Archive for the ‘General’ Category

Lowering Cholesterol for Healthy Living

Posted by Michael Byrd | on August 16, 2007

in category: Diet Plans, General

If you’re interested in healthy living, you need to pay attention to your cholesterol level. According to the American Heart Association, a total blood cholesterol level of 200 or below puts in your in the low risk category for heart disease. A reading of 200 – 239 would be classified as borderline high and a [...]

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Mastering Effective Communication

Posted by Michael Byrd | on August 15, 2007

in category: General, Inspirational

Developing good communication skills is essential in all walks of life and with all kinds of people. If you have good communication skills, you’ll hve all the skills you need to deal with almost anyone. Most of us have to deal with difficult people at some stage or another in our personal and professional life. [...]

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Better Health Through Better Sleep

Posted by Michael Byrd | on August 15, 2007

in category: General

Do you realize the value that sleep has to your body? Well, it’s one of the most important things you can do for your health and your body. It’s imperative to get adequate rest in order to support a healthy immune system and get us through each day with enough energy. Not getting enough sleep [...]

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Pilates Can Help Relieve Back Pain

Posted by Michael Byrd | on August 14, 2007

in category: General, Workouts

Many back problems are the result of poor posture or sitting incorrectly. Over time, as our abdominal and back muscles weaken, this can cause back pain. But I’m sure you’ll be happy to know that Pilates can help you regain the muscle strength you need to be pain free. Pilates is a form of exercise [...]

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The Benefits of Cycling

Posted by Michael Byrd | on August 14, 2007

in category: General, Workouts

To gain benefits from cycling you don’t have to be super fit or an athlete, but you do have to be committed to doing it regularly. Three days a week or more should be adequate for most people. Consistent cycling can help you shed a few pounds, increase muscle mass, improve muscle tone, reduce stress [...]

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Carpel Tunnel Syndrome

Posted by Michael Byrd | on August 13, 2007

in category: General

Carpel tunnel syndrome is notorious for effecting people who use their wrists and hands a lot. Those of us who type all day long or do any type of repetitive motion with our hands and wrists are at particular risk. The bones and tissues in your wrist help protect a nerve that is called your [...]

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12 Better Health Tips

Posted by Michael Byrd | on August 8, 2007

in category: General

Here are some easy things you can do that will make a big difference in your health. Set a goal to improve your health and then work towards it Support your new way of thinking by learning all you can on good health Go through your kitchen cabinets and eliminate all the unhealthy foods that [...]

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The Benefits of Walking

Posted by Michael Byrd | on August 8, 2007

in category: General, Workouts

Walking is one of the best forms of exercise you can do. It’s easy to get started, doesn’t cost a thing and you can do it almost anywhere and at any time. If you’re not used to exercising, start out slowly by walking for about 10 minutes three times a week. You can gradually build [...]

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Taking Risks on the Road To Success

Posted by Michael Byrd | on August 6, 2007

in category: General, Inspirational

Want to be a success? Well it’s not going to happen if you just sit around all day and think about what you want. You’re going to have to get out there and take some risks along the way. Taking risks doesn’t necessarily mean something is dangerous, it just means that you’ll need to be [...]

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Think Success!

Posted by Michael Byrd | on August 2, 2007

in category: General, Inspirational

If you want to be a success in any area of your life, the best way to get there is by focusing your thoughts and energy on positive things. Positive thinking puts you in the right mindset to achieving positive results. Negative thinking will only make a situation worse. And, once we start down the [...]

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