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Health News: Antioxidant-rich Watercress Shows Sports Nutrition Potential
July 1st, 2012A recent study conduced at Edinburgh Napier University in Scotland and the University of Ulster in Northern Ireland suggests that eight weeks of supplementation with watercress reduces markers of oxidative stress and damage after exhaustive exercise.
Health Tips: Get the Full Benefits of Yoga
July 1st, 2012Yoga has grown in popularity for a variety of reasons. Among them is its ability to reduce mental and physical stress, improve mood, and slow the aging process.
The Sport of Exercise
May 1st, 2012It happens every four years. We sit on the edge of our seats, bite our nails, and yell at the television screen as we cheer on our country’s favorite athletic teams.
Let your competitive spirit soar this summer!Health Tips: Why to Seek a Personal Trainer
May 1st, 2012Exercise and nutrition are the foundation of a healthy lifestyle and are principles worth adopting at any age. However, starting the journey toward better health is never easy. As someone who understands these limits, and as someone who also counsels people about the importance of being fit, I recognize these challenges.
Make an investment in your own health.Spring Greening
April 1st, 2012While temperatures slowly begin to rise and the snow has melted away, for many people, it’s time to start planning this year’s garden. And really, is it ever too early to begin planning for an abundant harvest? Whether you view gardening as a necessity for healthy, sustainable food, or as a pleasant past-time activity, gardening truly is for anyone and everyone!
The many benefits of gardening.Winter Workouts
February 1st, 2012Winter days often bring along foul weather that makes even the most dedicated exercisers cringe. But don’t let cold, dreary days confine you to a “dreadmill” or other boring, indoor exercise equipment. Let the cool air invigorate and motivate you. As the chill settles in this winter, tackle your outside workout by following these tips:
Tips for tackling outdoor exerciseThe Exercise Myth
February 1st, 2012Is exercise good for your health? Sure! Is it key to losing weight? Absolutely not! But so many people believe that it is. True, exercise does burn calories, and you must burn calories to lose weight, but exercise has another effect that counteracts the burning of calories; it stimulates hunger, which causes you to eat more and offset any weight lost from exercising.
Lose weight the right way.Let the Beat Move Your Feet
October 5th, 2011A good way to stay motivated during a workout is to infuse music into your routine. Setting up a playlist on your iPod or MP3 player can be just the boost you need to bring you through the toughest points of your exercise regimen.
Row, Row, Row Your Kayak
October 5th, 2011If you are vacationing by the water this month and need a quick exercise fix, look no further than the local kayak rental institution! With the fusion of fun and exercise that kayaking provides, you won’t even notice that you are toning your arms and building cardiorespiratory strength at the same time.
