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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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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These at-home arm exercises are simple yet effective in building strength and toning your arms. Incorporate them into your fitness routine regularly, and you’ll see visible results in no time! Arm workouts are a crucial part of any fitness routine. Toned arms not only look great but also help in performing daily tasks with ease. However, going to the gym isn’t always possible due to time constraints or other factors. This is where at-home arm exercises come in handy. Here are some effective arm exercises that you can do at home without any equipment: Push-ups: Push-ups are a highly effective compound exercise that work on various muscle groups simultaneously, such as your chest, shoulders, triceps, and core. If you find push-ups challenging, start by doing modified push-ups on your knees, gradually working your way up to full push-ups. Tricep dips: To do this exercise, you’ll need a sturdy chair or bench. Sit on the edge of the chair with your hands gripping the edge, fingers pointing towards your feet. Walk your feet out until your hips are off the chair, and your arms are straight. From here, bend your elbows, lowering your body towards the ground, then push […]
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Making exercise a habit is an excellent idea. Regular physical activity offers multiple benefits to our health, including: Improving circulation Promoting brain health and improving cognitive function Facilitating weight management Reducing the risk of heart disease Strengthening bones and muscles Improving sleep quality Reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression Depending on your type of exercise, it can be beneficial to exercise a little regularly rather than for hours in one go. Moreover, doing small amounts frequently is a great way to build a habit, which can help you keep your commitment when the going gets tough. Here is what you should know to develop a healthy, lifelong exercise habit. 1. Set SMART goals A SMART goal is: Specific Measurable Actionable Realistic Time-Bound Getting healthier by running more is a dream. Like a dream, it can feel powerful and inspiring at first, but chances are that you will gradually lose focus. On the contrary, losing 5 pounds in June by running 30 mins three times a week is a clear, doable goal. It has a time limit and a way of knowing whether you have achieved the goal, which makes it more likely to happen. 2. Exercise […]
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Exercise is an excellent way to increase serotonin and dopamine levels. Boosting your mental health may be as simple as moving your body. Exercise can improve your mood and relieve symptoms of depression and anxiety. It’s also a great way to alleviate stress. Exercise can sometimes be a loaded term, especially for people who don’t love going to the gym. Thankfully, you don’t have to become a bodybuilder to reap the mental health benefits. You’re probably already doing some of the work. These are the reigning champs if you’re looking for the best exercises for mental health. For more mental health tips, see how you can improve your mood without therapy and how to change your diet to benefit your mental wellness. Why should you exercise for mental health? Exercise makes you feel good about yourself. When I say exercise, I don’t only mean hitting the gym and pumping iron. Exercise is anything that gets you moving. You don’t have to leave your house to boost your mental wellness with physical activity. Benefits of exercise on your mental health: Improved body image Better mood Lower depression and anxiety symptoms Reduced symptoms of ADHD Higher self-esteem Sense of […]
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Exercise doesn’t always involve the gym — some common tasks and errands count, too. Only 23% of US adults meet all the weekly exercise guidelines, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, despite understanding the health benefits of working out. So even though you know everyone should exercise regularly, chances are high that you have trouble motivating yourself to actually do it. So what gives? There are a lot of reasons that people don’t exercise more. You may be short on time or energy, or you may not have the equipment that you feel like you need. But while you might imagine sneakers, sports bras and weight benches when you think of “exercise,” you don’t have to hit the gym to meet the CDC’s guidelines for physical activity. In fact, the CDC’s 2018 National Health Statistics report, which contains that 23% statistic, doesn’t mention the word “exercise” once. Instead, it’s all about physical activity and movement — whether for work, play or by doctor’s orders. For most of human history, physical activity was incorporated into people’s daily lives in the form of labor and chores. These days, people spend a lot more time sitting still on couches, […]
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The first rule of intuitive eating is to reject the diet mentality, but its principles can still support healthy weight management. A dietitian explains how. Diet trends can be really tempting. Whether you want to lose weight, boost your energy or just feel a little healthier, it can be difficult to resist the urge to jump on the latest viral diet plan. The problem is that fad diets just don’t work. In fact, the whole idea of “dieting” is flawed. According to the Endocrine Society, about 80% of people who lose weight will ultimately gain it back again. Regaining those pounds, particularly in a yo-yo dieting mode, not only interferes with your ability to maintain a healthy weight, it can take a toll on your physical and emotional health. One way to avoid these pitfalls is to ease up on traditional dieting and take a different tack. Intuitive eating is a realistic and reasonable approach to eating that eschews trends and encourages you to pay attention to what your body needs. What is intuitive eating? Intuitive eating is a non-diet approach designed to help people who want to lose weight or change their relationship to food move beyond […]
