Why exercise? The latest updates.
whyiexercise.com is a growing website, and 2012 will be an exciting year to follow us! Exercise videos, illustrations, helpful tips and the latest science in the field are being continually added to the site.
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Mar 12, 2013
The best shape of my life!
A little over 3 years ago my wife learned she was pregnant. Faced with becoming a father, I realized that I needed to make some changes. I was pushing
Oct 13, 2012
1.5 mile run charts in a Reddit.com debate!
1.5 mile run charts from whyiexercise.com were the subject of quite a humorous exchange on reddit.com.
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Jul 24, 2012
Correct Posture
Correct posture: reduce the stress on your spine by strengthening, stretching, and reprogramming key muscle groups
May 18, 2012
New e-book, Correct Posture, featured on whyiexercise.com!
Created by the author of whyiexercise.com, Correct Posture for Your Back shows you how to relieve muscular fatigue, stress and tension in your back, build core strength safely, improve your first impressions, and most importantly, how to prevent serious back problems. This user friendly book includes over 120 detailed illustrations.
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May 18, 2012
Atlanta weight loss clinic recommends whyiexercise.com
A medical group in Atlanta recommends whyiexercise.com as a health and fitness resource. As stated on their site: "This free website features links to free online exercise videos, exercise illustrations, home exercise programs and physical fitness tests to help you gauge your current strength and endurance levels against others your age."
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May 18, 2012
Whyiexercise.com is on Pinterest!
Exercise routines and charts from whyiexercise.com are becoming popular on Pinterest! Some of the favorites are the routine of knee strengthening exercises, the push up chart for ladies, and the routine of body weight exercises.
May 18, 2012
New exercise video update
Scroll to the bottom of this article to see the latest body weight / gymnastics exercises I've been working on, including a transition from a seated L position to a handstand, slow muscle ups (a pull up followed by a dip) on gymnastics rings, and rope climbing with a full overhead reach.
The ongoing challenge of this routine gives me great motivation to exercise!
Jan 28, 2012
Causes of lower back pain show that exercise is the best solution
Causes of lower back pain: only 30% have a specific back diagnosis?
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Nov 29, 2011
What Motivates Me To Exercise: Beliefs, Perceptions and Imagination
When it comes to exercise, nothing motivates me more than gaining weight. And I think this really is the driving factor behind most people who stay active.
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Nov 17, 2011
Obesity and overweight trends projected to worsen in U. S.
I was stunned to learn that 72 percent of men and 63 percent of women are currently overweight or obese. Based on this, it's not surprising to see that Northwestern Univ. projects 83 percent of men and 72 percent of women to be overweight or obese by 2020. They are also saying that by 2020, 77 percent of men and 53 percent of women will have dysglycemia (pre-diabetes).
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Nov 17, 2011
Poor heart health scores found in children
The CDC studied 7 markers of cardiovascular health in teens including diet, body mass index, smoking, cholesterol, physical activity and blood sugar. Amazingly, not 1 child out of over 4000 studied met the criteria for a healthy diet, and physical activity scores were less than ideal for over 50% of teens.
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Nov 11, 2011
Balance exercises: a geriatric routine to make walking easier
Balance exercises: strengthen hip, knee and ankle muscles
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Nov 02, 2011
Free exercise videos
Free exercise videos: catalogued by region of the body and equipment used
Nov 02, 2011
Lower back exercises on video
Lower back exercises: learn proper strengthening technique with 1 minute videos.
Nov 02, 2011
Upper body exercises
Upper body exercises: 7 videos for strengthening and toning your shoulders and arms.
Nov 02, 2011
Leg exercises
Leg exercises: 8 videos for strengthening and toning your thighs, glutes and hips.
Oct 07, 2011
Free home exercise programs with videos and illustrations.
Illustrated free home exercise programs include strengthening and interval training
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Oct 07, 2011
Resistance band exercises: a full routine
Resistance band exercises with videos and illustrations.
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Oct 05, 2011
Stability ball exercises: videos and illustrations
Challenging stability ball exercises for the upper body and core
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Sep 08, 2011
Physical therapy exercises to rebuild strength and improve mobility
Illustrated physical therapy exercises for the shoulder and knee
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Aug 29, 2011
Calories burned during exercise
calories burned during exercise, including conditioning exercises, sports, walking & running
Aug 13, 2011
Obesity scale: free, effective body weight testing
Obesity scale compares health risks for overweight and obese.
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Aug 04, 2011
Easy at home exercises with videos and illustrations.
Easy at home exercises include a total body strengthening routine.
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Aug 01, 2011
Home stretching exercises: Relieve muscle tension, prepare for a workout
home stretching exercises: easy to follow total body routine. Illustrated.
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