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Tip for Today: Cat Stretch

Posted April 9, 2008 at 11:00 AM by Lindsay Hutton

Section: Her Fitness, Move of the Day, Her Health, Her Motivation, tip for today

If you are suffering from low back pain and are looking for a good stretch to help relieve it, this is the move for you. To begin, kneel on the floor on all fours. Make sure your hands are directly underneath…

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Tip for Today: Do You Need To Wear A Weight Belt?

Posted April 8, 2008 at 11:00 AM by Lindsay Hutton

Section: Her Fitness, Training Programs, Her Motivation, tip for today

Next time you’re in the gym, look around and take note of the amount of people who have a weight belt strapped around their waist. Chances are you’ll see one or two people proudly sporting one, almost as a reminder to everyone…

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Move of the Day: Good Mornings

Posted February 27, 2008 at 10:00 AM by Lindsay Hutton

Section: Her Fitness, Move of the Day

This move increases strength throughout the glutes, hamstrings and lower back, and requires the use of a barbell. Before trying this advanced exercise, ensure there is no rounding in the shoulders. If poor posture is apparent, flexibility throughout the chest and…

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Move of the Day: Foam Roll Spinal Stretch

Posted February 25, 2008 at 10:00 AM by Lindsay Hutton

Section: Her Fitness, Move of the Day

This move is great for anyone who is looking to increase flexibility in the back. You will need a foam roller to complete this exercise. Avoid this move if the spinal processes of the vertebrae are easily palpitated.

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Move of the Day: Floor Cobras

Posted February 10, 2008 at 10:00 AM by Lindsay Hutton

Section: Her Fitness, Athletics, Move of the Day, Training Programs, Her Health, Her Motivation

The lower back is one of the most important muscles in the body, but often people are so concerned about working their abdominals, they forget that it, too, needs to be strengthened. A weak lower back can result in poor posture…

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Move of the Day: Bosu Hip Extension

Posted February 3, 2008 at 10:00 AM by Lindsay Hutton

Section: Her Fitness, Athletics, Move of the Day, Training Programs, Her Health, Her Motivation

This beginner exercise strengthens the lower back and is great for someone who has a job that requires a lot of sitting, or for someone who has lower back problems due to weakness. It also helps to develop strength and stability…

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Move of the Day: Reverse Hyperextension

Posted December 31, 2007 at 10:00 AM by Lindsay Hutton

Section: Her Fitness, Athletics, Move of the Day, Training Programs, Her Health, Her Motivation

This intermediate move is great for improving strength in your core, including the abdominals and lower back. It also helps to improve hip strength and stability. In order to complete this exercise, you will need a bench.

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Move of the Day: Bosu Ball Superman

Posted December 23, 2007 at 10:00 AM by Lindsay Hutton

Section: Her Fitness, Athletics, Move of the Day, Training Programs, Her Health

This is a progression exercise from the floor based superman and helps to improve core strength, including the abdominals and lower back. To begin, lie the Bosu ball flat side down on the floor, lie face down on it, and position…

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