Staying Active
Being active is widely known to be good for one’s health, but many people are not aware of the scientific reasons behind it. Exercise triggers the release of endorphins, which lead to a sense of calm and positive attitude that …
What is the difference between fitness and exercise? Being fit and active is great for your physical and mental well-being and to achieve fitness you have to exercise, but it’s usually because you are working on a fitness goal.
Being active is widely known to be good for one’s health, but many people are not aware of the scientific reasons behind it. Exercise triggers the release of endorphins, which lead to a sense of calm and positive attitude that …
SMART goals are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound objectives that help you stay focused and motivated in achieving your goals. Here’s a breakdown of each element: Specific: A specific goal is focused and well-defined, making it easier to understand …
Self-Image For most people, “overweight” and “obese” are not scientific terms, but are loaded words that trigger anxiety and frustration. Like gender and ethnicity, weight is an essential part of every person’s self-image, and when pounds go haywire, the result …
Precise and Accurate Bathroom Scales for Home Weighing Obesity is loosely defined as accumulation of fat in body storage areas to a point where the amount stored exceeds the amount required for normal body function. Obesity Risks Obesity increases the …
Before you start your exercise programs The heart rate varies depending on a person’s activity level, age, and overall health. A healthy heart rate typically falls between 60 and 100 beats per minute for adults, although this can vary somewhat …
Setting up your workout Since your maximum heart rate won’t change much with age if you continue to be fit, you won’t ever have to readjust your zones – they are yours for a lifetime. Your Heart Zone Training System …
How to Get Started Physical activity is one of life’s most individual pursuits. Still, many people have found they work out better with others so they can get on-the-spot feedback and motivation for their fitness efforts. When you have a …
Walk Your Way to Good Health! The simplest, safest, and least expensive exercise is walking. But how fast should you walk? Research has shown that walking at speeds of 3.5 to 4.5 miles an hour – that’s brisk walking, not …
Fitness is defined as “the ability to carry out daily tasks with vigor and alertness, without undue fatigue, and with ample energy to enjoy leisure time pursuits and to meet unforeseen emergencies.” Yet physical fitness means different things to a …
You can choose to do something as simple as walking, you can take up one or more recreational sports, or you can perform a specific routine in an exercise class or at home. In fact, variety is one of the …