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 09

Circuit Training for Fitness, Endurance and Strength

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It is important to work out regularly in order to maintain a healthy and fit body devoid of excess fat and at risk of chronic illnesses such as diabetes and high blood pressure. There are, however, various goals that we try to achieve on occasion. It could be extra strength or endurance due to an upcoming event and so on. If you want to be extra fit, improve your endurance and increase fitness, then here is what you need to do. Design a circuit training program A circuit training program is basically a fast-moving training program that takes you from one set of exercises to another and another. Each set works on a different body part such that by the time the circuit is completed, the entire body has been worked thoroughly, and you are panting. The circuit needs to be structured in regard to a number of exercises and repetitions and the time to complete all the exercises. You will need to consult an experienced athlete or gym trainer and let the guide you on coming up with a good circuit training course. Find one, which is within your fitness level so you do not have to cheat or […]
Apr 09

Training for A Marathon

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If you are planning to go to an event such as a charity run, or walk or maybe even take part in a marathon, then you need to prepare adequately. Preparations are important because you will be able to participate effectively and make a good showing without endangering your health, giving up halfway, making a poor showing or suffering unnecessary injuries. Here are some tips you can apply for effective participation in the event. Start your preparations early enough Basically, the sooner you begin preparing the better. For a major event such as a marathon, you need to be super fit because running the 20 or so miles and finishing within a reasonable time period is not easy. Come up with a training program that you can adhere to and one, which will help you achieve the desired fitness levels. If you have to do some research online or consult a fitness expert, then feel free to do so. What you need to do on the onset is get your muscles all stretched out and supple, your joints fluid and your fitness levels up. So for the first few days or weeks, get your body into shape. Do some light […]
Apr 09

Choosing the Best Mind-Body Therapy

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Selecting a mind and body treatment can be difficult, and that’s the reason you need to do some research before making a choice. This helps you in identifying the practice which is best for you. You have to ask yourself the following questions: Why do you need therapy? Do you wish to learn how to handle your stress, or you need to decrease the risk of getting a disease? Are you looking for ways to cope with the physical symptoms? Do you want to treat a particular disease? Or do you want to improve your general wellbeing? In case you already have a specific goal, consult your service provider to know which therapies he can recommend and then research on it for more information. What is appealing? Do you like painting, dancing, singing or exercising? Choose a therapy you will enjoy so that you can increase the chances of reaping and sustaining the benefits of the practice. What is logistically realistic? How much time can you spare to devote yourself to the practice? Are there some financial constraints? Do you know of an instructor in your community who can help you begin? Your commitment to the practice might evolve over […]
Apr 09

How to Have a Clear and Focused Mind

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Be it our job, a long traffic, or a bad day at work, there are some things that always bring the worst in us. We aren’t able to concentrate; those around us are not happy with us, and other problems are the ones which you invite when you do not have a focused mind. It’s really easy to have a calm and focused mind so you accomplish anything you want at a better pace and with a better state of mind. So without any more pleasantries, here is what you should do to have a more focused and clearer mind: 1. Walk in the Park: Even the most daunting tasks can seem like a walk in the park if you actually do it. Whenever you are exposed to nature, you are inviting the positive vibe to come to you, the fresh air, and just some strange force that makes you feel better and more focused at work. Those who don’t believe us have probably never been to a park, relaxed, and felt the difference. 2. Talk with Your Loved Ones: There were plenty of reasons why you chose a person to have a relationship with, and one of those reasons […]
Apr 09

4 Amazing Benefits of Pilates

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We all have heard and are aware about doing exercising and yoga to keep yourself physically and mentally fit. However, even though we may or may not have heard of Pilates, there is still a lot to learn and benefit from this excellent method of exercising your mind and body. Still not convinced, maybe some of these awesome benefits of doing Pilates will change your mind: 1. Reduce Stress: One of the primary problems of the people living in the tech-savvy world of the 21st century is stress. And yes, just because you don’t spend all your time on the computer or on the phone doesn’t mean you are an exception, since you are bound to face stress from a number of different factors, such as long traffic, a bad day at work, car broke down, or any other thing for that matter. Pilates aims to target the areas that release stress from your body, especially the ones attributed to your posture. 2. Stamina Boost: It isn’t unusual to wonder how performing certain yoga-like positions and holding them for some time will have any impact on your stamina. The strange and positive answer is that it does, especially when you […]
Apr 09

A Healthy Lifestyle Has 8 Benefits For You

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Science has allowed us a better understanding about how our bodies work over the past couple of decades. It has been proven that the choices we make in how we eat can affect how we feel. How we feel can also depend on whether we exercise or not too. And both proper eating and exercise can give us longer lives. In just 8 simple ways, you can have a healthy lifestyle and live longer while feeling good: 1. Overall Health: You can’t just go to the local drug store and by some good health. It is something you have to practice and work toward having. You have to have a practice of good health-related behavior and make good choices in what you drink, eat and your activities. By making your decision to do these things, you’ll quickly realize that healthy living has its benefits. You’ll also enjoy reduced medical expenses, reduced illnesses and you can stay active. 2. Watch Weight: Healthy living begins with weight management. You can reduce the risk of heart disease and other medical issues simply by losing 10 percent in weight. The second highest contributing factors that lead to childhood diseases start with being overweight and […]
Apr 09

BEST 3 WORKOUT ROUTINE EXERCISES TO KEEP FIT

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If you truly desire to keep fit and look and feel great, you absolutely want to adopt a consistent and systematic approach to your workout routine. Your exercise routines must be well planned to achieve your overall fitness goals and should be consistent and specific or your focus will at best yield mediocre results. Keeping fit just like any other worthwhile endeavor requires commitment of will power and energy. The biggest cause of people failing to lose weight is that most do not clearly define their weight loss or fitness goals and more often than not hastily jump into every weight loss or exercise routine they can find without first defining their goals. That is why people try anything from cosmetic surgery and diet pills without actively combining these with healthy workout routines which are by far the most effective way of staying in shape and enjoying good health. If you’re looking to lose weight, stay in shape and enjoy great health, the following are very effective workout routines you can adopt and stick with:- 1. Abdomen crunch workout – This fitness workout is effective both for toning up the abdominal part of the body and for losing weight. It […]
Apr 09

TEN MINUTE HOME CARDIO WORKOUT

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Working out at home has many benefits. You can work at your own pace, try out new routines at any given time, and of course have quick access to a shower. Ten minute cardio workouts are perfect way to get the heart pumping, and in doing so you can start to burin some calories, all of which will help with weight loss. General fitness increases too, which means you can try out more complex routines in no time especially if you are a beginner, or just unsure of what will work well for you. Every workout should begin with a warm up, and followed by a cool down stretch. Rocket Jumps Begin with your feet apart and legs bent, with hands resting on the thighs. Then jump, straightening your hands above your head while extending the rest of your body. Once you land, re-position the feet to ensure that they are standing apart. You can even increase the difficulty by lowering you starting position to be in a squat. Aim for 2 sets of 15 to 24 reps. Star Jumps It’s time to channel the inner child with the use of some star jumps. These are easy to do, start […]
Apr 09

4 SIMPLE YOGA STRETCHES TO HELP YOU GET OUT OF BED FASTER!

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Getting out of bed in the morning is probably the toughest part of the day, especially if it’s a weekday and you know you’re going to be spending the rest of the day working. To help you out with just that, here are 4 effective yoga poses to try in your bed itself, which will help you feel a bit more energetic and ready to face the day. The Puppy Dog Pose This yoga pose is really simple to do- get down on all your fours and place the palms of your hands flat on the floor directly below your shoulder. Now as you inhale, exert pressure on your toes and lift your body upwards, forming a sort of mountain with your butt region as the peak- make sure your palms are still flat on the floor, and the heels of your feet do not touch the ground. Now get back to the original position, exhale, and repeat. The Back Stretch This is one of the best yoga poses that can get you invigorated in just a few minutes! Sit cross legged on the bed and keep your back erect. Place your left hand on your right knee, take a […]
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