Exercise helps people to keep their weight at an optimal level and can help to lower the risk of some diseases. Exercising to maintain a healthy weight decreases a person’s risk of developing certain diseases, including type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure.
The importance of good posture cannot be stressed enough in modern times. It extends far beyond our outward appearance and aesthetics. Posture refers to our body’s alignment and positioning with respect to gravity. Gravity exerts a force on our joints, ligaments and muscles whether we are standing, sitting or lying down. Good posture distributes this force through our body with minimal muscular effort and so that no one structure is overstressed. Sitting or standing with proper postural alignment allows us to work more efficiently with less fatigue and strain on our body’s ligaments and muscles.
Despite the fact that we live in the 21st century with access to various kinds of healing methods and healthy lifestyle choices, heart disease is still the key cause of death in the US, and one of the leading culprits around the world, as well. Research shows that an American suffers a heart attack approximately… Continue Reading
If you want to tone your body, give your muscles a fantastic workout, and improve your fitness there is only one activity you should undertake – running! Running is often overlooked as a fitness activity, but it is actually one of the most beneficial exercises you can do! Many people slave away in the oppressive… Continue Reading
Of course lack of sleep affects all of us. When we don’t get enough sleep or we have poor sleeping habits, our body and mind suffer a lot. There are plenty of reasons why this happens, countless reasons. I had my share of many sleepless nights. It was the worst period of my life. My insomnia… Continue Reading
For as long as I can remember, exercise has been co-opted as a tool in the pursuit of image or some kind of lifestyle accessory. This is demonstrated by it’s situation almost immediately adjacent to the “beauty” industry. But why is this? Surely looking a certain way is only one of the many thousands of… Continue Reading
Have you ever given a thought of teaching yoga? Are you looking for different ways to deepen your practice on a physical, intellectual and emotional level? Have you been considering applying for a yoga teacher training for a while, but just feel that you’re “not ready yet”? Then, here are the reasons that prove you… Continue Reading
Winter sports are nothing but recreational activities carried out on snow or ice, generally at high altitudes. We all feel slumberous during winters, all you want to do is tuck into your cozy bed and sleep all day. Why not try and fight this laziness and actually enjoy the cold snowy weather? Do you know… Continue Reading
Children in strength training: The controversy over this is so immense it is downright staggering. As adults, we probably know the importance of keeping fit. However, with all the insane junk food and sugary sweets kids are exposed to, it’s no wonder childhood obesity is on the high rise. Which brings us back to this… Continue Reading
1. Set A Schedule – Be realistic. If you have neglected your classes or personal fitness and wellness programs you can begin afresh starting now. 2. Team Up – You’re more likely to stick with your plan if you join a class with a friend or colleague. Choose someone who has similar goals whose schedule fits… Continue Reading
If you want to strengthen & tone your glutes & thighs, here are some great exercises for you. Get ready for summer and get your toned summer body now. 1. The Perfect Squat……..Squat, Squat & Again Squat I have preached the Mantra of Squat for as long as I have been… Continue Reading
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