exercise

According to a recent study, one in two workers don't leave the office all day, and 27 percent of staff snack on unhealthy foods at least once a day. Such habits make for a less than enjoyable work environment and could be the reason you've…

You can get into shape anytime. This is true of not only those in their 30s and 40s but also 60 and above. Irrespective of whether you have led a physically active life so far or have been more or less sedentary, almost anyone of any age…

If you want to take care of your mental and emotional health, you must first begin with your physical wellbeing. Though it may sound a little new age-y to say, your body and your mind are connected, and there’s a direct correlation between…

Exercise does so much for your wellbeing, but what about your anti-ageing wellness? Exercise can prevent diabetes, osteoporosis and even cancer, and  ward of wrinkles and keep your skin younger for longer – but you have to know your limits.…

Most fitness fans act as their own personal trainer in the gym: Setting their program, deciding their weights/resistance and executing the moves. Unfortunately, poor technique can creep in as a result. At best this can reduce the…

When you enjoy an active lifestyle, you need a guaranteed, refreshing night’s sleep to maintain peak performance. According to researchers from the Medical University of South Carolina, studies show that getting a comfortable night’s sleep…

Stay fit and healthy with your workout routine by being mindful of a few Dos and Don’ts: Do get an Ok from your doctor. It’s always sensible to check with your physician and let him or her know that you’re going to start on an exercise…

Whether you work from home or in a busy office, taking your lunch break can boost your health and wellbeing and may even improve your career prospects. There are at least five reasons why taking an hour away from your desk and walking at…

Hips can be a problem area that we all suffer with, with weight being notoriously difficult to remove from this area. They aren't easy to conceal in the same way that other parts of your body are, so it's likely that you'll want to tone up…

Nutritional supplements for sports are a great way to reach your goals and really benefit from your fitness routine. Fitness enthusiasts and trainers are all in favour of these pills, as they help the body to recover from injury, helping to…

The American College of Sports Medicine recently surveyed nearly 4,000 fitness professionals from around the globe to determine which exercise trends were likely to become most popular over the coming months. They predicted the Top Ten…

Meditation doesn’t always have to be done sitting in one place. You can actually meditate while walking. Walking meditation is commonly used in Zen, Taoist and Buddhist traditions as a more active route to mindfulness.  Meditation of any…

Tennis is a game involving movement, skill and strategy, making it an excellent sport for both mind and body. When playing tennis, you use every muscle and move every joint in your body and this helps maintain the three key factors required…

Whether you’re a competitive athlete or simply enjoy working out for fitness, eating a healthy diet will help you train harder and longer. A healthy daily diet helps your body adapt to the training you do, and ensures that you’re well…

If you find yourself forgetting things frequently, a 40-minute walk could be just what you need. A study conducted at the University of British Columbia found that aerobic exercise had a significant impact on memory in older women, with…

It is never ever boring; cardio kickboxing is always a fun challenge in technique, endurance and especially concentration. It's also great for you if you don’t have much time on your hands but you are looking to lose weight fast.…

Lifting weights is one of the best ways to tone up, build muscle and burn calories. But choosing the right weight is as important as the right technique if you want to achieve progressive results. The following tips will help you get the…

A new fitness trend sweeping the US proves that cardio doesn’t have to be deadly dull or serious. The fun, animal-inspired workout gets your pulse racing, builds muscle and also exercises your ‘funny bone’ to tap into the health benefits of…

Researchers are discovering an increasing amount of evidence that supports the importance of getting exercise. For those who are new to the idea of exercising regularly the opportunities for getting regular exercise are seemingly limitless.…

Do you work out or slob in? Sometimes the thought of doing exercise and fitness activities just seems boring and too much like hard work. Health and fitness is a way of life for many people who love every second of their fitness regimes.…

Losing weight is not just about dropping pounds, but getting healthy. Many people focus on the numbers on the scale instead of getting healthy, and once they reach their goals, they fall into old, unhealthy habits. Fortunately, there is a…

In honour of Mental Health Awareness Week, the Public Health Agency (PHA) urged people across Northern Ireland to get active in a bid to improve their emotional wellness. The theme of this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week, which ran from…

It’s recommended that teens get at least an hour of physical activity on most, preferably all, days of the week. Yet physical activity tends to decline during the teen years. Many teens drop out of organised sports and participation in…

Many brides-to-be resort to extreme measures and quick fixes to drop the pounds before the big day. Some of those methods are not so safe or healthy, and often they fail miserably. Quick fixes, diet pills, and extreme exercise plans don’t…

We're often told that the greatest benefits for the heart is to exercise it. From brisk walks to jogging, flexing those heart muscles is often the prescription as we pace ourselves towards middle age. Does exercise always have to be…

If you are diagnosed with diabetes, you are usually told to exercise. With insulin and a good diet however, the idea of exercise can seem somewhat redundant. A study done by researchers in the Life Sciences Institute in Michigan however,…

During this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week, West Sussex County Council will be encouraging people to work on their physical wellness in order to improve their mental health. This year’s campaign, which runs from May 13th -19th, will…

Dance has always been a part of human life – finding its way into culture, ritual and celebrations. As much as it is about recreation and creative self-expression, it is also an enjoyable way of being more physically active and staying fit.…

One of the most rewarding ways to workout is to exercise in the great outdoors. While providing an unlimited source of fresh air, and a healthy boost of Vitamin D from the sun, studies show that people experience more pleasure and less…

In discovering a severe side-effect in their latest supply, McNeil Consumer Healthcare is recalling all bottles of Tylenol Arthritis Pain Caplet 100 count. What was found was that the medication actually harmed its recipients, rather…