing enhanced muscle tone, appearance and strength. The psychological byproducts include enhanced mood, self-esteem, and confidence.