January 4th, 2010

10 Ways to Squeeze in Exercise

If you feel you are always pressed for time, too busy to prepare a healthy meal, and exercise has taken a back seat, do not fuss. We will tell you 10 ways to squeeze in short bursts of exercise in your busy routine, to have a renewed energy for yourself. You will only get busier and busier. Accept it. So instead of cribbing about your work, family and chaotic traffic, carve out some time and spend it wisely, for a better you. Try these suggestions: A few minutes here and there can do you a world of good. The rule of thumb is choosing an activity that you really enjoy and that fits your schedule and lifestyle. If you like what you do during your workout, you’ll view it as a requisite

December 19th, 2009

Take the Fitness Route to Defeat Fibromyalgia

Even after taking prescribed drugs from your doctor, if you feel exhausted and hurt all over the body, its time you get more active and take regular exercise. Exercise, especially aerobics, improves flexibility, stamina, strength, and your sleeping pattern. Though not life-threatening, fibromyalgia is a disorder that causes intense pain in your muscles, connective tissues and joints, and interferes with a wide range of everyday activities. It may trigger headaches, muscle stiffness, body aches and can even disrupt your beauty sleep. Stress, anxiety or lack of sleep can make the symptoms of fibromyalgia worse. Pretty common, this condition affects women more than men and might have serious

November 20th, 2009

Follow your dreams

Fitness is beyond gym memberships and workout. It’s a way of life and has always been. In this space, we will profile people who’ve gone extraordinary lengths to pursue their passion. Kanishka, the first Indian to train in Shaolin temple of China and fight choreographer to the well-known movie personalities speaks about his growing years and his struggle to realize his dream in an informal chat with Archana Darshan As a child, I was an introvert and was very shy, and quiet. Secretly, I was in awe with Bruce Lee and his movies. The year was 1986 when my father gifted me a cassette of 36 Chambers of Shaolin. I must have watched and re-watched the movie 400 times. Since, then began my

November 17th, 2009

Breathing exercise

Deep breathing is part of authentic breathing, but it’s also important to remember that there are deep breathing exercises you can do to assist your deep breathing naturally. In this article, we discuss 10 secrets of authentic breathing and instruct you on some deep breathing exercises to help you naturally practice authentic, deep breathing. Breathing Secret 1. When possible in your daily life, inhale and exhale only through your nose. Breathing Secret 2. Sense the movement of your breath frequently in the midst of your everyday activities. Remember not to hold your breath. Breathing Secret 3. Be sure your belly stays relaxed. Let it expand as you inhale and retract as you exhale.

October 28th, 2009

Battle hormonal upheavals the fitness way

If you feel heavy around your midriff and armpits, do not blame yourself for hogging all along, for this chaos could be due to the change in your hormone level. Women of all ages experience hormone fluctuations. And as hormones regulate everything that happens in a woman’s body, their imbalance can create a host of problems. But incorporating a few lifestyle changes can bring a positive effect in the body. Keep reading…. Upheavals in hormone levels occur throughout a woman’s life. Hormones exercise influence over the entire body, from the top of our head to the tip of our toes. This disturbance can result in various unpleasant symptoms. An imbalance in hormones, especially

October 12th, 2009

When yoga meets with dance

Get a deep sense of physical well-being and an ethereal feeling of joy with Dance yoga It’s divine. It’s therapeutic. Dance gives an expression to our deep emotions and yoga teaches us how to unite our body and mind. Imagine the synergy when emotions (spiritual), body (physical) and mind (mental) come together. Dance + yoga is an approach that not only combines dance and yoga movements but incorporates original movements as well. Performed on a healing symphony it is a complete workout for the body. It has aerobic as well as relaxing elements. Adaptable to every body and all ages, this creative fusion is a way to explore your hidden sensual energies as well as promote health and

October 6th, 2009

Slimming solutions for “too busy-to-get-to the gym” group

We all wish we had a magic wand that would just take away those extra kilos and grant us an enviable shape. What if it turns true and without having to starve and sweat yourself you get an awesome body! Check out - Finding time for fitness is no doubt a challenge but making fitness a priority is a must and a great way to rejuvenate your body and mind. And when you feel fit and healthy, you are inevitably much more productive. GUARDIAN PHARMACY has come up with a few slimming solutions that will work wonders on any overbooked schedule. Here are some hottest, effective and realistic slimming products that have recently hit the racks- Shake up with – X-TRA SLIM All you have to do is

September 16th, 2009

Pilates

Pilates is a series of stretches and exercises designed to flow in a smooth controlled way to help you work your “powerhouse” muscles (the center of your body: your abs, lower back, buttocks and inner thighs). Pilates pronounced puh-lah-teez is a body conditioning routine that seeks to build flexibility, strength, endurance, and coordination without adding muscle bulk. People who do pilates regularly feel they have better posture, are less prone to injury, and experience better overall health. Joseph H. Pilates, the founder of the pilates exercise method, was born in Germany. As a child he was frail, living with asthma in addition to other childhood conditions. To build his

September 16th, 2009

Build your stamina

All exercise is good for your body. However, the exercises that build your stamina are good for your heart. Stamina building exercise is any exercise where you exert yourself continuously over a period of time. This could be a brisk walk or jog, swimming or cycling at a good pace or an aerobic workout. High stamina is what we all aspire for when we start up an exercise routine. The golden rule of exercise is to start gently, build up gradually and do it regularly. To be effective, most experts recommend two or three sessions per week of at least 20 minutes each time. Varying your activity helps keep you motivated and makes exercise more fun. Stamina builders To build stamina you can run,

September 16th, 2009

Fitness for heart patients

Regular and moderate physical activities lower blood pressure and lessen the risk of obesity and diabetes, which causes heart disease. One may also experience relief from stress, more energy, greater stamina and a better sex life. If you’ve been diagnosed with any heart defect, don’t get disheartened thinking you will have to forego your favorite sport or your exercise regimen completely. Consult your cardiologist and incorporate some low to moderate intensity exercises in your daily life and reap the unimaginable benefits. Guidelines American College of Sports Medicine recommends mild to moderate resistance training for muscular strength and endurance to prevent and manage a

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