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Acute Effects of Whole Body Vibration

May 12th, 2010

Whole body vibration has been reported to produce immediate effects on anabolic hormone levels and muscular power.  Studies have shown a significant increase in blood concentrations of testosterone and growth hormone following short sessions of whole body vibration training in healthy men. Whole body vibration training also elicited a decrease in the blood concentration of Cortisol, the body’s stress hormone, suggesting that whole body vibration does not produce a general stress reaction, a response that is common for high-intensity exercise.

Other studies have reported significant increases in » Read more: Acute Effects of Whole Body Vibration

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Whole Body Vibration Activates Natural Stretch Reflex

May 11th, 2010

Whole Body Vibration stimulates the body’s natural stretch reflex and causes muscle contractions in much the same way that a doctor’s tapping below a patient’s patella with a reflex hammer elicits a knee-jerk response. The stretch reflex is controlled by stretch receptors called muscle spindles that are located in skeletal muscle. Muscle spindles are usually activated when a muscle is under a static stretch or is quickly stretched or overstretched, causing a reflex contraction of the muscle. With whole body vibration (WBV), this reflex action is continually stimulated, so a muscle continues to contract and relax until the vibration stops.  Studies have reported that activation of one muscle spindle will cause a reflex contraction and relaxation in many adjacent muscles.

WBV training contracts virtually 100% of the muscle fibers of any particular muscle, whereas weight resistance training only fires » Read more: Whole Body Vibration Activates Natural Stretch Reflex

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Whole Body Vibration Benefits the Nervous System

May 5th, 2010

Your nervous system, which consists of sensors (eyes, ears, spindle organs, proprioceptors), the nerves, nerve junctions, the spine and the brain, exert tremendous influence over how you perceive the world, your health, and your motivation. If you can make small improvements to the functioning of the nervous system, everything else in your life improves automatically. This includes your ability to achieve fitness goals, to lead a stress-free life, and to pursue creative projects and other worthwhile objectives you set for yourself. Whole body vibration holds the key to unlocking your full potential.

There are many psychological systems aimed at getting peak or improved performance out of people. Most of these systems work solely on » Read more: Whole Body Vibration Benefits the Nervous System

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Whole Body Vibration for Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

May 3rd, 2010

WBV makes normal strength and flexibility training more effective. Many medical doctors, physical therapists, and chiropractors have embraced WBV when treating patients recovering from injuries because WBV can speed up the recovery process and actually make muscles stronger in the end. Because WBV increases circulation and muscle activity at the cellular level, you can heal from injuries in less time.

Vibration exercise is much more effective than conventional exercises. Workout times can be drastically shortened – you can accomplish the same results in 10 minutes what would take you 60 minutes with conventional exercise. This is true because WBV requires your body to constantly respond to the rapidly moving platform beneath you.

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Anti Aging benefits of Whole Body Vibration

April 30th, 2010

Whole Body Vibration will supercharge every cell in your body with energy you never knew you had! Increased blood circulation sending oxygen throughout your body means healthier looking skin, less wrinkles, reduced swelling, and stronger joints.

Regardless of your shape, size, age, or current fitness level, Whole Body Vibration can be worked into your daily routine with ease.  WBV is a safe, fast, and effective way to live healthier and it only takes 10 minutes a day 3 – 5 days a week to achieve measurable results!

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Reiki- An Ancient Healing Art

April 22nd, 2010

Reiki, pronounced “ray-key” is a Japanese word that means universal life force energy. This universal life force energy is all around us. All living things are composed of this energy.  A reiki practitioner focuses the universal life force energy on a person’s body using specific hand positions. The client is fully clothed and should wear loose comfortable clothing. Reiki’s gentle, relaxing energy can be used to promote healing and balance of the body’s energies, relieve stress and fatigue, and help with emotional issues. Reiki permeates all levels of one’s being – restoring “wholeness” to Mind, Body and Spirit. One of Reiki’s many principles is to respect the oneness of all life.

Reiki is an ancient healing art that is a gentle, non-invasive, natural treatment method. Its origins are ancient Tibetan; it was rediscovered in the late 1800s by Japanese educator Dr. Mikao Usui.  It has no religious affiliation and requires no special belief system or ability to be effective. Reiki works on all levels (physical, spiritual, mental and emotional) and compliments and enhances all other treatment methods.

Reiki is a technique that addresses both chronic and acute conditions, gently and powerfully promoting the normal regenerative processes of the body and mind as well as harmony among all the body’s systems. Medical research has focused on Reiki’s effects rather than » Read more: Reiki- An Ancient Healing Art

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Detoxification with Whole Body Vibration

April 21st, 2010

Whole body vibration training does more than just build strength or increase metabolism. It also detoxifies your internal organs and cells. As your metabolism increases, cells begin to function better again and they start to expel accumulated wastes and toxins. This waste gets deposited into the blood stream and then » Read more: Detoxification with Whole Body Vibration

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Adding Whole Body Vibration to your Life

April 13th, 2010

The benefits of Whole Body Vibration (WBV) are widespread over the web and almost everywhere.  This type of fitness equipment can make getting in shape easier than ever.

Whole body vibration machines move in different planes and depending upon which plane the vibration plate or user moves in, determines the type of effects on the body. There are three planes that whole body vibration machines move in. The first is strictly up and down (also called lineal or vertical movement), the second is called pivotal (see-saw or teeter-totter), and the third way of movement is called elliptical (more horizontal and less vertical motion).

Vibration platforms are scientifically calibrated to produce precise vibrations at a set amplitude (vertical displacement) and frequency (platform speed). When the user stands on the platform, the vibration energy is » Read more: Adding Whole Body Vibration to your Life

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Eating Healthy with Fruits and Vegetables

April 6th, 2010

Many studies have shown that a diet rich in fruits and vegetables lowers the risk of certain cancers, heart disease and other chronic diseases and conditions. One reason for the recommendation that everyone increase their consumption of fruits and vegetables is that many of these foods have been shown to have strong antioxidant qualities.

Many fruits and vegetables have high amounts of many antioxidant vitamins, including vitamin A, vitamin E and vitamin C. In addition to their importance as source of vitamins and minerals, fruits and vegetables also provide essential dietary fiber.  In addition to vitamin C, oranges, grapefruits and other citrus fruits also contain significant amounts of fiber. Fiber plays an important role in digestion, and it is thought to have protective qualities against heart disease and some forms of cancer.  Plus, fiber is thought to have the ability to lower high levels of cholesterol in the blood.

Another great feature of fruits and vegetables, especially to those watching their weight » Read more: Eating Healthy with Fruits and Vegetables

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Why Chiropractors are getting into Whole Body Vibration

April 1st, 2010

Over a hundred years ago, Chiropractic doctors were the originators of wellness and healthy living. Practicing included and still does contain so much more than just giving adjustments. It includes helping patients to engage in healthy alternatives and making their participation in a wellness life style an easier choice.

It is common knowledge that the benefits of exercise are multifold. The amazing part of WBV is » Read more: Why Chiropractors are getting into Whole Body Vibration

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