So I was in the gym today and noticed two separate people reading while “working out.” One was on a stairstepper and one was on an exercise bike. I see people doing this fairly regularly in my gym, actually. I don’t know about you, but when I exercise, there’s no way I could read anything at all. That’s because I am breathing heavily, sweating, and in constant motion. In short, it’s because I’m really working out, not just going through the motions. There’s no way I could focus on lines of text and really think about what I’m reading. The people ...
You’ve probably heard you shouldn’t exercise when you are sick, but did you know that regular exercise can help prevent you from getting a cold or the flu? Studies have shown that you can cut the number of days you are sick in half by exercising regularly. In a study of 50 women, those who walked for 45 minutes five days a week showed an increase in killer cells which attack bacteria and viruses. These same women experienced half as many colds as a control group. It’s important to note this benefit came from brisk walking – a simple ...
Belly dancing is one of the hotness new workout trends in the US according to the American Council on Exercise. It’s great for increasing flexibility and strength, plus it’s suitable for any age or body type. You can burn as many calories as riding a bike or a light jog, so why not give it a try? Belly dancing is great for core muscles. This art form targets your abs, gluts, and thighs. Adding veil work can improve your upper body strength by working your arms and shoulders. Many styles of belly dancing emphasize muscular “isolations”, which is the ...
A wireless heart rate monitor is a very useful tool for anyone who exercises, especially those who are striving to exercise within the maximum zone for effective cardiovascular exercise. This type of heart rate monitor will keep you constantly updated as to how hard you are exercising and will do so conveniently and easily, without you being attached by wires to any machine. [caption id="attachment_69" align="alignright" width="180" caption="Photo by Flickr user Ivy Mike"][/caption] There are many different types of wireless heart rate monitors available on the market today and they take a variety of forms. The best way to choose which is ...
Despite widespread recommendations to incorporate strength training into their workout routine, many women avoid it because they afraid of bulking up. Women have low levels of testosterone, so women do not bulk up with moderate strength training. In fact, if you cut calories without adding exercise you can lose muscle along with fat. There are numerous benefits to strength training and you really should add it to your healthy lifestyle. Below are just five reasons you should make strength training a part of your life: 1. Burn more calories. Another reason some women don’t lift weights ...