Aquatic Fitness The Move To Water Exercise

Title:Aquatic Fitness The Move To Water ExerciseWord Count:891Summary:At the Canyon Ranch Health Resort in Tucson, Ariz., guests find healing in the water. Theresort's 11,000- square-foot Aquatic Center features three Watsu pools, a cross-training poolwith conditioning equipment, two aquatic therapy pools and a whirlpool. There is also acomplete Water Workout Station and it is making a big splash with guests.\"Water is the wave of the future,\" said Karma Kientzler, an aquatic therapy expert and outsideconsultant for Canyon Ranch in Tucso...Keywords:

water exercise equipment, exercise equipment for the pool, water exercise, aquatic fitnessArticle Body:At the Canyon Ranch Health Resort in Tucson, Ariz., guests find healing in the water. Theresort's 11,000- square-foot Aquatic Center features three Watsu pools, a cross-training poolwith conditioning equipment, two aquatic therapy pools and a whirlpool. There is also acomplete Water Workout Station and it is making a big splash with guests.\"Water is the wave of the future,\" said Karma Kientzler, an aquatic therapy expert and outsideconsultant for Canyon Ranch in Tucson. \"People are using their bones and joints to such excessthat water will become the means for most people to stay healthy. It is a means to lifeenhancement and enrichment, especially in a spa and health care environment.\"The Aquatrend, a scientifically designed piece of stainless steel equipment, was installed atCanyon Ranch about 10 years ago to help take the \"work\" out of workouts, Kientzler said. Itmakes working out a pleasurable experience, especially for those suffering from arthritis, kneeand hip replacement or sports injury recovery. The power of water has become an integral partof spa relaxation and rejuvenation -- it's a healer, a stress reducer, and an amenity that everyonecan enjoy regardless of age or physical condition,\" she said.For the physically challenged or non-swimmer, water exercise is safe because there is alwayssomething nearby to hold onto.On the flip side, those who are more fit or who are interested in the resistance benefits from'Aquacise' or aqua therapy can use a water workout station to work isolated body areas to loseweight and inches, and to facilitate aerobic and anaerobic training. It provides the basic exerciseeveryone needs to strengthen cardiovascular and respiratory systems while building strengthand endurance.'The Value of Aquatic Exercise'According to the Aquatic Exercise Association, Aquatic fitness is defined as activitiesperformed in the water that promote and enhance physical and mental fitness. Aquatic fitness istypically performed in a vertical position in shallow or deep water. There are numerousapplications to appeal to a wide variety of participants.Here's how it works... and why it works. Water buffers the body from gravity and makes aperson virtually weightless when they are totally submerged. When a person's head is out of thewater, he or she weighs approximately 10 percent of normal body weight. Therefore, exercisingin the water offers protective cushioning that land-based exercise cannot.Researchers tell us that exercise injuries are usually related to impact. Every time a person'sfoot comes in contact with the floor, impact occurs. Because a person weighs so much less inthe water, the impact on the body is reduced. Water has the same advantages to toning as it doesin cushioning. In order to get muscles in shape or \"toned,\" a person has to work againstsomething. On land, a person fights gravity, but water limits the effect of gravity on the body.Aquatics: 'Hard to Resist'Mike Jandzen, Aquatics Director at the Sea Colony Resort in Bethany Beach, Delaware, who is

responsible for managing water fitness programs at the property's 12 pools and fitness center,said hardcore athletes are drawn to exercising in a gym because they prefer a more gravitationaltype of resistance for muscle toning and strength training. However, Jandzen said he is seeingmore and more interest in the property's aquatics programs, such as water aerobics and waterexercise, because they can be enjoyed by young and old alike and offer cardiovascularconditioning, strength training and muscle toning while greatly reducing the impact on musclesand joints.\"Over the past several years we've seen aquatics becoming the exercise vehicle of choice,\" hesaid. \"We've had a water exercise unit in our aqua therapy pool for many years, and it'sconstantly in use. Our senior guests enjoy it for therapy as well as for strength training andmuscle toning. The water aspect makes it low impact. It's easy to use, easy on joints and easy onmuscles because buoyancy relieves the demands placed on all body parts.\"Every time a person gets into the pool, he or she is losing weight from the resistance that waterprovides, noting that the resistance of water is 12 times that of air. When exercising in water,the body still creates extra heat because muscles are being used. However, the body has a mucheasier time transferring your exercise heat to the water than it does to the air. The result is aworkout that immediately feels refreshing and cool, and not hot and soggy from sweat.A quality Water Workout Station provides Body Sculpting exercises, including standing squats,lateral pull ups, hanging leg pulleys, closed-grip pull ups, forward dips, single kneeextensions/curls, leg diamonds, abdominal press, reverse abdominal and straight abdominal curl.Cardio Circuits provide 13 exercises, including: squat and lift, reverse lunge, chin ups,cardio-sprint, single bicep curls, body swings, cardio bobbing jumping jacks, single knee tucks,seat push ups, cardio-seated bicycle, oblique reach, reverse leg pull-downs and cardio-seatedbicycle. There is also a Power Circuit, which incorporates aerobic and muscular conditioning,including: lat pull up/body swing combo, closed grip pull-up/reverse curl combo, cardio hurdles,reverse dip abductor/adductor cross combo, hanging curl-skate kick combo, cardio-crosscountry ski, body pike push-up combo, cardio seat down sprinting, straight curl-alternatingelbow and cardio - seat down leg flurries.Title:Healthy Food And Lifestyle Choices Alleviate Digestive Health Problems. Nutrient-PackedAnd Flavorful California Dried Plums Are A Smart SnackWord Count:495Summary:Digetive problems are on the rise and affecting Americans' lifestyles. The good news is thatpeople may not have to skip work or miss out on leisure activities because of poor digestivehealth.Keywords:Healthy Food And Lifestyle Choices Alleviate Digestive Health Problems. Nutrient-PackedAnd Flavorful California Dried Plums Are A Smart Snack And Tasty Addition To Any Meal

Article Body:Digestive problems are on the rise and affecting Americans' lifestyles. According to theAmerican Gastroenterological Association (AGA), Americans report more than 81 millioncases of chronic digestive problems each year.The good news is that people may not have to skip work or miss out on leisure activitiesbecause of poor digestive health.\"Eating a wide variety of nutrient-rich and colorful fruits and vegetables, which are beneficial toyour digestive tract, is the first step. This includes dried fruits, like California dried plums, aswell as fresh berries and apples,\" says Leo Treyzon, M.D., from the divisions of DigestiveDiseases and Clinical Nutrition at the University of California, Los Angeles. \"These types offoods are loaded with essential vitamins and minerals that provide a broad array of healthbenefits. Other foods containing fiber, protein, calcium and vitamin D are also good choices forenhancing your digestive health.\"Treyzon says California dried plums are particularly good for digestive health because theyhave a unique combination of nutrients, such as soluble and insoluble dietary fiber, potassiumand magnesium. They are also high in plant substances called polyphenols, which are strongantioxidants that protect DNA against damage, decrease inflammation and prevent cancer.Treyzon emphasizes that as people learn more about which types of food improve theirdigestive health they'll also realize the positive impact nutrition has on lifestyle and overallhealth. He added that good digestive health improves one's immune system and may reduce therisk for some chronic diseases, such as heart disease and some forms of cancer.\"As you make positive food choices, remember that it's important to eat adequate amounts ofprotein, especially vegetable protein,\" notes Treyzon. \"I would also choose fats wisely, avoidconcentrated sweets, drink plenty of fluids and engage in enjoyable physical activities for atleast 30 minutes a day.\"California dried plums are a convenient, healthy snack that fits into today's busy lifestyle. Theyalso are a tasty addition to any meal. Here's a healthful and delicious recipe idea:Chicken Saut?With Balsamic-Dried Plum SaucePrep time: 10 minutesCook time: 25 minutes2 tablespoons olive oil4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 11/2 pounds)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup finely chopped shallots

2 cloves garlic, minced1 cup low-sodium chicken broth1/2 cup (about 3 ounces) coarsely chopped California pitted dried plums1/3 cup balsamic vinegar1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves, crushedIn large skillet, heat oil over medium heat until hot. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Placechicken in skillet; cook 10 minutes or until browned and centers are no longer pink, turningonce. Transfer to serving platter; keep warm. Add shallots and garlic to same skillet; cook andstir 3 to 5 minutes or until softened. Stir in broth, dried plums, vinegar, thyme, 1/2 teaspoon saltand 1/4 teaspoon pepper; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat slightly; cook until sauce isreduced to about 1 cup. Spoon over chicken.Makes 4 servings.Nutrition Information Per Serving: 345 calories; 24% calories from fat; 9 g fat; 139 mg sodium;22 g carbohydrate; 42 g protein; 99 mg cholesterol; 1 g fiberTitle:Powerful Health Weapon Can Increase Your EnergyWord Count:696Summary:Want more pep and increased wellness? Fight tiredness and other health problems too.Keywords:juice, vegetables, health, juicing, juicers, vitaminsArticle Body:By the time you finish reading this article, you'll possess a powerful weapon in your fightagainst chronic tiredness and other health problems.This potent weapon is not new. It's well known by many health experts.So what is this key resource to help you enjoy better health?It's making your own fresh fruit and vegetable juices. When you juice fruits and vegetables, youmake delicious drinks that will contribute to increased energy and enhanced health.

Why is juicing so effective?Here's how this wonderful health weapon works: juices are absorbed almost immediately intoyour body, thus supplying needed vitamins and minerals. Cooking vegetables removes a lot oftheir nutritional value, but juicing saves these vitamins and minerals. So you get mega-doses ofvitamins and minerals.Let's say you make a carrot-apple drink from one apple and four carrots. Imagine sittingdown and eating all those at one time in their original state! But you get the vitamins andminerals from the fruit and vegetables in their juice and it's living! That's because the vitaminsand minerals have not been destroyed by the pasteurization process used to make juice soldin stores.How do you get the maximum health return from juicing?Start your day right by drinking freshly-made juice. It's wise to drink it before you eat and thenwait about ten minutes (before eating the rest of your breakfast) to give your body a headstart asit absorbs the life-giving fluid into your bloodstream.Don't let the juice sit around, but drink it within minutes of making it to retain those preciousvitamins and minerals.You can also add to your fiber intake by using the pulp in muffins and bread. Just add the pulpof your favorite fruits and vegetables to your recipe and you'll have a moist taste-bud pleasingtreat!How are fruits and vegetables prepared for juicing?First wash them. Cut out any bad spots that you wouldn't want to eat. You usually don't need topeel fruits and vegetables.What are some popular juice recipes?1. Carrot JuiceCarrots are a favorite for juicing purposes. Put them through your juicer one at a time and don'tpeel them.Carrot drinks taste great all by themselves, but you can also use them as a base for other fruitsand vegetables too. Carrots and apples taste wonderful together. Children love this combinationtaste treat!2. Celery JuiceCelery should be cut into 3-4 inch sections and fed into your machine at a steady pace.3. Fresh Apple DrinkJust cut the apples into pieces that will fit into the feeding chamber. You don't need to corethem, although you might want to do so.

4. Melon Thirst QuencherYou'll need to remove the rinds but not the seeds. Most varieties of melons are great for juicing.5. Combo DrinkAdd all different kinds of vegetables together, including tomatoes. It's fun to experiment!But don't put in vegetables or fruit that you don't like to eat because your beverage won't tastegood to you.What kinds of juicers are available?1. Centrifugal-ejection machinesThese are good for most uses.2. Low-speed masticating juicersThese do a better job juicing spinach and wheatgrass.3. Twin gear juicersThese machines work in two stages. First the fruits and vegetables are crushed and then thejuice is pressed out. You get a higher quality drink because of this process, but twin gearmachines are slower than the other juicers.4. Citrus juicersIf you're just squeezing lemons, oranges and grapefruit, this is the one for you.The better the machine, the longer the warranty. The inexpensive juicers aren't made towithstand daily use. A powerful motor extracts juice faster with less strain. Centrifugal juicersshould have a motor rating of at least 450-watts. Machines that use a slow, grinding motorspeed (masticating and double-auger models) don't need as much wattage.If making your own energy-packed juice isn't in your arsenal of health weapons yet,it should be.Step up your energy to a much higher level by juicing your way to vibrant health!