Mar 24

Balance Your Workouts with Getaways and Holidays

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We all work hard throughout the year so it is important to take a number of holidays and weekend getaways to relax the mind, so we feel fresh again. Relaxation is almost as good as exercises because of the profound effect it has on the body and mind. However, for the rest of the year, you need to work out regularly about 3 to 5 times weekly. You can choose your preferred activity, but it is important to be active and avoid a sedentary lifestyle. There are plenty of benefits for leading this kind of lifestyle. Find an activity that delights you You need to identify a suitable exercise or activity that you like. Examples include brisk walking, jogging, swimming or even joining a team sport such as basketball and so on. This way, you will be active and be engaged in an activity that pleases you. Try to engage in this activity three to five times every week. You can work with partners if this makes it easier for you. Join a martial arts class If you love martial arts or disciplined training, then you can find a good gym offering these in your neighborhood. Martial arts will toughen […]
Mar 24

Get To Healthier Living With These 10 Steps

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So many of us are focused on having healthy a lifestyle, we easily overlook the basics that can help us have that. Here we are going to look at 10 of those things, which are really common sense, but over looked all the same: 1. Water: Health experts tell us that we need no less than eight to ten 8 ounce glasses daily. This doesn’t all come from just glass after glass of water. It can come from the beverages and foods you consume as well. A rule-of-thumb is drink an 8 ounce glass of before each meal. Sometimes that feeling of hunger is dehydration. 2. Fruit: The daily recommendation of having plenty of fresh fruits doesn’t have to be at meal time. Grabbing a piece of fruit between meals is recommended too. 3. Protein: Each meal should have protein included such as beans, fish and red meat. If you can’t eat a full meal, there are protein bars and protein shakes that are good for your body too. 4. Avoid: The foods you should cut back on or avoid altogether are instant oatmeal, potatoes of any kind and white breads. These things turn to sugar quickly and your body […]
Mar 24

8 NATURAL WAYS TO BOOST ENERGY

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Do you feel sapped of your energy even before the clock strikes 4? Is your first instinct to grab a can of soda or a cup of coffee to get through the rest of the day? Things are now about to change- keep reading to know more about the 8 best ways to boost energy naturally! Chew Gum Try it once, and you’ll carry a bunch of chewing gum strips everywhere with you- this simple act can actually help increase alertness dramatically. So the next time you’re feeling drowsy in the middle of a class or an important presentation, chew on some sugar-free gum. Turn on the Lights The body can feel drained of energy when it is devoid of exposure to natural light, and if you’re one of those caught in the 9 to 5 work routine, and your office cubicle isn’t near a window, try switching on all the lights you have access to- it’ll be almost as effective as natural light. Get Out Researchers say that nature is fuel for the soul, and what could be better than stepping out for a few minutes into the nature when you’re feeling drained? Many studies have found that this […]
Mar 23

Make the Most of Your Workouts With These 8 Mindfulness Hacks

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During a workout, many people go into autopilot, letting their minds wander as they move their bodies, challenge their muscles, and get their hearts pumping faster. And while there are times when zoning out can be helpful, staying mindful as you move can bring a surprising array of perks, regardless of the type of physical activity you’re doing. That’s right — mindfulness isn’t just for yoga anymore! You can practice mindfulness when you’re walking, running, cycling, swimming, or even engaging in strength training.   What physical and mental health benefits does mindfulness have? Though there are many ways to practice mindfulness in your workouts, all involve focusing on the present moment — on what you’re doing and how you’re feeling, without judging yourself or your performance. The idea is to engage both your mind and body as you hone in on your exercise intentions, the specific muscles you’re working, and how you’re feeling as you move. In addition to improving the quality of your movements, which in turn decreases your risk of injury, this approach can help you feel more connected to your physique; which is satisfying in and of itself. “If you’re focusing on executing the moves and paying […]
Mar 23

Yoga: Follow These 7 Tips To Avoid Injuries As A Beginner

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Body, mind, and spirit are all part of the age-old practice of yoga, which includes all we require to lead peaceful lives. Regular yoga practice elevates an individual to a greater degree of good, optimism, and health. You will see yoga’s advantages and how it affects your life if you keep practicing it frequently. You may have noticed this as a physical change, a shift in perspective, better interpersonal conduct, or greater health. As a beginner, yoga can seem physically challenging and even unsafe if not performed correctly. Yoga focuses on stretching all our muscles and improving overall flexibility in our bodies. If not performed correctly, you might be prone to yoga-induced injury. Continue reading this article as we discuss how you can avoid getting injured while performing yoga.   Follow these tips to perform yoga without getting injured:   1. Practice focus and awareness The secret to doing yoga is to feel the poses and be in the moment. This is crucial to both getting the most out of the activity and lowering the chance of injuries. The essence of yoga practice is living in the present. It’s common for minds to stray and consider different things. When it […]
Mar 23

Yoga for runners: eight moves to improve flexibility and strength

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Yoga for runners: the lowdown on the best yoga postures for runners Have you ever considered yoga for runners? Yoga has many benefits that extend beyond maintaining flexibility. Yoga can help you sleep better, improve your concentration, increase your stamina, help you to build muscular strength, improve your balance and lower your resting heart rate. All of these things can help runners perform better, with research from the International Journal of Yoga (opens in new tab) finding that yoga can actually help athletes to improve the uptake and utilization of oxygen during exercise, making the body more efficient. Yoga is normally practiced on a yoga mat. The best yoga mats (opens in new tab) are comfortable for bonier joints and have a sticky texture to ensure you can stay firmly planted when holding postures. But there isn’t a right or wrong when it comes to runners practicing yoga as many postures will benefit them. We’ve put together some of the best yoga postures for runners to help you get started, with the help of expert physiotherapist Kelly Rotheram.   1. Downward dog Physiotherapist Kelly Rotheram explains why the downward dog is beneficial for runners to practice, “It works on both […]
Mar 23

Stress At Work? Follow These 7 Tips To Relax Yourself Mentally & Physically While At Work

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Work Stress: In this article, we list tips that can help you lower your work stress and improve your physical and mental health.   It’s normal to have some stress, especially when a deadline or difficult assignment is pending. However, if work stress persists, it may have an adverse effect on both your physical and emotional health. Even if you enjoy what you do, work stress can be inescapable. nevertheless, there are things you can do to reduce it. You must make time to relax otherwise your mental and physical health may suffer. In this article, we list tips that can help you lower your work stress and improve your physical and mental health. These 7 tips will help you unwind physically and mentally from prolonged work stress:   1. Take breaks Taking breaks from work between tasks is crucial for your mental health, whether you operate from an office or from home. If you don’t take a break, you can find yourself losing focus and concentration, experiencing exhaustion, getting neck or back pain, or experiencing strain in your eyes, all of which can make you feel worried and irritated.   2. Eat right & throughout the day A consistent, […]
Mar 23

5 Good Habits That Might Cause Premature Aging

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When does something healthy become unhealthy? When you do it too much, to the exclusion of other choices   Like most of us, you’ve probably been hit over the head for the past few years with the “power of habits”: the idea that locking in some simple, healthy everyday behaviors will set you on a course for greater well-being. And there’s a lot of truth to that conventional wisdom. But even healthy habits can benefit from a shake-up. When you take the same handful of ostensibly positive actions day in and day out, it often means you’re missing out on a variety of options and activities that could offer a wider array of benefits. We asked experts in medicine, nutrition, exercise and more about the healthy habits they wish people would take breaks from, especially those who want to stay in tip-top shape as they graduate from their 50s, 60s and 70s.   Habit 1: You walk every day for exercise Walking is terrific. Everybody should walk more. It helps maintain strength in your heart, brain and joints, among other benefits. But with age, people often end up pigeonholing themselves into one type of workout — usually walking — and […]
Mar 23

10 Lessons We’ve Learned About Eating Well

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Water vs. seltzer? Can food affect the brain? We’ve rounded up useful research on diet and nutrition to stay healthy in the new year. As 2021 came to a close, we looked back on our reporting on diet and nutrition to glean tips we could bring into a new year. Here are 10 findings to remember next time you head to the supermarket or to the kitchen.   1. Look at patterns in your diet, rather than focusing on “good” or “bad” foods. In October, the American Heart Association released new dietary guidelines to improve the hearts and health of Americans of all ages and life circumstances. Instead of issuing a laundry list of “thou shalt not eats,” the committee focused on how people could make lifelong changes, taking into account each individual’s likes and dislikes as well as ethnic and cultural practices and life circumstances. “For example, rather than urging people to skip pasta because it’s a refined carbohydrate, a more effective message might be to tell people to eat it the traditional Italian way, as a small first-course portion,” Jane Brody explained.   2. What you eat can affect your mental health. As people grappled with higher levels […]
Mar 23

Stay Strong: Keeping Your Mind And Body Healthy

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After about a month of staying home to prevent the further spread of COVID-19, we’ve learned to work, play and socialize from the confines of our living space. But with uncertainty still swirling around when we will be able to return to normal, we may be dealing with restlessness and feelings of isolation. Two CSU experts offer tips for coping by keeping our minds and bodies active, strong and healthy in circumstances that are challenging us both mentally and physically.​   A Strong Mind   1. Change your attitude. Adapting to this unusual situation poses plenty of mental and emotional challenges—from learning to work productively at home to relying on technology to connect with other people. And since outings are limited to a walk around the neighborhood or a trip to the grocery store, we may be further challenged as we’re confronted with a seeming loss of freedom. But adjusting our “attitude can change the way we frame those challenges from being frustrations to being opportunities [to grow],” says Richard Addante, Ph.D., professor of psychology at California State University, San Bernardino. “You might not be able to go to work, but this is an opportunity to maybe catch up on […]
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