Get a Health Screening Before You Start TrainingWritten by Gene Tewksbury
Continued from page 1 surgery history, and family medical history. Once your trainer has examined results of your questionnaires it is possible that he/she will find a potential or underlying problem which can be a significant risk factor when starting an exercise program. In these cases they may recommend that you get a referral or clearance from your physician. This is for your safety and in many cases is required by health club or trainer's insurance, so don't blame trainer.Participating in a health screening with your personal trainer is very important and if he/she does not ask you to take one, you may want to consider qualifications of your trainer. For more information on what to look for in your personal trainer please review following article "Choosing a Personal Trainer".

Author: Gene Tewksbury - owner of The Fitness Almanac
| | Lifestyle Changes - Never too late.Written by Jennifer Geisheker
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Exercise alone can not make someone healthy, proper nutrition is also vital. To meet all daily nutritional requirements a healthy diet must consist of good quality, nutrient dense foods. Buy whole grain versions of breads, pastas, and rice. Keep frozen vegetables and fruits on hand as they are pre-cut and easy to use. Choose lean cuts of meat, eat raw nuts, and include fish often. Be sure to keep fat intake to around 30% of total calories. Fiber is also important—a daily intake of around 30 grams is recommended. Don’t forget your water, 8 cups per day is recommended amount. This may all sound like a lot, but make changes slowly by incorporating only a couple of new things each week and you’ll see how easy and delicious good nutrition can be.

Jennifer Geisheker: Owner of Body Bold and Online personal trainer for The Fitness Almanac
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