No matter if you’re wanting to lose weight, increase your cardiovascular fitness or gain muscle, tailoring your workouts to fit your goals will benefit you in the long run. There’s no point in starting a workout programme that either doesn’t fit with your end goal, or isn’t tailored to the exercise that you enjoy. It’s easy [...]
Do you sometimes wonder why you get more injuries at the gym than your fellow gym-goers? Do you lose the will to finish your workout a few minutes into the action? The reason might be skipping warm-up exercises or failing to conduct them with the attention they deserve. Something to consider is your lifestyle goals. Do [...]
To keep up with a healthy lifestyle, regularly working out would greatly benefit your health. You can choose to exercise to stay in shape, improve your health, or boost your mood. While you want to gather the most benefits that you're getting through exercising, you might be pushing yourself too hard and leaving yourself with no [...]
You just got your new bike and are excited to go for a ride. Perhaps you got a new hybrid or a beach cruiser electric bike. Whatever your choice of style, it is exciting to own a new one. But, when you get on and start moving, the chain slips. Slipping, also called skipping or jumping, [...]
Only one in three adults enjoys the recommended amount of exercise each week and less than 5% take part in 30 minute of exercise every day. Exercise plays a key role in preventing a wide gamut of diseases ranging from heart disease to obesity and Type 2 diabetes. Regular activity can also help you battle stress and related conditions such [...]
Getting fit or improving your health can seem hard if you find yourself without a lot of space. It might seem impossible to envisage how you could work up a sweat or design that workout in such a small space. Being healthy at home and working out doesn’t require a big backyard or a dedicated room, [...]
The media seems to talk about self-care frequently nowadays. Among progressive women, it has become the latest trend. The truth is that taking the time to step back, relaxing from daily life, and spending some time to get to know one’s self is actually just as essential for men as it is for women. Yes, the [...]
“That sounds awesome, but I’m just too old to get into that now.” We hear that a lot, too much, every time we’re talking to our friends who don’t ski about how much we’re looking forward to another winter of making turns in the mountains. It turns out a whole lot of folks think like that. [...]
Here is an all too common scenario: you’ve been waiting all year to get back out on the slopes. After drooling over all the equipment at your local snowboard shop you decide on a perfect new setup, and a new jacket to go with it. The stars align, winter season starts out with a bang, and [...]
The hectic pace of modern living has brought on a surge of chronic illnesses, more instances of work-related burnout, and general dissatisfaction with our lives. Simply residing in a crowded, noise-polluted city already means that you likely don’t spend enough time in nature or sunlight, so nutrient deficiencies become a norm, and stress our second nature. [...]
Nothing beats the adrenaline, freedom and happiness that getting outdoors on a set of wheels in the fresh air can bring. Whether road cycling, mountain biking or casual countryside rides, there is a cycling vacation out there for everyone – no matter your cycling abilities or previous experiences. Many are quick to dismiss a cycling vacation, [...]
Exercise is one of the best things that you can do for your body. It’s important to do it right, though, otherwise, you can do more harm than good. For one thing, you always want to stretch after working out. Not only will it boost your flexibility, but it’ll also reduce your risk of injury. Given [...]
Self-care is so much more than just another trendy list of skincare tips and wellness advice. It’s a state of mind, an ongoing desire to work on yourself, not merely on your physical health, but on your mental health, as well as your emotional balance and stability. It takes continuous love and care to recognize the [...]
Varicose veins are unsightly, and oftentimes they also cause discomfort. Fortunately, regular exercise can reduce your risk of developing one. If you already have varicose veins, physical activity can ease the symptoms and control your condition. Thirty minutes of physical activity per day is recommended. You may go for a straight 30 or break it up [...]
Having a great set of fitness equipment can make it endlessly easier to stay on track with your health and weight loss goals. Unfortunately, this equipment can prove to be a lot costlier than most can afford to pay upfront. So, how can you successfully finance your fitness equipment so that you can start reaping the [...]
It can be hard to stay motivated to be active when you don’t have the right items to keep you on track. Everyone knows that working out consistently can be hard, even the professionals! If you do the same activities every day, there is a good chance you will get bored after a while. Changing it [...]
We tend to cultivate good relationships with others, but we rarely strive to nurture a healthy relationship with ourselves. And in these chaotic times of a global health crisis, it is more important than ever to practice self-care and develop habits that will help you maintain your well-being. With the Coronavirus outbreak, things can get overwhelming. [...]
The coronavirus has surely changed the way we live, regardless of where you are in the world. People are advised not to go outside which is troubling for most because they’re used to their whole lives being among others. The transition to quarantine can be especially hard for those who are used to being active but [...]
If you're stuck at home due to the COVID-19 stay-at-home orders, you might be feeling as if you're losing a bunch of precious time. While being self-quarantined and practicing social distancing measures can definitely impact your social life, it doesn't have to be a complete bust. Pick this month to focus on improving yourself and you [...]
Today more than ever, the world is advocating for a more active lifestyle. It involves living a more fitness-focused lifestyle and abstaining from sedentary practices such as binge-watching your favorite shows television or spending hours on your computer. Outdoor activities offer the most straightforward avenue to boost your body activity, get your blood pumped, take in [...]
First thing’s first: the gym is a place for everyone –– not just fitness buffs. Yet, the reality is that many individuals are reticent to start an exercise routine and hit the gym because they don’t have lots of experience. After all, if you haven’t made it a point to exercise regularly until now, you may [...]
Bali, Indonesia, is an excellent place to explore your spiritual self. The azure seas, vast greens, and ranges of temples and museums help you find inner peace. These characteristics help Bali become the primary place for yoga teachers to educate people about ways to calm themselves by finding balance. Continue reading to find four more reasons [...]
Pregnancy is a nine-month-long journey in many women’s lives. Despite all the drastic changes your body experienced, all are worth it the moment you lay eyes on that beautiful bundle of joy. Unfortunately, some are not able to recover physically after pregnancy. Many find themselves struggling to bounce back and engage in healthy physical activities due [...]
Health encompasses physical, mental and psychological aspects of human and it is very essential that the body is in a state of equilibrium with its internal and external environment. Aquatic Yoga is an essential tool in healing involving the preventive aspects. Performing physical rehabilitation and exercise in water utilizes several principles which have benefits that will [...]
