When conjuring an image of a person practicing yoga, you may be prone to imagining exceptional flexibility and stretching of the body into bent poses. However, while yoga does have a large stretching component to its foundation, the physical activity…
For over a century, Pilates has been a method of exercise used for rehabilitation, medical treatment, and physical activity, as well as being a part of wellness regimens, reports Cleveland Clinic. Named after the creator of the fitness method, Joseph…
If you’ve ever had an exercise-related injury, you know how joint pain can make you wince at the thought of exercising. Arthritis sufferers know joint pain well, but people with anxiety, depression, and stress might also experience it (via Cleveland…
You know the strength training standard for beginners. It’s usually about choosing a weight that’s heavy enough to lift 10 times, then doing three sets of that (via Men’s Health). Sure, some will advise lifting heavy weights for six reps,…
Mention the word “workout” to most people, and one of two things likely comes to mind: weight or resistance training for muscle strength or endurance training for cardiovascular strength. If flexibility comes into play at all, it’s often only in…
Keeping up with workouts as we age can majorly boost our health in the long run, experts say. According to FamilyDoctor.org, older adults who actively engage in regular physical activity may have better balance, increased energy, and lower their chances…
Whether you want to lose weight, look like the best version of yourself, are training for an athletic competition, or just flat out love to work out, getting your daily dose of exercise is what many people look forward to…
When the COVID-19 pandemic started, it rapidly disrupted everyday activities. Many people suddenly found themselves confined to their living spaces for most of the day, which affected many aspects, including keeping up with a stable gym routine. In fact, according…
SKY, or Sudarshan Kriya Yoga, is a system of breath practices taught by the Art of Living Foundation. According to a 2021 article in the International Journal of Yoga, Sudarshan Kriya is Sanskrit for “proper vision by purifying action.” SKY…
Intermittent fasting can help you lose weight because you’re eating fewer calories during your eating window (via Men’s Health). The key to burning fat during intermittent fasting is metabolic switching, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine. That’s when your body burns…