As its name suggests, Acu-Yoga is a combination of two traditional Eastern healing methods acupressure and yoga. This unique self-healing technique can be mastered by anyone and by proper and regular practice it will undoubtedly regulate the flow of your chi energy and improve the quality of life.   Acu-Yoga was actually developed by a Westerner Michael Reed Gach, a best-selling author and an expert in the field of acupressure and other Asian bodywork. In order to better understand the concept of this technique, you should know a thing…

You often use your feet for all the walking and running that you do every day. However, you also often neglect them when it comes to our health and beauty routines. It's essential to keep your feet and toenails in tip-top condition. You need to care for your feet and toenails by having good hygiene. Also, you should pamper them to heal soreness and callouses. Especially, get medical attention when necessary. Read the article to know how to care for your feet and toenails.     1. Practicing Good Hygiene…

  We want results and we want them fast! Sometimes you can get them fast, but at what cost? Sometimes, it is a marathon, because we did not get to a point where we were not happy with our weight overnight either. We look at diet after diet, and sometimes people lose a lot of weight! I am happy for anyone successfully losing weight in their journey. Unfortunately, we rarely see the dark side. Nobody wants to show you a person six months after their rapid weight loss from their…

Physical fitness oftentimes feels more challenging the older you get, however, this does not mean that seniors should avoid it altogether or take the “easy way” out. Being over the age of 65, or a senior, opens a host of other exercise options, including exercise that is gentle and pleasurable. Pilates is becoming more popular amongst seniors as it perfectly fits the bill for gentle yet effective exercise. Here are some reasons why Pilates is the new exercise of choice for seniors:   Helps Strengthen the Bones   Roughly half…

For many runners, athletic apparel is the last thing on their minds. Many of us grab an old T-shirt and shorts out of the drawer in a half-dark room, cram on the same pair of shoes we bought during the first Obama term, and then set out for our morning runs. After all, comfort is one of the benefits of running, and these things are comfortable. But there is a trade-off, and the risk involved in wearing old shoes is much higher than any comfortable feeling we get. Fundamentally, running…

  Most people are self-conscious when it comes to exercising and tend to choose modest workout clothes, including simple, budget-friendly options. We convince ourselves that anything will do, but that’s not the case. The right activewear can make all the difference in the gym and even when just working out at home. Here are 5 things to consider when shopping for activewear from apparel specialists The Uniform Centre.     The Exercises You Do Different activewear is, of course, good for different activities. Consider the kinds of workouts and exercises…

Back strengthening exercises might not be as obvious to you as you think, as developing a strong core and working on your core muscles will help to reduce back pain and hopefully prevent any further injury in the future, particularly lower back pain. Core exercises and conditioning your body through flexibility and working your core muscles is quite often more important that solely focusing on direct back exercises.   Whether you’re an avid gym-goer and had an injury through your training or you’ve pulled a muscle simply by bending over…

Harder, bigger, faster, stronger… you could easily count these as typical fitness goals. But how do you work on growing your muscles while also managing to build your stamina and endurance? Finding a balance between the two can be difficult — but it’s certainly not impossible.   One of the most common concerns is that, by focusing on both strength and endurance, you’re diluting your ability to excel at either. While this is a valid concern, plenty of recent research has suggested that concurrent training regimes (i.e, those that involve…

Noticing a stabbing heel pain when you take your first steps out of bed in the morning? Worried that running in your old worn out sneakers might be a bad idea? If this sounds like you, plantar fasciitis should be a real concern worth looking into.   What is Plantar Fasciitis?   Most common among runners, plantar fasciitis affects all types of people, fitness gurus and non-active people alike. What is it exactly? Technically speaking it’s the inflammation, irritation and microscopic tearing of the plantar fascia - a thick band…

I have a feeling that like most of us, you at always thinking of ways to embrace the great outdoors and have some fun while keeping fit at the same time. It goes without saying that we all should get out more often and just become adventure junkies. Well kayaking is one awesome way to have fun and enjoy immense health benefits!  Do you want concrete reasons why you should get into the waters more often? Here are 9 awesome health benefits of Kayaking.    Benefit of kayaks on health:…

Back pain can be annoying, uncomfortable, and limiting for short periods of time, but if it goes away, no big deal right? Wrong. Chronic back pain that flares up repeatedly can lead to a host of negative  behaviors that can have serious consequences on your overall health and wellbeing. These include:   Inactivity   Back pain, especially lower back pain or neck and shoulder pain, can put anyone off physical exercise for a while. Resting more and avoiding exertion seems like the most plausible way to help your body heal,…

  There is one thing that is for sure, not many people love cardio. The process does not have to be boring as many people tend to think. There are various fun workouts that you can try and you will fall in love with the whole process. If you are yearning for some positive changes on your body, it is time you give cardio a chance. The only trick is figuring out the movements that will aid you achieve your goals. Among the best movements include; the Stairmaster, plyometrics, running…