Fitness

The Wim Hof method is a meditation method that allows a person to control his autonomic nervous and immune system through a variety of meditative and breathing techniques. Dutch daredevil Wim Hof developed this technique. Nicknamed the “Ice Man,” Hof has the ability to withstand extreme cold. He is known for racing through frozen terrain barefoot and almost naked. Hof …

Swimming is the perfect workout. It tones the muscles, boosts lung capacity, and strengthens the joints. Regular swimming improves circulation while reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Because swimming is a low impact workout, it is kinder to the joints than traditional cardio exercises such as jogging or running. Of course, not everyone is comfortable in the water. Being a …

The right underwear is important when working out. When you exercise, sweat accumulates in various parts of the body, including the groin area. To ensure a comfortable workout, you have to choose the best underwear material according to your needs. But with so many materials to choose from, which ones should you get? In today’s post, we are listing down …

The concept of a pull-up looks simple enough but executing this move is very hard. Even fitness veterans struggle with pull-ups because it takes a certain level of upper body strength to execute this move perfectly. To perfect the pull-ups, you have to tone one of the biggest muscle groups in the body, the latissimus dorsi. If you want to …

Did you know that working out according to your body type would lead to better gains and faster weight loss? Our bodies are different, they respond to stimulus differently too. To help you achieve the body you have always dreamed of, we are listing down expert tips to training according to your body frame: Endomorphs An endomorph has a full …

There is more to muscle building than lifting heavy weights. To achieve a perfectly toned physique, you have to educate yourself about the three laws of muscle building: Muscle Tension, Metabolic Stress, and Muscle Damage. By learning the 3 laws of muscle building, you will create an effective workout and achieve results in half the time. These laws are interrelated …

Hatha yoga is the most popular form of yoga, especially in the west. Also known as Haṭhavidyā, Hatha yoga focused on physical posturing (Asanas), meditation (dhyana) and breathing techniques (pranayama) to achieve better health and well-being. It enhances circulation, tones the soft tissues, and stretches the ligaments, and spine. Hatha yoga promotes balance and flexibility as well as calm of …

Crohn’s disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease or IBD that affects the gastrointestinal tract. This condition affects millions of people around the world. Symptoms of Crohn’s disease include abdominal pain, diarrhea, bloody diarrhea, rapid weight loss, and fever. The good news is, you can still exercise even if you are afflicted with Crohn’s disease. However, because the gastrointestinal …

Crunch Fitness is a chain of fitness clubs founded by former stockbroker Doug Levine in 1989. Featuring a trendy approach to fitness, engaging classes, and an energetic environment, Crunch Fitness is one of the most popular fitness clubs in the US. At the moment, Crunch Fitness has 20 facilities in 6 American cities. The objective of Crunch Fitness is to …

Muscular confusion is a term used to describe a fitness theory that repeating the same exercise again and again will render it ineffective. According to the theory, when you perform the same exercise repeatedly, the muscle gets “used” to the activity. You could be spending hours performing the same exercise and you will not get the same results. This leads …