Everyday practical exercises without a gym membership
The Many Benefits of Tai Chi
For years yoga has become increasingly popular as a form of exercise and stretching. In most yoga poses, one’s back is arched and the joints are locked, but for those with joint or back pains, these stationary poses may be more difficult, which explains the recent...
Just A Little Exercise Can Have A Big Impact
We all know the benefits to exercising. However, some workouts can appear overwhelming and turn people off from physical activity. Fortunately, a new study focused on middle-aged women led by Miranda Armstrong found that women do not have to be “super athletes” to...
Inactivity Is Worse Than Obesity
Especially in today’s often hectic and fast-paced society, it can be easy, and very enticing, to simply plop down on the couch after a long, busy day. But it’s not until we binge-watch an entire series on Netflix that we realize just how long we’ve been sitting down,...
Walk 20 Minutes and Live Longer
It is no secret that exercise offers many health benefits for the body and mind. But did you know that inactivity may kill twice as many people as obesity? According to a new study at the Cambridge University, just 20 minutes of walking may cut the risk of premature...
Improve Your Quality of Life with Weight Training
We all know that our bodies lose muscle as our age increases, but did you know that doctors say this process can begin as early as when we are 25 years old? With that fact in mind, it is important to incorporate a daily exercise routine at any age. Weight training is...
