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Regular exercise is something that can benefit everyone. If you've never exercised before don't worry. We'll be sure to start you slow and work up gradually. The biggest mistake you can make is too much all at once. Fitness is something we do over a period of time. When in doubt think of the tortoise and the hare, the tortoise wins every time.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 35 ><NOBR><div> <IMG SRC="0c8271d0.gif" border=0 width="39" height="29" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> <I><B>Q: I don't want to build big muscles, should I lift weights?</B></I></div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 154 WIDTH="35"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="154" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="35" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="459"><div> A: Resistance training (lifting weights) is the most effect way to reduce body fat, strengthen joints, improve posture, and stimulate bone density. It is a common misconception that resistance training will give women large muscles. Building large muscles is something people do intentionally, it doesn't just happen. What will happen through a structured resistance training program is the creation of a leaner more sculpted body. Remember, as we reduce the fat stores around our body, it's the muscle underneath that gives us the shape and curves you're looking for.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 35 ><NOBR><div> <IMG SRC="0c8271d0.gif" border=0 width="39" height="29" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> <I><B>Q: Will someone show me how to use the equipment?</B></I></div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 135 WIDTH="35"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="135" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="35" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="459"><div> A: Absolutely! We have many different program options available at Fitness Heaven Plus. No matter what your membership will include a complete equipment orientation. This orientation gives you a program card which lists all the exercises you are supposed to. This includes a resistance training program, a complete stretching routine, and a cardiovascular program. All our programs are designed to reduce body fat, and improve total body strength.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 35 ><NOBR><div> <IMG SRC="0c8271d0.gif" border=0 width="39" height="29" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="459"><div> <I><B>Q: How do your membership plans work?</B></I></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 135 WIDTH="35"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="135" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="35" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="459"><div> A: Getting started at Fitness Heaven Plus is very simple. We have a variety of membership packages. Our most popular packages operate on monthly payments for a 12 month time period.  We also have no-contract memberships that give you the freedom to stop whenever you like. Chances are we have a membership package to suit your specific needs. Simply give us a call and arrange a time to sit down with one of our new member engineers. </div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 77 ><NOBR><div> <IMG SRC="0c8271d0.gif" border=0 width="39" height="29" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="459"><div> <I><B>Q: My main goal is to build muscle.  I train each body part at least two times per week and at a really high intensity.  During the first 3 weeks I got great gains but since then it’s been all downhill, I’ve actually lost weight. What’s going on?</B></I></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 306 WIDTH="35"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="306" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="35" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="459"><div> A: It sounds to me like you’re overtraining.  For those individuals looking to generally improve their health levels, working the same body part several times a week is fine.  Typically they are not lifting extremely high amounts of weight, and are not generally over stressing their body.  When building muscle becomes your main concern, super intense workouts become the norm.  One of the most important aspects of high intensity training is sufficient rest.  You must give your muscles time to repair the damage done during the workout.  Some studies suggest that it can take up to 2 weeks for the exercised muscle to completely recuperate.  </div> <div> Now we’re not suggesting you wait 2 weeks, but 1 would be nice.  When most people start overtraining they try to compensate by working harder. Big mistake.  If you think you’ve been overtraining you may want to take a week off completely to let your body catch up.  After that, try doing a 4 or 5 day routine which lets you work each body part once a week giving about 7 days rest until the next workout.</div> <div> Try this for a few months and I’m pretty sure you’ll be very impressed.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 39 ><NOBR><div> <IMG SRC="0c8271d0.gif" border=0 width="39" height="29" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="459"><div> <I><B>Q: I’m 19 years old and have heard a lot about DHEA and muscle growth. What is it and how much should I use?</B></I></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 610 WIDTH="35"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="610" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="35" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="459"><div> A: At nineteen years of age the last thing you need to worry about is DHEA levels in your body.  You are probably producing more DHEA than you ever will at any other time of your life.  </div> <div> DHEA is just one of the many building blocks used by the body to manufacture testosterone.  DHEA levels start to decline somewhere between our mid to late 20’s.  The prime candidates for DHEA use are men over the age of 30.  Basically the older you are the more beneficial supplemental DHEA will be.  </div> <div> Generally, when you reintroduce DHEA into your body, which is probably already low in DHEA, your body can manufacture more testosterone.  Now don’t let the word testosterone scare you.  This hormone has a lot more to do with overall health than it does with bodybuilding.</div> <div> As men and women age (yes I said women) they naturally produce less testosterone.  This is one of the major reasons it becomes increasingly difficult to maintain muscle mass and keep body fat levels low. Testosterone is also a major link to estrogen production (the main female hormone).  Men who use DHEA can expect much faster recuperation times, and when training properly, increased lean muscle development and a reduction in body fat levels.</div> <div> Women who use DHEA are perhaps the luckiest of the bunch. Using DHEA will give the same benefits as the guys, increased muscle tone and reduced body fat levels, but it will also increase natural estrogen levels.  This is like a double punch against osteoporosis, without any of the many side effects associated with hormone replacement therapy.</div> <div> Now don’t mistake DHEA for the magic pill because it’s not.  It is however a very effective way to maintain more youthful hormonal levels when used in conjunction with an exercise program.  If you’re not exercising you can still use DHEA, but to truly improve your health you’ve got to work your body.</div> <div> A typical dosage is 25 mg to 50 mg per day.  A 1 month on, 3 - 4 week off cycle is a simple way to get started.  If you’re over thirty, you may want to give DHEA some serious thought, it may be the boost your training’s been looking for.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 39 ><NOBR><div> <IMG SRC="0c8271d0.gif" border=0 width="39" height="29" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="459"><div> <I><B>I’ve had some shoulder problems over the last few months.  It heals then relapses after a short period of training.  What can I do?</B></I></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 267 WIDTH="35"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="267" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="35" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="459"><div> A: Shoulder injuries are one of the most common types of injuries around.  I’ve first hand experience with them, so I know what a pain in the butt they can be.  Here are some tips that should help you alter your exercise program to prevent any further injuries.</div> <div> Be sure to stretch a lot.  Between every set and every exercise stretch, stretch, stretch!  The rule of thumb when exercising is simple. Try not to do any exercise that causes your hands to go behind your head. When your hands are in this position your shoulder is in a very unstable position.  Try an keep all your exercises right there in front of you.</div> <div> Last thing is to maintain constant control throughout the entire range of motion.  Any quick jerks or lack of concentration could cause your shoulder to relax, and leave you wide open for injury.  </div> <div> These are just some simple pointers that should help keep you out of trouble, and training for years to come.</div> </tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <bR> </td> </tr></table></body>