Posted by admin | Posted in Men's Health | Posted on 02-04-2011
Pseudogynecomastia is a medical condition in male humans. It is the development of female-like breast enlargement. Although it may seem humorous to some, those who suffer are not amused. This condition differs from gynecomastia which results from a hormonal imbalance. When breast prominence is due solely to excessive adipose or chest fat, it is termed pseudocomastia – man boobs.
This type of man boobs is caused by obesity. Heredity may be a factor if fatty tissue develops disproportionately in the chest area, but the main cause for pseudogynecomastia is environmental – life style choices. If the embarrassment quotient has risen to your personal level of intolerance, perhaps it’s time for action. Lose your man boobs now.
OK, how do you know if you have gynecomastia or pseudogynecomastia? If you have the physical symptoms, then a blood sample will confirm a hormonal imbalance. Your doctor will be able to confirm which condition exists. No hormonal imbalance, then pseudogynecomastia.
What are the treatment options?
Weight loss can dramatically reduce breast prominence. However, it is difficult to target body areas for weight loss either with diet or exercise. The wrong exercises can actually increase breast prominence.
As a side note: here is a fine example of the medical insurance companies in action – many American insurance companies deny coverage for surgery for pseudogynecomastia treatment on the grounds that it is a cosmetic procedure.
The medical establishment offers two treatment options:
Surgery, liposuction for fatty tissue removal Pharmaceutical medication for weight loss.
As a proponent of natural health treatment methods, I can not recommend either treatment strategy from the medical establishment. There are less costly strategies which are not dangerous, invasive, surgery; or artificial, manipulative, pharmaceutical products. However, if you are taking some pharmaceutical products for other health issues, then I suggest that you investigate alternative medicines (with your doctor) as weight gain may be a side-effect of your current medication.
There are natural treatment strategies for pseudogynecomastia:
natural herbal supplement treatments all natural exercise and diet programs.
Remember the cause of the condition known as pseudogynecomastia is obesity. A successful treatment and prevention strategy must include a weight loss component which not only reduces your weight but teaches you a life style which will keep the weight off.
Posted by admin | Posted in General | Posted on 30-03-2011
Working out a home is both a convenient and economical way to get into shape. Gone are the days of couch potatoes dancing to the oldies: high intensity workouts are available for men using the science of the body as the only equipment needed.
Power 90 Boot Camp
The Power 90 workout is hosted by Tony Horton and this program is recommended for those men who are just starting out on the fitness journey. This program comes with a sculpting band and a series of six workouts that are geared toward targeting specific body areas for maximum toning and fat burning results in 30 minute workouts. The workouts include: cardio, abs and sculpting workouts.
Following the program results in weight loss and overall fitness, and can easily be done in a living room.
P90X
The P90X at home workout program is another great program that will push men to their limits. This is a 90 day system which requires an additional month of commitment over the Insanity program, but the results are dramatic and well worth the effort.
The P90X combines strength training with cardio, either yoga, plyometrics and kenpo movements. The routines are mixed up after the first few weeks in order to intensify the workouts and to keep things fresh and interesting.
Tony Horton is the taskmaster for this customizable program. Depending on what your end goal is, the P90X system allows you to mix and match the workouts to achieve weight loss, sculpting or overall fitness. The workouts are intense, but the results are dramatic.
Insanity
Shaun T is the trainer who takes home workouts to the next level with arguably the hardest at home workout series. With a program that encompasses 60 days of grueling workouts on 10 DVDs and each workout lasting 40 minutes, this program is not for the weak willed. The Insanity program also includes a fitness guide, nutrition guide and fitness tracker.
The key to success with the Insanity program is performing each exercise to the maximum of your ability. Series of high intensity exercises are followed by short bursts of moderate level exercises, with short drink breaks scattered throughout. The program utilizes a variety of cardio, plyometrics, drills, resistance and core exercises for a total body workout. The lack of required additional equipment makes this the perfect workout for a home, or home gym.
Posted by admin | Posted in Fitness | Posted on 26-06-2010
When buying a trainer it’s important to first figure out what you want, and
what features will be most beneficial to your workouts. The Octane
elliptical line has a large number of different trainers to suit a variety
of different needs, and their models are divided into home and gym. The
higher level trainers will be better suited to more serious exercisers,
while some of the lower end models offer many of the same benefits for
beginners.
Unlike most other fitness companies, Octane only makes elliptical trainers.
Many gyms use Octane trainers because they swear by their high level of
durability when being used by many different people each day. Octane
ellipticals are definitely one of the higher end fitness products, with the
price range being between $2199 and $3599.
Most of the Octane elliptical trainers are the same, with the only
noticeable difference being that the Q35 and Q45 don’t have the wireless
heart rate control. The Q35 has quick start, a quick change button so you
can alter your workout at any time, five different course options, a virtual
trainer to offer advice, and a cool down mode.
The Q35e has many of the same features as the Q35, including a quick start
option that remembers past workouts, a wireless heart rate monitor, varying
intensities, and a target for lower body areas.
The Q45 also closely resembles the Q35, but has additional features like
multi-grip handlebars, adjustable stride lengths to fit each user, and a
specific program for upper body workout.
The Q45e utilizes all of the above options but also has five heart rate
programs, a wireless heart rate monitor, and a cross-training program.
The Pro35 is a more advanced model with added bonuses not necessarily needed
for a workout, but more for comfort during the workout. The pedals are more
compact, and there is an accessory tray for water bottles and magazines.
The Pro350 offers things like 25 varying resistance levels, a heavier frame
for users up to 400 pounds, and digital heart rate sensors.
The Pro350XL has the highest number of features, with all of these things
plus a longer stride length and 30 resistance levels to offer variety and
challenge to any user.
