Mar 27

The Body Part You Really Should Be Working: Your Wrists

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If action movies have taught us anything, it’s that most of us will spend a few moments hanging off the precipice of a building at some point in our lives. In order to survive, you’ll need strong wrists. Even if you don’t spend any time hanging on for dear life and quipping with villains, strong wrists can help make daily tasks easier. Whether you’re typing, carrying groceries, doing pull-ups, or opening that impossible jar, wrist strength and flexibility are key. With these stretches and exercises, you’ll keep your wrists strong and avoid injury.   7 exercises for stronger wrists Put a pause on leg day — wrist day is where it’s at. To strengthen your wrists, you actually need to strengthen your forearms and increase mobility in your wrist joints. Wrist movement involves 35 muscles! Your wrist connects your forearm to your hand — that joint needs to stay loose so you can still type 100 words per minute. And all those forearm muscles need to stay strong so you can grip those Costco groceries like a pro. Especially if you sit at a computer all day, your wrists and forearms can develop repetitive motion injuries or ailments like carpal […]
Mar 26

10 bad habits you need to ditch for a better workout routine

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Whether it’s to lose weight or build muscle, a greater number of people appear to be working out more often nowadays. They’re eager to live a healthy lifestyle and keep their bodies in shape. If you’re hoping to start your own workout routine, you may be thinking that although it’s strenuous, it’s worth a try. However, it’s very easy for people to form and stick with bad habits that can be detrimental both to their health and their routine. Out of all the fitness tips out there for both expert bodybuilders and newcomers, there are some that advise people on how to avoid making working out more harmful than helpful. Below are 10 bad workout habits that, if you happen to do when working out, you need to work on breaking!   1. You don’t give muscle groups equal attention There’s a reason why people say too much of something is bad for you. While it’s okay to put a little more focus on specific muscle groups, don’t neglect the rest of your body’s muscles. Granted, there is no definitive standard as to how much of a certain exercise you need to implement into your workout routine; everybody’s needs or […]
Mar 26

Here’s A Beginner’s Guide To Weight Training For Weight Loss

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Read on as we share everything you need to know about weight training as a beginner. Lifting weights can help you reach your goals of increasing muscle mass or getting a fitter, toned body. Weight training, commonly referred to as resistance or strength training, strengthens your bones and joints, creates lean, stronger muscles, and can help maintain a healthy metabolism, which means you’ll burn more calories even while you’re at rest. And not only young people can benefit from lifting weights. As we get older, lifting weights can help prevent the loss of muscular strength and mobility and improve our mental health. So, it’s never too late to start lifting weights, even if you’ve never done it before. Furthermore, you don’t even have to be a member of a gym. For many exercises, you can just use your own weight, but you can also obtain good results with free weights, resistance bands, or other home fitness equipment. Continue reading as we share everything you need to know about weight training as a beginner. Simply put, weight training is using weights to exercise your body, most commonly dumbbells, kettlebells, and barbells. As you use heavier weights during exercises, your body is […]
Mar 26

6 Great Workouts for Abs

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Summer is the period of the year when many women become aware of the unattractive appearance of their belly. That’s why many of them use springtime to perform workouts that are good for the abdominal muscles. The fact is that a loosen belly is not attractive, but this can also indicate some more serious problems. So, instead of waiting for a certain season, start strengthening your abs today. Workouts specially designed for abs are great for strengthening the belly. Besides the fact that you will look much better, you will also lower the risk of occurrence of many different injuries. Several scientific studies have shown that the strengthening of abdominal muscles leads to strengthening of back muscles too. We have created a short list of workouts for abs, and each of these workouts must be performed two times and at least three times a week for the best results. Workout No.1 Lie on your back. Slowly extend the hands behind the head so that the body is aligned well. Take a deep breath and raise the arms above the head and gently lift the torso. Once you reach half way, exhale and keep the hands forward until you touch the […]
Mar 26

Running Shoes vs. Walking Shoes: What Is the Difference?

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How much do you know about the differences between running shoes vs. walking shoes? Read on to get a clear understanding of the differences between them.   Did you know that in the United States alone that there are approximately 50 million people who engage in jogging or running on a regular basis? Whether you’re a runner or like to take it slow and prefer walking instead, the shoes you choose to take with you on your journeys can make all the difference. After all, after some time trekking on foot, you will know whether you made the right shoe choice because your feet will either be in pain or comfort. The mistake that people make is believing that there is no difference between running shoes vs. walking shoes. There is actually a big difference between them since they are constructed for very different purposes. After all, even though both walking and running involve impact on your joints, running involves a lot more (and more forceful) impact compared to walking. First, let’s take a look at the anatomy of running shoes and then see how walking shoes compare.   Understanding The Structure Of Running Shoes When it comes to buying […]
Mar 26

Hit the Park to Make Your Outdoor Workouts More Fun

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Looking for a fun place to get in your daily sweat session? Why not head to your local park or playground? Outdoor workouts at the park are the perfect, boredom-free way to get in your full-body training — no gym fees required! You should be able to find enough open space to get in some cardio and body weight exercises at most parks. If you’re lucky, you may even find some equipment you can use to enhance your outdoor workouts. Ready to give a park workout a try? Here’s how to get it done and have some fun along the way.   6 Exercises You Can Do at the Park   Tricep Dips All you need is a park bench to do this move. Sit on a bench with hands on the edge. Extend your legs straight out in front of you and place feet flat on the ground. Lower your bottom down toward the ground until your elbows are bent 90 degrees, keeping your back straight. Hold for a few seconds, then raise your body up and repeat.   Hanging Crunches Hold onto an overhead set of monkey bars or rings. Keeping your back straight and your core tight, […]
Mar 26

8 Ways to Stop Shoulder Pain From Ruining Your Workout

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Tip number one: Focus on the little muscles.   It’s time for your favorite strength class and you’re pumped for it. First move on the docket? Overhead presses. You’ve got this, you tell yourself. But as soon as you lift your dumbbells skyward, a sharp twinge shoots through your shoulder, stopping you in your tracks. Though certainly unpleasant, having shoulder pain or discomfort while lifting weights is fairly common, physical therapist Maria Borg, PT, CSCS, supervisor at UCHealth Sports Physical Therapy in Colorado, tells SELF. And there are a host of reasons why this can happen. But bottom line? Experiencing shoulder pain during exercise doesn’t mean you need to give up strength training altogether. In fact, there are lots of small things you can do to make weight lifting more enjoyable for sensitive shoulders—and we’ve got all that important intel right here. Ahead, everything you need to know about shoulder pain and weight lifting, as well as what you can do to keep it at bay.   What causes shoulder pain while weight lifting? There are several reasons you may feel shoulder pain or discomfort while strength training. But perhaps two of the most common culprits are instability and weakness […]
Mar 26

How To Pick The Best Running Chews And Gels For Yourself?

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Need some running gels and chews that can energize you in your intensive running session? There are thousands of options that you will find in the market but you must know which one to pick if you are looking for something that fits your requirements. So take a look at how to choose the best chews and gels for running. Faster your speed, more the carbs need Most of the women who are runners need around 30 to 60 grams of carbs every hour so that they can keep the glycogen and blood sugar at ideal levels. So if you are running at an easy pace you can stick to 30 grams and if you are pushing it then you can go to 60 grams. However, if you run for less than an hour then you can skip the supplements easily. Experiment carefully with caffeine If you are a regular coffee drinker then you will need to experiment with the dosage and see how your body reacts to it. some of the chews and gels have anywhere from 25 to 50 mg of caffeine in them. you can start with one per hour and then increase it to two per […]
Mar 26

Inventive Full-Body Moves to Try

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Winter always brings the most challenging time for anyone looking to keep in shape. It’s colder and darker, making the idea of skipping the gym and getting warm and cozy on the couch very appealing. The last thing anyone trying to maintain their fitness (or for those looking to start getting in better shape) is to do away with the exercise just because its winter. Instead, try spicing up your workouts. The following full-body moves only need basic gym equipment, such as kettle bells and resistance belts, and use them in some inventive ways. Trying these out will keep things fresh during your winter workouts, ensuring you stay on top of your fitness. Pull-Ups with a Band All you need for this one is a resistance band and a pull-up bar. Attach the band to the handles of the pull-up bar and then place your feet into the bottom part of the band. The higher the resistance setting is, the more help you will get to perform the pull ups. Perform a pull up by bring your elbows down to the side of your rib cage and engaging your lats as you lift yourself into the air. Keep performing as […]
Mar 25

10 Top Fitness Pros Share the One Stretch They Slot Into Every Cooldown

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Mix and match some of these favorites for a perfect workout finisher.   If there’s any tenet in the fitness world that’s gone unchallenged, it’s the importance of a solid warm-up before your workout. These warm-ups, which usually involve dynamic stretching, or the kind that’s done with easy movement that mimics the exercises you’re about to do later, are essential to ward off injury, help improve performance, and simply make your routine feel better. One that tends to fall by the wayside? The importance of a cooldown, when you gradually reduce workout intensity and pace to let your breathing and heart rate return back to normal, and ideally add some stretching into the mix along the way. A cooldown is actually just as vital as that warm-up, strength coach Alina Kennedy, CSCS, a New York-based personal trainer at Bloom Fitness, tells SELF. “The end of a workout is the perfect time to stretch, since you’re warm from exercise, and your muscles and joints are loose, so it’s the best time to work on your flexibility,” she says. “Unlike during a warm-up where you should always do dynamic stretching, during the cooldown, static stretching is best.” Static stretching refers to getting […]
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