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Alternative Means of Transportation

The average cost for a gallon of gas is still flirting around with the $4 mark, being a college student that really hurts the limited budget. I just filled up my car this morning and I ended up pulling out of the gas station down $67.95. I drive a 4-cylinder turbocharged car which gets descent gas mileage (approx. 28 mpg highway and 20 mpg city) but really the only way to avoid these high gas prices are to cut out the use of automobiles altogether. Cut the use of automobiles out altogether? Yes I know, in reality that statement will never happen to the average individual. What we can do is limit the use of cars for transportation and I will explore options that will hinder us from pushing the pedal to the floor. Here are my personal Top5 means of transportation to avoid hitting the pump. 1.) Bicycle- Being a college student this seems to be the most efficient and popular way students get to and from class. Choose from a variety of bikes such as cruiser, bmx ...
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Teva Flip Flops for a Comfortable Walk

Most of us have experienced wearing uncomfortable shoes. I personally have these pair of flip flops that gave me a blister above my big toe where the strap rubs against the skin area. When I bought them they felt pretty comfortable, but later with time they started giving more problems; specially when walking around my school's campus. The arch of my right foot started hurting. I think that the same preferences we have when buying running shoes or walking shoes, we also need to have them for flip flops. There are some flip flops that have stiff straps that rub between your big toe and hurt when you walk. Also, most do not have an arch support for superior comfort when walking. Teva Flip Flops are known for being super comfortable. Their material is appropriate for the comfort and relaxation of your feet. Some are even customize to your foot's unique shape. Here are some suggestions on different Teva flip flops that can be of your taste: Teva Women's Mandalyn ...
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Walk Your Way to Fitness and Health

If you like to walk for fitness, choosing walking shoes should be high on your list of important things to do. The most important thing to know is that good shoes need to fit your feet comfortably and with total foot support. The best shoe will have a flat, undercut heel and provide flexibility, support, and cushioning. You may find that you need bigger walking shoes than street shoes, since feet swell during intense exercise. Look at the wear pattern of your old shoes. If you wear the inner side of your shoes, you are a pronator. If you wear the outside edge, you are a supinator. If you see a normal, even wear pattern, you have a neutral foot. Your wear pattern will be a guide on how to choose walking shoes. Some people prefer to walk in hiking shoes, but they are truly designed for uneven and unpredictable terrain. You will not get as much flexibility in a hiking shoe. If you want to know how to choose hiking shoes, look for similar qualities with additional ankle ...
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Winning the Battle Against Alzheimer’s and Dementia

We ve all heard the age old mantra that eating right and exercising leads to a long and happy life, right? Well, if you are anything like me, you need just a little more push and incentive to wean yourself off the couch and fast food. This may just be the thing to do exactly that. The Journal of the American Medical Association recently published two studies that showed that the right diet and moderate exercise will decrease the risk of mental decline such as Alzheimer and Dementia later on. In one, nearly 2000 elderly people in New York were studied over a long period of time. They found that a Mediterranean type diet and physical activity greatly lessened the risk of developing Alzheimer s disease as the years passed. The other study focused on some 1500 patients in France and found the same correlation between a Mediterranean type diet and slower mental decline. Lowering the risk of cognitive decline in old age? Yeah I m all for that! So, what precisely is a Mediterranean ...
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