Fitness and Training

This is how to do Barre Workouts

Jumping into a new workout style can be intimidating, and barre — a combination of Pilates, ballet, and yoga — is no exception. But rest assured, barre can easily accommodate anyone, regardless of fitness level or dance background (or lack thereof). “It’s a low-impact workout that’s not overly aerobic, so it doesn’t overstress the heart,” says Elizabeth Matzkin, MD, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and the...

What Happens to Your Body When You Run a Marathon

It’s the starting line for your first — or maybe tenth — marathon. You’ve got at least six months of consistent training under your belt, and you’ve managed to run 20 miles at least a couple of times. Your body knows what it’s like to run for several hours, and so does your brain. But what exactly does your body go through once the starting...
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All you need to know about the Best Dumbbell Sets for 2023

Want to get stronger but don’t know where to start? Consider picking up a set of dumbbells. Like kettlebells, dumbbells are extremely versatile and...

This is How to Keep Pushing Forward

Sooner or later, all of us will face adversity that will make us feel extreme stress, disappointment, and a lot of uncertainty. As we...

Are you struggling to find the motivation to stick to a workout routine?

Are you struggling to find the motivation to stick to a workout routine? Well, you’re not alone, whether you’re drained from a job, exhausted...

How Congestive Heart Failure Patients Can Safely Exercise

Physical activity is important for everyone, even people living with heart failure. Research has shown that congestive heart failure patients who follow an exercise-based...

How Much Exercise Do I Need?

How much exercise is enough? It depends on your health and goals. How much exercise is enough for what?” asks David Bassett Jr., PhD,...

Which Cardio Machine at the Gym is Best?

Are there benefits to choosing an elliptical over a treadmill if you’re getting your cardio at the gym? When you’re working toward getting in...

All You Need to Know About Working Out at Home

Working out at home has its benefits: It’s convenient, it’s time-efficient (compared with traveling to a gym or fitness studio), and it’s cost-effective. No matter...

The Best Exercises for Stronger Abs

If exercises for your abs make you think about a desire to look better in your jeans, you’re not alone. But there are a...

A Comprehensive Guide to Engaging Your Core

You’ve probably heard the phrase “engage your core” at least once in your life, even if you’ve never seen an exercise program, read a...

Benefits of Strength Training

If you could do one thing to improve your health, strength training should be at the top of your list. It involves using one...

The Benefits of Starting Your Day with a Walk

When you wake up in the morning, movement might not be your first priority. But starting your day with a walk  whether it’s around...

Everything you need to Know About Fitness and Exercise?

At least once a year, you probably vow to commit to an exercise program. If you’ve had some trouble with the follow-through, though, you’re...