Want to feel better, have more energy and even add years to your life? Just exercise. The health benefits of regular exercise and physical activity are hard to ignore. Everyone benefits from exercise, regardless of age, sex or physical ability. Need more convincing to get moving? Check out these seven ways exercise can lead to […]
I received an email from an Army Soldier who was having a difficult time running a few months ago. His breathing patterns were so erratic that he was basically hyperventilating while running his two mile PFT run. Once he started breathing properly as well as exhaling fully, he was able to perform better in the
Walking, swimming, cycling, jogging, skiing, aerobic dancing or any of dozens of other activities can help your heart. They all cause you to feel warm, perspire and breathe heavily without being out of breath and without feeling any burning sensation in your muscles.Whether it is a structured exercise program or just part of your daily
Exercise is a great way to keep the body and mind healthy. However, people sometimes make mistakes while trying to get in shape without even realizing it. If you’re looking to begin your fitness journey, or you’re already active, you may be making some common exercise blunders. Read on for four essential tricks to getting the most
Hydrocolloid dressing “If you are faced with an angry blemish, look for a small adhesive bandage called a hydrocolloid dressing,” says Dr. Lortscher. This is the same thing that people put on blisters to lessen the swelling. It simply absorbs the moisture from the area and calms any strain on the skin. “It can reduce
Even though most of us are spending the majority of our time at home, it’s still important to be physically active. Functional fitness can be a good way to combat restlessness and keep your body moving during a shelter-in-place. What is functional fitness? It refers to exercise that helps you with everyday activities, like: getting up
A healthy vagina smells like a lot of different things — flowers isn’t one of them. Yeah, we’ve seen those scented tampons ads too. And it seems to us like all that flowery sunshine is another example of the world getting vaginas all wrong. Just take a quick trip to your local drugstore. You’ll find a
In 2019, around 115 million Americans traveled during the holiday season. This year, that number is expected to drastically drop. But some people are still traveling — even planning to fly home for the holidays. We talked to experts about what you should know about traveling this holiday season. The holidays are typically the busiest
Cardio yoga is a popular style of exercise that combines yoga with cardiovascular, or cardio, exercises. It has become increasingly popular among those who enjoy the relaxation benefits of yoga but demand more intensity. This article explains everything you need to know about cardio yoga, including its benefits, specific workouts, and how it compares with
While many diets may work for you, the key is finding one you like and can stick to in the long run. Here are 5 healthy diets that are scientifically proven to be effective. Low-carb, entire food diet The low-carb, entire food diet is ideal for individuals who need to get in shape, streamline wellbeing,