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Five Steps to Fitness Success

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Despite what you might see on TV infomercials or in newspaper ads, there is no magic bullet or miracle pill that will get you fit overnight. No matter what any glamorous hard-body spokesperson says about the newest "revolutionary" exercise machine, diet, or supplementation program- the fact is that achieving fitness success takes time and energy. You can bet that the spokesperson did not get his or her physique by using the "new, amazing de-fat-alizer" machine for 30 seconds a day! He or she is undoubtedly engaged in a fitness program that includes sensible diet and lots of exercise.</div>
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On the other hand, we believe that achieving fitness success is well within everyone's reach. This article will provide you with powerful, effective steps you can take RIGHT NOW that will jump-start your fitness program and get you on track to fitness success.</div>
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THE FIVE STEPS TO FITNESS SUCCESS</div>
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1. Make Changes TODAY!</div>
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2. Decide & Commit</div>
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3. Define Goals</div>
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4. Design Your Road Map</div>
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5. Feel Good!</div>
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Step 1: Make Changes TODAY!</div>
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Achieving FITNESS SUCCESS is all about making consistent incremental improvements over time. Like the power of compounding interest, implementing even small improvements can result in a cumulative snow-balling effect that generates momentum, enthusiasm and results!</div>
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There are specific, immediate changes you can make that will deliver meaningful results:</div>
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MOVE!</div>
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It sounds obvious, but it's truly amazing how much potential is in this simple step. Park at the far end of the parking lot; take the stairs instead of the elevator; chase your grandchildren around. Our bodies were built for movement, and the simple act of moving more is a great way to start your fitness program. Walking is a vastly underrated form of exercise. So is dancing!</div>
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DRINK WATER</div>
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You'll hear different target quantities from different experts, but a good rule of thumb is to drink 8 glasses of water per day. It's a good practice to drink a glass ½ hour before and after meals. Substituting water for less healthy drinks (like soda) will cut calories and reduce intake of artificial flavoring, coloring, etc. Also, increasing water intake will help curb your appetite.</div>
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EAT LESS, MORE OFTEN</div>
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Studies have shown that our bodies operate more efficiently when we spread our food intake our over five or six smaller meals per day, versus the three larger meals to which we've become accustomed. And what grandma told you about eating your vegetables was right on target! Most Americans do not consume enough fruits and vegetables regularly. It's surprisingly easy to shrink the size of meals when you increase your water intake and include more fruits and vegetables.</div>
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KEEP TRACK OF WHAT YOU EAT</div>
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Another simple yet very powerful tip! Whether you go "all the way" and actually maintain a log of everything you eat, or simply try to do a mental recap periodically during the day, this is a great way to manage your diet. For example, when you get ready to eat dinner, doing a quick review of what you've eaten so far that day will help you make intelligent menu choices.</div>
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STRETCH</div>
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Flexibility is a very important component of overall fitness. A daily routine of basic stretches can greatly improve your mobility in a very short period of time. Just remember: stretching movements should be gentle and gradual, and never jerky or bouncy.</div>
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Once you've made the simple lifestyle changes listed above, you will begin building the positive momentum that will empower you to move aggressively toward your fitness goals!</div>
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It's not about big, sweeping changes: the fact is you CAN NOT become fit in one day. But you can decide TODAY to make a commitment to incremental, consistent improvement that will get you on track IMMEDIATELY.</div>
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Step 2: Decide to Take Better Care of Yourself</div>
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You probably know someone who has experienced health problems that could have been avoided if the person had taken better care of him or herself. How many times have you resolved to begin taking better care of yourself?</div>
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But what does that mean?</div>
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Ask virtually anyone what it means to "take better care of yourself", and undoubtedly you'll hear something like "Get more exercise and eat sensibly". Everyone seems to know that exercise is important to overall health and well-being, and is a big part of taking better care of yourself. We've all seen the reports on TV, in magazines, on the internet: it's an irrefutable fact that people of all ages and fitness levels can reap compelling physical and psychological benefits by engaging in a sensible exercise regimen.</div>
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So...Why are so many people neglecting to engage in an exercise program, when they KNOW that this behavior will improve their health, appearance, attitude, and overall quality of life?</div>
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The answer is simple. They have not yet DECIDED TO TAKE BETTER CARE OF THEMSELVES.</div>
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You already know many good reasons to begin an exercise program. You have probably heard (or even used!) at least one of the most common excuses for not beginning a fitness program:</div>
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"I don't have enough time". (probably the number 1 excuse)</div>
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"I won't feel comfortable working out with a bunch of "hard-bodies".</div>
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"It's too expensive".</div>
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Let's BUST these mythical excuses right now!</div>
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"I don't have enough time".<br />There are plenty of busy people who are fit, and plenty of fit people who are busy. The fact is that people who DECIDE to make the time, make the time. It's hard to imagine there are many things in your life more important than your physical well-being, which is what enables you to enjoy all other aspects of your life.</div>
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"I won't feel comfortable working out with a bunch of "hard-bodies".<br />This is an easy one. If you're not comfortable working out in any particular health club, THEN DON'T! There are so many different venues in which you can exercise that you are certain to find the right one with a little homework. See "Should I Join a Health Club".</div>
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"It's too expensive".<br />The expense associated with a fitness program can vary from a multi-thousand dollar investment in home exercise equipment to a zero-cost program that includes walking, jogging and/or calisthenics. If you decide to join a health club, or seek out the services of a personal trainer, then there are of course associated costs. But once again, there are many health clubs with varying fee structures. Do some comparison shopping!</div>
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Consider the following:</div>
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a) What is the ROI (return on investment) for an effective fitness program? How much is it worth to you to improve your overall health and wellness; to have more energy and stamina; to feel better? What is the long-term price of NOT engaging in a fitness program?</div>
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b) What constitutes "expensive"? A health club costing $60 per month breaks out to roughly $14 per week. That's something like $3 per workout, or what most people spend on coffee every day.</div>
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c) Perhaps you fall into a category that qualifies for a discount at a local health club. For example, many clubs have discount membership programs for seniors, employees of local companies ("Corporate Memberships"), referral discounts, etc. Again, doing a little homework can really pay off!</div>
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Now it's just a matter of making the decision that you will Take Better Care of Yourself. That means making a commitment to take action.</div>
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We're using the word "commitment" here for a reason. The dictionary defines "Commitment" as "an agreement or pledge to do something in the future". A commitment is a PROMISE. We're talking about making a promise to yourself that you will begin taking better care of yourself. And nothing is as gratifying as fulfilling a promise!</div>
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Step 3: Define Your Fitness Goals</div>
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Start with YOUR definition of fitness. What does it mean to you? It could be reaching and maintaining a more healthy body weight. It could be lowering your blood pressure, gaining lean muscle mass, or being able to walk a brisk mile without getting overly winded. Your goal could be being fit enough to carry your grandson up the stairs. For some, it's bench-pressing 400 lbs. or running a marathon. It doesn't matter.</div>
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Define what you want out of a fitness program.</div>
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It might be helpful to talk to people you know who are already actively engaged in exercise, or to have an assessment consultation with a Personal Trainer/Fitness Specialist at a local health club.</div>
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Make sure your goals are realistic, but don't be afraid to challenge yourself. Keep in mind that fitness is REALLY about one thing: feeling better!</div>
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So, when you define your goal, be sure to think about how reaching this goal will make you feel physically, mentally and emotionally. That will make the goal feel more "real", and give you a motivational tool you can use throughout your fitness journey.</div>
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Hard vs. Soft goals:<br />It really pays to establish "hard" goals. That is, goals that are as specific and measurable as possible.<br />"Soft" goals on the other hand are more vague and general.</div>
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For example...</div>
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Soft Goal:	<br />I want to get in shape. (how will you measure your success? What does "in shape" mean?)</div>
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Measurable, Specific Goal:<br />By June 30th, I want to lose 10 lbs, and increase my endurance to the point where I can jog two miles without stopping.</div>
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Setting specific fitness goals is also a great motivator, because you can track your success and see progress as you move toward your goal.</div>
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Step 4: Lay Out Your Road Map</div>
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You've decided to make a real commitment to take action, and to start taking better care of yourself. AND you've taken the next important step by defining your fitness goals.</div>
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For many people, those first steps are the most difficult. It's important to understand that without a real commitment (Step 2) and clearly-defined goals (Step 3), there is no way to develop a plan. That would be like building a house without a blue-print!</div>
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But once you've completed these crucial steps, you are ready to develop your road map.</div>
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Your fitness road map must answer the BIG THREE questions:</div>
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What is my goal (where am I going?)</div>
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What is my plan (how do I get there?)</div>
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How to I track progress (how do I tell where am I now?)</div>
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It is absolutely critical that you lay out a road map that addresses these BIG THREE questions. The road map should outline the actual exercise routines to be performed, the scheduling of workouts, and a procedure for measuring progress at prescribed intervals.<br />The best approach is to start with a high-level outline, and then fill in details as you gather information. The outline should include:</div>
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workout frequency (e.g. 4 times per week)</div>
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approximate mix of flexibility, strength and cardio training (based on goals)</div>
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actual exercise programs (*)</div>
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check points (e.g. weigh-ins every 3 weeks)</div>
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The more specific you are in this planning phase, the BETTER your chances for success!</div>
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(*) There are many sources for help in designing your exercise program. Workout programs are available over the internet or in book stores. Our best advice is: GET HELP. Whether it's from a fitness-minded friend or trained professional at a health club, by getting skilled assistance you can easily build a road map that includes enough variation to ward of the potential boredom of a fixed routine.</div>
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Also consider whether you'd like to enlist someone as a workout partner. Some people find it motivating to have a partner; it might even occasionally "guilt" you into working out when you know your partner is counting on you. And two heads are usually better than one!</div>
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Once you have your road map, you can determine what workout venues will make sense. Depending on your goals, there may be several effective paths for you to follow. You might join a walking club, or sign up for dance lessons. You might begin an independent exercise program at home, or join a friend who jogs regularly.</div>
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Remember: You should consult your physician before beginning an exercise regimen.</div>
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Step 5: Feel Good!</div>
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Fitness is, above all, about FEELING GOOD!</div>
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Once you have designed a fitness road map, the best way to succeed is to enjoy the challenge. Our bodies WANT to be fit! And once you start your program, you will feel the exhilaration that comes when you get moving.</div>
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Nothing is more motivating than knowing that you've defined a goal, have an action plan, and are WORKING YOUR PLAN. While you're working your plan, always remember to:</div>
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Enjoy the ride</div>
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Track progress</div>
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Set challenging new goals for yourself.</div>
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That last point is important: you're not "done" when your reach your goals. Fitness is not a destination, it's a lifestyle. So, when you reach a goal, congratulate yourself and raise the bar!</div>
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You'll find that you will look forward to workout days, and even on those rare occasions when you have to "force" yourself to work out, you'll be glad you did. Enjoying the ride is the biggest key to success in fitness.</div>
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Remember:<br />It's also important to mix in some patience with your enthusiasm. You might miss a workout or two, or get side-tracked for a week. This happens to even the most dedicated fitness devotees. If and when you slip, or your progress slows, it's important to remember how much long-term benefit you will get from your fitness program. And even after a "slip up", nothing feels better than getting right back on track.</div>
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Recap</div>
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By following the FIVE STEPS TO FITNESS SUCCESS, you can realize IMMEDIATE improvements in your overall fitness jump-start your journey toward your fitness goals ENJOY getting the most out of your fitness program</div>
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The FIVE STEPS TO FITNESS SUCCESS<br />1) Make Changes TODAY!<br />2) Decide & Commit<br />3) Define Goals<br />4) Design Your Road Map<br />5) Feel Good!</div>
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Pete Bellisano is a certified personal trainer and owner of Peak Performance Fitness in Berkeley Heights NJ. Peak clients are achieving outstanding results losing weight and improving overall fitness, through our unique approach to Fitness For Real People. Visit our site to see what our clients have to say about their success, and to pick up your free fitness info. [http://www.peakperformancenj.com]</div>
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Five Steps to Fitness Success

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Part 3 - The Road to Fitness Success - Choose Your Fitness Products Wisely!

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Now that you have created a burning desire to be fit, healthy and attractive, and have begun secretly conspiring to satisfy your desires, the obvious question becomes...</div>
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How?</div>
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There are so many different types of fitness products to choose from... all claiming to be your perfect fitness, health and physique solution.</div>
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* So many recommendations...<br />* So many famous personalities...<br />* So many advertisements...</div>
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But which fitness product will work best for you?</div>
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Here are some characteristics to look for when choosing a fitness product.</div>
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The more of these characteristics the fitness product has... the better the chance you will succeed in achieving your fitness, health and physique goals.</div>
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Your Physical Fitness Program Must Be... Effective</div>
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While this characteristic seems like a no-brainer... you would be surprised at just how many people are actively using a fitness product that will never give them the results they seek.</div>
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Many people say they want improve their level of fitness... and get a bodybuilding product.</div>
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Big muscles are not necessarily indicative of a high level of fitness.</div>
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Many people say they want to lose fat... and get an aerobic endurance product.</div>
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Aerobic training is only a part of the fat loss equation, and will not produce the lean, muscular, athletic body most people want... regardless of all the hard work. The point is, make sure the fitness product you choose is designed to get the results you want... or you are doomed to failure before you begin. If you want to increase fitness, improve health and develop an attractive physique... look for fitness products designed to produce these results.</div>
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Your Physical Fitness Program Must Be... Interesting</div>
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Let's face it, if you are not interested in the fitness product you choose... you will not use it long enough to see results.</div>
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I don't care if the fitness product was proven to work by thousands of scientific studies... it will have no positive effect on your fitness, health or physique if you don't do it.</div>
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And you won't do it... if it does not hold your attention and peak your interest.</div>
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No matter how many times you say...</div>
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"This time I'm not giving up until I get the results I want."</div>
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... you will eventually give up if the fitness product is not interesting to you.</div>
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Don't force yourself to struggle with a fitness product you hate... look for interesting fitness products that fit into your lifestyle and match your personality.</div>
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You should look forward to physical training... not dread it!</div>
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Your Physical Fitness Program Must Be... Modifiable</div>
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There is not one fitness product in existence that can be all things to all people... regardless of what all the slick-tongued advertisements say.</div>
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Fitness products must be modifiable to your goals, needs, abilities and limitations... you must be given a degree of freedom to make the physical fitness program uniquely your own.</div>
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You have different wants and needs.</div>
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You have different strengths and weaknesses needing specific attention.</div>
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You must be able to take an active role in the use of the fitness product... modifying it into your perfect fitness program.</div>
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Cookie-cutter programs claiming long-term results do not work.</div>
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Look for fitness products that can be easily modified to your unique situation.</div>
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Your Physical Fitness Program Must Be... Sustainable The more the fitness product is dependent on machines, devices and other complexities... the easier it is to destroy.</div>
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What happens when the machine is not available, the device breaks or the complexity you have based you entire fitness program on is lacking?</div>
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Your physical training comes to a grinding halt!</div>
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I am not saying you should stay away from fitness products that use machines, special equipment, etc... only don't choose a product that makes you dependent upon them.</div>
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You are responsible for your fitness success... not the availability of a piece of equipment, or access to a machine.</div>
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Look for fitness products that help you sustain physical training in your lifestyle no matter what the circumstances.</div>
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Your Physical Fitness Program Must Be... Progressive</div>
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There are many fitness products out there presented as a fixed workout.</div>
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"Do this over and over again and you will get the results you want."</div>
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And the workout may be effective in the beginning... for some people and for a limited amount of time.</div>
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Unfortunately, any workout program not part of a progressive over-all plan is doomed to failure.</div>
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This is why you still need fitness products with all the free workouts out there.</div>
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A workout without a progressive plan is little more than manual labor... and will fail to take you where you need to go.</div>
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Any improvements you see in the beginning will quickly disappear, leaving you asking, "What do I do now?"</div>
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Then it is off to look for another workout to try.</div>
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Make sure the fitness product you choose is progressive in nature... and not just "add more weight" either.</div>
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Progression on many different levels is probably the most important aspect of any successful fitness program.</div>
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Your Physical Fitness Program Must Be... Measurable</div>
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The pursuit of fitness, health and physique is a journey... and like any worthwhile journey, it should be documented.</div>
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The ability to measure your progress will keep you on the track of success... enabling you to see where you've been and where you're going.</div>
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Make sure the fitness product you choose comes with a workout journal, or that one can be easily made... Don't underestimate the importance of a workout journal.</div>
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Your workout journal will help you...</div>
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* judge if your physical training efforts are getting you closer to your goals...<br />* decide if you need to modify your fitness program...<br />* and determine if it is time to switch to something completely different...</div>
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... ultimately guiding and documenting your fitness success.</div>
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Look for fitness products making it easy to measure their effectiveness... how else will you really know if it is working for you or not?</div>
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Use Your Common Sense</div>
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If the fitness product...</div>
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* attracts you...<br />* speaks to you...<br />* excites you...<br />* and ultimately makes sense to you...</div>
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... it is probably the right fitness product for you.</div>
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After all, only a physical fitness program you actually do, and that becomes a part of your lifestyle, will give you the long-term fitness, health and physique benefits you seek.</div>
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Now that you have a burning desire to be fit, healthy and attractive, have secretly conspired within yourself to achieve your goals and know what to look for in a fitness product, there is only one thing left to do... act!</div>
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In part 4, I'll show you how knowledge without action us useless.</div>
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Fitness For Busy Corporates

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Corporate fitness Training</div>
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Recent studies show that increased exercise is a great way for employees to unwind from the pressure and stresses of everyday work. They are able to quit smoking easily. They drink less & are more patient with their colleagues & clients. As a result, productivity and motivation also increases, making businesses more profitable and less stressful. Companies are now starting to warm to this idea, either setting up corporate fitness memberships to the local gym, or better still setting up, tennis or squash court and gyms within their offices. Great, except for the fact that to get the best benefits sometimes requires a little extra help from trainers. Having a corporate personal trainer on hand for offices could maximize company's investment in that employee.</div>
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The elements of fun, acceptance, belonging, motivation, encouragement and reinforcement are attempted to institute within a corporate wellness program. Employees are treated as individuals, with their own needs and goals. The trainer notes their personal and family health history, physical limitations, expectations and fitness goals. Their fitness level is evaluated. For employees with less physical jobs, it's ideal to measure cardio respiratory endurance, body composition and flexibility. For employees with more physically demanding jobs, measure of muscle strength and endurance is taken. A person with sedentary job might have nagging back problems. Carpel tunnel syndrome, amongst person working on a computer most of the time is not unheard of. Incorrect posture in any job situation also needs to be rectified. Hunching shoulders, stooping back, poor eyesight can all be taken care of by proper counseling. Utilizing the information from the initial consultation and fitness evaluation, an Individual Exercise Prescription (IEP) for each participating employee is created. Exercise sessions include:</div>
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·	Aerobic conditioning</div>
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·	Toning</div>
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·	Strength training</div>
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·	Flexibility exercises</div>
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Cool-down</div>
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Some other formats of fitness regimes followed by these corporate are: yoga, kickboxing, low impact, interval training, body sculpt, Pilates, tai chi, Latin dance, ' Lunch & Learn' seminars, ergonomic assessments and recommendations for the workplace, 'Corporate Wellness Fairs' , weight loss and nutrition program. For a very busy corporate, who is always on the move, an expert can design a thorough workout plan of just thirty minute capsule, which can take care of all his problems and still do justice to his fitness levels. Training sessions teach safe, effective exercise techniques and educate employees on training intensity, frequency and progression to maximize results and reduce injuries.</div>
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The employer receives detailed reports on employee group's participation rates and fitness results. The employees receive reports on their initial fitness level and subsequent improvement as determined by ongoing fitness evaluations.</div>
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The idea of corporate fitness is not just a fashionable fad; rather companies with international standards find it mandatory to prove the health & fitness of their employees. People are soon realizing that a fit body does not mean necessarily a thin body. Healthy mind in a healthy body is soon becoming the order of the day & we should all welcome this positive change in the general mindset of the masses.</div>
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With the increase in work related stress, companies are incorporating gyms in their premises.·	Corporate gyms help the employees to be physically fitter & mentally alert.·	It helps to increase productivity & reduce medical costs.·	It creates bonding amongst the employees who workout together in less formal surroundings.·	It is a good idea to hire a qualified corporate fitness trainer & seek positive results minus the injuries.</div>
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1. Speedo –aqua aerobics, Taekwonaqua and aqua aerobics for kids. 2. Reebok- Aerobics, Step aerobics, Conditioning, strength, flexibility & Core Pilates. 3. Idea- member of Idea fitness in California for personal training. 4. IFA (International Fitness Association) - Orlando, Florida- Personal Trainer, Kickboxing, Step & Aerobics 5. Resolutions of Reebok 6. Experienced in all kinds of exercise equipment: Thera Band, tubing, stability trainer, flex bar, Swiss ball, medicine ball, Rebounder, free weights, Ramp, Bosu 7. Also do Masala bhangra aerobics and dandiya aerobics.	 8. Learnt Chi Kung & Zhan Zhuang and Tai Chi in Singapore 9. Learnt basics of yoga from Sivananda . 10. Shiatsu from Japan 11. CPR certified</div>
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*presently I am doing personal training, corporate training, & conducting group fitness classes in my own studio- FITNESOLUTION in New Delhi.</div>
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9 Pioneers of Fitness

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In composing any list of important people in almost any field, everybody will have his or her own favorites. Also, in weight lifting, body building, physical fitness, aerobics, just to name a few areas, there are so many people who have contributed so much that it is difficult to pare the list down adequately. I have attempted, however, to include people who have repeatedly come to my attention since my first contact with weight training at age 16 in 1961. I have tried to put the emphasis on people who I felt were somewhat pivotal in the areas of weight lifting, body building, aerobics or general physical fitness. I am sure that many readers will have their own favorites.</div>
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Eugen Sandow The Non Pareil (1867 - 1925) Born in Germany, Eugen Sandow has often been called "Father of Modern Bodybuilding". Like Charles Atlas, as a youth, Sandow was a great admirer of Greek and Roman statues depicting athletes and gladiators. Sandow is considered to be a pioneer in bodybuilding because he measured statues to determine exact proportions and then worked to develop his own body parts to match them. In his late teens, while performing in strongman shows, he was spotted and taken on by legendary showman Florenz Ziegfeld. His big splash in America was at the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. His intelligence, natural charm, and cultured appearance combined with his astounding physique and strength made him a star. Women actually paid him money for the privilege of feeling his muscles. For the men, he wrote widely on health, fitness, and bodybuilding. He, like Bernarr Macfadden and Charles Atlas offered a mail order course teaching his students how to achieve health and fitness. He eventually opened a progressive fitness club in London which stood in stark contrast to the dank, dark, and sweaty gyms of the day. Through his personality and innovation, he made exercise and physical fitness popular for a broader audience than had previously been reached.</div>
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Bernarr Macfadden (1868 - 1955) Born Bernard Adolphus McFadden in the state of Missouri, Bernarr Macfadden changed his first and last names because he felt that the new names had a greater appearance of strength. This was not the only strange activity of the man who advocated regular fasting, and some very esoteric health practices for the day and whose wife called him a kook. He combined his own personal views of fitness training and health practices into an entity he referred to as "Physical Culture" which became the title of his first magazine. He eventually became a bit of a publishing mogul, but was usually considered to be skirting the edges of reality in his obsessive approach to physical fitness. However, he inspired young men like Charles Atlas and brought the idea of health and fitness as a way of life to a broader portion of the public.</div>
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Charles Atlas (1892 - 1972) was born Angelo Siciliano in 1892 in Acri, Calabria, Southern Italy. In 1905, his parents emigrated to America with young Angelo. A few years later, he had changed his first name to "Charles" when he won a photo competition in a magazine run by the creator of "Physical Culture", Bernarr Macfadden. Young Charles was inspired to improve his physique.by Greek statues he saw at the Brookly Art Gallery. His first attempts at fitness was with improvised barbells made of sticks and stones. His observation of animals in the zoo, however, led him to base a series of fitness actions on their apparent means of maintaining their fitness in captivity. He called his discovery Dynamic Tension and went on to market his program to thousands of boys and men. On the path to becoming "Charles Atlas", he posed for statues of Atlas. Some of which were exhibited in the museum where he found his initial inspiration. At the time of his death, he was still exercising daily and running every other day. His course on Dynamic Tension had been the inspiration for over three million men and boys.</div>
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Bob Hoffman (1898 - 1985) Bob Hoffman is considered by many to be "Father of World Weightlifting" and was the founder of York Barbell. He was an athlete, nutritionist, weightlifter, coach and philanthropist. Although an exceptional athlete as a young boy, the mature Bob Hoffman was never a great weightlifter or coach. However, his vision, sense of purpose, and personal belief in the value of weightlifting led him to create York Barbell, a company which was long recognized as the leader in the manufacture of weightlifting equipment and which is still in existence today. while many felt his writings and opinions were "over the top", his personal bravery and willingness to face adversity was shown not only in his later life as he espoused and defended his positions, but also during World War I where he was awarded three Croix de Guerres with two palms and a silver star from France, The Belgian Order of Leopold by Belgium, the Italian War Cross by Italy, and the Purple Heart by America.</div>
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Jack LaLanne (1914 - present) Francois Henri LaLanne, better known to the American public as Jack and considered the "godfather of fitness", had a widely viewed TV show in the 1950's. Interestingly, his show was probably seen and followed by more women than men, and he may have been instrumental in promoting the idea that women could "get fit". Unlike many of the earlier proponents of fitness, Jack LaLanne studied his field very carefully and introduced what he felt his studies told him was the proper way to do things. He is still active in fitness today, marketing a wide line of fitness and nutritional products.</div>
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Joe Weider (1922 - present) Joe Weider is probably one of the most easily recognized figures in the field of bodybuilding today. He has been credited with not only being a driving force in the fields of body building and fitness, but has helped the careers of innumerable bodybuilders, not the least of which was a young Austrian named Arnold Schwarzenegger. He began his own fitness career by building his first barbells out of junked car wheels and axles. At age 17, with a stake of $7, he began his publishing career by rolling out the first issue of "Your Physique" in 1939. In 1968, he changed the name of the magazine to Muscle Builder, and in 1982 changed it again, this time to "Muscle & Fitness". Together with his brother and partner, Ben Weider, Joe Weider founded the International Federation of Body Builders (IFBB). His publications now include such diverse offerings as "Shape", "Men's Fitness", "Living Fit", "Prime Health and Fitness", "Fit Pregnancy", "Cooks", "Senior Golfer", and "Flex". Weider now offers a broad range of books on fitness and bodybuilding, nutritional supplements, and bodybuilding and weight lifting equipment and accessories.</div>
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Kenneth Cooper (1931 - present) A doctor (MD) and former Air Force officer, Dr. Ken Cooper is probably most widely known for his book, "Aerobics" which was published in 1968 and which was a driving force in getting me interested in fitness. Dr. Cooper's down-to-earth description of what he called the "Training Effect" as well as a formatted process by which one could achieve health and fitness coupled with vivid descriptions of what the personal effects would be for someone pursuing a fitness program, made his book a success. In fact, some have speculated that Kenneth Cooper's simple little book, "Aerobics", may have been the impetus which put physical fitness into the minds and hearts of millions around the world. Today, Dr. Cooper is the head of the Cooper Aerobics Center in Dallas.</div>
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Richard Simmons (1948 - present) Flamboyant is one word commonly used to describe the bouncy, incessantly cheerful aerobics guru, Richard Simmons. It has been estimated that Richard Simmons has helped and encouraged people around the world to lose over 3,000,000 pounds through a combination of healthy eating and energetic exercise. Simmons has produced several programs, such as "Disco Sweat", "Sweatin' to the Oldies", and "Stretchin' to the Classics" that all include his humor and signature high level of excitement. He has created instructional products and programs that range from gentle stretching for the elderly to highly intense aerobic workouts. My wife, who hates exercise, loves Richard Simmons and actually got to where she could follow some very intense routines although she had to begin by sitting on the couch and just making the hand movements.</div>
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Jane Fonda (1937 - present) Many would not recognize the famous star of such films as "Barbarella" and "Coming Home", and daughter of actor Henry Fonda, as a fitness pioneer or guru. For many years she was better known as an actress with a sexy body, a big name, and intense political views. However, beginning in 1982 and continuing into the mid 90's, Ms. Fonda released several fitness videos which became very popular, particularly with women. In fact, today, many people who know of Jane Fonda know her more as a proponent of fitness, health, exercise, yoga, and aerobics than as a famous movie star. While Jane Fonda made no immediate contributions to the science of health and fitness, she, like Richard Simmons, was able to elevate its stature among a large female audience and helped make it fashionable to work out, sweat, be fit, AND feminine. Jane Fonda may have helped move the public awareness of the value and virtues of exercise and fitness to the point where many people now consider a physically fit woman to be a sexy woman just by virtue of her fitness.</div>
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Well, there you have it. Nine people who in some way positively affected, altered, or enhanced the fields of body building, weight lifting, aerobics, or physical fitness in general.</div>
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Donovan Baldwin is a Texas writer and a University of West Florida alumnus. He has been a member of Mensa and is retired from the U. S. Army after 21 years of service. In his career, he has held many managerial and supervisory positions. However, his main pleasures have long been writing, nature, health, and fitness. In the last few years, he has been able to combine these pleasures by writing poetry and articles on subjects such as health, fitness, weight lifting, yoga, weight loss, the environment, global warming, happiness, self improvement, and life. He has a blog on health and fitness news and information for seniors, <a href="http://fitness-after-40.blogspot.com/" style="color: #1900ff;" target="_new">Fitness After 40</a> which can be viewed at <a href="http://fitness-after-40.blogspot.com/" style="color: #1900ff;" target="_new">http://fitness-after-40.blogspot.com</a>.</div>
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