Men's Fitness: Supersets What Are They.

Supersets are exercise pairings performed without resting between. They can be planned to boost a single body part with two different exercises or for opposing muscles such as the chest and back. There are many good reasons to add supersets to your routine. They can help you improve calorie burn, save time in the gym and even speed muscle development. With so many reasons to include supersets in your exercise routine are there any reasons to pass on what seems like a short cut to fitness success?

•Supersets save time:

Do more for your body in less time with supersets. Eliminating time between exercises means fitness fits more easily into even the most time crunched schedule. Think you don’t have enough time to work out? Turns out you actually do. Work in a 25 minute superset routine three times each week.

• Boost Metabolism:

Supersets are heart smart. Less rest time means your heart gets more of a work out. Keeping your heart rate elevated helps burn more calories and boost metabolism. The good news is the burn continues even after your workout.

• Boost Muscle Production:

Supersets encourage the production of lactic acid, which fuels the muscles and helps them maintain strength and endurance. Another benefit of supersets is the greater challenge they place on the body compared with straight sets. That challenge can mean more muscle growth.

•Supersets Get Results:

Use them to zero in your focus on targeted muscles. For example a superset for your abs would pair exercise ball crunches (these are performed by lifting your body from the ball rather than from the floor) with V sit-ups (also called jack-knife sit ups are performed by extending arms and legs and raising them all so that your body comes to form a “V” shape). To work your back and biceps do bent over rows (stand with legs hip width apart and knees slightly bent, lean forward from the hips and bring the dumbbells toward your chest).

•Try Antagonistic Supersets to Burn Fat Faster

Add antagonistic supersets such as bicep curls and tricep pushdowns to your workout. The first exercise pulls the muscle and the second pushes the opposite muscle which helps you burn more calories.

So back to our original question – with so many entries in the win column for supersets is there any reason to be wary of them? Yes. Even when it comes to supersets there can be too much of a good thing. If not paired properly or performed with too much weight you risk injury.

Supersets can be your secret weapon for fast fitness results. Just be sure you stay on track by proceeding with caution. Do not work through pain and avoid using weights that are too heavy.

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Easiest Way Lose Weight Quickly For Women.

Eating less fat and doing more exercise is the simplest and the straightest way to slimming, says a new study that vindicates a common sense approach to weight loss.

Scientists at Harvard Medical School, Boston surveyed 4,000 obese adults and found those who followed the common sense advice were much more likely to lose weight than those who adopted fad slimming regimes, went on liquid diets or bought costly weight-loss supplements.

Christina Wee, who helped compile the study at Harvard, said: "There are lots of fad diets out there as well as expensive over-the-counter medications that have not necessarily been proven to be effective. So it's very encouraging to find that most of the weight-loss methods associated with success are accessible and inexpensive."

Researchers found 41 percent of those who cut their fat intake were more likely to have shed five percent of their body weight in under a year than those who went on liquid diets, used non-prescription dieting supplements or followed popular slimming regimes, the American Journal of Preventive Medicine reported.

 And if they exercised more than usual, they were almost 30 percent more likely to lose the weight. Although five percent weight loss may not sound significant, experts say it is enough to delay the onset of diabetes in an obese person, according to the Daily Mail.

And the 'Not Rocket Science' diet helped many volunteers shed more weight, with 37 percent of those who cut down on fat more likely to lose a tenth of their body weight, while exercising boosted their chances by 6 percent.

How To Keep your Mind Cool With Yoga.

There are more ways to cool down in the hot summer months than switching on the air conditioner. Pranayam and meditation are known to help you stay cool when outdoors and hydrated round the clock.

1. Chandrabedhan pranayam:

Sit in any meditative posture on the floor keeping your back straight and shoulders relaxed. With your right thumb, close the right nostril and breathe in from the left nostril. Next, close the left nostril with your right index and middle finger, and breathe out from the right nostril.

•Benefit: Heat makes us fly off the handle easily. Chandrabedhan pranayam has a cooling effect on the nervous system and on the nadis (energy pathways). This pranayam reduces body heat, high blood pressure and has a calming effect on the mind. It also induces muscular relaxation and promotes emotional well-being.

2. Sheetkari pranayam:

Sit in a comfortable posture on the floor; keep your back straight, shoulders relaxed, hands on your knees and close your eyes. Now put your lower and upper teeth together and put your tongue between the gap of the teeth. Then, separate your lips while baring your teeth; breathe in from your mouth and exhale through your nose.

•Benefit: Those who live very stressful lives and experience tiredness or lethargy must practise this form of pranayama. It helps reduce anger, anxiety and stress. It is also beneficial to the skin.

3. Sheetali pranayam:

Sit in any meditative or a comfortable position. Close your eyes and breathe normally. Put your tongue on the lower lip, then roll your tongue and inhale deeply from your mouth. Now, slowly close your mouth and exhale through your nose.

•Benefit: The sheetali pranayam helps cool down your body. It has a great energising, soothing, relaxing and cooling effect on all the nerve channels and the entire body. This asana purifies the blood and expels toxins. It also helps cool you down if you're angry or in a bad mood.

4. Shavasana:

Lie down on your back with arms on your side. Now slowly move your legs apart, keeping your heels inside and toes outside. Keep your hands away from the body, palms facing upwards. Close your eyes, loosen and relax all the muscles in the body and breathe normally.

•Benefit: Shavasana helps combat mental and physical fatigue. It also relaxes the nerve network and improves breathing.

How To Build Your Dream Body on Low Budget.

The costs of getting into shape can really add up. Gym memberships, supplements and trainers typically carry high price tags, designed to separate you from your hard-earned cash. Building muscular arms and legs shouldn't cost you an arm and a leg. Take the frugal approach to muscle building, and beef up your biceps as well as your wallet.

• Step 1

Find a cheap training arrangement. You shouldn’t have to pay $75, $60 or even $50 per month for a gym membership. According to the "Pittsburgh Business Times," lower-priced facilities are increasing in popularity, offering membership rates between $10 and $20 per month. You can also save big by building your own gym, especially if you bargain shop. You can even go to a local playground and bulk up with pull-ups, dips and push-ups on the jungle gym equipment.

•Step 2

Skip the supplements. Sports supplements are a multi-billion dollar industry, according to "Sports Illustrated," with many of these compounds being unproven. Before taking a gamble on possibly false promises, take a good look at your nutritional program. If your diet is high in protein and complex carbohydrates, your muscles should be getting everything they need to grow.

•Step 3

Buy healthful food in bulk. Use “price club” type supermarkets to stock up on muscle-building foods once a month. Buy lots of non-perishables such as pasta, canned tuna and oatmeal. Buy and store bags of frozen chicken breasts. With fewer shopping trips, you’ll also save money on gas.

• Step 4

Split a trainer. If you want the results of a personal trainer while controlling the cost, you are not alone. The American Council on Exercise has noted the trend of small-group training as a way to maximize results while saving money. By training with a small group of two to five people, you can get the guidance you need without the high price of one-on-one training.

How to Remove Stretch Marks The Right Way.

Stretch marks are scars that can appear anywhere on the body that fat is stored, such as in the stomach, upper arms, thighs, breasts and buttocks. Body building, intense physical activity, childbirth and rapid weight loss are all causes of stretch marks. The marks start at the very root of your skin, which makes them extremely hard to remove. There are several things you can do to quickly get rid of stretch marks, including laser surgery, creams and vitamins.

•Step 1

Take a bath. Hot water helps improve your circulation, which can instantly reduce the appearance of stretch marks. While you are in the tub, vigorously scrub the areas where you have stretch marks with a loofah. The loofah will remove the layer of dead skin cells on the surface of the skin, also immediately reducing the severity of your stretch marks.

•Step 2

Rub in tanning lotion. The darker your skin looks, the less severe your stretch marks will appear. Buy a lotion that contains a natural tanner. In just a few days, you will notice your stretch marks appear to reduce in severity. You can also try to tan in the sun, however, tanning lotion is a much safer way to reduce your stretch marks fast. UV rays can damage your skin and cause skin cancer.

•Step 3

Hydrate. Water keeps your skin hydrated and elastic. The more hydrated your skin, the less likely you will develop stretch marks. If you are dehydrated, stretch marks can appear more severe. The Mayo Clinic recommends drinking at least 64 ounces of water per day.

• Step 4

Rub in a coffee ground mixture. Coffee grounds reduce the appearance of stretch marks quickly by refreshing your skin. The caffeine in the coffee grounds can immediately, though temporarily, reduce your stretch marks.

Models use this approach to reduce their stretch marks before a big runway show. Grind about three cups of coffee in a grinder, then add three tablespoons of olive oil. Mix thoroughly. Apply to your stretch marks, rubbing with a good amount of pressure for at least five minutes. Wrap tightly with a towel and let sit for about 30 minutes and rinse.

• Step 5

Laser Treatment. There are three kinds of laser treatments that can quickly get rid of stretch marks. A fractionated laser will reduce chronic, deep stretch marks. Fractionated lasers cost about $1,000 per session, with a minimum of three sessions needed.

A vascular laser is the best way to reduce red stretch marks. Vascular laser treatments costs about $450 a session and at least three to six sessions are required.

The third treatment is the excimer laser, which works by triggering the melanin in your skin so your stretch marks turn the same color as the skin surrounding it. The excimer laser costs about $200 to $700 per session and needs a minimum of 10 to 20 treatments.

How to Train Your Dog to Attack on Command.

The truth is, most of us keep dogs are pets, not at watchdogs or guard dogs. But unfairly, we expect them to act in these capacities whenever the need arises. My friend, your dog would never make a good guard unless you train it to become one. Even if yours is a breed that has innate guarding abilities, you will still need to train it well  so that it will obey your commands.

In this article, I will be sharing with you some useful tips on how you can train your dog to attack on command. Of course, your dog may be the naturally aggressive type. But I’m sure you won’t like it if your dog attacks those who are not unwanted in your home or ignores your commands. You will like it when you command your dog to go after an intruder and it does that immediately, right? Then follow these steps and you will get the desired result:

1- Wear a protective glove that covers not just your hand, but also your entire arm. This is a necessary safety precaution to prevent injury.

2-  Sit your dog down. If you have not taught it simple commands like come, sit, stop, run, and stand, then you must teach those first before teaching the “attack” command.

3.  After sitting the dog down, tap it in the face with the glove on your arm. This is a way of irritating the dog and trying its patience. Continue doing this until your dog attacks the glove in anger. (Do you now understand why you must wear an arm-long glove?)

4.  As soon as the dog attacks the glove, say the word “attack” loudly. You are doing this because you want to make your dog understand what the word “attack” really means.

5.  Praise the dog verbally or show it that you are pleased. Though it may not be necessary, reward your dog by giving it some cookies or other treats. But if your dog is often motivated by food and learns faster with treats, then you must offer it some.

6. Repeat steps 3 – 5 until you are sure your dog has understood what the word “attack” means. You will know this if your dog responds quickly to the “attack” command by attacking your gloved arm immediately it hears the command.

7.  Stand at a short distance away from your dog, and give the “attack” command. See how it responds. If it doesn’t, then repeat steps 3 – 5 many times over. But if it attacks, this shows it’s familiar with the command.

8 -  Take a break to reward the dog once again for understanding your command.

9-  Repeat steps 7 and 8 for five to seven more times. This is to ensure that your dog has really mastered the command.

10.  Now, it’s time to show the dog how to attack an intruder (or else, every time you say “attack”, it will go after your arm). Get a very big doll or make a caricature human and place it at a distance. Then point towards the “fake” intruder and shout “attack”. Although your dog may attempt coming towards you at first, it will go in the pointed direction once it sees your finger.

11. Reward your dog with treats or in some other way.

Repeat step 10, placing your fake intruder at various points and pointing at it each time you command your dog. Repeat this until you are convinced that your dog has mastered the command and would no longer come after your arm.

12. Get someone to act like an intruder (use someone whose face is not familiar to the dog). Tell the person to stand by the door entrance and get ready to shut the door in case the dog ignores the “stop” command.

13. Point towards the “intruder” and command your dog to attack. If it runs towards the intruder, then it has gotten your message.

14.  Repeat step 13, but while the dog is going for the intruder, shout the word “stop” to see if it will obey. If you’ve familiarized it with the “stop” command, it should stop immediately. This step is very necessary because it teaches your dog that sometimes you may want to stop if from attacking an intruder after initially giving the command.

As a final note, I believe that with these steps, you would successfully transform your dog from a mere pet into a selfless guard dog that attacks only when you want it to.