Water sports are among the most efficient, relaxing, and rewarding activities and are excellent modes of exercise for both the body and the mind. They typically require the involvement of the entire body, recruiting muscle groups large and small. Therefore, it results in a greater energy expenditure. The invigorating outdoor environment can make for the […]
The Super Benefits of Swimming
It is a well-known fact that humans are composed of nearly 70 percent water. The earliest humans relied on water as a source of safety, food, navigation, and even recreation. This may not come as a surprise as about 70 percent of the earth’s surface is water. As we’ve evolved, water has become one of […]
The Proper Way to Squat
A squat is a fundamental exercise that when done properly has profound benefits for the lower body, core, back strength, posture, and overall physique. Squats strengthen the thighs, hips, buttocks, back, and core. The muscle groups strengthened through squat exercises help perform many other movements and exercises such as running and cycling. Many general and […]
Cardio Doesn’t Have to be Running
Cardiovascular, or endurance exercise, is vital in maintaining the health of the heart, cardiovascular, respiratory, muscular, skeletal systems, and more. Cardio produces a plethora of benefits including improved muscle tone, muscular endurance, and strength. It also has protective effects against diseases such as cardiovascular disease, Type 2 Diabetes, and obesity. As such, cardiovascular exercise is […]
Best Exercises to Build Core Strength
By Jaimi Jansen Building core strength is important to overall health and function of the body for several reasons. First, working on core strength can improve digestion, as well as prevent injury and enhance balance and stability. Secondly, a strong core also helps your body perform daily tasks, like bending, lifting and twisting effectively and […]
How Exercise Benefits the Brain
By Jaimi Jansen It is common knowledge that exercising does amazing things for the body, but exercise is also great for the brain. Exercise reduces the chances of circulatory based health problems, such as strokes, and increases oxygen delivery to the brain. In general, anything that is good for the heart and circulation is in […]
Make Time to Work Out
“I Don’t Have Time for Crunches!” By James W. Lewis We should draft a law to add more hours in a day. Hard-charging professionals deserve extra ticks on the clock, don’t you think? Twenty-four hours shortchanges sleep-deprived entrepreneurs with constant negative balances of time. Maybe change the number from twenty-four to twenty-eight. Or even thirty. […]
3 Easy Medicine Ball Exercises
Medicine balls are a fun alternative to weights and offer a bit of a challenge as there are no handles. This requires more work from your hands, and offers additional toning benefits as it requires the stabilization of the core or “trunk”. Seated medicine ball trunk rotations: Sitting with your feet out in front of […]
Stay Healthy While Traveling
Summer is a time for traveling. But, don’t worry if you have a strict fitness regime to stick to. There are lots of way to stay healthy and active while on the move. Here are 5 helpful tips to stay on track while on the road (sky). Pack Healthy Sandwiches for the plane ride! The […]
4 Steps to the proper Row
For many, the thought of cardio, not even the act of doing it, is exhausting. Cardio however, is an extremely beneficial form of exercise. Enter the rowing machine, a great full body alternative to the treadmill or bike. When performed properly, a workout on the erg, burns calories, improves posture, increases strength and endurance and […]