Mar 29

Part I: Tips for Starting a Healthy Lifestyle

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Saying we want to get fit, and improve our health and lifestyle is one thing, actually finding the courage to do it is another story. It’s understandable considering the drastic changes required for the average person to really up their game and get healthier in various aspects of their lives, as you will need to change your diet and start exercising more. The less experience you have with these, the harder they can be to make a habit out of. As soon as you form a habit around having a healthier lifestyle, then everything else associated becomes much easier. Try out some of these handy tips for people looking to get fit and healthy: Bin All Your Junk Food The hardest aspect of throwing out your junk food is the fact you will lose a few pennies in wasted food! It’s seriously that easy to do and can be the best way to start eating better. Distractions and temptations in the shape of unhealthy junk food are one of the quickest ways to fall off the bandwagon so why even take the risk? Grab everything from your fridge and cupboards and throw it away in the trash! Aim for the […]
Mar 29

Feeling Like an Under-Eater? These Signs will Confirm Your Suspicion

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Even though a majority of the world is obsessed with reducing obesity by shedding pounds, there are many among us who are just as obsessed with gaining weight, but no amount of mass gainers, weight gainers or diet plans have been working. Sometimes, the main suspicion behind this is the doubt whether you are under eating. If you are among those people as well, it’s time to have a look at some of the signs, which show that you might be under-eating after all: 1. Feeling Cold: When you generally feel cold all the time, it may very well be a sign that your body simply isn’t getting the calories that it’s supposed to get. Although this sign is also attributed to expected longevity, you can relate to it if you haven’t been eating enough. If you are confused as to whether you are actually cold or not, feeling cold in the summer season is a dead giveaway. 2. Pregnant: Scientists have already stated and declared this since a long time that a low-calorie diet with improper nutrition leads to infertility in women, which is kind of your body’s way of telling you that you do not eat enough to […]
Mar 29

Part I: Full-Body Workout from Home

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Looking forward to losing a bit of weight and build some muscle in the process? Look no further than this full-body workout routine that uses the weight of your own body as a form of strength straining, whilst the short breaks in between ensure that you are burning off the calories as well – a two for one! Plus, this is done from the comfort of your home, making it suitable for everyone. Perform each circuit in order, completing all of them to finish a workout. This should be performed three times a week, taking a recovery day between each. Pistol Squat Start in the standing position with your feet close together. Lift your left leg off the ground whilst standing on your right, and then lower yourself to the ground by bending your right leg. Squat as low as possible before returning to the standing position and repeat on the opposite leg. Once you have squatted on each leg, on rep is complete. Finish a total of 14 to finish a set and then take 30 seconds of rest in-between before completing a further two, taking arrest between each. Burpee Begin standing before squatting down onto the ground with […]
Mar 29

7 SUPER EASY MEMORY BOOSTERS TO TRY NOW!

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A healthy memory is the key to a healthy brain, and if you’re one of those who tend to forget their keys and probably teeny tiny things that are of importance, here’s something for you. Check out this simple list of 7 memory boosters that when practiced regularly, can actually help you improve your concentration abilities and recall things better. Sit Straight Practicing good posture can actually make a huge different in improving your memory and recalling abilities. It has been found that sitting up straight and tilting your chin upwards can boost the flow of oxygen and blood to the brain by up to 40%, which in turn, helps you retain information much better. Watch Funny Videos Okay, this one may sound strange, but it has actually been found to be true. The findings of a recent study have revealed that elderly individuals who watched a funny video for a few minutes had an improvement in their ability to recall things, as well as in visual recognition. The researchers believe that this could be due to the fact that funny videos tend to be a form of stress relief, which can reduce the secretion of the hormones cortisol and […]
Mar 28

Use these 5 experts tips to actually get healthy and stay healthy in 2023

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A new year means many are looking to improve their health by embracing a new lifestyle, but not all strategies for changing up your habits are created equal. Fad diets and expensive fitness programs often become popular in January but are hard to keep up and can even pose risks to your health. Still, according to experts, some trends can actually help you get healthier. And there are plenty of other long-term changes you can make in your life that won’t break the bank and will help you feel better in your daily life.   Here are some tips for creating a sustainable diet and fitness plan to get healthy in 2023:   Eat ‘real food’ Dr. Shami Hariharan, an integrative medicine doctor with Atrium Health in Charlotte, recommends to patients constructing a healthy diet around one of her favorite quotes from author Michael Pollan: “Eat real food, mostly plants, not too much.” “Real food,” she explains, includes “whole foods, fruits, vegetables, legumes and other proteins.” Within that framework, Hariharan added, it’s important to find meals that still bring you “joy.” “If we don’t like how we’re eating or it’s hard, then that affects maybe even how we process our […]
Mar 28

Tips to manage stress – from writing to regular exercise and meditating

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We all lead fast-paced lives these days. So it’s not surprising if we find ourselves struggling with bouts of stress. Many of us tend to put off addressing our stress levels as we often think we don’t have time for it. But in reality, managing stress levels is an important step in making us more efficient in our work. If we ignore how stressed we are in favour of keeping up with our busy lives, it will in fact leave us feeling even more stressed, overwhelmed and even experiencing physical symptoms. This International Stress Awareness Week, here are a few useful stress management tips, according to Cheshire-based addiction rehab clinic Delamere.   Mindful meditation When we think of relaxation, we often imagine putting our feet up and enjoying a movie or book at the end of a long day. However, according to research, while this might make you feel calm in the moment, it doesn’t actually relax or rejuvenate you. It lead to your stress worsening and causes feelings of guilt in your mind. When it comes to dealing with stress, you need to activate your body’s ’s natural relaxation response, which helps to slow your heart rate, lower blood […]
Mar 28

Want to keep ageing at bay? Hit the gym

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Did you know that the fountain of your youth could be in your local gym? The powers of a steady fitness routine can reverse the effects of ageing. It will not reduce the number of birthdays you have celebrated of course, but it can improve your well-being to the point that you feel and look younger. Working out can be a helpful distraction from our stressful lives.   It starts in the DNA Scientists back this fact. Studies have linked the effects of regular exercise to the tips of our chromosomes. The tips of our chromosomes are known to protect our DNA from damage when cells divide. Unfortunately, these tips shorten as a cell ages. In the long run, they fray to the point that they no longer protect our DNA and the cells become inactive or die. Researchers have also found that the tips can be lengthened or shortened. Regular exercise is one of the things that can add to longevity. This translates into more active cells in the body and reduced cell death by ageing. These changes may be microscopic but they contribute to overall vim and vigour in the body and fight off ageing. The overall effect […]
Mar 28

9 Easy Little Habits That Make People Stronger And More Resilient

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We’re hearing a lot about resilience these days and we need it more than ever. Unfortunately, however, much of the advice given isn’t always helpful. Often, it’s even overwhelming or impractical. For instance, you know you should exercise but that won’t do you any good if you don’t have the energy. And how the heck do you “feel your emotions” when you’ve shut out your feelings just to get through the day? Advice like this only adds to stress and can make you feel worse.   We need to start with small habits in order to improve ourselves. Rather than thinking about strength and resilience as big to-dos, it’s more helpful to think of these as traits that you will reinforce over time. A great place to start is with a few small actions that give immediate gratification. With regular practice, these will become little habits that improve your strength and resilience for when times get tough.   Here are 9 small habits to improve your strength and resilience. These small actions may seem inconsequential but they can make a big difference.   1. Savor the moment. The best things in life are often found in the small moments of pleasure and connection. Your […]
Mar 28

10 Healthy Habits of Pro Athletes

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Here are some easy, doable tips from pro athletes that you can use to look, feel, and perform your best every day, no matter what your baseline.   1. Start with a dynamic warm-up. Before tackling a high-intensity workout, five-time World Series champion Derek Jeter starts with calisthenics including jumping jacks, arm circles, pushups, lunges, and squats to warm up his muscles. While you may not need a lengthy cool-down post-workout, warm-ups are non-negotiable, because they help prevent injury, enhance performance, and can even stave off soreness. Ease into every fitness session with a few minutes of dynamic moves like Jeter’s.   2. Consider rest and recovery as important as the rest of your training. Three-time MLB All-Star and two-time MLB Home Run Champion Jose Bautista has to take every measure necessary to preserve his strength, and one crucial component of his training is rest. “My muscles get sore the next day if I don’t eat enough protein or drink enough water. Recovery time has a lot to do with diet,” he says.   3. Spend time fine-tuning your coordination. In his off-season workouts, Warriors point guard and 2015 MVP Steph Curry concentrates on “neuromuscular overload,” according to his trainer, […]
Mar 28

10 Home leg Workouts to add to your Exercise Regime

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It’s not always possible to get to the gym, work commitments, family life, the weather, we all get those days from time to time. To help you out, we’ve put together 10 fantastic home leg workouts to try in the comfort of your own living room. Don’t forget warm up first, however!   Squat A good old squat is the go-to stretch to really get those thighs and glutes working hard. Squats can be difficult at first as sometimes you naturally want to bend your knees. If you are sitting on a chair, lean forward, lift yourself up slightly, and remove the chair so the weight is on your heels. There’s your squat position!   Lunge Ever tied your shoelace? You’ve been lunging all this time, probably without even knowing it! If you’re going to be exercising at home then the lunge is a great home leg workout. Take a large step forward with a leg (as most people tend to use legs to move about) and lower the other leg. It’s important to keep your front shin vertical and your rear foot stretched out behind you. A successful lunge will work your hips, hamstrings, quads and glutes.   Single-Leg […]
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