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• You’re a new mom, so busy with baby duties that you don’t have time for grown-up activities.

• You’ve recently relocated and don’t know how and where to meet people.

 • You’re so caught up with your career that you’ve lost touch with your friends or family.

We’ve all felt the painful effects of muscle tension. But don’t despair: these expert tips will help you avoid the causes and deal with muscle tension when it occurs. Read this article written by Nancy Christie, a professional health and wellness writer. Nancy, a motivational speaker and author is committed to helping women find ways to get out of ruts by developing new habits and thought discipline. Get to know more about Nancy at our beTeam page.

Tension in the Upper Body

Andrea Wilson, a physical therapist and certified Pilates Instructor with Methodist Sports Medicine—The Orthopedic Specialists in Indiana, listed some common postures that lead to tension in the neck, back, hips and arms.

What is the Best Exercise For Women?

Adding an exercise routine but do not know where to start or which type is best for you? Is it aerobic you need or muscular fitness? Maybe you health demands a stretching routine or you need to focus on core or balance training. Go no further, Nancy Christie, the beFit columnist makes it easy providing expert advice to help you narrow this down and get you started. Our beFit columnist, Nancy Christie, is a professional health and wellness writer, writes a column at thebeList.com every Friday to help you stay fit and active. Weekly, she provides the best exercise for women always adding exercise tips for losing weight. Learn more about Nancy at our beTeam page.

So let's get you get started or regular exercising with an enjoyable and beneficial routine. It sounds like a lot to add to an already busy schedule," said John Rowley, author of Climb Your Ladder of Success Without Running Out of Gas!: The Simple Truth on How to Revitalize Your Body and Ignite Your Energy for Lifelong Success. John is also the Wellness Director for the International Sports Science Association (ISSA). But the trick is to make your exercise routine part of your lifestyle. Just don’t overdo it, specially when it comes to cardio and weight-training, added Rowley. “If you are training pretty intensely, it is a good rule not to train more than two days in a row and then take a rest day.

This article is written by Nancy Christie, a professional health and wellness writer. Nancy, a motivational speaker and author is committed to helping women find ways to get out of ruts by developing new habits and thought discipline. Get to know more about Nancy at our beTeam page.

LET'S FIND THE TRAINER THAT IS RIGHT FOR YOU

Whether you’re a newbie exerciser or just adding a new-to-you exercise to your fitness routine, a professional fitness trainer can help you get the maximum benefits from your workout. But be sure to do your homework before you sign on the dotted line.
Check qualifications. Is the trainer certified through a National Commission of Certifying Agencies (NCCA) approved body: the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and the American Council on Exercise (ACE)?  “Then consider any additional education or experience he/she may hold such as advanced qualifications or specializations that are specific to your goal,” said California-based certified personal trainer Erin Malone, MA, CES, PES and NASM’s Manager of Training and Development.  Evaluate the training style. You want your trainer to be passionate about the profession. “Otherwise, you won’t get the full effect of the education and background,” said John Rowley, Certified Fitness Trainer and Wellness Director for the International Sports Science Association (ISSA) in California. Watch a few sessions. Are they “boot-camp” intense, low-key and fun, or a mix of both? Is the trainer impatient or encouraging?