Apr 09

10 Fitness Tips & Tricks From the Pros

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1. Remove “weight loss” as an actual goal! Chris McGrath said that while this tip may seem crazy, “weight loss is too abstract and subjective to be stated as a legitimate goal.” Weight loss is an outcome that cannot happen without action, so your goals need to include specific actions that will lead to weight loss. Jonathan Ross also said that goals should be small and attainable. This will save willpower because rather than focusing on the negative — fighting the urge to say “no” to certain foods and behaviors — accomplishing smaller, tangible goals will “build confidence, which builds hope, which builds consistency.” 2. Train like the celebrities and use a process called Internal Overload Tanya Becker’s gym regularly hosts celebrities like Kelly Ripa. What does her gym provide that keeps these celebrities looking good and coming back? “At Physique 57, we do a combination of strength training, cardio and stretching using a process we call Internal Overload,” Becker said. “We work all your major muscles [in these full body workouts under an hour] to the point of fatigue and then stretch them for relief.” The result of this work is a “lean, supple, toned body.” Internal Overload also […]
Apr 09

Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle

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Physical fitness is not the sole basis of being healthy; being healthy means being mentally and emotionally fit. Being healthy should be part of your overall lifestyle. Living a healthy lifestyle can help prevent chronic diseases and long-term illnesses. Feeling good about yourself and taking care of your health are important for your self-esteem and self-image. Maintain a healthy lifestyle by doing what is right for your body. If you want to be a well-rounded, healthy individual, here are a couple of staying healthy tips that may help you do just that: Maintain a regular exercise routine No, you do not have to force yourself into intense workouts at the gym but you need to keep as active as possible. You can stick to easy floor exercises, swimming, walking, or simply keep yourself moving by doing some household chores. Do what your body allows you to do. What is important is that you continue exercising. Give at least twenty to thirty minutes a day to exercise at least three to five times a week. Have a routine; see to it that you have enough physical activity each day. Be conscious in your diet No, you do not have to force […]
Apr 09

The Top 5 Yoga Poses That Will Help You To Detox!

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Fall is a great time to detox yourself with the help of yoga so that you can prepare for the oncoming winter months. Certain yoga poses are going to speedify the process of detoxification in your body. So if you want to cleanse it then you must know about these 5 amazing poses today. •Childs pose – For this you will need to start in a kneeling position and keep your hips resting on your heels. Up next you will need to bend forward and stretch your torso on top of your thighs and as you are doing so you will need to lengthen your arms in front of you. This is great for kidney areas. •Peeing dog – Keep one knee bent and rest your body on it, next you will need to lift your right leg up and hold it on your side as if you are peeing like a dog. Hold it for five breaths and then you can switch it on to the next side of your body. •Bow pose – For this, you will have to lie on your stomach and then mend the knees so that you reach the back of your ankles with […]
Apr 08

Workout routine: Five home exercises for toned arms

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These at-home arm exercises are simple yet effective in building strength and toning your arms. Incorporate them into your fitness routine regularly, and you’ll see visible results in no time! Arm workouts are a crucial part of any fitness routine. Toned arms not only look great but also help in performing daily tasks with ease. However, going to the gym isn’t always possible due to time constraints or other factors. This is where at-home arm exercises come in handy.   Here are some effective arm exercises that you can do at home without any equipment:   Push-ups: Push-ups are a highly effective compound exercise that work on various muscle groups simultaneously, such as your chest, shoulders, triceps, and core. If you find push-ups challenging, start by doing modified push-ups on your knees, gradually working your way up to full push-ups. Tricep dips: To do this exercise, you’ll need a sturdy chair or bench. Sit on the edge of the chair with your hands gripping the edge, fingers pointing towards your feet. Walk your feet out until your hips are off the chair, and your arms are straight. From here, bend your elbows, lowering your body towards the ground, then push […]
Apr 08

How to Make Exercise a Habit: Actionable Tips

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Making exercise a habit is an excellent idea. Regular physical activity offers multiple benefits to our health, including: Improving circulation Promoting brain health and improving cognitive function Facilitating weight management Reducing the risk of heart disease Strengthening bones and muscles Improving sleep quality Reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression   Depending on your type of exercise, it can be beneficial to exercise a little regularly rather than for hours in one go. Moreover, doing small amounts frequently is a great way to build a habit, which can help you keep your commitment when the going gets tough. Here is what you should know to develop a healthy, lifelong exercise habit.   1. Set SMART goals A SMART goal is: Specific Measurable Actionable Realistic Time-Bound   Getting healthier by running more is a dream. Like a dream, it can feel powerful and inspiring at first, but chances are that you will gradually lose focus. On the contrary, losing 5 pounds in June by running 30 mins three times a week is a clear, doable goal. It has a time limit and a way of knowing whether you have achieved the goal, which makes it more likely to happen.   2. Exercise […]
Apr 08

5 Exercises to Ease Depression and Boost Your Mental Health

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Exercise is an excellent way to increase serotonin and dopamine levels.   Boosting your mental health may be as simple as moving your body. Exercise can improve your mood and relieve symptoms of depression and anxiety. It’s also a great way to alleviate stress. Exercise can sometimes be a loaded term, especially for people who don’t love going to the gym. Thankfully, you don’t have to become a bodybuilder to reap the mental health benefits. You’re probably already doing some of the work. These are the reigning champs if you’re looking for the best exercises for mental health. For more mental health tips, see how you can improve your mood without therapy and how to change your diet to benefit your mental wellness.   Why should you exercise for mental health? Exercise makes you feel good about yourself. When I say exercise, I don’t only mean hitting the gym and pumping iron. Exercise is anything that gets you moving. You don’t have to leave your house to boost your mental wellness with physical activity.   Benefits of exercise on your mental health: Improved body image Better mood Lower depression and anxiety symptoms Reduced symptoms of ADHD Higher self-esteem Sense of […]
Apr 08

10 ‘Workouts’ You’re Probably Already Doing Every Day

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Exercise doesn’t always involve the gym — some common tasks and errands count, too.   Only 23% of US adults meet all the weekly exercise guidelines, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, despite understanding the health benefits of working out. So even though you know everyone should exercise regularly, chances are high that you have trouble motivating yourself to actually do it. So what gives? There are a lot of reasons that people don’t exercise more. You may be short on time or energy, or you may not have the equipment that you feel like you need. But while you might imagine sneakers, sports bras and weight benches when you think of “exercise,” you don’t have to hit the gym to meet the CDC’s guidelines for physical activity. In fact, the CDC’s 2018 National Health Statistics report, which contains that 23% statistic, doesn’t mention the word “exercise” once. Instead, it’s all about physical activity and movement — whether for work, play or by doctor’s orders. For most of human history, physical activity was incorporated into people’s daily lives in the form of labor and chores. These days, people spend a lot more time sitting still on couches, […]
Apr 08

What is intuitive eating and can it help you lose weight?

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The first rule of intuitive eating is to reject the diet mentality, but its principles can still support healthy weight management. A dietitian explains how.   Diet trends can be really tempting. Whether you want to lose weight, boost your energy or just feel a little healthier, it can be difficult to resist the urge to jump on the latest viral diet plan. The problem is that fad diets just don’t work. In fact, the whole idea of “dieting” is flawed. According to the Endocrine Society, about 80% of people who lose weight will ultimately gain it back again. Regaining those pounds, particularly in a yo-yo dieting mode, not only interferes with your ability to maintain a healthy weight, it can take a toll on your physical and emotional health. One way to avoid these pitfalls is to ease up on traditional dieting and take a different tack. Intuitive eating is a realistic and reasonable approach to eating that eschews trends and encourages you to pay attention to what your body needs.   What is intuitive eating? Intuitive eating is a non-diet approach designed to help people who want to lose weight or change their relationship to food move beyond […]
Apr 08

Tips on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle while sticking to your budget

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Rising costs and high inflation continue to take a toll on Maritimers’ wallets and their health. According to Naturopathic Doctor Joyce Johnson, people don’t have to spend a lot of money to optimize their health, even during these uncertain times. Johnson provides a number of tips on how to maintain a healthier lifestyle while sticking to your budget. Johnson says the best tool to eating healthy on a budget is meal planning. “Meal planning is making a grocery list of what you need, what’s on sale, there’s a lot of really great apps that you can put onto your phone that show all the sale flyers. So, you can get a little bit of a comparison and you can find what are your best prices, especially on things like dairy, and meat and protein,” she said during an interview with CTV Morning Live Atlantic Monday. Johnson also suggests “shopping your pantry first.” “So, go to your pantry before you go to the grocery store. See what some of the basics are that you have on-hand, what potatoes and starches you have. Do you have pasta? Do you have rice? These types of things. Look at your proteins, look at what’s […]
Apr 08

Too Lazy To Go Workout In Winter? Try This Home Workout Routine

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Let’s discuss some easy at-home workouts that will help you stay on track in winter.   The winter season is in full swing. This means, most of us want to stay in bed and avoid getting out of the house. Many of us end up skipping our workouts and even start overeating in the winter months. Although overeating in winter months is a biological reaction, it does not make it okay. This change in diet along with lack of exercise can make you gain weight and expose you to a variety of ailments. Hence, it is important to follow a workout routine even in winter. While getting out of the house might seem difficult, you can ensure better health by working out at home. Let’s discuss some easy at-home workouts that will help you stay on track in winter.   Weight loss tips: Here are exercises to perform at home this winter:   1. Jumping rope Rope jumping is one of the most commonly known exercises. This easy-to-do, cheap and efficient workout exercise ensures a well-rounded full-body movement workout. It is easy to do and can be mastered through practice. You just need a jumping rope which you can order […]
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