Yoga, a spiritual discipline, is based on a highly subtle science. It is over 5000 years old and focuses on bringing balance between the mind and the body. As a result, it reduces the risk of many diseases. Additionally, it also helps in relieving pain and stress. One such disease is Rheumatoid Arthritis. It’s an […]
With the increase in sedentary lifestyles, the chances of fostering various lifestyle health conditions are significantly increasing. Rope training has gained popularity with fitness enthusiasts, trainers and professional athletes. People have been using them for intense calorie-burning workouts. Exercises, such as battle rope workout, require less time and have increased the sedentary population’s interest as […]
Diabetes is a silent lifestyle disorder that needs to be controlled and prevented. Most people believe that you can only control diabetes by changing your dietary habits. At the same time, some believe that only medication can help. However, not many would know that you can prevent and manage or regulate diabetes with physical exercises. […]
Swimming is one of the most popular sports globally and ranks second in the top ten most popular Olympic sports. Today, we have specific heated pools and regular swimming pools in clubs, resorts and even in many housing societies. But, people have been using natural water reservoirs for ages to swim. In modern times, most […]
The first thing that comes to mind while hearing the words “Strength Training” is probably going to the gym and lifting heavyweights. But in reality, that’s not the case at all. Strength training is often known as resistance training. It uses resistance to improve muscular contraction, anaerobic endurance, and skeletal muscle size. It has several […]
Nutrition is vital for post-workout recovery and optimising performance. That is because your energy depletes after an intense workout. In addition, the muscle tissues experience damage, and the fluids and electrolytes go out with sweat. Therefore, what you eat after exercise is crucial in helping your body refuel, rehydrate, recover and remodel. The best foods […]
By Alpa Momaya
There are different definitions of fitness for everyone. The societal norms and beliefs, over the years, tricked many of us into believing that being fir means being extra skinny. Most of us fail to realise that this is one of the most prevalent misconceptions one could ever come across related to fitness and your body. […]
By Parul Dube
A car functions well with regular gas, but it reaches its optimal state when fuelled with high-octane fuel. Similarly, it would be best to have a pre-workout meal or a supplement to fuel your workout and boost your performance. In addition, pre-workout supplements and foods help to enhance your performance by promoting energy, increasing mental […]
By Parul Dube
Vajrasana is a culmination of two Sanskrit words – ‘vajra’ and ‘asana’. Vajra means thunderbolt and refers to the weapon of Lord Indra in Hindu mythology. It is a symbol of strength and indestructibility. Asana means posture in yoga. Vajrasana is one of the easiest asanas and is perfect for beginners. It provides strength to […]
The Need for Stamina To understand how to increase stamina and why it is important, you must know what it is. Stamina is the ability of your body to keep up with prolonged work. In simpler words, it is the sustainable energy that your body has for any activity. Stamina or endurance is key to […]
Being tall comes with its own advantages. Apart from reaching high shelves, it makes you look leaner, muscular, and sometimes naturally more confident. Sadly, unlike weight, ideal height as a number cannot be chased. Height is a function of a lot of factors. All we can do is to ensure that we do everything to […]
Both men and women can develop love handles. It refers to the excess fat deposits at the lower midsection of the body. When small pockets of fat deposit above the hip bone and on either side of the waist, they are called love handles. They also go by the name of muffin tops. This is […]
Whether you want to sail through your HIIT sessions or lift the heavyweights every day of the week, BCAA is what you need. BCAA or Branched Chain Amino Acids are the building blocks of proteins. Your body needs amino acids to build new muscles and repair the old ones. There are twenty amino acids in […]
By Parul Dube
We are in the midst of dealing with the second wave of the coronavirus pandemic and people are trying every bit to protect themselves from the deadly disease. The COVID-19 virus dominantly affects the respiratory system. Therefore, practicing breathing exercises can be beneficial while recovering from COVID-19. Breathing exercises can help to strengthen the respiratory […]
Tabata workout is a type of High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) method conceived by Izumi Tabata, a Japanese scientist, in 1996. The workout involves strenuous and heavy effort exercises followed by a brief period of complete rest or low-intensity exercise for recovery. It follows a 2:1 ratio rule where 20 seconds of workout is followed by […]
Summary: With the increasing practice of more at-desk jobs than jobs requiring physical labor, we spend more time sitting and working, which does not involve many muscles and joints. Using all our joints and muscles and exercising keeps them flexible and prevents injuries from sudden usage. This article discusses the 10 best stretches and exercises […]
Summary: Yoga is a practice that is mental, spiritual, social, and physical. The breathing and posture exercises help in strengthening, flexibility and toning of muscles. There are various exercises to help the body with specific needs. Here are 8 asanas described to help you achieve well-defined abs. An Introduction to Yoga – What is Yoga? […]
Staying active and healthy during pregnancy can do wonders for you and your baby. Unless your doctor tells you otherwise, indulging in different forms of exercise such as jogging, walking, and basic strength moves can prove beneficial for you. Along with these exercises, doctors recommend yoga for pregnant women since it combines both stretching and […]
Introduction Not able to go to a gym? Not able to go outside for a walk due to bad weather? Not have enough space to walk around inside the house too? No problem… You can still keep yourself active by using a humble chair instead. Yes! Chair exercises are real! All you need is a […]
As young and carefree individuals, we may not have thought twice about dancing or freely rotating our hips. Unfortunately, age takes its toll on our general wellbeing, and tight, immobile hips can significantly affect mobility. But you don’t have to resort to popping pain-relieving drugs by the dozen. Instead, make sure to rely on simple […]
In the pursuit of being happy and well off, we have somehow left ourselves in a vicious circle. So many issues, including stress, long hours at work, and lack of sleep have overpowered our sense of calm. We are all EXHAUSTED and WORKED UP. Thankfully, there are a plethora of ways with which we can […]
Balance exercises keep our bodies strong and stable. We should practice it along with other forms of exercise to gain maximum benefit. Balance is required for everything we do, including activities such as bending, walking, running, or even getting up from a chair. Hence training for balance will help improve your daily life and also […]
Living a stressful life can sometimes lead to feelings of anxiety and panic. People who suffer from anxiety are always searching for ways to overcome this feeling of fear and stress. However, patients afflicted with anxiety are now turning to yoga to help them deal with anxiety. Yoga, being one of the ancient forms of […]
It has been 11 months since COVID-19 was recognized as a global pandemic, putting a full-stop to simple activities such as – going to the gym, office, restaurant, or even grabbing something as boring as the morning newspaper without quivering in fear. Most of our days consist of us moving from our bedroom to the […]
It is usually believed that exercising in the morning can yield a wide range of benefits. And it makes sense to do so because you finish your workout before you begin your day, which means you do it before your busy schedule takes over. While working out in the morning sounds good to some individuals, […]
“Why exercise? Why should I make fitness a part of my life?” Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in our country, often related to a sedentary lifestyle. Inactivity is a “silent killer”. If you have a sedentary lifestyle, there will be a decline in your body’s ability to function. Evidence is […]
Lower back pain is one of the most frequent reasons humans go to the physician or miss work, and it is the main reason for incapacity worldwide. Luckily, you can take action to stop or relieve most lower back pain episodes. If prohibition fails, an easy domestic cure and suitable physique mechanics regularly will cure your […]
Introduction We all want a good-looking and toned body. Let’s face it; if you had an option between having loose flab with no muscle tone and a super-ripped body, we know what most of you would choose. The trouble comes when we realize how hard it can be to shake off the extra pounds. We […]
Exercising regularly and maintaining a healthy diet is the key to getting those killer looking chest muscles. No matter how tempting junk food may look, you must avoid it as much as possible. Nothing can ruin your fitness goals the way junk food does. Chest exercises sculpt and define your chest and give you the confidence […]
Yoga is an age-old practice that involves working on the body, mind, breath, and spirit together. Long before any medicines were used for treatment, yoga was used as a method to keep the body in pristine health. Today, yoga is being advocated as a natural option to control conditions ranging from arthritis and rheumatism to […]
