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06.13.08
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Serious runners and walkers eventually turn to treadmill workouts so that they can exercise safely and conveniently at any time of day or night in their own homes. Fitness experts agree that one of the best ways to get in shape and stay that way is by running or walking every day, but the reality is that it isn’t always safe or practical to do so on “the open road.” If your free time is in the early morning or late at night, or your route is by a roadway where there is heavy or high-speed traffic, your most important goal may become getting home alive, which misses the point of the whole thing. Also, it isn’t fun or sensible to run in the snow, sleet, hail, rain, or the blazing sun. A treadmill workout is the answer to all these problems.
There are health clubs and gyms that offer treadmill workouts to their clients, but you may have decided that you don’t like the hours offered by the club or gym near you, or the locations are not convenient, or you prefer not to have an audience when you work out. Whatever drives you to it, if you are concerned about health and fitness, you will eventually buy a treadmill for home use, and you should make sure you are getting a good piece of equipment at a reasonable price. It is also important to select a model with features that you will use and enjoy:
• If you have limited room in your home or apartment, you will be happiest with a fold-up machine that can be stored out of the way in a closet or under the bed.
• If money is not a concern, you can combine fitness and entertainment by choosing a treadmill with a built-in television and speakers; or you may be happy with an inexpensive manual machine, which you can position in front of the TV.
• There are treadmills with controls that monitor speed, pace, incline, time, distance traveled, calories burned, and with heart rate controls and pulse sensors.
• Many models have built-in racks and nests to hold reading material, a water bottle, a CD player or a cell phone, and a towel.
• If you would like sophisticated gadgetry on a treadmill but the cost is prohibitive, you should check out the used treadmills and the discount treadmills, which may offer what you want at a price you can afford.
A Variety of Treadmill Workouts are Available
• There are treadmills that include workout CDs with energizing music and workout videos with spectacular scenery to create the illusion that you are outdoors, or you can buy these separately. (And if you want fresh air to go with it, you can open a window.)
• Some treadmills have pre-set programs, such as interspersing flat surface workouts with inclines, or by varying speeds. Some programs are designed for weight loss and some for cardio fitness, and all will have different levels of intensity. There are programs that vary the speed and force of the workout to keep your heart rate within a pre-selected zone.
• On some machines, you can design a personal program for yourself, and, of course, all treadmills allow the user to change the speed or incline during the workout, usually at the push of a button.
Treadmill Workouts Keep You Motivated
• ProForm - Some models of ProForm treadmills come with interactive workout disks that include music, incline and speed controls, and recorded advice by personal trainers to encourage you to monitor and gradually improve your cardiovascular fitness.
• Precor - Precor treadmills have a patented system to absorb the shock of impact, have cool and quiet motors, and a quick start feature. These quality machines also specialize in providing a variety of programs to challenge and motivate you (anywhere from five to eighteen programs, depending on the model). You can be sure of finding a program that is perfect for you, and you can change to another when you are ready to move on.
• Spirit - Spirit treadmills are the best fold-up machines on the market and they also have preset programs that adjust the speed and incline according to your heart rate, or you can customize a program.
It is important to vary your programs in order to motivate yourself to improve your conditioning, or to increase your body strength, or to help you with weight loss or weight maintenance:
• Try walking backwards on the machine at an easy pace.
• Walk at various speeds with mirrors in front and beside you to check your style, posture, technique, etc.
• Begin by walking or running for five minutes, and then step off the treadmill and do one minute of crunches, push-ups, lunges, and any other exercises that appeal to you, and then back on again and repeat until you have exercised for your usual length of time.
• After walking or running for ten minutes, step off and do ten minutes of stretching or weight training and then back on again, and repeat as desired.
• Light some candles, burn some incense and turn on spa music to walk off your stress.
• Walk or run in the nude (make sure the curtains are closed).
In fact, anything you can think of that adds variety to your workout and keeps you interested is worth trying.
Information about brands, models, and features of individual machines, as well as comparisons of various models are available online by consulting treadmill reviews and information on the Internet. Remember that online retailers don’t have the storefront expenses that are standard for most sports equipment outlets, and so they are able to offer you, the customer, brand name machines, both new and used, at big savings. Make sure there is a warranty of some kind in place if you buy a used, discount, or factory refurbished treadmill. Same-day shipping is sometimes offered, or shipping within three to five days, and sometimes the cost is included in the price.
There are countless benefits to be gained by engaging in daily treadmill workouts. You will increase your bone density, your endurance, your cardio fitness, and your general health. Exercising is psychologically rewarding because it increases your feelings of accomplishment and well being, and, therefore, is good for your mental health. The investment in a treadmill offers big rewards. Let us help you find what you need and start you on the road to improved physical and mental health. You will be happy with the results.
About the Author
Scott Gray is currently freelance writing and enjoys providing information and moneysaving tips to consumers who are in the treadmills, discount treadmills and related articles.
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05.12.08
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Buying a used tanning bed would be like buying any other product
or appliance that has been used before, such as a used car or a
used stair lift. One definite advantage is obviously the lesser
cost of the used item. But there are pitfalls whenever you chose
to purchase a second hand product. For example, when you buy a
used stair lift, you may discover that the lift mechanism
creates a disturbing and ominous sound. And when you buy a used
car, you may find out that there are parts that you need to
replace. Thus, when you buy a second hand tanning bed, what
would you end up with?
To avoid unprecedented problems, you must buy second hand
tanning beds the way you would buy a used car. You must know the
model, the year it was manufactured, and the features. Though
tanning beds are fairly recent technological products, the older
models are considered less safe than the new ones. This is
because some of the lamps in older models of tanning beds emit
the type A ultraviolet radiation (UV-A). This type of radiation
has been known to cause skin cancer and other similar diseases.
Thus, the new models have lamps that produce only type B
ultraviolet radiation (UV-B). This type of radiation is not
entirely safe, but it is not the primary cause of skin cancer.
Check the features of the used tanning bed. Do these still work
properly? A malfunctioning feature is not a good sign. You may
ask a specific question, such as “Can the lamps and acrylic
sheets be removed and changed easily?” If the owner confesses
that he’s selling the tanning bed because the bulb is difficult
to replace, then start making a graceful exit. That could mean
UV ray health risk.
Another thing that you should find out is the reason why the
tanning bed is being sold by its owner. If the reason is a timer
that has stopped working, or a bulb that does not turn on, move
on and consider another tanning bed. If the reason is that the
owner is bankrupt or moving to another country, then the tanning
bed could be working fine. Now all you need to see is the
warranty.
Companies that sell tanning beds offer two kinds of warranty.
The first is for a limited amount of time (about a year), but it
has greater coverage. The second is a limited warranty, but it
is for a lifetime. This means that a tanning bed would always
have a warranty, even if it is already used. If the owner tells
you that the warranty for the tanning bed has expired, the
product is most probably defective.
Some users of tanning beds claim that the price of new tanning
beds is not much higher than that of second hand ones. The price
depends on the brand and model.
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05.08.08
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It is recommended that adults over the age 35, who never have
exercised before, obtain medical clearance. This is necessary
for the protection of the individual’s health and from any
fitness professional’s legal perspective. Also, the
questionnaire consent/waiver form in Appendix A should be
completed for further legal protection and for the medical
doctor’s perusal.
VALUE OF A STRESS TEST
A stress test should be completed by all mature adults and
individuals age 35 or older who are sedentary. Individuals who
possess one or several coronary risk factors, such as high HDLs,
a smoker, high BP, or if the individual has not seen a physician
within the last 5 years should undertake a stress test.
A stress test becomes even more crucial for those over 65 as it
is difficult to determine the over 65’s tolerance for activity.
It also is necessary to determine presence or absence of
myocardial ischemia (a temporary deficiency of blood supply to
the heart caused by an obstruction), either prior to an exercise
program, while in relatively good health, or as a post-coronary
test to indicate damage levels and a therapeutic program. A
stress test is not a substitute for complete history and yearly
physical examinations, but it is a viable test that can pick up
on problems that would preclude a person’s participation in an
exercise program or indicate required modification of a program
in accordance with physical problems.
Fitness professionals or physicians should explain in advance to
the individual to be tested what is involved. This helps to
increase motivation and for the individual to exercise for
longer and with less anxiety. The individual will need to:
-Wear proper clothing (tracksuit) and comfortable running or
walking shoes.
-Refrain from eating for 2-3 hours prior to the test, so that
digestion does not interfere with optimal blood flow.
-Refrain from smoking for at least 1-2 hours, since smoking can
impair cardiovascular capacity.
WHAT OCCURS The stress test conducted by the physician can be
performed with a motorized treadmill, bicycle or arm ergometer.
Often if the individual suffers from lower body maladies, or if
a return to work after an illness involves strenuous upper body
activity, the arm ergometer may be used to produce a more
accurate test.
The stress test is designed to challenge the body to a safe but
necessary level to reveal irregularities that are unlikely to
show when at rest. Usually an undiagnosed heart disease appears
only during vigorous exercise. The narrowed coronary arteries
may supply enough blood to the resting individual, but, as
oxygen needs rise, electrocardiographic abnormalities indicate a
problem. The physician will look for evidence of ischemia and
its effects in rhythm disturbances (tachyarrhythmias or
bradyarrhythmias), aortic and mitral valve disease, significant
hypertension, and myocardial disease.
The stress test usually will not take more than 10 minutes.
Exercise for longer will measure endurance rather than aerobic
capacity (VO2max). During any physical activity, the body
responds as follows:
-Heart rate increases
-Systolic BP increases
-Diastolic BP remains the same or decreases
-Cardiac output increases
-Systemic vascular resistance decreases
-Coronary blood flow increases
-Myocardial O2 demand increases
The client is tested at 85-90% of predicted maximal heart rate,
although some doctors do not advance the test this far as they
feel it is unnecessary to do so - usually as a safety
precaution. Doctors even may stop the test once the client
reaches his or her target heart rate. There is one serious
drawback to this approach. There is variability in maximal heart
rate of individuals within each specific age group. For example,
the predicted heart rate of a 60-year old at 85% maximum heart
rate is approximately 132 bpm. Because there is a standard
deviation, some individuals being in better health and others in
worse health for any age group, or at least less tolerant to
exercise strain, it is possible that some people may have a
maximal heart rate well above or below 132 bpm. If an
individual’s heart rate is above or below the age-specific
level, the result will be unreliable in that it is difficult to
determine the safety or severity of the test. The strain may not
be enough, or too much. Therefore, it is necessary for the
physician to motivate the client safely to his or her limits to
determine the proposed intensity of the exercise program, and
for the client, or the client’s personal trainer, to know at
what level the body was stressed sufficiently.
VO2max is another important consideration of the stress test and
this correlates well with physical fitness at least in a
cardiorespiratory and cardiovascular sense. The amount of oxygen
consumed by the myocardium is dependent on oxygen demand: heart
rate, contractility, and wall tension. The individual will
exercise until the oxygen demand by the myocardial cells exceeds
the ability of the stenotic coronary artery to deliver oxygen.
In other words, exercise continues until the coronary reserve
has been exhausted. At this point, ischemia is induced and
exercise must be terminated. During the exercise test, if the
individual experiences pectoral angina, intense dyspnea or
unusual changes on the electrocardiogram, or significant rhythm
change due to a heart block or ventricular disturbance, an
unsupervised exercise program may be contraindicated.
The test may be stopped for reasons other than reaching a VO2max
upper threshold or having chest discomfort; fatigue, dyspnea,
and musculoskeletal problems may cause the mature adult to
discontinue exercise. The test also will be terminated if the
blood pressure drops as the work increases. Blood pressure is
recorded before the test, at an exercise peak, and at recovery.
Diastolic BP should remain constant, but could increase slightly
because of anxiety. It then could decrease once the test begins.
Systolic BP usually increases by 60+/-25 mm Hg in males 50-64
years of age, and by 40+/-20 mm Hg in women in the same age
group. For example, if the systolic BP fails to increase, or
initially increases then drops by more than 20 mm Hg during
exercise, then it may indicate severe left ventricular
dysfunction. Should the systolic blood pressure fall more than
30mm Hg, then an unsupervised exercise program may be
contraindicated.
Sometimes the stress test shows heart complications when, in
fact, extrinsic factors are responsible, and this will cause a
false-positive result. These include:
-Hypertension
-Fasting
-Drug use (e.g., antidepressants) - the physician will take into
account the effects of any medication the individual may be
taking
-Malfunctioning ECG recording equipment
-And a host of other minor heart complications that should not
stop an individual from participating in an exercise program.
It will be up to the physician to remove the causative agent and
re-test the patient. This especially is necessary to discover if
the patient is asymptomatic or has the potential for a high
exercise capacity. A false-negative test resulting from an
extrinsic factor is even more disturbing as this would indicate
failure to diagnose the presence of abnormal coronary arteries.
It then is up to the physician to rely on other test procedures
and for the individual or the fitness professional to monitor
progress carefully and to supply the physician with any
information in regard to physical difficulty during exercise.
If the test is performed properly, and there is a negative ECG
response to exercise, the test does not indicate coronary
disease necessarily. Rather, it implies a risk factor that must
be taken into consideration when an exercise program is created,
and that there must be close monitoring of the individual’s
health and fitness level.
CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR A STRESS TEST
-Acute myocardial infarction (heart attack)
-Uncontrolled congestive heart failure
-Acute inflammatory cardiac disease, e.g., active rheumatic
heart disease, myocarditis
-Acute asthma or pneumonia
-Blood pressure greater than 240/120 mm Hg and uncontrolled
-Acute renal (kidney) disease
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05.03.08
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How a Tai Chi Retreat can revitalize your Mind Body and Soul
Today we live in a world that is more stressful than ever, and
mind, body and soul retreats are very popular, where people can
get away from the stresses and strains of everyday life.
One of the most popular of the growing number of mind, body and
soul retreats is Tai Chi.
Tai Chi is a non-strenuous art that is suitable for everyone -
young, old, fit, or not so fit. This is due to its gentle nature
and this has been the cornerstone of its growth in popularity.
An Intensive Enjoyable Introduction to Tai Chi
Tai Chi is a practice of meditation within movement - a series
of movements performed in a slow relaxed and harmonized way and
is the Taoist Path to mental, physical, and spiritual well being.
Tai Chi retreats act as an ideal introduction to this ancient
art and aim to combine the basics of the art with a short
holiday.
This intensive style of introduction allows pupils to learn more
quickly than at a weekly class and derive a greater
understanding of the art.
Settings
Most Tai chi retreats offer sessions in relaxing and scenic
surroundings to enhance the overall affect of Tai Chi.
A mix of water, woodland and peaceful, spacious areas are
typical scenes that Tai Chi retreats try to use, so that the
venue makes learning a pleasure and a joy.
What Will You Learn?
Any introduction to Tai Chi will focus on the proper
presentation of “the form” the basis of all the different types
of Tai Chi.
Each Tai Chi style has its own distinctive way of presenting the
form in terms of:
. The postures included.
. The order in which they appear.
. The way they are performed.
. How long the form actually takes to complete.
Although the different styles of Tai Chi present the form in
different ways, the purpose and the philosophy behind them is
the same - to revitalize mind, body and soul.
The Benefits of Tai Chi
Tai Chi does the following:
Stimulates circulation.
Aligns the skeleton and joints.
Stimulates the organs of the body.
Helps digestion.
Improves muscle tone and strength.
Improves balance and co ordination.
Improves breathing.
Tai Chi does not just provide physical benefits - Tai Chi also
focuses thought, so that mind and body energy work together as
one.
People find that they are not just physically fitter but, more
alert more creative and generally happier.
Combining the above with a holiday gives you relaxation as well
as health benefits - this is what Tai Chi holidays are all about.
Choosing the Right Tai Chi Retreat
There are many Tai Chi holidays and you should consider the
following when selecting one:
The retreat location
What are the facilities?
What is the background of the instructors?
What is the schedule?
What will you learn?
Are the exercises performed outside or inside?
All the above are obvious questions, but to get the most from
your holiday make sure that you have good instruction, in
surroundings you are comfortable with and using a schedule that
suits you.
Any reputable Tai Chi teacher will be pleased to answer any
questions you may have and give you all the background
information you need, to make your holiday one you will never
forget.
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04.26.08
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Elliptical trainers, sometimes also known as cross trainers, are very useful and effective exercise machines. Although they are not essentially complicated, as with all new types of equipment, it is a good idea to learn how to use elliptical trainers properly to get the maximum benefit from them. That way you are less likely to incur any injury or discomfort and achieve a fat fighting, body-toning workout at the same time.
When you a first learning how to use elliptical trainers, it is best to follow the manual that is supplied with the machinery and also to start slowly until you are sure of what you’re doing and what your tolerance levels are. Only then should you safely build up to a higher level and increase your activity. Although elliptical trainers are a very safe and low impact form of exercise, it is always best to check with your doctor before starting on the new exercise system. Elliptical trainers can subject you to a high level of aerobic activity and increased heart rate and although this is generally good for you, it is always worth checking with your doctor as to whether your health is good enough to start on a dynamic exercise program.
One of the best ways to learn how to use elliptical trainers, even if you have just bought your own machine, is to got to your local gym and use their machines. That way, you get used to using the machine into safe environment, where qualified instructors can tell you the best way to safely use the cross trainer and how to monitor your heart rate and extract the maximum benefits from your time on the machine. They can also tell you how long and what level you should start out at, how long you should exercise for, and also the best way to build up when your tolerance levels are higher and you want to progress further.
Another good way to learn how to use elliptical trainers, if you prefer to do it at home, is to buy an instructional video. Although you usually get instructions when you buy the machine, many people are much better at learning visually, and actually seeing somebody do the exercises and showing you how to use the equipment is the best way for some to learn the correct way of doing things. This is usually relevant to the cheaper machines as many of the more expensive ones are already supplied with a video to help you get started with your workouts.
No matter what method you choose to learn from it is a good idea to get some form of instruction so that you can safely get the best possible workout from your new cross trainer exercise equipment.
Timothy Gorman is a successful Webmaster and publisher of Elliptical-Trainer-Solutions.com. He provides more elliptical trainer ratings, recommendations and information on how to use elliptical trainers that you can research in your pajamas on his website.
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04.16.08
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04.05.08
Posted in Web Templates + More at 11:34 pm by admin
Have you recently bought a piece of home gym equipment and found that its sitting in the corner not being used, taking up space and making you feel guilty? Well you needn’t feel too guilty, people often make resolutions to begin a proper exercise routine and find that they slack off in a few weeks. This can be fixed. You simply need to find or re-find your inner motivation for using the exercise equipment.
Take the time to sit down and remember why you bought that home gym equipment in the first place. You may have first come across it on a home gym equipment reviews site and decided that it was just the thing to help you change your life for the better. After all there are many benefits of exercising regularly. You stay in shape, maintain muscle and bone density, and you reduce your risks for many medical conditions.
Also you may have taken up exercise so that you would lose those pesky pounds that haven’t gone away since Christmas or since giving birth. A piece of home gym equipment would be just perfect for the stay at home mom who wants to get back into shape while still being able to watch the kids.
In order to begin using your exercise equipment again and stay on track with it you should sit down and make up a regular schedule. Having a set time every day or couple of days set aside for you to exercise is of great benefit to helping you stay on track. If you like you can move the television into the room with the equipment and exercise for the hour while you are watching your favorite show. This helps to keep you from getting bored while giving you a little treat for working out.
Read more home gym equipment articles and home gym equipment reviews news or visit our home gym equipment site.
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03.29.08
Posted in Web Templates + More at 4:57 pm by admin
Horizon treadmills are well built and sturdy, and their durability is mentioned positively in Horizon treadmills ratings. It is inevitable, however, that any piece of fitness equipment will require maintenance at some point or another. And it is, in fact, this regular maintenance that will keep your Horizon treadmill running at its peak capacity for longer.
Maintaining your Horizon Fitness or Horizon Elite treadmill will reduce the need for any repairs down the line, so it is a good idea to incorporate regular checks of your treadmill into your workout routine.
Horizon Fitness treadmills are built to very high specifications, so it is unlikely that these checks will necessitate much action, but it is important to catch any potential problems at an early stage. This small amount of home maintenance can ensure the prolonged life of your treadmill, and reduce the likelihood that you might need to purchase replacement parts later on.
With careful maintenance, it is possible to avoid having to replace parts of your treadmill too soon. Special treadmill maintenance kits are available to help keep your treadmill in peak condition, but you can just as easily use a soft cotton cloth and a non-abrasive, non-acid based cleaner to keep your treadmill in full working order. As debris can build up underneath the running belt, it is important to check this area
regularly, and to wipe it down if necessary - this is a simple procedure than can prolong the life of your belt and ensure its continued safe and effective performance. Never spray your cleaning fluid directly onto the equipment however, as this can damage sensitive parts of your treadmill - instead, spray a small amount on your cloth. Treadmill mats are always a good investment - they can help prevent the uptake of debris into your treadmill belt or motor, and they can help reduce treadmill noise too. It
will be very much appreciated by your downstairs neighbour! Be sure to regularly check that your treadmill belt is properly positioned on the treadmill deck too - loose or ill-fitting belts can cause accidents.
Check the safety features on your Horizon treadmill on a regular basis - these are not something that you can afford to have fail on you in an emergency situation. Check your emergency stop feature and do not use your treadmill if it is faulty - your fitness is important, but safety must always be your primary concern.
Horizon Fitness treadmills come with good warranties, but you need to ‘activate’ them within thirty days of your original purchase. You can activate your warranty by mail or by logging on to the Horizon Fitness website. Horizon also offer great customer support - their contact details are also available on their website. If you are in any doubt about the safety of any of your Horizon treadmill’s component parts, contact the company immediately. The customer tech support department ask that before
you call, you have beside you the Horizon Fitness model number, the serial number, and a brief description of the problem you are encountering.
Horizon also offer useful troubleshooting advice on their website, so check their frequently asked questions if there is a problem with your treadmill - you might find a quick and easy solution with just a click of your mouse.
Horizon Treadmills should supply replacement parts, such as the running belt, free of charge if your machine is still under warranty. Should your Horizon treadmill require a part after the expiration of your warranty, the manufacturer will be able to provide the part for you for a fee. Be sure to quote the serial number of your treadmill when contacting Horizon for a replacement part, and ask for it to be fitted by an expert if
necessary - Horizon offer ‘in home’ service. The proper fitting of any repair part to your treadmill is absolutely essential to ensure the continued safe use of your fitness equipment.
With some regular maintenance you will hopefully never have any need to contact Horizon Treadmills for assistance with any aspect of their treadmills, but if you do, you can be sure that you will dealt with in a friendly and helpful manner.
Find out more about Treadmills as well as Folding
Treadmills used treadmills, and treadmill maintenance at Peters website, Terrific Treadmills.
© 2005 Peter Clark
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03.24.08
Posted in Web Templates + More at 5:03 am by admin
Do allergy products really make a difference? Plenty of
specialty products exist, and if you are looking, you can you
find products for every room in the home and practically every
part of your body. HEPA air filters and filters for your vacuum
cleaner; 100% pure cotton bedding and pillows; masks that you
can wear at work, at play and at home; cleaning supplies; cases
to stuff your mattresses in; throat moisturizers; cosmetics;
dehumidifiers; toys that can be washed; the list goes on and on.
Take a peek on the Internet and you’ll find pages of websites
offering allergy products of all sorts and all price ranges.
Allergy products are big business and to allergy sufferers,
these products look to be the answer to all of their suffering.
If you suffer from allergies, you too might be tempted to jump
on the allergy products bandwagon. Before you do, it’s important
to realize that the answer to whether any of these products work
or not is a bit more complicated than it seems on the surface.
Several allergy-related issues need to be addressed before you
whip out your credit card. Otherwise the allergy products you
select might not be the great deal you had expected. First of
all, be certain you know what it is you are allergic to. Are you
allergic to pet dander, dust mites, food, grass, or what? If you
know, that’s great. If you don’t, you might want to first go
through a round of allergy tests to determine your nemesis.
Once you know what it is you are allergic to you then need to
spend some time reading the descriptions of the allergy products
before you purchase any. Why? Because the allergy products you
may be interested in might not be designed to alleviate the
allergens that cause your problems. For example, the purpose of
an air filter is to remove airborne allergens, the ones that
spend the majority of their time suspended in air, like pet
dander.
Dust mite droppings are only in the air a short time, when
they’re first released or when a vacuum cleaner stirs them up
from their resting place on the ground. An expensive air filter
won’t benefit you if you are sensitive to dust mites. However, a
casing to enclose your mattress or your pillows will, as these
are designed to keep the allergens from coming into contact with
you.
Getting back to air filters, most are not effective for dealing
with plant-based allergens, even though these are considered
airborne allergens. In the case of ragweed, grass clippings and
other such irritants, it is better to keep these from entering
the home in the first place by closing doors and windows and
running an air conditioner.
Are you beginning to understand what is involved with selecting
the right allergy products? When in doubt, the best advice is to
discuss the subject of allergy products with your allergist.
You’re more likely to get an accurate, unbiased answer to your
questions about allergy products.
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03.19.08
Posted in Web Templates + More at 1:07 am by admin
There is normally only one thing that keeps an athlete from
starting rehab and it is…swelling at the ankle joint.
So in order to start rehab right away (after the doctor has
confirmed that you do not have any structural damage such as
torn ligaments or broken bones) you must get the swelling down.
Most doctors push the RICE program - Rest, Ice, Compression and
Elevation.
This method is fine if you are a couch potato, but most people
who are active want to take action to get their ankle
rehabilitated.
Ice is critical to reducing swelling and using an ice whirlpool
definitely has advantages over just ice in a bucket because heat
is taken away from the ankle so much faster.
But ice is not enough…you must use the muscles and a
biomechanical movement to force the swelling out of the ankle
joint.
The problem with moving your ankle to reduce swelling is the
pain that you are experiencing as a result of your injury.
The “Accelerated Sprained Ankle Rehab Program” describes a
unique method you can use to reduce the swelling in your ankle
quickly and with minimal pain.
You can check out the sprained ankle rehab program by copying
the following link and pasting it into the address bar on your
browser.
http://www.everythingankles.com
Its amazing to me how many doctors take the conservative RICE
route with no consideration for getting the patient back into
life as fast as possible.
This rehab program will get you back to normal in as short a
time as possible.
Good luck and fast rehabbing…
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