Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS) is promoted as a passive form of exercise to create strong deep muscle contractions to tone the body. Can it really work?
Archive for May, 2009
We all know the risks of too much sun exposure, premature aging, wrinkles, sun spots and the risk of skin cancer. But some sun exposure can be beneficial and actually a necessity.
Eating 5 portions a day of fruit and veg is recommended for a healthy diet. Packed with vitamins and minerals, they are an excellent source of fibre and antioxidents and can help you maintain a healthy weight. One of the easiest and cheapest ways to incorporate them into your diet is to have a ready supply always at home by growing them yourself.
Canoe and Kayak Olympic, World and European Slalom champions are in Nottingham this week (28-31st May) for the European Canoe Slalom Championships. British paddlers are hoping to caplitalise on competing on home water.
Posted on May 27th, 2009 in Strenua's Challenge
The scientist in me wanted to record my baseline body measurements so if my weight loss plateaus I can hopefully stay motivated with some recordable inch losses.
Posted on May 26th, 2009 in Strenua's Challenge
Welcome to the world of Strenua, the goddess of strength and endurance. Through this site I hope to investigate the training, treatments, diets and science, behind a healthy active life whilst exploring the road to regaining fitness, health, strength and endurance.
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