Fitness

So you just quit smoking and is new to the idea of “healthy living.” It can be overwhelming to switch from one lifestyle to another. But there is no rush. The fact that you are willing to exercise after quitting a two-decade-old habit is a great step towards achieving a healthy lifestyle. To ease yourself into a healthy body, consider …

So you’ve completed 500 sit-ups and crunches for weeks and still, you’re not getting the results you want. What could you be doing wrong? Below are the most common workout mistakes that keep you from achieving the abs of your dreams: Your Workout Repertoire Lack Variety One of the best ways to build defined abs is to combine isolation abdominal …

Achieving a certain level of physical fitness is an important part of improving health. And if you’ve been hitting the gym five times per week for months, then you must be anxious to find out how fit you’ve become. There are five elements of physical fitness: Muscular Strength, Muscular Endurance, Cardiovascular Endurance, Flexibility, and Body Fat Composition. If you’ve attained …

Good nutrition is a part of any fitness training. It must be observed at all times to keep the body in tip-top shape. When you’re running, the amount of calories you consume will depend on the intensity of your workout. A one-mile run burns approximately 100 calories. But this depends on your build and your pace. Of course, you want …

Choreographed fitness programs like Zumba and Les Mills are fun, exciting ways to stay fit. The social aspect of these classes is one of the reasons why it’s so popular. Zumba and Les Mills can be customized to accommodate beginner and advanced fitness level. These workout programs are low-impact so even older people can try them. Today we are listing …

Boxing isn’t all about brawling or knocking someone over ringside. The enormous efforts put in perfecting the footwork and punch combinations make boxing a physically and mentally challenging sport. And it’s no secret that boxing burns a lot of calories. It also keeps the body toned and powerful. New to boxing? In today’s post, we are giving you tips and …

It happens to the best of us, leg muscles suddenly cramping after an intensive workout. It’s one of the small annoyances of building a better, stronger body. Thankfully, you don’t have to grit your teeth and bear the pain. These all-natural remedies are sure to prevent yet another painful episode of leg cramping: 1. Apple Cider Vinegar Cramping is usually …

Plyometrics is a type of shock training or jump training that originated in Russia 40 years ago. Dr. Yuri Verkhoshansky developed the principle of plyometrics. Dr. Verkhoshansky observed how Olympians seem to develop more power after coming out of a higher altitude landing. And from there on, he developed a workout that stretch the muscles more effectively than a normal …

Healthy knees are important for individuals who lead an active lifestyle. If you’ve got bad knees, you’re not able to engage yourself in more intense workout. That’s why it pays to adopt measures to protect the knees when working out. In today’s post, we are listing down smart ways to keep the knees and joints protected while you exercise: Do …

Rebounding exercise – more popularly known as rebounding – refers to a low-impact workout that uses a mini-trampoline or any type of “rebounder.” The main concept of rebounding is bouncing up and down to improve posture, strengthen muscles and tendons as well as to achieve a healthy body. Rebounding is comprised of three types: Health, Strength and Aerobic Bounce. Health …