Your favorite indoor cycling instructor might call out a certain cadence during a workout, but you can’t pedal that fast because the dial is way too high. Which do you choose — dialing the resistance down to allow you to…
Susanna Barkataki, an expert yoga teacher, educator, and activist of Indian and British descent, defines yoga as an ancient spiritual practice, founded in India, “intended to prepare the body as a foundation for unity with the spirit.” Though most people…
Often diagnosed in childhood and lasting into adulthood, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, commonly known as ADHD, can make it hard for both children and adults to focus, sit still or not behave impulsively (via the American Psychiatric Association). There is…
Tae Bo. The vibrating belt. Jane Fonda videos. Who has a Shake Weight in their closet? These fitness fads surged until they didn’t. Businesses within the fitness industry compete with one another so they can stand above the rest. According…
For many, stretching after a workout is seen as nonessential. After all, you’ve already done the workout, what’s the harm in skipping the stretch afterward? It turns out you could be missing out on some important advantages. Even stretching for…
Blisters can form for many different reasons. When it comes to running they can develop from excessive friction, moisture, and perspiration. But blisters can also form when people skip out on wearing socks and by walk (or run) frequently in…
It’s pretty safe to say that many people are not a fan of jet lag. While jet lag is a temporary sleep problem, it may cause different symptoms that vary depending on how far you travel. Some of these symptoms…
Whether physically, mentally, spiritually, or more, there are many different ways in which we can take care of ourselves. As an all-encompassing term, self-care spans all these categories and beyond. As defined by the National Institute of Mental Health, “Self-care…
You’ve probably felt it before — that uncomfortable burning, acid feeling in your stomach and chest after a delicious meal. The words acid reflux, heartburn, and GERD are often used synonymously, but they are technically different things. Acid reflux is…
It’s not always easy to get into your scheduled workout. You might not feel motivated, have a full calendar, or feel tired. There are endless excuses to skip a workout, but you might think twice about it if you’re working…