By now, you are probably familiar with the wonderful benefits of yoga for adults, especially in relieving tension, improving flexibility and even for developing emotional stability. But did you know that your kids can also greatly benefit from private yoga lessons or attending yoga classes? Kids as young as three years old can start their yoga practice. By introducing them to … [Read more...]
Exercises
Tips for Keeping Fit on a Student Budget
Students living on a limited budget may feel that an expensive gym membership is not an affordable option for them. Fortunately, however, there are lots of cheap, and even free, ways for students to exercise and keep fit without spending much money. Take Advantage of College Facilities Colleges are quite aware of the propensity of students to gain a few pounds during their … [Read more...]
Aerobic Exercise – Are you Getting Enough?
Aerobic exercise, health expertâs state, does more than just keep you in shape. It reduces your risk of various health conditions, improves physical health, alleviates mood, improves mental health, improves your ability to handle stress, keeps depression at bay, and promotes a feeling of overall wellbeing. With so many important benefits that aerobic exercise offers, it is … [Read more...]
Basic Exercise Tips for Beginners: Start with Realistic Goals
Many people think that the harder and more often they work out, the faster they will see results. That is not always true. Many people unfortunately make the mistake of trying to do too much too fast and they injure themselves or they get frustrated and give up. Another problem people commonly have is that they get impatient if they do not reach their goals fast enough. … [Read more...]
Roller Derby – The Healthiest Way to Let Out Your Aggression!
Roller Derby a sport with a cult following Until a couple of years ago almost no one had ever heard of Roller Derby, one of the newest and most outrageous exercise forms, but in the past year it has begun to take over all over the world, especially with women - to whom it has become something of a cult activity. Womenâs sports are nothing new, as fitness forms such as … [Read more...]
Top 7 Obstacles to your Everyday Workout
What is your excuse for not working out daily? When the bathroom scales screams âone at a time please!â when you climb on them, it is time to pack up all excuses, pick up those dumbbells and get into a routine. There are other âobstaclesâ as well to overcome but strictly speaking they are mere excuses. But letâs start with the biggest obstacle. Self-discipline There is … [Read more...]
Hey Parents: It is Possible to Exercise, But It Wonât Be Easy
As mothers and fathers, our lives become filled with so many wonderful moments thanks to our children, but theyâre often at the sacrifice of time for ourselves. There are meals to prepare, diapers to change, practices to drive to, homework to help with, friends to pick up and toy cars to play with. Thereâs also the whirlwind trail of cleanup that comes after all of those … [Read more...]
Benefits of Doing Yoga in College
College life can be very demanding and stressful. Just imagine the number of homework, projects, research papers you need to accomplish not to mention the social gatherings and organization meetings you need to attend to. When your body is unable to handle stress, this could lead to many problems. So why not take care of your body? Yoga can definitely benefit you. 1. Yoga … [Read more...]
Fall Fitness Lifestyle
Just because itâs sweater weather doesnât mean you can hide those few extra pounds behind layers of clothing. If the end of summer and the beginning of the busy months of autumn have left you less-than-satisfied with your body, nowâs the perfect time to get into a workout regimen. Especially because getting into healthy habits now will help you stay motivated throughout the … [Read more...]
What’s the Deal with Exercising?
I love to exercise, and this baffles my friends who are couch potatoes. âWhy put yourself through unnecessary pain?â they always say. For me, leading an active lifestyle has really changed my life. In fact, exercising has a lot more benefits other than the obvious: a summer body all year round. I know I have the means to achieve my goals when I put my mind to it I am more … [Read more...]