Posts Tagged ‘exercise’

Getting Started with New Health Goals in 2022

It’s that time of the year again where we set pen to paper and map out our goals for the new year. Of course, the traditional lifestyle goals of eating better, exercising more and sleeping more still matter but given all that has happened in 2021, perhaps it is time to consider goals gleaned from…

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Benefits of foam rolling

Self-myofascial therapies have become popularised by athletes and fitness enthusiasts to promote sport recovery and mobility. Many forms of myofascial therapies like massage balls, foam roller, yoga blocks have all been used to unwind the body from gruelling training sessions. However, myofascial therapies are also becoming extremely common with the mainstream population as a form…

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Why HIIT may be “bad” for you

HIIT(High Intensity Interval Training) workouts promise better results in less time, but they can take a toll on your body. It’s true that HITT has a lot of benefits, but it also has a lot of potential drawbacks. Overdoing any type of exercise can spell damage for your body, but with HIIT, it’s important to…

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Exercises to do for pain management

While medical treatments and physical therapy are vital components of managing chronic pain symptoms, increased physical activity as a daily habit can increase quality of life. Physical activity results in the release of natural endorphins; these are the “feel good” chemicals in the brain that enhance mood while simultaneously easing pain signals. Regular exercise also…

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Benefits of Sleep for Exercise Recovery

Exercise causes physical stress on the body, but the body alters as a result of the exercise stimulus throughout the post-exercise recovery period between sessions. One of the most efficient ways to recuperate following a hard exercise is one you probably already do, but aren’t doing enough of or aren’t utilizing to its best potential.…

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Exercise and Older Adults: Why you should do it, and how to get started

You’ve probably heard it before: physical activity and exercise are beneficial for you, and you should try to include them into your daily routine. Numerous studies have demonstrated the essential health advantages of exercise, which grow even more vital as we age. Seniors who engage in regular physical activity and exercise enhance their mental and…

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Staying fit while keeping socially distanced? Here’s how.

People who exercise outside experience less stress, despair, and weariness, according to experts, and are more inclined to exercise more regularly and for longer amounts of time. But COVID-19 is still spreading, so social distancing is still important. Fret not. If you’re looking to exercise in the outdoors but are worried about keeping your distance…

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3 Exercises to Try for Those Who Hate to Exercise

It is no secret that exercise is crucial for our well-being. In fact, experts recommend a minimum of 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity per week. However, how many of us actually diligently exercise that much a week? Exercise can be painful – the breathlessness, the sore muscles, the general feeling that you’d much rather die…

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