People have always utilized ropes, be it as a tool or as a strength training method. Its use as a tool goes back a very long way in time, whereas using it for strength training is more recent. The use of ropes in strength training is the basis for the program known as battle ropes. One of the benefits of battle ropes is that it tends to defy gravity, as happens in other exercises, but it also aids … [Read more...]

There has been a lot of debate as to whether a person should be exercising n an empty stomach, or after a meal. Exercising on an empty stomach is fasted exercise, and fasted exercise is based in metabolic health. When you do utlize fasted exercise, you do burn more fat than you do when you exercise after eating a meal. Also when utilizing fasted exercise, you don't see much of a change in blood … [Read more...]

Charles Eugster is 96 years old, but he is also a champion bodybuilder, rower, and sprinter. He credits nutrition and exercise for a lot of his success, but he also credits staying productive at his age. He doesn't even like to hear the word retirement. There is a statistic that shows that after retirement age, depression doubles every five years. And he feels this is from feeling useless, by not … [Read more...]

The trend toward "smart" products has extended to fitness tools and apparel that allow a personalized approach to working out. Peloton bikes and treadmills are examples of smart exercise equipment. They each include a touchscreen and can support customized workouts. Hydrow is similar to Peloton, but is a rowing machine. A smart mirror, called the Mirror, can be used for strength training, yoga and … [Read more...]

Although research is still developing when it comes to which supplements work best for each demographic, there is still some gender-specific date to consider. A great example of this is how women tend to have leaner tissue than the average man. Because of this, they are not able to store as much endogenous creatine. Due to this, some may find that taking in a creatine supplement allows them to … [Read more...]

Dynamic stretching occurs when a person experiences resistance while stretching that is beyond the normal ROM. A few examples of dynamic stretching include prisoner squats, tube walking, and multi-planar lunges, which are all performed in a standing position. Dynamic stretches on the floor include the hip-spine-shoulder stretch and the Core 4. By beginning and ending workouts with ballistic … [Read more...]

Right now, there are over fifty four million Americans that are over the age of sixty five. And it is recommended that they get exercise every week, that's either moderate or vigorous intensity. Beyond that, it is recommended that they exercise they do be a combination of resistance training, balance training, and cardio. And for those that aren't in good enough health to do the recommended 150 … [Read more...]

Mantra based medication can help soothe you. Combining a mantra with specific breathing styles can lead someone to a very peaceful state of mind. Mantra refers to a word or saying that is continuously repeated. This is a tool that has proven over time to work. The repetition of the mantra serves to calm the mind, by affirming thoughts that are positive. Yashoda Devi Ma is someone who can help … [Read more...]

When I was expecting, I created this 20-minute prenatal workout video. At the time, I wasn't experiencing any pelvic pain, known as Pubic Symphysis Dysfunction. If you are experiencing this type of pain, consider doing squats instead of lunges. The workout in the video begins with a warmup and then proceeds to four supersets of two exercises each. For example, one superset includes Single Leg Hip … [Read more...]

Hypertrophy training is about building muscle mass. Research suggests that the optimum number of hypertrophy exercise sets per week is 15 to 20, but these should be spread across different days. Exercise-induced muscle damage, metabolic stress, mechanical tension, and fascia stretch training are the mechanisms of hypertrophy muscular development. Additionally, horizontal loading is usually better … [Read more...]

If you're trying to add weight or muscle mass, having a high metabolism can work against you. Metabolic rate tends to be higher in individuals who are younger, male, and have more muscles. Diet has an impact as well. To lower your metabolism, eat less often, consuming fewer calories with more simple carbohydrates and less protein. Move around less during the day (e.g., avoid fidgeting). For … [Read more...]

There are many benefits associated with a ketogenic diet, including weight loss and increased energy. Not all women will necessarily respond similarly to a ketogenic diet, so take into account your unique situation. Females who have conditions with insulin-resistance, such as Type-2 diabetes or metabolic syndrome, are the most likely to benefit from a ketogenic diet. Furthermore, women in … [Read more...]

The avocado has been called a superfood, though they are high in calories and fat. A half an avocado contains 160 calories and nearly 15 grams of fat. However, most of the fat is healthier monounsaturated fat. The carbohydrates in avocados are mostly fiber and not sugar, making it a low-glycemic food. While avocados aren't high in protein, they are a good source of vitamins and minerals. Avocados … [Read more...]

Avocados can be used to make just about any food taste better, including salads, salsas, and smoothies. There are so many recipes in which avocados can be added to enhance flavor, but you need to make sure they are ripe before using them. For instance, they can put a fruity twist on your Cobb Salad, or even be used to help replace dairy in chocolate-almond fridge fudge which is a vegan treat. … [Read more...]

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans stress the importance of replacing saturated fats with good fats. Avocados contribute 6 grams of unsaturated fat per serving, are low in saturated fats, and are free of cholesterol, sugar and sodium. Furthermore, they contain vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients. Although they only have 80 calories per serving, avocados are rich in dietary fiber that creates a … [Read more...]

Acids in the group commonly known as Omega 3 provide many health benefits. They decrease the risk of cardiovascular diseases, and both the severity and risk of geriatric dementia. These acids also have effect of reduction and mitigating inflammation due to arthritis. Since our body cannot make these acids, scientists call them essential, and as such, the only way we can obtain them is through … [Read more...]

Avocado has many more uses than for food and it's being shown that it can help you improve your skin. There are vitamins and minerals that help with that. There also has been evidence that it helps reduce wrinkles in the skin. There are somethings that you have to consider and that is it is going to be expensive in the coming months because the US banned all Mexican Avacados which is around 60 … [Read more...]

Fiber has very many benefits for our digestive as well as our gut health. Some of the best ways to get fiber is from food. Some of the best foods for fiber are going to be fruits and vegetables. One thing to note if you go out is to try to get less processed foods. More than likely is that the processed food will have much less fiber. Going to restaurants make sure that you are getting the right … [Read more...]