We all know we should exercise regularly, but it can be difficult to fit exercise into our busy schedules. Most people can only exercise before or after work, so it’s worth examining whether the time of day we exercise affects outcomes such as weight loss and sleep. To understand why the timing of exercise might...
Here are 7 simple at-home workouts, many of which can be done in less than 20 minutes. Indoor cycling If you love logging kilometres on the open road, consider setting up your bike in your living room. You can put your favourite TV show or movie on the TV and pedal away. The most common...
Stair climbing is an excellent form of cardiovascular and muscle-toning exercise — the pounding of your heart, gasping for air, and burning sensation in the legs serve as proof! While going to the gym to get an excellent dose of fat-burning cardio and muscle-building workout is a good thing, the truth is you don’t really...
by Laurel Leicht What you consume—and when you have it—can help improve your running game, whether you’re a 5K-er or a long-distance runner. Discover the secrets to powering up for success. Even if you only jog the occasional few miles, you’ve likely heard about marathoners carb-loading before a race or long run. But pasta isn’t the only...
Having body pains from sitting all day? Try these 5 different quick yoga poses to ease neck and back strain while at work! Photo Credit: Adobe Stock © tuiphotoengineer 1. Scale Pose Sit at the edge of your chair, press your hands down on either side of your hips and raise your legs and...
Staying active and occasionally moving with your doctor’s approval is important if you are diagnosed with a chronic illness. Benefits may include: Weight management Reduced risk of heart disease, diabetes and metabolic syndrome and reduced symptoms for those conditions Strong bone and muscle structure Improved mental health and mood Reduced risk of falls and muscle...
Feeling tired and worn out? Have you lost your motivation to exercise or do your work? The truth is that everyone has bad days. Even the most successful people lose their drive from time to time. However, watching TV and snacking on junk food won’t help. A short workout session, on the other hand,...
We have changed our diets and moved to eating healthier foods, watching what we eat to ensure that we add value to our bodies. However, we all know and have read articles on the importance of coupling healthy eating with a visit to the gym at least three times a week. With our busy schedules,...
Everyone loves a well-toned body. You begin to imagine that the person must have spent hours in the gym, running around the track or the park. Are you aware that some of the fittest and best-toned individuals’ only workout for thirty minutes in a day? You might view thirty minutes of workout as pointless but it...
Before starting a workout program, it is very important to know why you want to start working out and how you are going to do it. Preparing your mind to be ready for the task is the key to a successful workout. There are several key steps that you should probably consider before working out....
As the world gears up to commemorate Parkinson’s Awareness Week starting April 10th, followed by World Parkinson’s Awareness Day...
Endometriosis, a condition affecting millions of women globally, often remains veiled in mystery and misconceptions. Endometriosis Awareness Month seeks to...
It’s officially Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Every woman needs to know the symptoms of ovarian cancer. Make sure you do. It...