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Improving balance takes a combination of physical strength, coordination, and awareness of body position. Here are some key factors and exercises that can help improve balance: Standing on one leg is a simple yet effective exercise for improving balance. This is an exercise that can be done just about anywhere. Try to remember to practice […]
What should you eat when you’re advised that “good nutrition” should become an essential part of your healthful habits?Food provides energy, nutrients, and substances essential for growth and health. It’s important to remember that eating proper nutrients support healthy body function, while excess nutrients may be stored as fat, which may lead to weight gain. […]
Yo-Yo exercise refers to inconsistent patterns of exercise and inactivity. If you work out religiously for a week, then stop altogether for 2 weeks, then you are practicing Yo-Yo exercise patterns. Consistent exercise and daily activity are keys to good health. Here are some tips to help you break the yo-yo exercise habit: Set realistic […]
The physical activity pyramid is similar to the food pyramid, which illustrates a balanced diet of different types of foods. The physical activity pyramid emphasizes the importance of incorporating different types of physical activities into one’s daily routine. The most important and beneficial activities are located in the bottom tier of the pyramid, while the […]
The NEAT (Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis-popularized by Dr. James Levine) method emphasizes using everyday activities (such as housework) as a means of promoting fitness. The idea behind NEAT is that small, incremental increases in physical activity throughout the day can add up to significant health benefits. The ideas behind NEAT align closely to research that has […]
Injecting childlike joy into your fitness routine may help you to enjoy it more so that you are more likely to build a new fitness habit. First you should identify those activities that make you happy. What did you enjoy as a child? What part of that activity can you bring to your adult self […]
You’ve probably walked with a friend who could carry on a conversation AND walk at a pace that left you gasping for air. The intensity of their workout was probably low to moderate while yours was moderate to high. Because each individual is different, it is suggested that you learn how to determine the intensity […]
Even if you have good vision now, you are more likely to develop eyesight problems as you age. But there are things you can do to help keep your eyes healthy. You can start taking preventative steps to reduce your risk of some of more common eye conditions, such as cataracts, glaucoma and macular degeneration […]
If the mention (or thought) of “Journaling” causes you anxiety, then you may want toreconsider what the act of journaling really means. Many find the thought of writing downinner thoughts, goals, and daily activities overwhelming. However, journaling can be a healthyway to boost your well-being, encourage creativity, work through stress, and provide you withinsight into […]
If food labels make your head spin and you don’t know if you should be eating high protein, low carb, low fat, low protein or some other combination, check out the nutrition basics below. Protein. Proteins are a part of every cell of our body, and the proteins we eat help to replacethe proteins that […]