Apr 04

How to get good at exercise: The secret is right in front of you

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There’s a saying popular in the small world outside the gym that the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. That if an approach doesn’t work, try another one. Inside the gym, what works is what gets you somewhere. How you get there is much less important than showing up. So what’s the relationship between process and results in lifting? At first blush, the sport feels like a chase. We work out to reach goals: getting strong, looking good. So much of what we focus on and measure — heavy poundage in a powerlifting competition, body fat percentage, the size of your quads — are numbers we’re striving to reach. But while chasing results might be what gets us to start lifting, the sport is all about the process. More specifically, it’s about repetition. For all of the variety of programs people take on to reach their various goals, we all generally follow the same rough path — progressive overload via selected exercises, done over time — to get there. It’s not like the real world: the repetitive process shouldn’t just be rejected if things aren’t working. Rather, it should be […]
Apr 04

This sleeping position can help you with chronic constipation

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If you thought your sleeping position can only help you deal with those nagging aches and pains or aid in better sleep, then you would be amazed to know sleeping in a particular position can also work wonders for chronic constipation. Nutritionist Pooja Makhija recently took to Instagram to share a simple and effective hack to tackle persistent constipation in people. Chronic constipation is irregular bowel movement or difficulty in passing stools that persists for several weeks or longer. You have constipation when you are having fewer than three bowel movements a week. If you have been dealing with lumpy or hard stools and having a hard time emptying your bowels for a long time now, you can try this hack. Makhija recommends side sleeping for relief from constipation and explains how it works in her social media post. Several studies vouch for the benefits of side sleeping in this regard. Here’s how this sleeping position helps with chronic constipation. “Although our bodies are largely symmetrical on the outside, the placement of our organs internally is largely asymmetrical. Therefore, left side sleeping aids movement of the faecal matter. Gravity causes the faecal matter to move from the ascending colon into […]
Apr 04

Why You Must Have Small Snacks After Every Single Workout

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After you are done with your workout, you usually fall into two of the moods – one is you want to eat as much food as you want and the other being, you shy away from it. but if you are thinking that shying away will actually benefit you then you are wrong. if you are trying to lose your weight or have fitness related goals then after every single workout you should definitely consume something in small amounts. There is a common misconception that if you skip food right after a workout session then it will actually ruin the effort you have put in to do the exercises. While some other people don’t even feel like they have enough appetite to eat anything. But the thing is that you need to eat as soon as possible because the massive appetite later is going to eat your head up otherwise. Also if you delay your meals then it slows down the recovery process thus making it more difficult for you to hit the gym the next day. The ideal thing that you can do is to eat a small recovery kind of snack within one hour of your workout session. […]
Apr 03

Secret Exercise Tricks for Slimming Down After 60, Expert Says

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Take some steps in the right direction towards your fitness goals.   Some people appear as though they never change as they age. In fact, they may look as though they’ve remained the same weight forever. As for the majority of individuals—even those who are in great shape—that’s just not the case. As you grow older, you lose muscle mass and your metabolism slows down. In addition, your activity level may decline, which means you’re not torching as many calories as you once were. The result? You might find yourself putting on weight as you get older. To address this frustrating issue head-on, we’ve come up with some secret exercise tricks for slimming down after 60. Gone are the days when you could simply stop snacking and everything would fit better, and there’s not much in life at 60 that’s more stubborn than your scale. Because of the decrease in both activity and metabolism, once you hit 60, it’s recommended to cut your calories by 400 to 500, according to Northwest Community Healthcare. We spoke with Angela Fitch, MD, FACP, FOMA, chair of Jenny Craig’s science advisory board, co-director of Massachusetts General Hospital Weight Center & faculty at Harvard Medical […]
Apr 03

Yoga and Pranayama help ease panic attacks

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Despite the difficulties caused by panic attacks, there are strategies to control the symptoms and lessen worry. Yoga is a centuries-old discipline that can aid in reducing anxiety and controlling panic attack symptoms. Additionally, yoga can improve mindfulness, lessen anxiety, and help with stress management. An increase in the body’s normal reaction to stress, fear, or excitement is what causes panic attacks. The body, the psyche, and one’s general health can all be impacted by the symptoms of panic attacks. Negative thoughts and uncomfortable physical sensations, such as rapid heartbeat, perspiration, and heavy breathing, are frequently present during panic attacks. A person’s quality of life can be negatively impacted by panic attacks, even if some people are more prone to them than others. Despite the difficulties caused by panic attacks, there are strategies to control the symptoms and lessen worry. Yoga is a centuries-old discipline that can aid in reducing anxiety and controlling panic attack symptoms. Additionally, yoga can improve mindfulness, lessen anxiety, and help with stress management.   How Yoga can help with Panic Disorder? There are various symptoms associated with anxiety and panic like tightness, feelings of tension and pain sensitivity. Yoga asanas can help ease the physical discomfort that comes with […]
Apr 03

12 Tips to Make It Easier to Dress for Colder Weather with Arthritis

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If you live with arthritis, getting dressed for cold weather can be tricky. Here are a few tips to make it easier on your body.   With joint swelling, pain, and chronic fatigue, the extra buttoning, zippering, and putting on heavy shoes and boots can feel impossible. While getting dressed is still a struggle for me, it has become easier day-to-day because I have molded my wardrobe around fairly strict guidelines I created for myself. These work for me, and although they may not work for everyone, I would like to share them with you.   Start by Sitting Down If you sit down while you’re getting dressed, especially when you’re putting on shoes, you will have less frustration — guaranteed. Get a solid wooden chair to keep by your door (or even your closet) to use while you dress. This is a total game changer.   Skip Zippers In general, I try to avoid buying clothing with zippers. If I wear traditional jeans, I buy one size larger so that I can pull them on without unzipping them. My jackets and heavy coats all have a snap option in addition to zippers. If they don’t, I add fabric Velcro […]
Apr 03

6 Effective Tips That Help You To Avoid Weight Gain

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Many people witnessed accelerated weight gain during the lockdown and the COVID-19 pandemic. With nowhere to go, managing the weight became difficult. However, now that the world has opened, you may be itching to lose some of that lockdown weight from your body. And it is not always that difficult. We are here to offer insight into things that could help you control your weight gain.   Add resistance to your work Strength training is one of the most effective ways for people of all ages to maintain their fitness levels. It will help you build lean muscle, increase bone density, and burn fat even when you’re not exercising.   Eat fibre Fibre, like protein, helps us feel fuller for longer, so you’ll be less likely to reach for a snack right after a big meal. Fibre is also commonly found in foods that are naturally lower in calories, such as fruits and vegetables, making it a great nutrient to focus on when trying to maintain your weight.   Select alcohol with fewer calories If you drink alcohol, avoiding sugary or high-calorie drinks can help you maintain your weight while still enjoying a drink or two from time to time. […]
Apr 03

Four Ways to Stop Imagining the Worst Will Happen

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If you have a tendency to worry about worst-case scenarios, it’s possible to get your brain on a different track. Imagine you have an interview for a new job tomorrow. Some people might think about what kind of questions they will be asked so that they can prepare, or imagine the interview going well. For others, the thought of an interview will cause them to toss and turn all night thinking of every worst-case scenario possible—no matter how outlandish these may be. If you’re someone who has a tendency to do the latter, you are prone to catastrophizing. Catastrophizing is a tendency to assume the worst will happen when imagining a future situation—even if you have evidence that this is not the most likely outcome. People who like to feel in control (and are therefore intolerant of uncertainty) are more likely to catastrophize. This has been linked to anxiety—suggesting that frequent catastrophizing may be a factor in developing certain mental health problems. Catastrophizing comes from the belief that by imagining what might go wrong, we’re better able to protect ourselves from harm—both physical and mental. However, this tendency is only helpful if you’re able to correctly predict what will happen […]
Apr 03

Know How To Create a Meditation Space In Your Bedroom In 11 Ways

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Meditation helps you spend your “me time” peacefully, and you surely would want to make it more unique. If you have been practicing meditation for some time now, you would have already known how much a good meditation space is effective in the whole process and learn how to create a meditation space in your bedroom. Just think of having a meditating room in your home that helps heal your mind and soul. Exciting right? A space devoted to peace, tranquility, and your emotional well-being. A room that enables you to escape your reality and connect with supreme power. A meditation room will give you precisely what you want -mental peace and serenity. We suggest that everyone should create their own meditation space, which helps their mind and body relax and recharge. Meditation is a vital to purify and quiet the mind, thus rejuvenating the body. Doing meditation will give you a sense of calm, belongingness, peace, and balance that can benefit your emotional well-being and physical health. However, there is no specific rule to meditate in a room. You can meditate wherever you feel like- a garden, balcony, room, etc. The idea here is that if you are planning […]
Apr 03

6 best leg workouts for men to get bigger quads

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The quadriceps, commonly known as quads, are a large group of four muscles on the front of the thigh. They are responsible for most of the movement in the leg. Hence, they are often targeted by common leg exercises. However, because they are at work pretty much all the time every day, developing them would mean having to isolate them completely in your workouts. By develop, we don’t just mean to get them big and have your tear drop muscles pop, but also strengthen them so you can perform other leg exercises better too.   6 best workouts for quads Some of these variations target not just your quads, but your glutes, hamstrings, calves, and adductors too. Regular practice of these will have your quads looking great within weeks!   Barbell Squat A classic move, the barbell squat is common among gym-goers on leg days. You can do this exercise by holding a barbell on your shoulders behind your neck, or balancing it on them in front. • Start by standing straight with your feet hip-distance apart. Place the barbell on your shoulders and hold it firmly. Step back from the rack and take a breath in. • Make sure […]
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