Mar 19

How to Do A Dumbbell Pullover with Proper Form

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The dumbbell pullover is a strength training exercise well known and loved by body builders for working the chest and back. You don’t have to be a body builder, though, to try this exercise. It’s suitable for many people as part of a resistance training program that can also improve cardiopulmonary function. This article explores the benefits of dumbbell pullovers, the muscles worked, how to perform them well, and some variations you could try — whether you’re new to exercise or experienced in training with weights.   What are the benefits of dumbbell pullovers? Dumbbell pullovers are a great exercise for the upper body with variations to target the chest, predominantly, and also the back muscles. The muscular focus of the exercise is somewhat dependent on the orientation of the upper arm bone within the shoulder joint, and which direction the elbows are pointed. The movement pattern of the exercise focuses on moving the arm in the shoulder joint, therefore creating mobility in this area. Another benefit? Dumbbells are an accessible piece of equipment, they can be used at home or in the gym. There are lots of different sizes and weights of dumbbells which can accommodate different people depending […]
Mar 19

10 Amazing Health Benefits of Skipping Rope

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Skipping is great cardio, aerobic exercise. Skipping rope helps to tone your calves, tighten your core, build stamina and improve your lung capacity. Skipping rope alone won’t help you to reduce weight loss skipping rope can be a part of a diet and exercise routine which boosts your metabolism.   How many calories burn in skipping? Surprisingly, skipping ropes can burn 10 calories in a minute and also strengthen your legs, butt, shoulders, belly, and arms. On average, you can burn 200 calories in 10 minutes sessions each day. It is more effective than brisk walking.   Benefits of skipping rope  There are multiple benefits of skipping rope from losing weight to reducing the chances of cancer. Skipping rope is a great calorie-burner and improves the cardiovascular system.   1: Improves heart health  Skipping rope is the best cardio exercise as it increases the heart rate. This will significantly reduce the risk of heart diseases and stroke.   2: Increases concentration Every cardio exercise will help you to focus on your goal and skipping is one of them. Skipping rope can calm your body and increase your concentration.   3: Improves coordination Skipping consistently improves your coordination and stamina.   […]
Mar 19

20 of the best exercise tips

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We don’t have to explain in depth why exercise is good for you. Whether you are working out to lose the last bit of winter fat or training for a race or any other event, here are some tips that can be applied to every fitness goal. 1. Track your progress Whether you are exercising for weight loss, muscle gain or endurance, tracking your progress can make a big difference in motivation. Why? Some days you simply will not be in the mood to exercise – but if you look at physical evidence such as photos or statistics, you will be more likely to push through on hard days. 2. Form over speed Struggling to keep up with your fitness class? It’s important to keep proper form during strength exercises or weight lifting to avoid injury. Shift your focus from the number of repetitions and make sure you have the correct form. Youtube videos are good sources to teach yourself the proper posture and form for your chosen exercise. 3. Never rush through warm-up and cool-down sessions You might want to push straight to your desired speed while out running, or you think it’s okay to sneak into your workout class after warm-up […]
Mar 19

6 Yoga Asanas To Help You Burn Your Belly Fat

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Despite several forms of workout being available today, yoga reigns as the most trusted and effective method of nourishing and toning one’s body in a holistic sense. Most sought out of the various asanas are the ones that help to tone and flatten your tummy, of course! Because who doesn’t want a toned tummy that ultimately projects your good health? Since yoga endeavors to work deeply on the core and the entire body with every asana, the poses mentioned below are a few of the easier ones, especially for beginners. These will help eliminate several stomach-related issues like constipation, indigestion and bloating along with strengthening the abdomen.   Here are 6 asanas of yoga to reduce belly fat. 1. Bhujangasana (Cobra pose) This posture primarily works on strengthening your abdominal muscles and relaxing your lower back. How to perform: Lie on the floor, face down. Spread your hands on the floor, next to your shoulders. Stretch your legs back, top of the feet touching the floor, and slowly inhale and lift up your upper body. Make sure your pubis and toes form a straight line and touch the floor. Hold this position for 25-30 seconds. Release and come back to the lying down […]
Mar 19

How 11 Minutes of Exercise Can Help You Live Longer

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It’s no secret that exercise is key to a healthier and longer life. As you have likely heard, federal guidelines recommend at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity every week. Think: five days of 30-minute workouts like brisk walking, dancing or cycling. The guidelines also call for at least two sessions of strength training per week. But how much exercise do you really need to get life-extending benefits? Is 150 minutes a week the optimal amount of exercise for a long life, or should you strive for more? What if you measure your exercise in steps, not minutes? And how many years do other types of exercise, like strength and balance training, add? Recent studies on the links between activity and longevity help shed light on those and other questions — with some surprising takeaways for older adults in particular. (For instance, more doesn’t appear to be more when it comes to strength training, while stretching emerges as a potential lifesaver.) Here’s what research and experts say about the right dose of exercise to enhance your lifespan. Just 11 minutes of activity can help you live longer If you’re unable to do the recommended 150 minutes a week, you […]
Mar 18

6 Tips to Help You Prevent Sports Injuries

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Playing sports is a great way to keep fit and boost mental health, but it can lead to various injuries if you’re not careful. Fortunately, by inserting the following practices into your routine, you can significantly reduce the likelihood of sports-related injuries.   Always Warm Up and Cool Down Before engaging in physical activities, it’s important to prepare your mind and body, which is why warming up is essential. This allows you the opportunity to gradually get your muscles working, increase the heart rate steadily, and it will improve your overall mobility. By warming up, you reduce the likelihood of straining muscles. Cooling down after sports is equally important, as it allows your body to safely dispel built-up waste. If you skip the cool down because you’re in a rush, your body is much more likely to ache. Cooling down is a simple case of roughly ten minutes of less-strenuous activity and stretching.   Practice Correct Technique No matter what sports you take part in, correct posture will be an important aspect because it helps to prevent unnecessary injuries. The most common technique-related injuries are from resistance training. If you’re ever unsure about the correct techniques for your activity, seek […]
Mar 18

8 Fitness Coaches Offer Their Best Tips to Build a Better Bench Press

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Blow past your sticking point with these expert-backed strength-gaining solutions.   The bench press. It’s one of the original rite of passage exercises that many lifters spend countless—oftentimes too many—hours toward perfecting. When you’re a beginner, you most likely performed two main exercises—biceps curl and bench press. Then, the love affair begins. The bench press is an upper-body powerhouse move—it builds power, muscle, and strength in the chest, shoulders, and triceps because of a couple of factors.   The fixed range of motion and the relatively straight pressing path allows you to lift heavier weight. Plus, lying on a weight bench gives you the stability to make this all happen.   During this quest to create more and more 1RMs, plateaus and soreness will eventually happen. You get stuck and might see no way out of your bench press purgatory—eight coaches who love the bench press as much as you give you expert tips to improve it. Now, these tips are designed for you to try only some at once to find what works for you. If they do great, you have found a solution. If not, try the next one to see if your bench press performance will finally […]
Mar 18

Tips for healthy living during winter

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Along with cold temperatures and shorter days, winter often means a lack of energy and motivation for many people. The motivation for exercising and eating the right foods is very hard to find and this habit of ours can weaken our immune system, making us susceptible to many forms of diseases. During the winter season, it is not just about how well you cover yourself with layers of woolen clothes, but also what you consume that can help you stay warm. With the falling temperature, our craving for warm temperatures increases and cravings for winter foods. Do you know if you can make changes in your diet, you can actually stay fit and healthy during winters?   Tips for healthy eating during winters   1. Eat mostly whole and less processed foods: While there is no direct evidence that catching a cold or flu is related to diet, nutrition is important for maintaining the body’s immune system during winters. Long hours of darkness during the winters can lead to drop in serotonin levels which may cause sad feelings known as the winter blues. Aim to eat healthy carbohydrates and eliminate intake of processed and packaged food products. Sources of healthy […]
Mar 18

6 lifestyle tips for a healthier and stronger brain

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Your brain is the remote control of your body, and you ought to take care of it. A neurologist tells you 6 ways to keep brain healthy. The brain is a complex organ with billions of neurons in it. It has various complex networks, that are helpful for the normal functioning of the body. This decides the way we behave, feel and perceive the world around us and respond to it. So, it is essential to preserve it by following lifestyle tips to keep your brain healthy. The dysfunction of the complex networks happens in different conditions affecting brains like brain stroke, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, and dementia. Y Wang et al.(2020) defined brain health as ‘the preservation of brain integrity and mental and cognitive function at a given age in the absence of overt brain diseases that affect normal brain function’. In this way brain, health, and proper functioning are important for an individual’s well-being, the well being his family and in turn for the progress of a nation.   Here are some ways to keep your brain healthy: 1. Physical exercise Regular exercise is important for preserving brain function. It stimulates the brain, increases learning capacity, and preserves mood. […]
Mar 18

5 Yoga Asanas That Can Help You Stay Healthy

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Mind, body, heart and soul – the key to becoming a healthy and happy human being lies in maintaining the wellbeing of these four components, no matter what your age. As you age, it is natural that your body and mind experience a certain degree of physical changes that can lead to fatigue. Your joints begin to get rusty, your reflexes slow down, the body starts losing its elasticity, the muscles get weaker, and the mind, too, shows signs of exhaustion. There is no shame in admitting and accepting that you are growing old; in fact, it happens to be one of the best phases of your life. However, given the aforementioned facts, it is important that you pay extra attention towards your physical and mental wellbeing. One form of exercise that manages to let you do this is yoga. Yogic asanas or poses/postures are known to be the near-perfect way of ensuring strength, flexibility, stability, mobility and wellness. Here’s looking at five easy yoga postures that you should incorporate in your daily morning routine.   1. Tadasana The ‘mountain pose’ is one of the easiest asanas in yoga and is considered particularly beneficial for those who are 60 years […]
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