6 remarkable reasons why stretching matters
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Here are 6 best reasons why all of us must do simple movements of some form of stretching and how it benefits us in the long run:
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Vibration Exercise: What's the Buzz?
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The vibration machine craze began in Russia, an outgrowth of the program used there to train cosmonauts.
Read MoreTake a swing at fitness boxing
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oxing as a sport requires a high level of athletic prowess of strength, speed, agility, hand-eye coordination, endurance, and nerve. But boxing as a fitness exercise is where the average person can sharpen their “inner boxer” without having to take an actual swing at anyone.
Read MoreFight inflammation with a surprisingly small amount of exercise
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Chronic low-grade systemic inflammation is a common occurrence as we age. We may not feel, see or know it is occurring but chronic inflammation is associated with increased risk for disease, poor physical functioning and mortality.
Read MoreMust-know tips for exercising in summer heat
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To prevent any heat-related illnesses from occurring, special precautions need to be taken when exercising in hot weather.
Read MoreSpinning your way to a better body
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It is a group class of stationary cycling done in a health club or special studio with an instructor leading the workout.
Read MoreTough Time Exercising? Chill Out!
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Regular exercise, it seems, is hard, and many of us have a tendency to stress out about it.
Read MoreWhy exercise may add 9 ‘biological’ years of life
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Never believe working out and breaking a sweat is a waste of time. It looks like physical activity is the true ‘fountain of youth.’ New research, to be published in the July issue of the journal Preventive Medicine,
Read MoreTime to try out a trampoline workout
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It seems like fitness enthusiasts are always looking for that next new form of exercise that will meet their needs in obtaining the body they want getting themselves in great shape. And a trampoline workout just might be the one for you too.
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5 exercises your body wants you to do daily
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Less than 5% of adults participate in 30 minutes of physical activity each day; only one in three adults receive the recommended amount of physical activity each week.
Read MorePilates power to transform your love life
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Here are several ways both men and women can take advantage of Pilate’s power to transform their love life:
Read MoreTai chi – meditation and medication in motion
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Growing evidence is showing the value of tai chi in treating or preventing many health problems.
Read MoreHow long distance runners can avoid “hitting the wall”
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Anyone who has trained for a marathon has heard of the term “hitting the wall.”
Read MoreExercise Addiction
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Compared to, say, heroin or tequila, exercise seems to be a pretty tame addiction. It even seems like it would be a “healthy” obsession.
Read MoreBike your way to great health
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Maybe it’s been awhile since you’ve straddled a bicycle. Or maybe your bike sits collecting dust in a storage shed or garage, forgotten but still useable. Now may be a good time to wheel it out, check it over and hop on. Riding a bike is one of the most active ways to not only spend leisure time but can be a terrific workout. A bike ride can be as challenging or as laid back as the path or road you choose. Opt for a challenging terrain with lots of hills and valleys and you’ll be huffing and puffing in no time, burning calories and strengthening muscles.
Read MoreControl diabetes easier with exercise
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A diagnosis of type 2 diabetes is a wakeup call to taking better care of yourself. One way to accomplish this is through physical activity or exercise. Increasing movement throughout the day will lead to feeling better and best news of all, reduces the risk of common complications associated with diabetes such as problems with your kidneys, feet, nerves, eyes and heart.
Read More25 ways to beat exercise boredom
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Has exercise become monotonous, tedious, wearisome, or dare we say “boring? Has the spirited enthusiasm you started off with at the beginning of an exercise regimen now turned into more of a “ho-hum” reaction?
Read MoreHealth perks of public parks
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The great outdoors has always been our playground and what a better way for getting physically fit than to enjoy natural scenic beauty and park activities they have to offer. It is being realized more and more the role public parks play in improving our health in several ways – to promoting physical activity to improving mental health and even the potential of reducing health care costs.
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