TOP 10s
TOP 10s
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1. Boot Camp-Style Workouts
2. Budget-Friendly Workouts
3. Specialty Classes (Example:Zumba)
4. Getting Back to Basics
5. Circuit Training
6. Kettlebells
7. Boomer Fitness
8. Technology-Based Fitness
9. Event or Sport-Specific Exercises
10. Mixing It Up

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If you already sneeze into your sleeve, wash your hands diligently, and avoid crowds where these viruses can easily spread, you’re on the right track. But you still may be putting yourself at risk in these unexpected ways—probably without even realizing it.

1-Worrying too much
Research shows that worrying can weaken your immune system. A weak immune system increases your chances to catch a bug, including the swine flu.

2-Hugging, kissing, and shaking hands
Close contact with infected individuals is one of the easiest ways to pick up a virus. If you must shake hands be sure to wash your hands before touching your mouth and eyes.

3-Smoking
Smoking cigarettes weakens the tiny disease-fighting hairs tucked inside nasal passages and the lungs, which trap and dispose of germs. This can leave your body more susceptible to attack.

4-Hitting the gym too hard
Some behaviors that in moderate amounts keep you healthy can actually weaken your immune system when taken to the extreme. The gym is also a great place to pick up a virus from a sweaty treadmill or in the changing room.

5- Drinking alcohol
Drinking lots during flu season could leave you with more than a hangover since alcohol actually weakens the immune system.

6- Relying solely on antibacterial gel
Alcohol-based antibacterial gel should not be used instead of soap and water, but only when a sink is unavailable.

7- Washing hands incorrectly
Whistle “Happy Birthday” twice while scrubbing all surfaces on hands and between fingers, and dry hands completely. Turn off the faucet and open the bathroom door with a paper towel to keep hands clean.

8- Mishandling a face mask
“Masks accumulate the virus,” says Barry. “You’d have to be extremely careful taking the mask off. Make sure the mask doesn’t brush against your nose or mouth or eyes; throw it out, and definitely wash your hands after.” Remove the mask by the straps or strings in the back so you avoid touching the front of the mask, which will be the most contaminated.

9- Taking flu drugs prematurely
In the midst of the swine flu panic, some patients have rushed to stock up on antiviral medications like Tamiflu. The majority of people won’t need these drugs—ever—and taking them unnecessarily could increase the risk that the virus will become resistant to these medicines.

10- Worrying too little
This may seem to contradict risk factor No. 1, but, in fact, the healthiest approach to flu season is to take a position somewhere between panic and indifference.

According to Health.com

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1- Oatmeal
2- Salmon
3- Avocado
4- Olive oil
5- Nuts
6- Berries
7- Legumes
8- Spinach
9- Flaxseed
10- Soy

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1. John Quincy Adams — 6th President — Beacon of physical and intellectual fitness

2. George W. Bush — 43rd President — Steers clear of alcohol and cigarettes

3. Gerald Ford — 38th President — The longest-living ex-president.

4. Jimmy Carter — 39th President — Insatiable outdoorsman and author of “An Outdoor Journal”

5. Theodore Roosevelt — 26th President — Advocate of “the strenuous life” — pushing one’s physical limitations

6. Harry S. Truman — 33rd President — Installed a horseshoe pit and bowling lanes on the White House grounds

7. Zachary Taylor — 12th President — Known as “Old Rough and Ready” and always ready to throw himself into battle

8. Thomas Jefferson — 3rd President — Declaration of Independence author believed “a strong body makes the mind strong”

9. Herbert Hoover — 31st President — Had his own sport, “Hoover Ball”

10. George Washington — 1st President — Before “Dancing with the Stars,” George Washington enjoyed jigs and country dancing

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Here are some foods that you may be eating thinking you’re doing your body good when these so called “diet friendly” foods are actually making you fatter.

Here’s the top 10 foods that may be deceiving you:

 

1. Diet Soda

2. Pretzels

3. Fruit Juices

4. Complete Salad Kits

5. Reduced-Fat Peanut Butter

6. Poultry Hot Dogs

7. Cereal Bars

8. Frozen Yogurt

9. Rice Cakes

10. Granola

Find out why these are “healthy” foods you should avoid here.

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1- Personality ClashDo you tend to like taking the lead or would you rather let someone else be in control? We all have unique ways of approaching life. If you and your doctor have personalities that constantly clash, talk to him or her about the problem or consider moving on.

2- Not Enough Information.

So you’d like to have a cardiac CT scan and your doctor says no. It might be that the test makes no sense for you or your doctor is worried about your particular exposure to radiation. But if he or she doesn’t take the time to share why, you may feel short-changed. Your doctor should be willing to explain his or her decisions regarding your care.

3- Too Much Waiting

We’ve all probably sat in a doctor’s office for an hour before even seeing the inside of an exam room. But if you face ridiculous waiting times every time you visit your doctor, say something about it. Your doctor might not be aware of the delays. If he or she shrugs off the problem and it bothers you, consider shopping around.

4- No Teamwork

Say you’ve been newly diagnosed with diabetes. Rather than just quickly telling you what you need to cut out of your diet, experts say your doctor should help you come up with a plan to change your behavior–a far more effective strategy.

5- Experience

Whether you’re about to have a colonoscopy or open-heart surgery, it’s important to ask your doctor how many times he or she has done the procedure before. The higher the number, the more proficient a doctor likely is, experts say. If you don’t feel confident in your doctor’s abilities, don’t feel bad about seeking out someone with more experience.

6- Your Doctor Isn’t Bilingual

Medical terminology can seem like another language to patients. If you’re doctor can’t find a way to clearly translate information about your risk factors, diseases or therapies, you’re not getting the kind of treatment you deserve.

7- You Feel Worse After A Visit

Sometimes you have to go with your gut instinct. If you go into your doctor’s office and leave feeling worse, something is likely wrong with your relationship. Even if you’ve just received a terrible diagnosis, experts say you should have the feeling that your doctor is there for you and ready to help.

8- Your Doctor Can’t Apologize

Doctors make mistakes. But unlike other humans, you don’t often hear them saying they’re sorry, whether due to arrogance or a real fear of it being used in court against them. If your doctor has made an error of some sort, he or she should be willing to explain what happened and, if need be, apologize.

9- No E-Mail AddressThere’s no good reason why your doctor shouldn’t provide you with an e-mail address, experts say. E-mail can’t replace office visits, but it gives patients the opportunity to ask questions they didn’t think of during a physical or share immediate feedback on how they’re doing since starting a medication.

10- Your Visits Always Feel Rushed

Doctors are busy. With many visits averaging 11 minutes or so, they’ve got a lot to do in a short amount of time. But if it feels like your doctor is rushing so much that he or she doesn’t have time to answer your questions or explain what’s happening with your body, you might want to consider cutting your relationship short.

According to Allison Van Dusen on www.forbes.com

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by: ashley
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1- You’re intimidated

2- You’re all out of self-control

3- You’re in pain

4- Nobody else is doing it

5- It costs too much

6- It’s not as easy as it was in high school

7- You don’t like excercise

8- You just don’t have the time

9- It’s the environment, stupid

10- It isn’t safe

According to Allison Van Dusen on www.forbes.com

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