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Source: ACE Fitness
Trimming Off the Fat
Are you satisfied with your general physique, or would you like to get rid of a few extra pounds? If your answer is the latter, quit looking for that magic pill and just follow several general guidelines that will help you work toward a healthier body. Calorie Deficit Atkins™, South Beach™, The Zone Diet™ and countless other types of diets have each been hyped as the pe
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If you are trying to increase muscle mass, it's probably best to lay off the heavy drinking. Alcohol reduces blood flow to the muscles which causes weakness and deterioration. It also increases fat depositing and fluid retention.
Posted Tue Feb 9 at 11:42 AM
Muscle Soreness
There are two types of muscle soreness: immediate soreness that you feel as you work out and delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS). DOMS lasts for 48-72 hours after your workout and research has shown that it is likely due to tiny microscopic tears in muscle fibers. Anyone regardless of fitness status can experience DOMS, and so far research has shown that there is little one can do to speed up recovery. Although if done right after your workout, stretching and massage therapy can have a beneficial effect.
Posted Mon Nov 2 at 6:28 PM
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