Being that I've quit smoking for over 8 months now which is still kind of recent I figure I could offer up some good infomration on the dnagers of smoking as a well as tips from personal experience. Hey maybe even my story of quitting will inspire just one person to quit too. Among the many reasons to quit smoking is the nictoine addiction. smokers have to have a cigarette because the body is telling them to do so. Lung cancer and heart disease are caused primarily by smoking. Also cigarette smoke contains many poisons such as cyanide and carbon monoxide. It makes you smells like butts everywhere you go, yellows the teeth, and wrinkles the skin. Smoking also can lead to chronic bronchitis as well as emphysema which is irreversible. In addition to all this smoking also weakens one's immune system leading to greater risk of disease and decreased athlectic performance. The price of cigarettes has also gone up which i think is good because it discourages smoking. Smoking also causes the build up of tar and plaque pon the lungs leading to everyone's favorite(not really) artheriosclerosis. Now for a few personal stories of why it is so bad. As a former smoker the things I didn't like included stinking like a nasty cigarette, coughing, hacking, and wheezing like an old person in public(not a good look), also not being able to breathe well or run up a flight of steps without being out of breath. Now that I've gone over 8 months with no smoking i've noticed dramatic changes. I can now breathe much better. It feels like my lungs are 2 times the size they were and I've resumed weight lifting and running in the gym regularly. Exercise amnd non smoking have made me feel much better. In addition to this I no longer have to worry about the stink and throwing away 10 bucks for a pack of cancer ssticks. So join me folks in the quest to continue non smoking, if you are a smoker you really need to quit because it's foul and if I can do it in a house of 3 smoker roomates that smoke and drink heavily daily, then you can too! Remember if you believe you can achieve!

The Health Benefits of Swimming

One of my favorite recreational activities is swimming. Swimming also happens to be a very good way to exercise. It involves the use of almost all the muscles required for movement, without the weight of your body pounding you with each move like when you are walking or running outside or on a track. When swimming one is submerged in water which has a resistance greater than air resistance, so that the muscles have to work harder. Also, if one swims regularly say 3 to 5 times a week, then it will build your muscle strength, endurance, and improve your cardiovascular fitness. The longer you swim, the more your endurance and speed will improve. Additionally, swimming is good for improving lung and ciruclatory system function.
It also is a good way to burn calories at about 3 calories a mile per pound of bodyweight and improves one’s ability to control and maintain a healthy weight.

There are other benefits to this activity besides the obvious physical ones. Some of the psychological benefits iclude helping one to develop a positive mental attitude and high selfesteem. It also promotes fitness and teaches one to strive for physical achievement. In fact, many professional athletes in various sports started out as swimmers and gained strength and coordination that helped them to excel. Swimming is also a good way to reduce stress and increase energy levels. So if you are looking for a fun. beneficial, and rewarding hobby this summer give swimming a try, you'll get a kick out of it!

Now that the warmer weather is fats approaching I have got a few tips for those seeking to get a tan and others like myself who enjoy spending time outdoors. The first tip I found is to try to stay out of the sun during peak exposure hours which are from 10 am to about 3 pm. Also, experts reccommend covering up with hats, sunglasses, and long sleeve shirts if possible. As far as sunblock SPF 45 is the best choice especially if one is very white and burns easil;y like myself. Sun block should also be applied numerous times throughout the day and espcially applied to the hard to reach areas like one's back, ears, neck, and espcially face. Laying out in the sun for the prupose of getting a tan is alos frowned upon by experts and supposedly a surefire way to catch a mean burn. Experts recommend that if one wants to get a tan then the best way to do it is sensibly and gradually so as not to crisp oneself the first time out. As we all know sunburns can lead to skin cancer, melanoma, heat and sun stroke, not to mention that a flakey and peely tan is just not a good look for anyone. So if you're going to be outside a lot this summer please use precautions folks, be safe and most of all have fun!

Myself, roomates, and friends will be enjoying the game down at the local pub Whip city brewery. This bar offers multiple flat screen TV's, delicious food, and also the dollar Bud Light draft. With 7 types of beer on tap and a lively atmosphere all are invited to join me if you enjoy college basketball and cold beer.

Today is wednesday february 4th and this evening my favorite college basketball team Syracuse is playing against West virginia. It should be a good one folks.