Grip strength, for an athlete, is defined as “the muscular power and force that can be generated by the hands.” Every day you do activities that require dexterity in your arms and hands. Opening a jar requires a good grip. Science tells us that our health can be predicted by our grip. Let’s explore how … Read more
It may be cold outside, but that doesn’t need to keep everyone inside. Put on those mittens, pull on those warm winter socks and get outside! Get your heart racing, and your muscles moving, and enjoy some family friendly wintertime fitness activities. Have an awesome time with your family. The kids will love you for … Read more
If one parent is overweight, there is a 50% chance that their children will be overweight. Couch potato kids: how to get your kids excited about fitness. There are some indicators that you have a couch potato kid in your home if: They are: Bored all the time. Gaining weight. Don’t sleep well at night. … Read more
What are the Benefits of a Sauna? Saunas have been used for centuries. From Dry Saunas to Steam Rooms, from Finland to Japan, the whole idea is to make you sweat! Longevity, rejuvenated skin and hair, increased metabolism, reduced risk of stroke, and reduced risk of dementia are just a few things that are claimed … Read more
Regardless of what you may have heard, fitness has no age limit. You can be in the best shape of your life after 50. While getting older is inevitable, the rocking chair is not. There are many factors involved in aging well. Keeping a youthful attitude is one. Exercise keeps you feeling and looking younger. … Read more
Working out is hard. Sometimes you just want to hit that snooze button and roll over to catch another 40 winks. Finding motivation to exercise is often the biggest challenge to get the results you want, so get fit, get motivated, get moving! It is just fine to skip a workout every once in a … Read more
Strength training is important to your overall fitness plan. Let’s investigate how to get fit at home – 8 benefits of strength training. Exercise provides endorphins to your body. We know that! Go for a jog or an aerobics class and you will feel pretty good. Your body will be flooded with those feel-good hormones. … Read more
If you are not sure where to start but want to discover how to get fit from home in a month, I have a good suggestion for you. Why not try a stationary bike? A stationary bike has a lot to offer, from the beginner to the seasoned Pro. Before you go out to make … Read more
Did you know that John Glenn returned to space at age 77, and in 1997, Mary Fasano became the oldest person ever to earn a Harvard degree when she graduated at the age of 89? So, you are out of shape, bent over that computer with a sore back and neck. You don’t have to … Read more
What does a piece of sawn timber have to do with how to keep fit at home? Actually, nothing! “Planking” as an exercise, is fantastic! It is full body exercise that you can do with no equipment at all. It will keep you in tip-top physical condition if you practice it every day. Always check … Read more