Protect Your Body with an Orthopedic Mattress
Getting a good night's sleep is something all of us can benefit from! With disturbed sleep, or an erratic sleep cycle, your mood can soon become affected and this can actually lead to serious health problems.
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Deciding to Have Orthopedic Surgery
Making the decision to undergo surgery should not be a process that is taken lightly. Before you reach a conclusion regarding a possible operation, you will have the input of several different healthcare professionals as well as your support network.
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Common Orthopedic Surgeries
Orthopedic care is primarily concerned with health conditions that affect the bones and the muscles within the human body. Orthopedic surgery is often required to fix these problems. However, there are also a wide range of effective non-surgical approaches for improving the quality of life of the patient.
An orthopedic surgeon will develop their own approach to dealing with certain medical problems throughout their career. They will also strive to stay up to date with all of the latest technological developments within their field of healthcare in order to maximise their treatment success rates.
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Why Build Muscle?
You probably hear a lot of people talking about going to the gym, staying fit and wanting to build muscle. However, what you might not hear quite so frequently is why these people want to do these things.
It goes without saying that people want to get healthy in order to increase their longevity and improve their quality of life. But, do you know the wide range of other reasons why people might want to build muscle? Apart from the obvious reason of wanting to be stronger and to look good, there are several additional reasons why building muscle is a great idea.
The type of muscle we are talking about in this context is known as skeletal muscle. And, when it comes to skeletal muscle, the more you have of it the better! This is the muscle that is connected to the skeleton and enables your body parts to move.
The Functions of Skeletal Muscle
This kind of muscle is metabolically active, which means the more you have, the more calories you are going to burn during each day. When you work to build skeletal muscle you will also be fortifying your tendons, ligaments and bones, which in turn will help to protect you from injury. Working on this kind of muscle will also help to give you the body shape that you want, which is great for your self-confidence. Click here for tips on keeping your muscle healthy.
In addition to protecting you and helping you to burn calories, skeletal muscle can also improve your posture. It provides you with the strength you need to do so and can also help to relieve symptoms for those who suffer with chronic pain. However, it is always worth checking with your healthcare professional before you embark upon any type of exercise regime. They will be able to advise you as to what the best exercises for you to do are in order to reach your fitness goals.
Finally, the more skeletal muscle you have in your body, the more insulin receptor sites you will have. More of these sites mean that your body can stay slim with more ease as the process of minimizing fat becomes easier.
Isometric Vs Isotonic Exercise
Isometric exercise, also known as isometrics, is a particular type of strength training. This variety of exercise is defined as movements that do not change the length of the muscle or the angle of the joint during contraction. It is instead the amount of force that varies.
With isotonic exercise, on the other hand, the tension experienced during the movement is consistent, but the muscle will contract, and therefore change in length.
Depending on what your exercise aims are, you may want to employ either of these methods to build muscle. Isometric exercises are best for building bulk in a short amount of time. Whereas isotonic exercise is best for increasing your strength in a sustainable way. When you develop your strength with isotonic exercise you may not see physical results as quickly as with isometric exercise, but these gains will certainly come if you stick to a regular routine.
Conditions for Muscle Growth
Muscle growth is only able to take place when muscle protein synthesis occurs in excess of the amount of muscle protein breakdown. Optimum nutrition plays a huge role in this process. When muscle tissue is broken down as a result of exercise, the muscle protein synthesis reaction will usually last between 24 and 48 hours. During this time it is essential that certain nutritional guidelines are adhered to if muscle growth is to take place.
Amino acids should be present in the body as they will boost the process of muscle protein synthesis. Carbohydrates should also be present as they are responsible for delivering glycogen the the relevant muscles. Furthermore, the presence of hormones in the body, such as HGH and testosterone, also have important roles to play within the muscle building process.
Fitness Results
While you are on your weight-lifting journey for bigger muscles you should bear a few things in mind. First of all, lifting heavy weights does not instantly grant you big muscles. You have to commit to developing your ability to lift slowly. In fact, performing more reps with lighter weights will often yield the best results if you are trying to bulk up. You should also remember that lifting weights will not always give you the muscle tone and definition that you are seeking. This is because genetics and your diet also play a pivotal role in this.
Remember, building muscle is a long process and you have to have the patience and the dedication to reach your goals. Do not be disheartened if you don not see results in a short space of time - keep at it and you will soon be on your way to a healthier, happier body!
References
1) http://breakingmuscle.com/strength-conditioning/9-reasons-muscle-is-good-and-you-should-get-some
2) http://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/build-muscle-better-health
3) https://jonbarron.org/article/how-build-muscle
The Psychological Effects of Serious Injury
When we talk about the suffering associated with an injury it is usually the physical health aspects that come to mind. The word injury is synonymous with pain, and it is the pain in the area of the injury that is given the most thought and attention. However, the psychological impacts of a serious injury can be just as important, but are often overlooked.
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How to Create Balance in Life
It is often said that the key to a happy life is the ability to create balance in all that you do. This statement is of course open to interpretation and everyone can have their own ways of doing so.
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Aerobic Exercise and Obesity
A new study into whether or not the negative health effects of obesity can be offset by aerobic fitness has found that this is most likely not the case. Experts have previously suggested that if a person is overweight they can improve their health by engaging in regular aerobic activities, even if these activities do not lead to weight loss. However, fresh data has disputed this idea and has found that people in this category will not enjoy improved health by doing so. The study therefore suggests that maintaining a healthy weight is the best way to promote optimum health and longevity.
Health Risks
Obese people are at a much greater risk of a variety of serious health conditions. These conditions include heart disease, type 2 diabetes and stroke. When we consider that over a third of adults in America are obese, it is easy to see the public health problems that the country is facing.
Causes of Obesity
Far from simply being a dietary problem, the incidence of obesity in America is also attributed to a lack of physical activity. Many people lead sedentary lifestyles, which are effectively leading to adverse health conditions.
Exercising regularly not only burns calories at the time, but those who exercise also burn more calories generally throughout the day than those who don’t exercise.
Studies into Obesity
In the past, studies have been conducted to determine whether a person can be overweight but physically healthy. These studies have suggested that if an overweight person exercises regularly then they will be at a lower risk of the health problems associated with obesity.
However, this theory is now being labelled as misleading and experts are advising obese people that they will have to lose the weight if the do not want to suffer the ill effects. Additionally, the mortality rate among men of a normal weight is much lower than obese men - irrespective of their level of aerobic fitness.
Aerobic Exercise and Obesity
Obesity in America is a huge problem and initiatives to combat this problem have been launched across the country. With over 78.6 million adults being of an increased weight, the cost of this to the country is estimated to be over $140 million a year.
Through education of nutrition and exercise it is hoped that the next generation will not succumb to the behaviours that are currently leading to rising obesity rates. Being of a normal weight with an adequate level of aerobic fitness is advisable for everyone in the battle to keep weight-related health problems to a minimum.
References
1) http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/304362.php?tw
2) http://study.com/academy/lesson/what-is-aerobic-exercise-definition-benefits-examples.html
Amazing Exercises for Total Body Strength
When people exercise they often run the risk of getting over-focused on one particular area of the body. Common areas are the arms and the abs as people associate these two areas with a strong physical appearance.
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Gym Free Ways to Exercise
Back in September we wrote a blog post entitled Exercise Without The Gym which aimed to help you get fit without ever having to set foot in a gym! Today we are going to expand on this concept to bring some fresh ideas to those who wish to work out at home or in public spaces, such as fields and parks.
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Lose the Weight for a Better Surgical Outcome
We all know that keeping an eye on our weight is one of the best things we can do to maintain optimum health. This is not only because of the health benefits associated with a lower weight but also because extra weight can place additional strains on our bodies. This is especially true when considering surgical outcomes and it is now confirmed that patients who are obese are more likely to experience post-surgery complications.