Lifting heavy objects is one of the most common causes of back injuries. Lifting an object that is too heavy or not lifting a heavy object correctly can cause strains to muscles, tears to ligaments and even spinal injuries such as slipped discs. There are several ways in which you can protect your back while […]
Yoga & Exercises
Swimming: The Pros & Cons of Taking It Up!
Swimming is one of those things most people learn to do when they’re children, but never really do it ever again. A lot of you probably went to a local swimming pool and learned how to swim, maybe getting a few badges along the way. For whatever reason, you stopped going and have never properly […]
5 Reasons to Introduce Meditation Into Your Routine
Meditation is a way to make a connection between your internal and external worlds. It allows you to focus, find inner peace, and improve your overall wellbeing. One of the great things about meditation is that you can do it any time and anywhere, and it’s free. You don’t necessarily need any equipment to do […]
Reasons Why You Aren’t Getting Toned Even Though You’re Hitting the Gym
If you are constantly working out but don’t feel as though you are seeing any real results, then you will know how frustrating this can be. You may feel as though you are not getting the toned body you want even though you are putting the hours in and this can be frustrating to say […]
Working Out Your Whole Body
How often do you workout, on average? Maybe once or twice a week? Maybe three or four times? Maybe you’re always in the gym? No matter how long you spend running on that circuit or spending time in front of an exercise machine, it’s important to note how much you’re working each part of your […]
Keeping Fit When Your Gym Is Closed
If your local gym has been closed down as a result of coronavirus – or for any other reason – then you are still probably going to want to stay fit. Of course, that can be problematic, and if you are used to attending the gym every day then you are going to find that […]
Fitness Is Nothing Without a Healthy Self-Image
No matter how much you take care of yourself, it can sometimes be relatively fruitless in terms of emotional satisfaction unless you give yourself the respect you are due. It’s not uncommon to see those with great frames looking in the mirror unsatisfied because they feel they’re not good enough. Then again, it’s better to […]
More Muscle & Less Fat: Top 7 Ways to Change Your Body Composition
About 42% of adults in America are affected by obesity and other unhealthy weight gain issues. And, what is even more worrying is that the options for fast food and unhealthy drinks continue to increase. This is making it increasingly difficult for most Americans to maintain a healthy weight.
4 Great Exercises for People That Hate Going to the Gym
Getting a gym membership is usually the first step for most people that want to get in shape. Hitting the gym a few times a week is a great way to lose weight and tone up and if you stick to your routine, you will start to see results. But what if going to the […]
Tips to Care for Your Body After a Workout
Working out is important for your body and your health in general. Going to the gym and working out can be hard enough, but when you’ve done it, you feel a lot better for it. However, making sure you look after your body after workouts is important because it then allows you to get back […]