Fitness health information
According to a review of yoga and cardiovascular disease published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, yoga may help lower your heart disease risk as much as conventional exercise, such as walking. The studies in the review looked at different types of yoga, including both mild and more strenuous forms. The participants ranged in age and heart…
Spring has sprung and it’s time to get back outside and reinvigorate your outdoor workout. Outdoor exercise provides benefits beyond what you would experience by completing that same workout indoors. Exercising outdoors increases your exposure to sunlight, enhancing vitamin D production, which has been linked to improving mood, promoting bone health, boosting immune system function, and reducing inflammation. Four Outdoor Workouts…
Summer is right around the corner. It’s the perfect time to get outside and exercise. There are so many more fun options including swimming, paddling, running, cycling and even gardening. But the summer heat can be dangerous if you’re not careful, particularly in areas with extreme heat and humidity. The biggest issue is usually dehydration and maintaining… Read more »
Spring is here and longer daylight hours and better weather are leading you toward living a healthier lifestyle, including more exercise. It’s time to spring into action! But how do you ensure that your fitness trend becomes a habit and not something that will fade with the next season? Here are some tips to get… Read more »
Getting creative and sneaking in a mini workout during your lunch break makes smart use of your time while giving you an energy boost. And when done right, you won’t even look like you broke a sweat. Most of these suggestions get you away from your desk while changing the definition of taking a lunch… Read more »
Staying active as you get older doesn’t need to be complicated. But it is important to incorporate various types of exercise into your daily routine. This will help reduce monotony thereby increasing your chances of sticking with it. By changing things up, you will also increase the overall health benefits of the exercise. There are… Read more »