A doctor, personal trainer or physical therapist may use the term "dead muscle." It's a way of describing a muscle that's been deprived of nutrients and is no longer usable, that's injured or that's simply inactive due to underuse.
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Humans adapted to a pattern of walking that differs from that of most mammals. Instead of walking on their toes without putting much weight on the heel, they tend to walk by striking their heels first – in a strike known as heel-toe walking.
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Urine usually has little odor to it, so you may be puzzled if yours smells stronger than usual. A restrictive low-carb diet can put you into a state of ketosis, a side effect of which is a fruity-smelling urine.
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No need to deny yourself crispy fried chicken, fish or pork chops on a low-carb plan. Traditional breading ingredients, such as flour and bread crumbs, are high in carbs, but you can find alternatives that fit your low-carb eating plan.
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Frozen vegetables are an easy way to include more nutrient-rich foods in your diet. They are convenient, have a long shelf life and cook quickly. Frozen vegetables are often picked at the peak of ripeness and flash frozen, to preserve nutrients and prevent spoiling.
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The MIC diet is a medically assisted weight loss program that involves taking injections along with following a reduced calorie and carbohydrate diet and increased physical activity. As part of the diet, your health care provider might also recommend B-12 shots to boost your energy and augment weight loss.
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Strength training constitutes an important element of training for most athletes. The method of strength training an athlete uses, though, depends on the type of sport played and her particular goals.
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Using the wrong type of shoes for a sport can lead to soreness and injury. Running a few miles one time in your basketball shoes is unlikely to cause permanent harm. But making a habit of running in basketball shoes can slow you down, negatively affect your form and even cause injury.
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Your energy needs decrease during a swim taper -- the period before a key meet in which you drop off training significantly to give your body a rest. The result of a taper is stronger, refreshed muscles and a boost in cardiovascular performance for competition.
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Progesterone is a hormone most often associated with the female menstrual cycle and pregnancy, but men produce some progesterone, as well. Oral progesterone is most commonly used in hormone replacement therapy, but it may be prescribed for other conditions as well.
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As many as 40 million Americans avoid coffee, or limit their consumption, because it exacerbates stomach upset, "Science Daily" reported in 2010. You may think a switch to decaf will ease your woes, but the caffeine in coffee isn't the only irritant.
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Sodium and sugar are two food additives that, when eaten to excess, can increase your risk of heart disease and may contribute to gain weight. You know you should reduce your intake of both of these food components, but what that requires within the context of meal planning can be confusing.
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Dizziness can occur in the first few days, or even week, of a low-carb diet as you adapt to this new way of eating. Loss of water, and consequently electrolytes, as well as plummeting blood sugar levels may make you feel fatigued and lightheaded.
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Not all flours are created equal. The protein content of wheat flour can vary from 5 to 15 percent, and this variance can greatly affect your recipes. Alternative flours, made from ground legumes or soy, may also offer a high protein content, but a flavor that may not please your palate.
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If you get most of your produce from the grocery store, you may be short-changing your nutrition when you skip the freezer cases. Frozen produce can be equal, or superior, in terms of nutrient value, quality, shelf-life and cost.
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If your upper chest is lagging in its development, incorporate decline push-up variations to help it grow.
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The classic weightlifting move, the overhead press, requires a lot of effort from your shoulders. Your arms, back and core also play a role in safe execution.
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Tart cherry juice promises multiple health benefits, including reduced muscle soreness post-workout, alleviation of arthritis pain and improved sleep. Tart cherries contain compounds, including antioxidants and melatonin, which give them their powerful anti-inflammatory and soporific powers.
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When you begin a low-carb diet, you may hope to lose weight, stabilize your blood sugar and improve your fat-burning capabilities. You may notice changes in your body that you didn't expect -- including dramatic changes in your bowel movements.
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Sarcopenia, the age-related loss of muscle mass, begins at about age 40 and accelerates after age 75, notes University of New Mexico researchers Chantal Vella, M.S., and Len Kravitz, Ph.D.
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