This week's fashion gossip Aug 27, 2009
I can't go to bed without cleansing, toning and moisturising no matter how late it is. I use masks a lot, too. (iAfrica.com)
Why Dachshunds Have Back Problems Aug 25, 2009
It controls weight and increases spinal support by toning muscles. Jumping and rough play, especially play that causes twisting motions, should be discouraged. (Suite101.com)
Making the band Aug 22, 2009
Either way, they re toning up. Their version of boot camp, these musicians say, is no day at the park. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Preventing Weekend Warrior Injuries Aug 22, 2009
That extra activity is great for cardiovascular fitness, weight loss and toning, but it can all come to a screeching halt if you're struck with "weekend warrioritis. Even men who consider themselves in fairly good shape and up the ante with marathon (or even triathlon) training, softball leagues or camping tri 00004000 ps can end up with weekend warrior injuries. "Itis" indicates inflammation. Inflammation of tendons and bursa lead to pain and joint stiffness. Tendonitis and bursitis are treated... (Fox News)
Watertown sports notes Aug 20, 2009
This class will incorporate toning and shaping exercises by using the baby as the weight ... With the baby (newborns and toddlers), alternate intervals of strength training and cardiovascular exercise to get one power-packed class of fat burning, toning and strengthening. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Art gracefully meets fitness in this class Aug 19, 2009
"You're strengthening your core, toning," said Vicki Gerasole, 31, of Aspinwall. "I've got six-pack abs from doing this.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Shoes' toning claims draw experts' doubts Aug 15, 2009
"Toning shoes" claim to tighten and shape lower-body muscles ... In a growing trend, "toning shoes" are being sold with claims that wearers can tighten and shape their lower-body muscles just by walking in the shoes ... Dr. Paul Langer, a podiatrist at Minnesota Orthopaedic Specialists, has a pair of toning shoes that he wears as an experiment. (CNN)
Staying Fit During Ramadan Aug 14, 2009
Lightly toning exercises is the best method for working out during Ramadan. Many Muslim have stated that they just can't follow their regular routine. (Suite101.com)
realbuzz.com's DIY Fitness Tests Aug 12, 2009
Not only do they test your heart rate, and cardiovascular levels but also your core stability and neck and shoulder mobility; all aspects of fitness that sometimes can go unnoticed when you're concentrating on just losing weight and toning up. Once you've taken the tests then you can work towards drawing up a fitness plan that suits your body, and your daily routine. (PR Newswire)
Pump up the volume and your workout Aug 5, 2009
Music helps you tune out while toning up, but beware of the blare. Getty Images stockTurning up the volume on your tunes may give you a better workout. (MSNBC -- Health)
* Cycle city Copenhagen is the future Aug 1, 2009
My legs already feel better and you can see, easily, what it does for the Scandanavians toning. I was tempted, the next day, to leave the city and go north. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
10 best reasons to run Jul 26, 2009
Also by toning up, you are getting rid of the excess fat and converting it to muscle. 5. (iAfrica.com)
Beware! Your shoes can leave you ill! Jul 24, 2009
Muscular and occupational therapist Dr Preeti Jadhav says, Walking in heels alters the centre of gravity, training your legs to produce muscle especially in the calf and thighs thus toning them. For people who suffer poor circulation and are prone to swollen ankles, shoes with one-inch heels can boost the amount of blood and tissue fluid that is returned from the legs to the upper body. (India Times, India)
ROUSE: Something special for jitterbug aficionados Jul 24, 2009
Rest assured I m going to attend to partake of my muscle toning regimen, the toe-tapping exercise. Moving on to another observation, as we travel on through this changing world, it is quite apparent that not much in life escapes change. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Julie Fay: Toning the body to tunes on the iPod Jul 21, 2009
Mon Jul 20, 2009, 01:15 PM EDT. In January, I made a promise to myself that I d be in the best shape of my life by my birthday, which is next month. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Exercise for weight-loss? Jul 16, 2009
By toning up your muscles correctly, you will find that everything gets 'pulled in', particularly around the stomach, so as well as burning extra calories, your shape changes as you slim down. Not strictly weight loss but an extremely visible and tangible benefit of carrying out resistance training. (iAfrica.com)
UFC Star Georges St-Pierre on the Cover of Canada's Biggest Fitness Magazine, Inside Fitness, August/September '09 Issue! Jul 15, 2009
IFM also examines how to gain muscle and lose fat while tightening and toning your body by changing your body's Fat Map. This issue gives you the inside information on CLA: the fat burning supplement, along with a 30-Minute CircuitFIT Volume Training routine, plus a look at the top nutrition bars on the market, a Mid-Summer Shape Up routine with tips to get shredded, and all the latest in Canadian contest coverage, plus more training, diet and fitness tips. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Get Fit With The Surfer Girl Workou... Jul 8, 2009
Performing a balanced routine regularly is great for toning up ... The Core Wave Workout 1 is focused on toning. (Suite101.com)
Cycling has become serious senior leisure Jul 5, 2009
It can be helpful for arthritis in lower limbs while toning them, and is considered an excellent contributor to cardiovascular fitness. Although there are risks, especially on the open road or in town traffic areas, local enthusiasts have lobbied consistently and successfully in recent years to create and maintain bike lanes, and nearly every part of Green Valley has been kept relatively safe for cyclists because of it, plus new equipment has surfaced over the years, including aerodynamic... (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Inside Scoop Jul 5, 2009
The power moves get your heart rate going while toning your body from head to toe. We'll have a trainer on the plaza putting our anchors through a tough workout. (CBS News -- Evening News)
Greater China Jul 5, 2009
Meanwhile, Beijing is toning down its sports spending - a surprising move for a country that just last year was obsessed with international dominance. - Stephen Wong (May 13,'09). (Asia Times Online)
Senior Spirit Jul 5, 2009
Aquacize: Tuesday and Thursday, 7:30 8:10 a.m. Held in teaching pool with warm-ups, stretching, muscle toning and music. Cost is $54. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Sensual Ylang-Ylang and Clary Sage ... Jul 5, 2009
It should be avoided during pregnancy as its toning effect on the female reproductive system may be too stimulating, however during labour it can be very useful to help strengthen and ease the pain of contractions and to promote feelings of calm and well-being. Combined with Dead Sea salts and macerated arnica oil, these bath salts cleanse and nourish the skin and ease the discomfort of any muscular tensions. (Suite101.com)
Enjoy glowing skin this monsoon season Jul 4, 2009
- Cleansing should be followed by toning using an alcohol free toner, since increased humidity could open up your pores. - Use a sunscreen even on a cloudy day since the harmful UV radiations are capable of penetrating the clouds. (India Times, India)
A perfect pitch can help your invention wind up in stores Jun 25, 2009
And in January, Khubani paid $7 million to settle a 2002 FTC action about claims for the Ab Force, an electronic "abdominal toning" device he sold for about three months. TeleBrands lost two appeals and spent two years negotiating the settlement. (USA Today -- Money)
Nigeria: Army Begins Disarmament Talks With Militants Jun 22, 2009
Falana called for the toning down of arrogant rhetoric that could aggravate the situation in the Niger Delta. According to him, "The Federal Government is waging a full scale war against the people of the Niger Delta. Indeed, a member of the House of Representatives, reading the mood of the federal government, has even called for the extermination of 20 million people so that the rest can live in peace. Even the speaker has said what is going on in the area is a peacekeeping operation. "The... (allAfrica.com)
TV's Hottest Bikini Bods Jun 21, 2009
Dr. Tabor says: Her naturally petite frame appears to be enhanced with a lot of toning exercises and a protein-rich diet. And Dr. Jackowski is equally impressed : She looks like she s just finished her vaulting routine for the judges. (Fox News)
Fitness Magazine Offers Workout Routines and Bike Exercises to Get Your Bikini Body Ready for Summer Jun 19, 2009
When women sign up for the Fitness Magazine promotion, they will receive well-tested plans for getting their bodies in shape, cardio and toning exercises, diet recommendations, and cute sun-protection workout clothes ... demonstrate exercises that burn calories while toning muscles. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
5 Ways to Build Bigger Biceps Jun 6, 2009
Lifting lighter weights can be good for toning, but heavier weights are needed to build a bigger bicep. You want to load up and do some heavier weights, even if you can t do as many reps, Santa Maria said. (Fox News)
Ubisoft Live Blog Jun 2, 2009
(6:29:32 PM): Can choose, say, your legs, and then pick toning or strength. Then the cam gives you feedback for your movements. (IGN PS2)
New shoe may help wearer burn calories May 29, 2009
Chung shi shoes claim to be for burning calories, toning, tightening, improving posture, and other health benefits, according to their maker. Foot Solutions, the store that sells this popular footwear, says the shoes combine new technology with the ancient wisdom of rice paddy workers returning to their huts. (KHOU.com, TX)
MARSHFIELD COMMENTARY: Getting ready for summer May 29, 2009
While doing cardio on most days may seem like the answer because you sweat, and when you sweat your burn calories, and the more you sweat the more weight you lose, it is not the only answer to toning up. When you sweat you are losing water weight, so the more you sweat doesn t automatically mean you are losing more weight overall. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
The Perfect Beach Body May 27, 2009
Everyone is familiar with the old saying: A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step, and this is especially true when it comes to losing weight and toning the human body. So what steps can you take that will help you obtain the perfect beach body for this summer. (Suite101.com)
Military Pays for Personal Trainer Certification, Reports ISSA May 26, 2009
"I enjoy being diversified in my business as it keeps my fitness training skills sharp working with many kinds of clients ranging from the elderly to athletes to a 25-year-old toning muscles for her wedding day," says Henry, who joins forces with local medical offices to assist patients in their weight loss efforts. Whether you are currently in the military, were formerly, or are a spouse, you can gain more information about the Military Tuition Assistance program by visiting. (PR Newswire)
Catching up with Stephen Barrera May 21, 2009
" His daily workout schedule is rigorous. Mondays and Wednesdays have a focus on the upper body, Tuesdays and Thursdays aim at the lower body, Fridays and Saturdays concentrate on toning, and Sundays are conditioning. Barerra plans on playing in the Bayou Bowl on June 12th, and moving in with fellow lineman Rhontae Scales, Clint Naron, and Patrick Lewis the following day. Stephen has big expectations for his time in Aggieland due mostly to the staff Mike Sherman has with him: "The entire staff... (12thFan.com)
Fitness at the EdgeNew Gym for Women Open in Middlebury May 20, 2009
The 5,000-square-foot facility features state-of-the-art Matrix equipment, cardio and upper and lower body machines that increase strength, improve bone density and provide overall toning. Personal trainer sessions, nutritional coaching and a roster of exercise classes are included in the membership fee. (Voices, CT)
Women's roller derby: Fitness, fun and friends May 20, 2009
"At first I had a lot of toning in my legs," Mori says. "But since then, I think I've lost 16 pounds.". (CNN -- Health)
Abs-olutely Buff May 18, 2009
Elsewhere in the workout department, the mag comes up with some new and unusual exercises for toning your backside. Problem is, the poses look like some odd offshoot of yoga, and we think most women will feel pretty silly doing them, especially on the beach. (New York Post -- Business)
Health Benefits of Swimming May 15, 2009
Swimming is an exercise that provides an excellent cardiovascular workout and can promote muscle toning, weight loss, and strengthen the lungs ... Calories expended during this cardiovascular workout coupled with the resistance training of most major muscle groups leads to a reduction in overall body fat and an increase in muscle toning. (Suite101.com)
Patients with mild to moderate OSA may benefit from exercise May 7, 2009
"It was commonly thought among doctors that strengthening and toning oropharyngeal muscles would have no benefit to the patient during sleep, but a recent study showed that didgeridoo playing helped decrease snoring and OSA," said Geraldo Lorenzi-Filho, M.D., Ph. D. "This was a change of paradigm, and indicated that not everything you do during the day is lost during sleep.". (EurekAlert!)
Dogs fans want top teams in Athens May 6, 2009
I m glad to see Georgia toning the OOC schedule down a little. I mean, come on, why do we need to schedule tough OOC games year in and year out when no one else in the SEC does. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Britney Spears demands stripper pole May 3, 2009
A source said: "Britney loves pole dancing, it is her new favorite work out. She gets the toning she needs without having to hit the gym and wants to do it in the privacy of her own hotel room. "Keeping fit on tour is very important as her show involves lots of rigorous dance routines, so Britney likes to do her pole dancing workout first thing in the morning. " The mother-of-two has also requested the hotel provide a chef from restaurant chain Nando's to be on hand to cook her spicy chicken... (Xinhuanet, China)
YWCA program helps breast cancer patients May 2, 2009
Trained instructors incorporate water therapy and toning exercises designed to increase upper-body mobility and lymphedema control. ENCORE plus will be offered from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Mondays, beginning May 24, at the YWCA of Racine, 740 College Avenue. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Underworld 3 May 2, 2009
Like the other two entries in this series, blue color toning is the word. I've never been a fan of how this series looked, but considering the darker fantasy-like tone this narrative takes, the stark desaturated blue hues actually sort of work here. (IGN FilmForce)
Fitness Ball Recall Apr 18, 2009
He uses them to enhance the toning power of pushups, squats, and abdominal crunches. He says, "You want to inflate it to 75 to 80 percent. You don't want to inflate it to its maximum. And then you want to wait about 24 hours until you actually use it. The CPSC says 47 people have reported the balls suddenly bursting since 2000. Injuries range from multiple bruises to fractures. The fitness balls will remain in stores, but will have more stringent safety warnings and guidelines. For more... (W-USA News, DC)
Exercise With Caution? Fitness Balls Recalled Apr 18, 2009
People searching for motivation to exercise may have another excuse to sit still: Inflatable fitness balls that might be key to toning your abs also could explode and send you crashing to the floor. Three million fitness balls made in China were voluntarily recalled Thursday due to reports that they can pop unexpectedly if overinflated. (ABC News -- Business)
No time to exercise? Stretch, do other moves as you go about day Apr 16, 2009
It is a great way to work on cardio endurance and toning our legs and rear, Pettit said. For upper body, Pettit tells her clients to do 20 incline push-ups at their desks. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
'Kettlenetics' workout video Apr 14, 2009
Kettlenetics provides workout for full-body toning ... Unlike traditional kettlebell workouts that consist of "jerks and snatches," Khai's DVDs provide a 360, full-body toning workout that combines resistance training with high-speed cardio ... "FlowMotion Basics" offers a combination of standing and floor exercises and "Cardio Balanced" is an intense cardio and toning workout. (Albany Times Union)
Health in brief Apr 11, 2009
Senior exercise:Low-impact, stretching and toning exercises for seniors, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10-11 a.m. Carriage Conference Room, Amesbury Health Center, 24 Morrill Place, Amesbury. Cost $3 per class. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Counting down the minutes to exercise Apr 7, 2009
It gets your stretching, weight training, cardio(vascular) and toning all in one session, Archer said. The way she described it, it was like the worlds most perfect fitness answer. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
How to get Michelle Obama's arms Apr 4, 2009
In fact, exercises that use multiple muscle groups, like squats, are Duggan's favourite for toning the upper body. Personal trainer Jessica Ingroff discourages her clients from doing repetitions with weights they feel are too heavy (the general rule is to lift 15 per cent of your body weight). (Sydney Morning Herald)
Your Health: Can games like 'Wii Fit' really work it? Mar 30, 2009
The game tells users they are toning their bodies, improving posture and balance and burning calories. But how much good does it do. (USA Today -- News)
Post-Pregnancy 'Mini' Tummy Tuck a Favorite with Columbus, Ohio Moms Mar 29, 2009
"For women, the lower abdomen tends to be resistant to toning in the first place, but after pregnancy these problems only worsen," explains Dr. Timothy Treece, one of the plastic surgeons in Columbus, Ohio at the practice. "Pregnancy stretches and tears the muscles, damaging the tissues in ways that no amount of crunches will fix. While each case is unique, many of our younger, active moms find that a mini tummy tuck offers a very effective way to correct this problem, with a reduced amount of... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
NKorea premier visits China amid missile tensions Mar 17, 2009
China North Korea's biggest benefactor and longtime communist ally has avoided directly criticizing the rocket launch but has called for a toning down of regional tensions. Beijing will also likely push Pyongyang to return to the table for six-country negotiations aimed at denuclearizing the North. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
N. Korea Reopens Border With The South Mar 17, 2009
China - North Korea's biggest benefactor and longtime communist ally - has avoided directly criticizing the rocket launch but has called for a toning down of regional tensions. On Tuesday, Foreign Ministry spokesman Qin Gang again stated that China hopes all parties involved "do more to contribute" toward regional peace. (CBS News -- World)
Gym members face higher fees for toning up Mar 17, 2009
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Working out is working, say clients Mar 11, 2009
Pam Panchak/Post-Gazette Lawrence Harris teams up with Betty Tallon during the body toning class ... Arguably the best fitness deal in Pittsburgh is the body toning class Chris Howard teaches four times a week at the Kingsley Center, 6435 Frankstown Ave. in East Liberty ... Mr. Howard was a steelworker who taught a body toning class at his church, Mt. Ararat Baptist Church on Paulson Avenue, when he was approached by Dr. Stephen Thomas, the director of the Center of Minority Health, to become a... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
U.S. Wants 'Dialogue' With N. Korea, Urges End to... Mar 8, 2009
In Beijing, Chinese Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi shied away from directly criticizing China's neighbor and longtime communist ally over the threatened rocket launch but called for a toning down of regional tensions. "We believe that safeguarding peace and stability on the Korean peninsula serves the interests of all relevant parties," Yang said at a news conference. (Fox News)
VOICES OF FAITH: Growing spiritual connections Mar 6, 2009
Lent can also be understood as a kind of spring training for one s faith life: Exercising what has been idle; strengthening what has grown weak; and toning up what is less than firm. The traditional exercises for that preparation have been greater faithfulness to prayer; fasting or giving something up; and almsgiving or works of mercy for the poor. (Concord Journal, MA)
Council on Aging Notes Mar 6, 2009
You will work the core muscles of the body for strength, stability and posture while also toning muscles that tend to get little use (such as the abdominals, back of arms, hips, & waist) and stretch areas that are prone to get tight and less flexible (the back, hamstrings etc. . (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Stroll on down to stroller strides Feb 28, 2009
Operated in an interval-style format, Stroller Strides classes combine cardio (power walking) with strength training and toning stations designed to target specific muscle groups. The result is a total body workout. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
5 Ways to Slim Down in 2009 Feb 28, 2009
" Wright said in addition to eating right and exercising, people need to mentally prepare themselves for the challenge of losing weight. It s important to recognize that taking a long time off is not the barrier you think it is to getting back in shape, she said. Think of it as an investment. Just like we invest in our wealth and save up money for that rainy day so that we ll have financial stability, we need to spend 30 minutes a day investing in our own health. Here are five tips Wright... (Fox News)
Exercising while pregnant Feb 27, 2009
It provides a cardiovascular workout while stretching and toning muscles and it provides this in a nearly gravity-free environment, which minimises joint strain ... Yoga also helps you control your breathing and provides an excellent means of stretching and toning muscles ... Yoga works both your body and mind, strengthening and toning muscles and leaving you with a renewed sense of peace and calm. (iAfrica.com)
Black Women's Health: 4 Ways to Boost It Feb 24, 2009
By the time you reach your 40s, try combining cardiovascular and toning exercises. And yes, you , even during a recession. (U.S. News & World Report)
Nishna Valley Family YMCA Group Exercise Schedule Feb 24, 2009
This water class is full of great toning and conditioning exercises for the entire body ... Guaranteed to give you a great cardiovascular and toning workout ... A variety of water exercises which combine aerobic conditioning and water toning. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
