What can we do to prevent the ailments of knee injuries as we go on in life?  It seems like any activity early in life now is going to result in degenerative knee problems later on in life right?  Wrong, this is a study that looks into how we can actually help ourselves from those arthritic type injuries.  Perhaps even the most prevelent of those preventions is actually running.  Surprising perhaps because it has always been said that running will ruin your knees; however, maybe you need to r...
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We all have our own opinions on stretching prior to exercise and here is an article that can give us the actual answers.  This article looks at the medical implications of stretching before exercise and the effects that it can have on performance.  Please don't be offended by the article but do take it to heart and practice.

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http://health.msn.com/fitness/articlepage.aspx?cp-documentid=100254025
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Most of us have cats, dogs, or both; and here is a short study that looks at the coorelation between our weight and their weight.  Surprisingly there is a direct coorelation between one of the animals and us and the other isn't realated.  I would urge you to check it out, you'll find it an easy read and interesting.

http://www.newsobserver.com/life/fitness/story/290862.html

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Well here it is, the proof in the puding.  This article discusses the basis behind our office and what we are all about.  This article goes into discussing the relationship between fucntionality and fitness and how they coexist too.  I think it is self explanatory but I would definately read it.

http://www.acefitness.org/getfit/studies/FunctionFitness.pdf

On another note we have our beloved super-bowl match up now.  Who do you think will win?  Colts or Saints?  Please leave your comments on who...
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Here is a study completed by the ACE fitness gurus on the growing popularity of kettlebells.  It is quite fascinating and really digs into the idea behind kettlebells and what they are all about.  I would suggest this article to anyone who has been interested in the idea of kettlebells or has already worked out with them.  You will definately learn something you probably didn't already know, so don't be bashful about it.


http://www.acefitness.org/getfit/studies/Kettlebells012010.pdf

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Here is a simple question and answer segment to a common question we all have.  It tackles how the body responds to burning calories in the chilly winter months versus the warmer summer months.  Again, it is an easy read, quick too, that you'll definately like!


http://www.nytimes.com/2010/01/05/science/05qna.html?ref=nutrition
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For all of us who wonder when the best time to workout is, here is an article that can help.  It tackles a lot of the common misconceptions with workout timing and other important issues as well.  I think you will certainly enjoy this; however, make sure to not misinterprate this to mean that if you cannot workout at the desired times then you shouldn't workout at all.  At the end of the day the most important factor in good health and fitness is that you are active!

http://health.msn.com/fitn...
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This is great because it takes a close look at stretching and how neccessary it is for everyday living.  It makes some fantastic points about not having to focus so intently on it because you need just enough for functionality.  I would highly encourage you to read this article, it wont take very long, but you will take a lot from it.

http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/11/25/phys-ed-how-necessary-is-stretching/
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Here is a local article that was found about a new dieting technique that will interest younger generations because it is based around texting with the cell phone.  So many kids today want to use their phones all of the time so why should our efforts for weight loss not cater to their needs?  Clearly our efforts to thward childhood obesity haven't been as successful as desired so a different approach is needed.  Definately check this article out!

http://www.chapelhillnews.com/features/health_e...
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A study of the actual workout you get from using the Wii Fit.  The study was done by the American Council on Exercise (ACE)  You might be surprised by the results.  Check it out asap!

http://www.acefitness.org/getfit/studies/WiiFit102009.pdf
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