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As the weather starts to warm, stiff joints begin to thaw. Conditions are prefect for strengthening these critical connectors …

When you make the most of what you have, you often discover you have what it takes …

by Michelle Sutton-Kerchner This holiday workout gets it done. If you cannot manage any other exercise, do this … Holidays mean hectic days. Often, the workout is the first thing axed. Combined with the onslaught of festive meals and treats, your healthy lifestyle is in danger. Preserve it with a powerful routine that fights back. Gingerbread men, beware! Focus on Weightlifting With big dinners on the calendar and sweets continuously at your disposal, you need to maximize your caloric burn, right now. Weightlifting bulks up your ability to burn calories all day long. A pound of fat burns about two to three calories daily. A pound of muscle burns seven to 10 calories a day. Which do you want working for you as you sip that hot cocoa with extra marshmallows? Yep– get lifting! Aerobic workouts are effective at burning calories and stress, so definitely include some heart-pumping exercises in your fitness program. However, to combat those holiday splurges in minimal time, be sure to hit the Fitness Floor. Aim for Heavy Of course, you cannot begin weightlifting at the level of a champion bodybuilder. However, according to studies, most individuals lift too light. Muscle growth cannot be stimulated without …

Along with a healthy diet, a commitment to fitness helps prevent type 2 diabetes. Here’s how …

by Michelle Sutton-Kerchner Give your elbows a little love. They have been through a lot this summer … It does not take a passion for tennis or golf, or a dedication to bicep curls, to cause elbow fatigue. Usually, we take elbow function for granted—until they remind us of their presence. If you notice your elbows protesting lately, take action. Ignored, elbow pain can develop into a chronic condition. Summer tends to be a time of increased physical activity. In addition to your workout, there is gardening, backyard games, and golfing. Although your weightlifting routine or kickboxing sessions never previously bothered you, combined with a summer of repetitive elbow movements can change that. Suddenly, basics like push-ups and keyboarding at your desk can trigger elbow pain.   1. Determine the Cause Check with your physician to determine the cause of your elbow pain. An examination, and possible diagnostic tests, can eliminate causes for serious concern. Often, a sore elbow is the simple result of overuse. Once any serious issues are eliminated, tweaks to your activities can alleviate this sore spot. 2. Avoid the Offending Motions You easily can rest the elbow without ditching your workout and other activities. Modifications can …