In our fast-paced society it can be difficult for anyone to find time for exercise. This is such a shame since exercise has so many wonderful benefits. It gives you energy, it reduces health problems, it helps you lose unnecessary fat, and it relieves stress. The trick is finding a way to put exercise in…
Stretching Before a Workout?
Not all stretching exercises are created equal. Some types of stretches will help you perform better if used before you exercise, while others may put you at risk of injury. There are 2 kinds of stretches to be aware of: 1. Static Stretching 2. Dynamic Stretching Static stretching is the kind of stretching where you…
Stretching Exercise – A Modern Lifestyle Mantra
Scientifically performed workout emphasises on stretching exercise before and after workout. For any kind of workout like aerobics, weightlifting or cardio exercise, your body has to be prepared first and that is what stretching exercise does. It helps reduce the body stiffness and relax the muscles improving their flexibility for various movements. Proper stretching eases…
Strength Training Tips For Beginners
People work out for a variety of reasons: to lose weight, to tone up, or to improve their strength. When it comes to strength training, there are some common mistakes that can lead to injury, but these can be easily avoided. Follow the simple tips in this article and you will improve your strength without…
Basketball Strength Training – Time to Get Working
The basketball season is starting again soon, and that means it’s time to get back in training. Whether you are a serious player, or a weekend warrior, it’s time to get your game on. This season, why not try putting some attention on a more neglected area in basketball: strength training. While the biggest training…
Strength Training Increases Physical Performance
Strength training is so vital to every day life because it can help maintain the muscular balance of the body. No matter what your goals are, strength training is an important component of your exercise program and it’s never too late to start. Despite its reputation as a “guy” or “jock” thing, strength training is…
Strength Training for Your Physical Goals
“Lose 50 pounds of flab in 10 weeks!” “lose 6 inches of your waist in 6 weeks!” “gain upto 10 pounds of lean muscle in 8 weeks!” “add 2 inches to your arms!” No I am not an advertising for any supplement as you might suspect at this point. I am trying to give you…
Types of Strength Training
The ability to develop large muscles and strength as fast as possible in one movement is very important in many sports in which all movement occurs relatively quickly (strongman, weight lifting, ski jumping rate, turnover rate jump, long jump rate, sprint etc.). Lets look at some different types of training, to target what we really…
Trail Running Benefits for Runners
I am a committed runner and outdoor enthusiast that enjoys trail running. Trail running is fun! It is an opportunity to get out in more natural environment, explore, forget about exact mileage, split times and run for the sake of running. It also creates variety to any running program. There are several key benefits to…
Running and Fitness
Running is a popular way to get fit. It requires next to no equipment and can be done pretty much anywhere, from a crowded metropolis to a countryside field. Running is a great way to keep fit and healthy because it is a cardiovascular activity, in the sense that it gets the blood flowing around…