Although far from being a new discipline, yoga only recently experienced an explosion of popularity in Western countries. It seems that many people are practicing some type of yoga and talking about the health benefits. This article by coach and READ MORE
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Winter Fat Biking – A Fat-astic Way to Stay Fit in Snow
Winter fat biking is a fantastic way to stay fit when the snow blankets the ground. Cycling is a fun cross-training activity for running and other sports. The cardio workout and leg strength you gain from biking will help to READ MORE
Cross Country Skiing is a Wicked Winter Workout
Cross country skiing is a great full-body fat-burning workout. Getting outside in the crisp fresh air and sun of winter is necessary for both mental and physical health. Gliding and sliding along the white snow makes for some peaceful and READ MORE
Should You Start An Exercise Streak?
Getting the recommended 150 minutes per week of exercise is not an easy task sometimes. Maybe you view exercise as a chore and just don’t like to do it. Or perhaps you push that workout to the sidelines because other READ MORE
The Powerful Benefits of Yoga for Cancer
Yoga can be a powerful healing tool during a cancer diagnosis. Cancer patients and survivors can help repair body, mind and spirit with regular practice of this ancient form of exercise. It can help calm the mind, ease side effects READ MORE
Health Benefits of Trees and Hiking
There are health benefits from hiking and being in a forest. Trees can have a positive effect on people’s health and well-being. Science has been exploring this concept for decades. And I have been reading and experiencing these effects for READ MORE
12 Benefits of Bodyweight Exercises Done At Home
Bodyweight exercises are a great way to workout. They can be done at home. But they are often overlooked for more technical and exciting workouts, like TRX and Cardio Tramp. Last Updated November 15, 2020 Perhaps it is the name? READ MORE
15 Fabulous Ways to Stay Active Indoors
Staying active is vitally important to your health. The current recommendation is to exercise and get your heart pumping for at least 150 minutes per week. This can help strengthen your immune system and ward off diseases and infections. Photo READ MORE
26 Fun Ways to Stay Active This Winter
Outdoor activities are not only fun, they are healthy too. At this time of year, though, many people want to stay indoors due to the cold, snow and ice. But that is so unfortunate. Winter is a beautiful time of READ MORE
Do These Strength Exercises to Minimize Side Effects of Cancer Treatment
As all cancer patients know, side effects of cancer treatments can leave us weak and drained. Personal trainer, Daniel from dumbbellsreview.com, has provide us with some simple strength exercises we can do to help us repair ourselves. Without further delay, READ MORE
Grieving a Sports Injury
A sports injury can be difficult to heal from physically, mentally and emotionally. Some in the field of sports psychology believe we go through phases similar to grieving. After exploring the topic, diving into the science, watching my fellow athletes READ MORE
5 Tips To Overcome Gym Anxiety
Gym anxiety is a real thing. Many people experience it. It is that feeling of self-consciousness, unease, dread and even fear over working out at a gym. It can be very intimidating as a newbie to go workout with all READ MORE
7 Tips to Help Busy Parents Schedule Exercise
Exercising every day can be difficult to get in. The World Health Organization tells us that we need a minimum of 150 minutes of exercise per week for health. Even more exercise per week can ward off some diseases, such READ MORE
Hiking – The Essential Beginner’s Guide
Hiking is a fantastic activity for physical and mental health. Most people can go for a walk in nature. But there are some things to consider before heading out into the forest. My husband and I were hiking on the READ MORE
How to Exercise Without Knowing You are Exercising
If you hate exercise, like so many people do, then this article is for you. Everywhere we look, we are told that exercise is good for our health. National health guidelines state that we need to get a minimum of READ MORE
How to Find Your Motivation to Exercise
Are you struggling to find motivation to run or exercise? You are not alone. Let’s look at how we can find our motivation to run and workout. Let’s unleash your inner athlete. Updated June 24, 2020 If you lack motivation READ MORE