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When is the best time to get the flu vaccine? If you answered now, you are correct. October begins the cold and flu season as the weather outside starts to get cold. It can last until March or even sometimes as late as May. Each year, it is important to be prepared and protect you and your family from getting the flu. It is especially important for adults 65 years of age and older, people living in nursing homes or long-term care facilities and those who are at high risk for flu-related complications. The cold and the flu are similar, yet they are two different conditions. They are both caused by viruses that are contagious. The cold is often mild, starts slow, and can last longer. The flu (influenza) is often much more severe and appears very suddenly but does not last long. There are several things you can do to protect against getting sick. You may still get a cold and the flu, but these tips can help prevent or lessen your symptoms. • Wash your hands often. This can help stop germs from spreading. • Eat healthy, be active, and get enough sleep. These help to boost your immune system and keep your body strong.
• Cough and sneeze into your elbow. Think about all the germs you spread if you use your hands. • Use antibacterial products to clean surfaces. These products help to disinfect germs and should be used throughout your home. Common areas are tables and countertops. Do not forget to clean door handles, light switches, and your child’s toys. • Stay home when you are sick. You can be contagious before you have symptoms and after you start to feel better. Avoid places where you may spread the virus. Stay away from people at risk. Try to avoid young children and babies, pregnant women, people age 65 or older, and anyone with a chronic condition, such as asthma. People in these groups are at higher risk for flu-related complications. The best way to protect against the flu is to get the seasonal influenza vaccine. People 6 months of age or older should get the flu vaccine. This is by recommendation of the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The flu vaccine is especially important for people who are at high risk for
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Could your golf game be hazardous to your health? By Dr. Brent Taylor Premier Dermatology and Mohs Surgery of Atlanta I recently had a conversation with a patient about tick-borne illnesses, and our discussion reminded me of an interesting study that Iearned about in medical school – a tale that ended with the warning “don’t go into the rough.” If you haven’t heard of it, ehrlichiosisis is one of numerous diseases that ticks carry and that humans can catch when ticks bite them, but this disease was not always so well known. The year is 1993, and four men who lived in a golf-oriented retirement community in Tennessee were hospitalized with fever, headache, vomiting and abdominal pain. Blood tests revealed abnormally low white blood cell counts, low platelets, as well as inflammation of the liver. Two of these men ended up in the intensive care unit. An astute physician ordered a test for ehrlichiosis, and all four men tested positive for this illness. This outbreak prompted the physician to assign several residents and medical students (aka “underlings”) to tramp through the woods and go door to door in this golf community gathering information about other people who might be infected. People were asked for blood samples and patients admitted to the local hospital with fever of unknown origin also had their blood tested. An “environmental survey” was conducted of local animals to identify ticks and the diseases that they carried. As the results came in, a picture began to emerge. Most of the patients
were golfers. There was a trend towards higher rates of infection in people who golfed more often. But, compellingly, it was only the bad golfers – those who averaged high scores – who seemed to be getting infected. Dr. Taylor What could be causing the bad golfers to be infected while the good golfers remained healthy? Are their immune systems, like their golf swings, simply superior to those of the bad golfers? Is charisma a factor? No, it turned out that the single factor that was most strongly associated with ehrlichiosis infection was retrieving a golf ball that was hit off the golf course instead of using a new ball. And bad golfers hit the golf ball in the rough or in the woods more often than the good golfers. In fact, golfers who retrieved their balls from the woods were 270% more likely to be infected than those who simply used a new ball. The case was cracked and the lesson was clear – don’t go into the rough. Or, if you do, use a lot of insect repellant. This tick season, remember to protect yourself. If you know a golfer, warn him or her about ehrlichiosis. And if you or a loved one has a spot worrisome for skin cancer, a complaint of varicose veins or swelling in the legs, or any other dermatologic complaint, please consider Dr. Brent Taylor of Premier Dermatology and Mohs Surgery of Atlanta for your skin care needs.
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Need dry eye relief? More than 25 million Americans suffer from dry eye, a chronic, progressive disease that can cause tired, uncomfortable eyes, and blurred or fluctuating vision. In moderate to severe cases, it affects quality of life by Stuart making it too difficult to Newman, M.D. keep the eyes open long enough to read, drive, watch a movie, or look at a computer. Dr. Stuart Newman, a board certified ophthalmologist at Thomas Eye Group in Roswell, specializes in dry eye treatment and offers new treatment options that help provide relief to dry eye sufferers. Dr. Newman leads Thomas Eye Group’s Dry Eye Center of Excellence providing patients with state-of-the-art diagnostic testing and management of dry eye. “Having dealt with dry eye myself, I understand my patients’ struggles and enjoy helping them find the perfect solution for their dry eye issue,” says Dr. Newman. Treatment for dry eye has to be
individualized depending on type of dry eye and severity. One of the new in-office treatment options that Dr. Newman offers for blepharitis is the BlephEx™ procedure. BlephEx eliminates the scurf, bacterial debris, and biofilm that builds up along the lid margin and improves the overall health of the eyelid. Treatments are typically repeated every 4-6 months depending on the severity of the disease. Patients can then begin to produce more of their own tears and reduce or eliminate the chronic and irritating symptoms associated with blepharitis and its subsequent dry eye disease. In addition to BlephEx, Thomas Eye Group also offers BBL, Broad Band Light, as a treatment for Blepharitis induced dry eye. In addition to the BlephEx™ procedure, we are excited to offer a new and innovative procedure called LipiFlow. Dry eye is most commonly caused by MGD (Meibomian Gland Dysfunction) and the LipiFlow Thermal Pulsation System is a revolutionary way to treat MGD, not just the symptoms. Dr. Newman will evaluate your symptoms, tear film and gland function to determine the underly-
ing cause of your dry eye symptoms and determine which treatment option is ideal for you. If your eyes are tired and you have symptoms of redness, burning, itching, matting, crusting of lashes, light sensitivity and even watering of the eyes, please contact Thomas Eye Group at
770-475-5515 to schedule an appointment. The Roswell office of Thomas Eye Group is located across from North Fulton Hospital at 11690 Alpharetta Highway. The doctors include Larry Heit, M.D.; Stuart Newman, M.D.; Stephen Lipsky, M.D.; David Sackel, M.D.; and Nhora Abril, O.D.
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Gaining control over your fitness and your life
For many people, aging equals lower metabolism, weight gain and less energy for activities you enjoy. This is directly related to loss of lean muscle. While you can’t avoid getting older, there are some steps you can take to stop the process of muscle loss and start rebuilding healthy, lean muscle. It doesn’t matter how old you are or whether you haven’t exercised in years. You can still regain lean muscle that improves your shape and increases your metabolism. Our downfall is inactivity. Too much sitting is the new smoking. Our bodies were meant to be active, stay active and be strong. When we stop doing meaningful exercise, we lose ground. What is meaningful exercise? A critical component of stimulating the improvements we seek from exercise is the achievement of momentary muscular failure in each exercise performed. With steady-state activities, like walking on a treadmill or biking, there is no momentary muscular failure involved. Unless activity is demanding, it is practically worthless from an exercise perspective. However, if an activity is sufficiently demanding to take the targeted muscles to momentary failure, then it qualifies as meaningful exercise. Muscle failure should be viewed as a means of signaling the body that it needs to get stronger in order to meet the demands being placed upon it. What is the SuperSlow Zone solution? The SuperSlow Zone protocol is the original and genuine slow-motion, personal strength training workout. The exercise protocol has been proven successful in both building muscle and increasing resting metabolism, thus allowing the body to burn more calories at rest. SuperSlow Zone provides a safe and effective workout in a short amount of time so that you can get in, get out, and get on with your busy life!
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Successful orthodontic treatment is a partnership between the orthodontist and the patient. The doctor and staff are dedicated to achieving the best possible result for each patient. As a general rule, informed and cooperative patients can achieve excellent orthodontic results. While recognizing the benefits of a beautiful healthy smile, patients should also know that, as with all healing arts, orthodontic treatment has limitations and potential results. These are seldom serious enough to indicate that the patient should not have treatment. However, all patients should seriously consider the option of no orthodontic treatment at all by accepting their present oral condition. Alternatives to orthodontic treatment vary with each individual’s specific problems, and prosthetic solutions or limited orthodontic treatment may be considerations. The patient should discuss alternatives with the orthodontist prior to beginning treatment. Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics is the dental specialty that includes the diagnosis, prevention, interception and correction of malocclusion, as well as neuromuscular and
skeletal abnormalities of the developing or mature orofacial structures. An orthodontist is a dental specialist who has completed at least two years of additional graduate training in orthodontics at an accredited program after graduating from dental school. Orthodontic treatment usually proceeds as planned, and we intend to do everything possible to achieve the best results for every patient. The success of treatment depends on the patient’s cooperation in keeping appointments, maintaining good oral hygiene, avoiding loose and broken braces, and following the orthodontist’s instructions carefully. The length of treatment depends on a number of issues, including the severity of the problem, the patient’s growth and the level of patient cooperation. The actual treatment time is usually close to the estimated treatment time, but treatment may be lengthened if, for example, unanticipated growth occurs or no growth occurs. Also, if there are habits affecting the dentofacial structures, or if periodontal problems occur or if patient cooperation is not adequate treatment times can be extended. Fortunately, the risks and limitations of orthodontic treatments are minimal compared to the amazing results that can be achieved. So remember, you are never fully dressed without a smile!
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A beautiful smile can be yours too Dr. David Remaley Everyone wants a smile makeover! When you see all those beautiful smiles on the TV or in the movies, maybe you wonder if those perfect teeth are real. They are not. Dr. Remaley
Celebrities Teeth Before And After Veneers and Crowns Most celebrities enhance their looks with cosmetic dentistry, they do aim for the Hollywood smile! But which celebrity has the most shocking teeth makeover? These before and after pictures do not lie. Some of them needed porcelain veneers, or dental implants or crowns. Both treatments, cosmetic dentistry, and implants can be combined. These celebrities before and after veneers picture gallery will show you the aesthetic improvement in celebrities looks. They changed their smile because they are reaching for success. A white smile can help bring better work opportunities, enhance your self-confidence, and improve your overall appearance See some celebrity makeovers below. Jennifer Garner’s Teeth Jenifer Garner’s veneers look amazing. She had a subtle smile makeover. Mrs. Garner teeth are beautifully designed and cover all front view of the mouth. Probably she had some gum contouring surgery as well. Which is very simple and can be performed during the preparation of the porcelain veneers. Celine Dion’s Teeth Celine Dion’s bad teeth are part of the past. She had major dental work done, she is a very good example of an extreme mouth makeover. She probably has some porcelain crowns instead of veneers. Her canines were probably the major challenge in this case. She looks amazing and younger. Katie Holmes Teeth We all know Katie Holmes smile is beautiful. She is super talented, unfortunately, her original teeth had to be changed if she wanted to be part of the Hollywood glamour. She had an extreme smile makeover with probably a mix of porcelain crowns ad veneers and now she has a beautiful Hollywood smile. With this combination of cosmetic dentistry of veneers and crowns, we can create the new smile dental makeover you need.
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Katie Holmes teeth before and after veneers Roswell Dental Care was recently designated the ”BEST OF THE BEST” Dental Practice in North Atlanta by Appen Newspaper for 2017. We have been serving and treating patients in Roswell and the North Atlanta area for over 30 years. As your cosmetic and family dentist, Dr Remaley gives your comfort and peace of mind top priority. We offer a comprehensive list of general, restorative and cosmetic dental services designed to meet the needs of the entire family He will thoroughly explain all your options during your private consultation. We will assure you feel confident in the solution you choose before beginning any treatment. For enhanced comfort during treatment we offer conscious sedation including FREE nitrous oxide for anxious patients. You can rest assured that your experience will be positive, relaxing, and rewarding on many levels. We offer a COMPLIMENTARY smile makeover consultation. Give our office a call at (470) 375-9244 to discuss the smile you have always wanted.
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What if I told you that you could take just one vitamin which has been shown to boost the immune system, kill cancer cells, and improve wound healing, among many other benefits? Vitamin C does much more than prevent scurvy! The wonderful thing about vitamin C is that it is a very safe and effective nutrient, meaning that it is typically well-tolStegall erated and also compatible with many other substances. Natural sources of vitamin C include citrus fruits and cruciferous vegetables, but a high quality oral supplement is
advised in order to reach the levels needed to benefit from its antioxidant and immune-building properties. However, one should use caution as excessive dosing can cause cramping, bloating, and diarrhea. In my protocols, I typically include it in intravenous (IV) form as well for higher dosing and better absorption than with supplements alone. I have found that it is an outstanding cancer treatment, due to its documented cancer cell killing effect while not harming healthy cells. In addition, it has a proven synergy with many chemotherapy agents. Finally, it is also effective in stimulating the immune system when illness or infection are brewing. Vitamin C truly is an outstanding vitamin, and is part of all of my integrative cancer treatment protocols.
Why won’t my ankle sprain heal? By Suneel K. Basra, DPM, FACFAS (NAPSI)—As a foot and ankle surgeon, I often hear “It’s just a sprain, no big deal.” Sometimes, however, a sprain can be, or become, serious. Sprained ankles are painful and can temporarily limit a patient’s ability to walk normally, so accurate diagnosis and treatment are necessary for proper healing. When a foot and ankle surgeon examines your ankle, he or she can
determine the location and severity of the sprain, if the ligament is partially or fully torn, and if there is a broken bone or dislocation of the joint. All this affects treatment and recovery. A bone typically heals in six to eight weeks; a ligament sprain can take three to six months. Most ankle injuries—roughly 80 percent—require no surgical intervention. If just the outer ligament is injured, we can typically reduce pain and swelling with a combination of ice, wraps
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and rest to lessen the chance of further tearing of the ligament. The other 20 percent of patients might not have sought immediate care, and what began as a less severe sprain may have turned more severe, possibly requirDr. Basra ing surgery. Sprains not adequately rehabilitated or repeat injuries can cause chronic ankle instability—marked by persistent discomfort and a giving way of the ankle from stretched or torn ligaments. Proper rehabilitation and treatment can strengthen the muscles around the ankle and retrain the tissues within the ankle that affect balance to help prevent further sprains or injuries. Surgery is sometimes also needed. For more information or to find a foot and ankle surgeon near you, visit www. FootHealthFacts.org, the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons’ patient education website. Dr. Basra is a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon and Fellow Member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.
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How to train for a marathon through changing weather seasons By Dr. Alonzo Sexton Training for a marathon is an adaptive process. As a newcomer you are trying to adapt your body to allow you to complete the very difficult task of running 26.2 miles. The two most important pieces of advice I give people is: Plan ahead and give yourself enough time to train. For a newbie I recommend at least 5 months of gradual training to lower the chance for injury. The type of injuries that will derail your goal are overuse injuries which occur when your body performs activities it is not accustomed to. These include muscle sprains, stress fractures, and tendinitis. Listen to your body. Your body will speak to you if there is a problem. Paying attention to warning signs such as persistent pain after running, swelling, warmth and need for anti-inflammatory may help to prevent prolonged downtime. If you give yourself enough time to train, the need for rest and recovery will be including in the training program. Hydration is important to keep body temperature down and being selective about running times. Running early in the morning or in the evening is always the best strategy to avoid the extreme heat of Georgia in the summer. In addition to adapting to the distances needed to complete a marathon, one has to adapt to the heat as well.
Again with gradual increase of exposure to higher temperatures the human body is able to tolerate longer and longer periods in the sun. I like to tell people to gradually increase exercise time in the sun over a 5 day period. In general, if you have trained properly, the actual race day will require less recuperation time. Hydration and diet are both important to recovery however. It is not uncommon to be dehydrated after a race particularly in the summer. It is therefore critical to make sure that you properly rehydrate. A good guide to your hydration status is the color of your urine. Darker urine is suggestive that you are dehydrated and need to replenish fluids. There are a number of recommendations for food types to consume after exercise to stimulate muscle recovery, but the bottom line is a good balanced diet involving multiple food groups can help with returning you to pre-race condition. Dr. Alonzo Sexton is a member of the Northside Hospital Sports Medicine Network with offices in Atlanta, Alpharetta and Forsyth. He is board-certified in orthopedic surgery, and specializes in the operative and non-operative treatment of sports injuries and musculoskeletal disorders, serving each patient with personalized care and the latest treatment modalities in sports medicine.
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Laser Therapy comes to Johns Creek Class IV Laser Therapy is the most advanced pain relief technology available to the public and it’s now available right here in Johns Creek. Laser therapy uses a process called photo-bio-modulation to enhance your body’s ability to heal itself. Laser Therapy works by flooding the tissues with photons, energizing the damaged cells and increasing circulation to the painful area. Treatments are fast, painless and don’t require any down time but the therapeutic effect continues to soothe and heal long after you leave the office. Laser Therapy is FDA cleared to treat pain, inflammation, arthritis, and muscle spasms and are a great alternative to medications and injections. Laser Therapy can treat a host of conditions including rotator cuff injuries, post operative pain and soreness (for any surgery), frozen shoulder, Achilles tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, neck pain, muscle strains, low back pain, migraines, and can even be used to relieve pain associated with diabetic neuropathy. Johns Creek Physical Therapy is the only medical practice in the area to offer Laser Therapy technology. “In the fourteen months we’ve had the Laser, I am constantly amazed at what it does for our patients,” says Marc Stewart, PT, owner at Johns Creek Physical Therapy. If you are experiencing any type of pain, Call 770-6225344 to schedule your Free Consultation. Johns Creek Physical Therapy 4060 Johns Creek Parkway, Suite H Suwanee, GA 30024 770-622-5344 PAID ADVERTISEMENT
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Fall is in the air and this is one of the best times of year to enjoy life. But often times low back pain can get in the way. Low Back Pain is the number one cause of disability in the world and affects millions of people every year. Back pain can keep you from your favorite activities and completely ruin your day. Many times back pain can turn into sciatica. Sciatica is the term given to pain that travels down the back of the leg along the path of the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve runs all the way down the back of the leg into the foot. Back pain and sciatica can simply be debilitating. It can be brought on from a variety of things like sitting, walking, standing, or doing simple everyday activities.
At the workshop you will learn the TOP THREE common causes of Lower Back Pain and Sciatica. If you are having this type of pain you won’t want to miss the Free Back Pain and Sciatica Workshop on Saturday, September 22, 2018 at 10:00 am hosted by Johns Creek Physical Therapy. At the workshop you will learn the TOP THREE common causes of Lower Back Pain and Sciatica. You will also learn how you can deal with each condition using natural treatment methods without medications or injections. This very simple treatment can help you get rid of your symptoms once and for all. Perhaps you have already had an x-ray or an MRI and you’ve been told that
those findings explain why you are having back pain? We will show you that those tests are not always accurate and may have nothing to do with why your back is actually hurting. Physical Therapist Marc Stewart has traveled all over the US and trained with some of the best Physical Therapists around. He brings that knowledge, training, and a staff with over 37 years of experience and shares this knowledge at the Back Pain Workshop. Don’t let back pain ruin your life! If you have back pain or sciatica don’t miss this FREE workshop Saturday, September 22, 2018 at 10:00 am. Register today at johnscreekpt.com or call 770-622-5344 Johns Creek Physical Therapy 4060 Johns Creek Pkwy,, Ste. H Suwanee, GA 30024 770-622-5344
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Dental insurance — Use it or lose it By Dr. Ushma Patel, D.M.D and Dr. Brittany Corbett, D.D.S Center For Advanced Dentistry
Arbor Terrace of Johns Creek offers exemplary Memory Care Arbor Terrace of Johns Creek uses Teepa Snow’s trademarked Gem Programming, Positive Personal Approach and other techniques in caring for residents with a dementia challenge. This approach helps families relate to their loved one in a meaningful, engaging way. They offer personal appointments and tours for families to come and learn more about the Arbor Advantage and their 60-day guarantee of satisfaction. This exemplary resort-style community offers beautiful apartments for Seniors at every stage of their care needs. They have several floorplans for Assisted Living and in their Bridges neigh-
borhood. Families love Bridges higher engagement activities designed for early cognitive challenges. Their Evergreen Memory Care Neighborhood is available for when higher care is needed on their dementia journey. They also offer a furnished suite when needed. Families can now focus on the relationship with their loved one in a less stressful manner and begin to feel the peace of mind that comes from knowing their loved ones are exceptionally cared for by a well trained caring team of professionals. Call Arbor Terrace of Johns Creek at 770-676-2410 to schedule a personal tour.
At the end of every calendar year, patients tell us they have gotten busy with work, school and holiday activities and have simply run out of time. They haven’t scheduled necessary dental treatment for themselves or their family and haven’t used their entire dental insurance benefit. Those benefits will not roll over to the next year and that means you are wasting your insurance payments. Bottom line: When it comes to dental insurance benefits, USE IT OR LOSE IT! Unlike medical insurance, dental insurance and dental plans provide you with a specific dollar amount to spend on your care each year. This means you may have dental dollars that will disappear if your plan, like many, renews in January! Dr. Patel advises, “It’s always smart to try to maximize dental insurance coverage this year so that next year’s benefits can be used for any
unexpected treatment that may arise.” Additionally, many plans will reset in January and that means you will again be required to pay 100% of your annual insurance deductible before your insurance company pays any dental benefits. We’re halfway through the year so we have time to schedule the treatment you need. Now is the perfect time to achieve the smile you’ve always wanted and avoid the holiday rush! REMEMBER: DENTAL HEALTH IMPACTS REGULAR HEALTH. You may be surprised to learn that unhealthy teeth can contribute to disease such as heart disease, diabetes, osteoporosis and infection of the heart lining. Sleep apnea, a condition where you stop breathing repeatedly during the night, increases your risk of stroke, high blood pressure and heart disease. Contact our office at 678-8947926 or visit our website: www. HiTechSmiles.com , and together let’s make sure you are in excellent dental health and getting the full value of your insurance.
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The Memory Center Atlanta The Memory Center Atlanta is the Southeast Region’s most unique, allinclusive, residential memory care community for people living with Alzheimer’s and any other form of dementia. A diagnosis of dementia does not mean that you cannot keep many aspects of your current lifestyle. It simply means you may need assistance maintaining that lifestyle. At The Memory Center Atlanta, we strive to ensure you truly live with us. Daily activities include Music, Dancing, Local Entertainment, Outings, Art Therapy, Pet Therapy, Religious Services and more. Enjoy a drink in the Chattahoochee Tavern, grab a movie in the Fox Theater or enjoy an ice cream cone at the Bull Dog Café. All residents experience socialization and activities and
those who need 24/7 medical care will benefit from the care provided at The Memory Center Atlanta. We are proud to have Dr. Gary Figiel, M.D., a locally and nationally renowned expert in the field of geriatric healthcare, as the Medical Director. Dr. Figiel works with our team of Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants to provide 24/7 care within the comfort of your loved one’s new home. Don’t let a crisis determine where your loved one can receive care. Deciding on memory care early enough, will allow your loved one the opportunity to have the best quality of life and that decision is priceless. Schedule a tour of The Memory Center Atlanta and learn more about how our entire team works together to provide a seamless transition
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The new strong Gaining control over your fitness and your life For many people, aging equals lower metabolism, weight gain and less energy for activities you enjoy. This is directly related to loss of lean muscle. While you can’t avoid getting older, there are some steps you can take to stop the process of muscle loss and start rebuilding healthy, lean muscle. It doesn’t matter how old you are or whether you haven’t exercised in years. You can still regain lean muscle that improves your shape and increases your metabolism. Our downfall is inactivity. Too much sitting is the new smoking. Our bodies were meant to be active, stay active and be strong. When we stop doing meaningful exercise, we lose ground. What is meaningful exercise? A critical component of stimulating the improvements we seek from exercise is the achievement of momentary muscular failure in each exercise performed. With steady-state activities, like walking on a treadmill
or biking, there is no momentary muscular failure involved. Unless activity is demanding, it is practically worthless from an exercise perspective. However, if an activity is sufficiently demanding to take the targeted muscles to momentary failure, then it qualifies as meaningful exercise. Muscle failure should be viewed as a means of signaling the body that it needs to get stronger in order to meet the demands being placed upon it. What is the SuperSlow Zone solution? The SuperSlow Zone protocol is the original and genuine slow-motion, personal strength training workout. The exercise protocol has been proven successful in both building muscle and increasing resting metabolism, thus allowing the body to burn more calories at rest. SuperSlow Zone provides a safe and effective workout in a short amount of time so that you can get in, get out, and get on with your busy life!
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