Mar 16

8 Pieces Of Expert Fitness Advice For 2023

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Looking back on yet another year of navigating life through a pandemic, you might feel as though fitness remained on the back burner or that you generally didn’t get to move as much as you had hoped. But that’s okay—with a new year comes a new chance to hit the reset button and refresh both your wellness goals and how you think about them. Here are eight pieces of expert advice on fitness from our Forbes Health Advisory Board members to help inspire you to get moving in 2023.   Put in a Daily Effort “Exercise is of particular importance as we age,” says Robert Lahita, the director of the Institute for Autoimmune and Rheumatic Disease at St. Joseph’s Health in Paterson, New Jersey. “Remember: It doesn’t mean running marathons or Spartan races. It needs to be a daily effort to work the body in favor of the biological soul—to let go, relax the brain, stress the body in a good way and luxuriate in the flow of hormones, endorphins and cytokines.”   Use the Right Gear “Many New Year’s resolutions revolve around being more active, and having the right support for that activity can help prevent injuries and keep […]
Mar 16

10 Meditation Tips for Beginners

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The mind is a busy hive of thoughts and we are jumping from ideas to emotions to memories for most of our waking hours. During meditation you will begin to witness how much movement happens in the mind and how little you live in the present moment. You can learn to observe your thoughts and perhaps begin to change them. Taking a step back and witnessing your thoughts instead of identifying with them is the key to meditation.   1. Find Your Space Set up a meditation space. Somewhere calm, quiet, and not too cluttered. Setting up a comfortable atmosphere will help to create the right mood for meditation and you can return to the same space to practice.   2. Find Time Choose a time when your mind is calm. As soon as you wake up in the morning, before looking at your phone, computer, or talking to anyone would be ideal.   3. Establish a Routine Using the same time and place each day will create a space and routine. Then you will be able to relax into the practice more quickly.   4. Be Comfortable Sit comfortably, with your spine tall and your chin tucked down slightly. […]
Mar 14

7 ways to help over-worked and over-exercised muscles recover faster

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As we get older, our energy levels dip. This includes our cellular energy produced by the powerhouse of the cell, the mitochondria. Cellular energy allows our body to perform essential functions and our muscles to move. Unfortunately, mitochondrial function declines with age, reducing cellular energy and causing muscle fatigue. However, there are several strategies to promote muscle recovery, one of the easiest being taking mitochondria-boosting supplements.   Powering our muscles Everything is made up of energy; it is the building block of all matter. Cellular energy is a specific type of energy that is created by the mitochondria, which convert glucose and oxygen into adenosine triphosphate (ATP), a process known as respiration. This process is so essential that mitochondria can take up as much as 25% of cell volume. ATP actually transports the chemical energy produced by respiration and it is known as the ‘energy currency of life’. The mitochondria must produce large amounts of ATP as it cannot be stored in cells; a healthy person at rest can produce their body weight in ATP every day!. Cellular energy is required for the body to perform three main tasks: to fuel metabolic reactions, to transport molecules across membranes and for […]
Mar 13

Does A Greater Ability To Lift Weights Signify A Longer Life?

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Well, one can definitely prolong their life by increasing the power of their muscles. The muscle power can obviously be strengthened by lifting weights. Muscle power will gradually decrease as you grow older but it has been studies that it can be strengthened with the help of proper workout. Read to find out more about it. How to train properly and increase muscle power • You can choose a lot of exercises for your upper as well as for your lower body. • Make sure you choose a weight with the right load so that you can achieve the maximum power in your muscles. That is the weight should not be too easy to lift, nor should it be too hard to. • Make sure you rest for about 20 seconds in between each of the set so that you can replenish the energy that was stored In your muscles. This break is absolutely necessary before you start with a new set. • Make sure you repeat all the above steps for the other exercises as well. You can do it for curls, biceps and so on. How to improve the progress • Make sure you start with 6 repetitions […]
Mar 13

Follow These Fitness Habits To Live to 100 and Beyond, Trainer Says

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Take care of your body, and it will take care of you. Living a long, healthy, and productive life can be pretty exciting stuff. But in order to live to 100 and beyond, there are more than a few habits you’ll have to start and stick by. We spoke with an expert and learned some crucial fitness habits to live to 100 and beyond, so get ready to revamp your lifestyle and exercise regimen. You’re about to have a lot more birthday parties in the years to come! Eat This, Not That! reached out to Kami Blease, a personal trainer on Fyt, the nation’s biggest personal training service that makes in-person or virtual expert-guided fitness training accessible and convenient for everyone. Blease lets us in on these key exercise habits you’ll have to make priorities. The end result will be worth every bit of effort and motivation you put into making your goal happen. Keep reading to learn Blease’s tips.   1. It’s important to get solid sleep each night. Sleep is a key part of your overall fitness and wellness. If you don’t get the right amount of sleep, you won’t be able to get the right amount of […]
Mar 13

Part II: The Benefits of Tai Chi

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Tai chi is a form of martial art that can lead to massive improvements in your mental and physical health. With its slow movements and strong focus on breathing and concentrating on coordination, it’s very accessible to people of most fitness levels. This has made it popular for older people, as it can greatly improve their fitness and general mobility in later life. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t feel these benefits at any age, and you could actually benefit more from starting this at a younger age. Have a look at a few more reasons as you how your mind and body can benefit from tai chi: Improvement in Muscle Strength Both your lower and upper body can gain strength from regular tai chi lessons. This may seem surprising because of the slow and deliberate nature of the movements, yet studies have shown evidence to support these claims. Again, this study focused on older people, with an average age of 66. These people didn’t have high levels of fitness in any way, yet after 36 classes of tai chi over a course of 12 weeks, comparisons made between their upper and lower-body strength showcased improvements in both. This also […]
Mar 12

This New Year, trust these 5 thumbrules to improve your mental health

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New Year 2023: With these mental health tips, give your emotional, mental and physical health the priority it deserves.   Sometimes, you could get lost in a mind-numbing maze that is frustrating. Such circumstances can indicate that you need to rewire your brain. Doing so can help you lead a more fulfilled life and establish realistic objectives for yourself with the start of the New Year. So let’s find out how you can improve your mental health for success and positivity.   Tips for mental health When it comes to mental health issues, most people do not view them as serious issues even when they face them. This is a significant factor contributing to the rise in mental health problems among people. To deal with a problem, it’s crucial to acknowledge it. And that’s okay if you’re going through it. We all go through various causes of stress. Some people deal with it effortlessly, some may struggle, and some may get affected by it. But let’s not forget that we all can bounce back. So, to help you out and to discuss the tips which can help balance your mental health with the start of the new year, Here are […]
Mar 12

Top 10 Tips for Healthy Mind & Body

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There are some people who constantly struggle with self-doubt, and ask themselves multiple times – “What am I doing with my life?” And then there are some who don’t worry about this and lead their lives confidently and in a much more organised manner because they practise having a healthy body and healthy mind. You see, healthy-minded people tend to have a rich and satisfying life. But, if you fall in the category of people who’re still trying to figure it all out, we’re here to help you lead a more fulfilling life. Here are some excellent tips for a healthy mind and body. Trust us when we say this, a whole lot will change once you start paying attention to your mental and physical health. Before we begin with the healthy mind and body tips, you need to understand the connection between the two.   Connection Between a Healthy Mind and Body: In simpler words, the mind-body connection is basically the link between an individual’s thoughts, attitude and behaviours and their physical health. People are now beginning to understand how their emotions can influence their health as well as longevity of life. The ‘healthy body, healthy mind’ connection is […]
Mar 12

Part I: The Benefits Your Mental Health Gains from Regular Exercise

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The most obvious reasons that people chose to exercise include wanting to improve their personal health and have a body they can be proud of. While these physical benefits are certainly worth working out for on their own, there are actually several mental benefits to be gained from regular exercise. Improving both your physical and mental health is the perfect reason to star hitting the gym or going out for a run or cycle. It may seem tough at first, but those who manage to do it can reap the countless benefits gained. Have a look and see for yourself just how your mental health can be improved through exercise! Stress Stress is the silent killer, as many people don’t realize just how much it can put on the mind, especially if it’s a regular occurrence. Any time you have to endure a stressful day, going for a jog or a workout can have you feeling better in no time at all. Norepinephrine is a chemical compound in the brain that manages to help diminish the mind’s reaction to stress, and you guessed it; working out can increase norepinephrine levels in the body. This naturally can alleviate any overwhelming feelings […]
Mar 11

6 Habits That Will Help You Build Mental Strength

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Physical fitness gets a lot of attention, and for good reason—good physical health can prevent conditions such as heart disease or diabetes, and help you maintain a long, independent life. But often neglected is mental fitness—having a healthy and strong mind to allow you to handle the challenges and opportunities that life puts in front of you.   The Importance of a Fit Mind A common thought is that the absence of a mental health disorder means that a person is mentally fit and emotionally well, but according to Rachel O’Neill, a licensed professional clinical counselor, that’s a dangerous misconception. “An individual can certainly experience periods of stress, discomfort, sadness, or anxiety without necessarily meeting criteria for a mental health disorder,” she said. “Mental wellness is a process, and just like physical health, it’s an ongoing process to maintain mental and emotional wellness.” Unsurprisingly, trying or stressful times can be the ultimate test of mental fitness. When we are winded by a major life event, being able to recover quickly requires significant mental strength and psychological resilience. The benefits of being mentally fit means we are able to use our mental abilities to our fullest extent, allowing us to be more creative, make the most of opportunities […]
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