The Best Macronutrient Ratio for Your Goals
Macronutrients are more than just a weight loss trend. Also referred to as “macros,” macronutrients are chemicals from foods that are required by the body in large amounts for growth, energy, and maintenance. Personal trainers and dietitians evaluate macronutrient ratios to understand where their clients’ calories are coming from and identify dietary imbalances. However, macronutrient […]
The Most Common Exercise Among People With Arthritis
Exercise is essential for individuals with arthritis. It improves strength and flexibility, alleviates joint pain, and aids in combating weariness. Exercising when you have stiff and painful joints can be quite overwhelming. However, you do not need to run a marathon to lessen arthritis symptoms. Even light exercise can alleviate pain. There are various exercises […]
Thoracic Mobility Exercises to Address Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain can seemingly come from anywhere. Sometimes, it’s the result of injury or poor posture while sitting. Either way, the pain can become debilitating. By performing certain stretching exercises, you can often alleviate the pain and gain mobility. Here are six exercises you can do to lessen shoulder pain. Foam Roller Thoracic Extension This […]
Too Busy to Exercise? 4 Crucial Exercises You Can Do in 5 Minutes
Even if you have barely any free time during your day, you can find ways to tone muscle, burn fat and build endurance. Here are four easy exercises that require no special equipment and can pay off when consistently done just one minute per day. Planks The humble plank is one of the simplest exercises […]
What’s the Link Between Physical Activity and Health?
Physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health. It can help you control your weight, reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke, improve your mental health and mood and increase your chances of living a longer, healthier life. Even if you already have heart disease, physical activity […]
When and How Should You Restart Your Workouts After Having COVID?
Many people find that excessive sweating results from COVID-19, which is a condition that can affect individuals with an immune deficiency. When someone with the condition exercises, they experience symptoms like heat advisories and hyperthermia. However, they are not necessarily aware of the signs of this condition because it manifests in many different ways. Restarting […]
Why Exercise Boosts Mood and Energy
According to a renowned sports medicine specialist based in New York, Robert Gotlin, exercise is essential in boosting mood and energy. Once the mood and energy are boosted, individuals have tremendous improvement in their overall health and well-being. Release of Natural Hormones Exercises cause an increase in the release of natural hormones in the body […]
Why You Should Build Your Glutes, Plus The Best Exercises For It
Paying attention to your glutes is about much more than aesthetics. If you lead a relatively sedentary lifestyle where you spend most of your days sitting, you need to prioritize strengthening your glutes, or you’ll develop pain. Strong glutes provide many benefits, including explosive push-off power to help you with daily tasks. Here’s why you […]
Why You Should Incorporate Pilates Into Strength Training Exercises
According to the IHRSA, Pilates is women’s most popular gym activity. But it’s not just for the ladies. If you’re wondering whether to add Pilates to your strength-training fitness regimen, consider that its founder, Joseph Pilates, was a German boxer. Pilates is trendier than ever, but its upsides are timeless. Regular practice provides multiple benefits, […]
Work Out Your Body to Transform Your Mind
Consistent physical activity is a cornerstone of a healthy lifestyle. Exercise minimizes the risk of everything from heart disease to arthritis. Exercising doesn’t just change your waistline. It also has a profound effect on mental health. The scientific evidence is overwhelming. Doctors and therapists often recommend exercise as an initial treatment for mood disorders. […]