Mar 28

Can you exercise with Covid? What doctors recommend

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Can you exercise with Covid? If you’re testing positive for the virus and really feeling it then a workout will likely be the furthest thing from your mind. But with 1 in 3 people contracting coronavirus without symptoms, many are wondering if it’s safe to work out while recovering.  Of course we know by now that if you test positive for coronavirus, you must self-isolate at home. This is regardless of whether you’ve been fully vaccinated (including the Covid booster jab) or you’ve tested positive within the last six months. If you go out, you’re more than likely to pass the virus onto others – even if you’re asymptomatic. And with the new, possibly-more-transmissable Omicron variant on the scene, this advice is more important than ever. But a home workout, complete with all your own the fitness equipment – probably purchased during one of three previous lockdowns – may still be allowed according to doctors.   Can you exercise with Covid? While there is nothing to stop you working out at home with Covid-19, GP Dr Giuseppe Aragona says it’s not advisable. “It is physically possible to partake in exercise with Covid and there is minimal risk with this. Some […]
Mar 28

5 Ways You Can Improve The Connection Between Your Mind And Muscle

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The mind muscle connection in simple terms means that you are having a mental attachment with your body while you are performing various activities. So in order to reach your figure goals, you need to have a good mind-muscle connection, but what are the ways in which you can build it? Take a look. • Focus on muscle training – When you visit the gym you might be more tempted on lifting the weight and increasing them. The thing that you should keep in mind is that you are at the gym to train your muscles and not to just lift x pounds. That should never be your goal, your goal should be to focus on your main target. • Visualize it – If you want to sculpt your physique then visualizing it will always help you to reach towards your goal. If possible train in front of a mirror. So every time that you flex your muscles, you will be able to see how great you look and keep at it instead of giving up. • Warm up sets for every exercise – if you have some particular exercises in mind for a certain day then you need to […]
Mar 28

Part II: Quick and Easy Ten-Minute Workout

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Getting back into shape after the festive season can always be a struggle, especially when trying to get back into a regular fitness routine. This quick and easy workout routine offers a nice return to exercise, as these simple yoga poses should help relax your mind, work the body’s flexibility and core. Here is the remaining yoga poses that finish off this ten minute workout. The Pigeon Start by getting into the hands-and-knees position, which is essentially being on all fours, with your knees and hands flat on the ground, facing downwards. Then bring forward your left knee to that it is sitting just behind the left arm. Tuck under your left foot so that the toes are sitting close to your right hip, whilst keeping your left knee just in front of your left hip. Then stand your upper body in the upright position and start to inhale. Upon exhaling, walk the hands in a forwards direction on the ground and stop as soon it becomes too much of a stress to stretch any further. More flexible people may manage to lie part of their torso onto their left thigh, although it’s not essential. As the same time as […]
Mar 27

5 Surprising Reasons Why You’re Struggling With Workout Consistency

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It’s not just OK—it should be a priority—to put your health and fitness first.   Workout consistency often feels unattainable in our busy lives. For many people faced with handling multiple family and professional responsibilities, it oftentimes feels easier to believe we can’t find the time instead of working to make the time to get in a good sweat. Some of us would rather lean on a whole bunch of justifications and rationalizations, which in reality are just polite code words for excuses. At the same time, they place their fitness goals—and the time needed to achieve these goals—at the bottom of the priority scale and instead accept the increased risk of long-term health issues. Skipping out on your workouts should not be an option, even if you believe you have no time to train, All it takes to get your fitness priorities in order is address some minor bottlenecks, then shift a few beliefs and attitudes that aren’t serving us in any beneficial way. You might find one or more solutions to your complacency among these five surprising reasons why you’re struggling with workout consistency. These reasons also provide convenient excuses not to even try, so let’s shatter them […]
Mar 27

10 killer 10-minute workouts to get you in your best shape ever

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Just have a few minutes to squeeze in a quick workout? Here are some of our favorite options   There’s an undeniable satisfaction that comes from checking off your workout on your to-do list for the day. Not only is exercise associated with a lot of long-term physical and mental health benefits, but it also just feels good in the moment to know that you’ve invested in yourself and your health. Plus, the mood-boosting benefits of a good workout can be quite powerful. Unfortunately, between hectic schedules and limited energy, it’s not always possible to get in a solid 30- to 60-minute workout every day. However, when your schedule is jam-packed and you don’t have a sizable chunk of time to hit the gym or go for a run, rather than abandon ship and nix your workout altogether, you can do a mini 10-minute workout. Some exercise is always better than none. Even a quick 10-minute workout can be surprisingly beneficial for your health and mood while still being easy to squeeze in, even on the busiest of days. Keep reading for some ideas and inspiration for the shortest workout routines that will get your heart pumping and body moving […]
Mar 27

The ‘ultimate’ anti-ageing exercise that can ‘completely’ change your body

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The ‘healing’ exercise has been providing impressive results for over 100 years. An expert has revealed how a 100-year-old form of exercise can promise a “completely new body” and make you look and feel much younger. Ageing is a natural process, but if you want to take action and feel your best as you get older, adopting a certain fitness regime that promotes healing and regeneration could help you achieve this. That exercise is Pilates, which strengthens your muscles and gets you moving while also having plenty of anti-ageing benefits. It’s also low-intensity and low impact, making it accessible for people of almost all abilities to take up. To help people understand how beneficial Pilates can be, instructor Abby McLachlan spoke to the Express and shared how it can act as the ultimate anti-ager. She said: “Pilates is nearly 100 years old, with origins rooted in healing and rehabilitation. “It was invented by Joseph Pilates initially to help fellow inmates develop muscle strength at an internment camp on the Isle of Man but now is practised in gyms and boutique studios around the world, including at East of Eden in Walthamstow. “Like yoga, it is a mind and body practise, […]
Mar 27

Stress leads to many health issues. Try these strategies and feel better

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Have you been stressed recently? Is it impacting your mental and physical health? Know that you are not alone! Today we will discuss what stress looks like, how it impacts your health and ways to manage it.   Stress affects your waste line Stress is a part of everyday life for most people, but it can have a significant impact on weight management. When we are stressed, our bodies release the hormone cortisol, which can lead to weight gain, particularly in the abdominal area. This can make it extremely difficult to maintain a healthy weight, and can also lead to other health problems such as high blood pressure and diabetes.   Navigating stress, weight management The relationship between stress and weight management is complex and can be difficult to know how to combat it. However, there are several strategies that can help you manage your stress and maintain a healthy weight. The first step is to fully understand the connection between the two. Stress can cause a number of physical and emotional changes in the body, including increased appetite and cravings for sugary or fatty foods. These changes can make it difficult to resist the temptation to indulge in unhealthy […]
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 27

How to Run Alone Safely: What You Need to Know

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Scared to run alone? You aren’t the only one. Here are some safety tips to keep in mind. Some people turn to running to decompress from the day and focus on themselves. It not only provides moments of relief from day-to-day stressors, but it can also promote community through local groups, organizations or clubs. Although, this isn’t for everyone; maybe you enjoy running alone. But is there such a thing as safety when running by yourself? Bottom line: Running alone shouldn’t be dangerous. Yet forces beyond our control make it impossible to completely eliminate risk — for women, especially.   Is it OK to run alone? Yes, of course, it is OK to run alone. Some runners I know personally prefer to run by themselves. Not everyone has access to local run clubs or other running friends, especially if you have just moved to a new city. Even if you do, maybe you are training for a certain race and need to run longer distances than your friends. Either way, every runner will need to run on their own every once in a while. Running alone, however, doesn’t come without its risks. A 2017 survey from Runner’s World reported that […]
Mar 27

How Yoga Can Help Boost Immunity

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Our body’s immune system plays a pivotal role in our health.  It fights viruses, bacteria and defends us from ailments. For years, medical practitioners have emphasized the importance of building immunity, which can be achieved by adopting a healthy lifestyle. A nutritious diet, healthy sleeping habits and physical activity such as Yoga, enhances our body’s natural defence mechanism. Yoga is more than just an exercise. It is a way of life. A 5000-year-old subtle science, it focuses on bringing harmony between the mind and the body. It is a combination of physical exercise, diet control, breathing techniques and concentration, which strengthens the body and relaxes the mind. This, in turn, improves immunity. Here are 3 ways in which Yoga helps boost our immunity:   1. It reduces stress: Stress is one of the leading causes of sickness. This is because stress reduces our immune system’s ability to fight off antigens, making us more susceptible to infections. Here are 2 Yogasanas that help reduce stress. Sasakasana: Also known as the rabbit pose, it is the perfect yoga posture for reducing stress. It supplies blood to the crown of the head, which helps in relieving stress. It also strengthens the spine, stretches […]
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