It’s no secret that the health and fitness market is growing rapidly as well as the number of snake-oil books, videos and supplements on exercise, nutrition, and weight loss. Tens of thousands of people who are unhappy about their fitness are spending a huge sum of money on unsuccessful supplements and books hoping that one of [...]
One of the severe consequences of leading a sedentary lifestyle is back pain. On the contrary, even highly active people also suffer from back pain. Reports from the Australian Bureau of Statistics, for the year 2011–12, National Health Survey have shown that approximately 13.6% of the Australian population, which sums up to 3 million Australians, suffer [...]
There are plenty of ways to make your workout more effective and diversify it. Here you will see how to include cleaning in your fitness routine--to keep your body fit and your home hygienic. These 6 outstanding ways to diversify your fitness routine with cleaning are easy to apply and have two main benefits: for your [...]
With major health issues like diabetes, heart disease, and cancer becoming more prevalent, many are concerned about their health. As poor dieting and being overweight are often the culprits behind such diseases, the interest in getting fit is back by popular demand. Being more active and even joining a gym can help you to lose targeted [...]
When most people think "abs," they think the muffin top that blooms over the top of too-tight pants. But abdominals, a set collectively known as the core, includes the many interconnected muscles that run up the back and stretch down to the butt and the front and inner thighs. Belly fat can be a nasty sight! [...]
Love a great workout? Have you tried HIIT? High-intensity interval training (HIIT) refers to workouts that move between intense bursts of activity and fixed periods of less-intense activity or even total rest. HIIT is designed to get and keep your heart rate up and burn more fat in less time. Benefits of HIIT HIIT workouts: • Can help [...]
I have always loved to travel, however, most of my trips have been fun, yet typical, tourist vacations packed with busy days spent sightseeing, eating, taking photos and exploring the traditions, history, arts and culture of the area. From Istanbul to Casablanca to Dakar--and many other stimulating locales--I have truly grown from my wonderful sojourns. But, despite the [...]
Chest workout usually includes dozens of exercises that can be done almost on a daily basis. Many websites and forums all over the internet list about 84 different types of chest workout varieties, but trying all of them in your entire lifetime, and that too regularly, is definitely out of the question. The only ones you [...]
It’s estimated that 3.2 percent of the population are vegetarian, with another 10 percent of Americans choosing to consume a “vegetarian-inclined diet.” These numbers will likely grow as more and more research continues to reveal the benefits of eating a plant-based diet—advantages that range from lower risk of disease to an easier time losing weight. But what [...]
You only get one body, and it's critical that you do what you can in order to take care of it. Vegetarianism offers people numerous health benefits, but sometimes it's necessary to be well-informed and vigilant in order to make sure that you get enough plant-based protein and other essential nutrients to maintain a high metabolism. Fortunately, there are natural tips [...]
We know living a healthy, meaningful life is incredibly important and that being healthy always requires balance. However, the arrival of spring reminds us that all of those warm, hearty meals we indulged on throughout winter are still sticking around, despite our best efforts to eat as many spring salads as possible. Weight gain during the [...]
Have you been exercising for a few weeks, and seen great results, but lately the workouts have lost their pizzazz? Do any of these issues sound familiar? You are not losing as much weight as you did when you first started. You have lost your motivation. You are really just plain bored with your workout routine. Don’t worry, you [...]
If you suffer from regular back pain, you will not need to be told how difficult it can be to get on with your daily life without feeling burdened and distracted by the aches and pains you are experiencing. There are a number of things you can do to alleviate the pain, including finding the most effective mattress to relieve back [...]
Do you refuse to drag yourself out of bed until you've hit the snooze button repeatedly? Although there are lots of morning people out there, for many of us, mornings are a struggle. And I must confess, mornings are still a big challenge for me! Recent studies revealed that those who work out in the morning before [...]
There are thousands of women who have lost 100 pounds, yet remain overweight. Why? This is due to losing 10 pounds, gaining it back, and then losing it again. This cycle is one that many women find themselves in and why there are so many women on never-ending diets. The fact is that nearly two thirds [...]
You don’t have to be Serena Williams or Andre Agassi to reap the benefits that the sport of tennis has to offer. Tennis is an all around fun and engaging sport—both mentally and physically—so it's odd that more people don't participate in it. Doctors and scientists alike have conducted studies and found that tennis is one [...]
The holidays are, without a doubt, the most stressful time of the year. Between all of the gift buying, the hosting of family, the traveling, the cooking, the cleaning, dealing with a dozen different temperaments all at once and trying to keep the peace between them all, it’s no wonder that people’s stress and anxiety levels [...]
As your dog ages, he or she is susceptible to developing arthritis. Arthritis involves inflammation that can affect your pet’s joints and make it difficult for him or her to move. Arthritis can be painful for your furry friend and something he or she could have to take medication for. Once arthritis is present, it can’t be [...]
Guest post by Camile Sardina The merriest holidays have fitness on top. While you’re indulging in the holiday ham, eggnog and sweets, and making sure your wish list is as detailed as possible, keep fitness on your mind as the New Year comes. It was fitness, in fact, that earned the top resolution spot for 2015 and [...]
For many of us, the holiday season signals even more reasons to eat, drink and over-indulge. Who can resist all of the parties, dinners, gatherings and occasions to celebrate? Let's face it! The holidays are upon us and we couldn’t be more excited! Most of us love this time of year! Why shouldn't we? Lots of time spent cozied up, surrounded [...]
How to get a child to lose weight is a problem many parents are facing today. In the age of internet, tablets, computers, game consoles, and smart phones getting a child interested and motivated to exercise and be active is difficult. Children are looking for constant entertainment, and from their point of view, exercise is not [...]
Blame it on fast food burgers and fries, food porn in media, a stressful job, household obligations, and even a slow metabolism, but the fact remains: people are becoming increasingly unhealthy. And the sad part is it seems “unhealthy” habits are becoming the “new normal.” A study conducted by Council and the Heart Foundation found that 4 [...]
According to a recent article published by Science Daily, the average adult working in a corporate setting sits at their desk approximately five hours and forty-one minutes everyday day. Add that to the length of time you sit while driving, eating, watching TV and surfing the web and that doesn’t leave a lot of time for [...]
Getting in shape is not easy job and will take a lot of hard work and perseverance. There are a number of different ways a person can lose some weight, which means a little bit of research will be required to choose the right one. For most people, finding the right fitness program is a must [...]
