Health Benefits of Pickleball, Plus How to Play
In the U.S. alone, there are now almost 5 million pickleball players, many of whom are over the age of 50. The number of "picklers" regularly picking up a paddle and ball has grown by ...
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Can Running, Strength Training & Other Exercise Help You Live Longer? YES
By now, everyone knows there are numerous benefits of exercise, and one of those benefits includes the potential to extend life. This is even true for people who are already in their 60s and 70s.
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HIIT Workouts Benefits, Plus 4 Sample Routines
High-intensity interval training , also called HIIT workouts, have become known in the fitness and medical world as one of the most effective means of improving cardiovascular health, respiratory endurance, as well as metabolic function.
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Starting a Fitness Routine that Works for You
You wouldn’t know it by looking at me today, but as recently as 2011 ago I was living a completely unhealthy lifestyle. For years I’d struggled with my weight and had no understanding of how ...
The Health Benefits of Swimming + Swim Workouts to Try
Swimming is a sport that many of us seem to do often when we’re young but then slack off on as we age. According to statistics, children swim more than adults, and in past generations, ...
What Is Restorative Yoga? Benefits, Poses and How to Do It
While it might not be as physically challenging as other types of yoga, such as Ashtanga or Bikram yoga, restorative yoga can still have big payoffs in terms of promoting overall health.
It doesn't exactly “count as ...
Muscle Recovery Do’s and Don’ts for Optimal Fitness
Whether you’re trying to burn fat or gain muscle, what you do in terms of exercise, diet and the time you rest in between workouts makes all difference. We all know that working out is ...
Tips for Working Out in the Heat Safely (Plus Its Benefits)
When nicer weather returns, it's exciting to move your workouts outdoors, adding plenty of fresh air and scenic sights to the experience. However, working out in the heat can cause dehydration and overheating when it's ...
Do Fitness Trackers Help You Become More Active?
More than 39.5 million Americans (that’s 1 out of 5!) — and 3 of every 10 Americans in families earning more than $75,000, and a full quarter of women — regularly wear a smart watch ...
Nordic Walking Burns (More) Calories, Builds Muscle & Promotes Stability
Have you ever tried cross-country skiing in your own neighborhood? It may sound bizarre, but there's a type of exercise called "nordic walking" that involves the use of skiing poles and can help you to ...
