Strength Training Exercises without Weights

Strength training exercises helps keep muscles toned and bones healthy. Not all strength training requires weights, however. Here are several exercises you can do using just your own body weight.

• Pushups
• Situps
• Squats
• Lunges
• Leg Lifts
• Dips
• Calf Raises

Unknown Super Food You Should be Eating

You've heard about the health benefits of whole grains, pomegranates, blueberries, acai berries, spinach, and omega 3 fatty acids. But what about these super foods?


Dandelions
Yep, this "weed" is bursting with vitamin A and calcium. It's also high in iron, vitamin C, potassium, and folate. Add 1 cup of dandelion greens to your salad, and get plenty of nutrients that are low in calories and high in fiber.

Seaweed
Seaweed is rich in iodine, iron, calcium, potassium, and vitamin A. In fact, certain types of seaweed have 10 times more calcium than milk, and four times more iron than beef! Seaweed is great in sushi wraps, or use kelp in lieu of salt.

Avocados
If you've heard that avocados are high in fat, you're right. But it's good, healthy unsaturated fat, the kind that is critical to the growth and development of the nervous system and brain. This type of healthy fat also helps the body absorb important nutrients.

Prunes
Besides helping to keep you regular, prunes have plenty of potassium which can help keep your blood pressure down.

How-to Get Better Sleep

Adequate sleep is essential to good health. If you're not sleeping well or getting enough shut eye, you've probably noticed you're more irritable, can't concentrate as well, and feel tired all the time. What can you do to catch some zzzzs? Try these five tips.

Get Regular Exercise. In addition to relieving stress, exercise releases important chemicals that can help you get a better night's sleep.

Stop Snacking. Don't eat or drink caffeine for up to four hours before bedtime. Your digestive system will thank you.

Clean. If you go to bed and feel stuffed up, you could have allergies to dust mites. Clean your bedding at least once a week, and invest in allergen free mattress and pillow casings.

Darkness. If you toss and turn at night, it could be that your room is too light. If streetlights or moonlight is causing you unrest, try dark curtains.

Coolness. While sleeping, your body temperature drops. You will be more comfortable and rest better in a cool room.

Ten Springtime Fitness Activities

Once the weather warms and the cold winter days are over, people are eager to get outside. Outdoor exercise is a great way to enjoy the springtime sunshine. Here are ten outdoor activities that will get your heart pumping and your body in shape.

• Bicycling
• Walking
• Jogging
• Rollerblading
• Mowing the lawn
• Gardening
• Walking the dog
• Softball
• Frisbee
• Soccer