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‘Heart Rate’ News

Economy Down... Diet Pill Sales Up

Economy Down… Diet Pill Sales Up

Wednesday, December 17, 2008 5:46

Can a high-energy diet pill really save your job? It seems that many people think so. Even as car manufacturers, clothing makers and other retailers are seeing a significant drop in sales due to the declining economy, diet pill maker Zoller Laboratories is reporting dramatically increased sales of their high-energy ...

Artificial Heart Patient Loses 430 lbs

Artificial Heart Patient Loses 430 lbs

Friday, November 21, 2008 4:47

On Oct. 22, CardioWest temporary Total Artificial Heart patient Mr. Potiron shed 430 lbs when he was switched to the 20-lb CE-approved portable driver after nearly a year of support on the 450-lb hospital driver “Big Blue” at University Hospital of Nantes. “I wouldn’t be here today if it ...

Take an Olympian's Advice for Corporate Fitness

Take an Olympian’s Advice for Corporate Fitness

Friday, November 14, 2008 10:51

According to the National Federation of Small Business, the cost of health care is one of the biggest concerns small businesses face in running a profitable business. In a survey of more than 3,500 small business owners, 56 percent reported that the cost of health care was their biggest concerns, ...

Personal Training Discovers Success

Personal Training Discovers Success

Thursday, November 6, 2008 6:36

With the myriad of gyms and fitness centers across the country, it is understandable if residents become frustrated with finding the organization that is right for them. Not to mention that joining is just the beginning – actually reaching the fitness goals is another challenge.

Tracing Your Steps

Wednesday, October 8, 2008 3:33

Sportline has unveiled two new pedometers that directly challenge the notion that pedometers belong only on the hip. Meet Qlip (pronounced “clip”) and TraQ (pronounced “track”), two digital pedometers that provide a fresh way for wearers to track and monitor their health and fitness progress.

Key for Success: Learn To Relax

Saturday, September 20, 2008 7:58

Very few Americans know the art of relaxation. Relaxation is much more than just getting away from the hectic pace of the workday; it is a positive feeling in which you can enjoy peace of mind and relief from muscle tension. In the same manner that courage is ...

Elevated Cortisol Levels Can Make You Fat

Friday, September 19, 2008 3:37

If you follow your prescribed exercise program to a tee, including both your cardio and conditioning exercises, and you keep your diet impeccable, you think that would be a secret formula for success, right? Wrong! There is one aspect to your life that will ensure your weight loss ...

Interval Training

Wednesday, September 10, 2008 3:02

One of the most effective cardiovascular workouts is one that involves interval training also known as overloading. Interval training challenges both the aerobic and anaerobic systems enhancing optimal cardiovascular conditioning. Performing interval cardiovascular training will bring substantial results to your body.

The Borg Perceived Exertion Scale

Tuesday, September 9, 2008 8:55

You can also use what is called the Perceived Exertion Method, a subjective way for you to guess the intensity of your exercise without taking your pulse. When using the Borg scale, you should rate how hard you feel you are working overall during the cardiovascular session. For ...

How to measure your heart rate during training

Tuesday, September 9, 2008 5:51

During exercise, you should periodically check your pulse to see if you're within your target range. If you're below your target heart rate, you should increase your intensity by increasing your level of difficulty. You can choose to either increase your speed or resistance. If you are ...