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by Katie Barnes The Balanced Body A great exercise routine is one that includes balance and coordination exercises that challenge the body and develop better reactions to changing stimuli for the muscles and the nervous system. Whether a sportsman needs better control...

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by Katie Barnes Milk a Muscle, Fast & Slow! Lifting weights, running cardio drills, stretching out in a yoga class or engaging a deeper layer of musculature in Pilates all provide benefits when basic technique is understood and performed. A “good” exercise always...

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by Katie Barnes Everyday Fitness, Athlete’s Mind If you wonder what’s getting in the way of reaching your physical goals, it may be your mind and not your body that is letting you down. At its core, getting fit and staying in shape is an exercise in listening to your...

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by Katie Barnes Sample Workout: Cheat Sheet Want to get a total body workout but can’t remember which exercises really count? Do 10 repetitions of each exercise (if applicable) from the cheat sheet…and repeat if you dare! Cardio 5 minutes: Step Ups on Box...

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by Katie Barnes Diet by Halves Looking to drop a few pounds and change your palate for the long term? One of the easiest ways of consuming less sugar, salt, fat and calories is by halving your usual servings of those items. You can also combine a lower calorie version...

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by Katie Barnes Heal the Pain: What’s to Gain? One benefit of regular exercise is the creation of a body that heals more quickly from illness and injury. But when is pain present? What makes it different from the muscle soreness and fatigue that is a normal part of...