Sep 3, 2013

The Real Truth About Health And Fitness

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By Wilson Resturbee


It's not always a bad idea to ignore those who "think" they know it all at the gym. While it is possible to get 'some' good tips for your workout, it's more likely that you'll pick up false information although not intentional. People are often unaware that what they are saying isn't truth it tends to happen in all aspects of life. It's important for this reason that you ensure you are getting accurate information from only well known credible sources. This article will offer up some good tips on how to accomplish this task.

It may surprise you to learn that even the treadmill has myths that have to do with your knees. Some believe that running on a treadmill is easier on your knees than running on a hard surface outdoors. Let's kill this rumor here and now. Running forces your knees to take the full impact of your weight. Surface has nothing to do with it.

Your knees are taking the brunt of the impact no matter what little give might be offered by a treadmill. Having a good running shoe can help benefit your knees.

Treadmills may offer some give but they are not going to offer extra support to your knees. Your shoes can help absorb some of this impact.

One myth we've all used at one time or another is the "I don't have the extra time in my schedule for a workout". Really, you only need to take about 15 minutes a couple times a week. This short exercise schedule is better than nothing especially if you can top it off with a 30 minute aerobic workout on your days off. Can you squeeze in a walk at work or with your children? You can go for a brisk walk during your lunch hour or break. You can take ten minutes and jump a rope, and you can do that in your apartment or house. It's not impossible to find that 10 minutes if you try hard enough.

No doubt you will hear all kinds of lies and a few truths about fitness in the world. Believing anything you hear can be tricky so be careful. Always try to find a way to confirm the information you so read on the net - including in this article! Some information you hear can cause harm, be sure that you watch out for this. This article has given you the tools you need to make sure you are safe and getting good information.




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