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Step Up Your Yoga Ability We always hear why and how yoga is amazing cross training for a multitude of different athletic endeavors. Yoga can increase stamina, flexibility, and agility. It can improve your swing, shorten recovery time in between workouts, reduce risk of injury—the list goes on. But what if you’re a yogi looking to cross train and enhance your yoga? What sorts of activities and workouts would augment your practice? We’ve come up with the five best workouts to enhance and complement your yoga routine. SoulCycle For the devoted yogi who needs something with more substance than…
Yoga Garden offers dynamic and powerful yoga for all levels. Experience inspiring and creative courses, workshops and training led by knowledgeable and passionate teachers. In this space, you can explore, play, try new things, test yourself, and be yourself. You have a chance to reach your full potential. Vinyasa yoga, Yin yoga, restorative and gentle yoga. From beginner to advanced, you’ll find everything here. It’s not too hot, it’s not too cold, and it’s exactly the time for bear cubs. In the silence of the day and the stillness of the night, you can hear the siren song from a…
The 67-year-old performed a “mini squat” in an Instagram video. She says the squat variations “relieve pressure” on the joints. Dennis Austin regularly shares workout tips and makes sure to provide his fans with easily accessible workouts. This includes how to stay healthy and live a healthy lifestyle that works for everyone, no matter your age or fitness level. The 67-year-old has previously demonstrated effective, simple workout moves for women over 50, and now she’s introduced another low-impact exercise to tone her legs and butt. are doing. This time, the fitness star posted a workout video on Instagram showing fans…
Head out for a workout—alone—or stay at home and binge-watch House of Cards with your man? Making time for exercise might seem silly when all you want is a bit of bonding time. But research shows that opting for the former choice is the better bet. Read on for 10 ways exercise has a direct effect on your relationship, then lace up your sneaks and start sweating. Bonus points if you get your partner to join you. You’ll Reduce Stress By now you know that squeezing in some time to sweat is great for your mental clarity. And there’s no better way…
Diligent gym habits aren’t just about physical health. Research shows exercise can improve your mental health, too. Exercise Cranks Up Creativity Thinking outside the box in the workplace may be as easy as going outside your cubicle. A recent Dutch study published in Frontiers in Human Neuroscience suggests that people who exercise regularly are also better at creative thinking. So if you’ve been stuck on a task for a while, taking a stroll during your lunch break may be just the thing to get you past the block. Exercise Increases Self-Esteem Talk about a runner’s high! A report in the Journal of…
Not all sit-up exercises are created equal. In fact, much of it is a waste of training time. A study conducted at San Diego State University’s Biomechanics Laboratory looked at the electromyography (EMG) activity results from a popular core workout. Here’s how they performed, along with other favorite (and least favorite) abdominal exercises. The Stationary-Bike Warm-Up You need to warm up, but the typical five-minute tour on the stationary bike probably isn’t going to do much, says Dean Maddalone, CSCS, director of the Professional Athletic Performance Center in New York. Your warm-up should get your heart rate to at least…
Venus has Serena. Beyonce has Jay-Z. Peanut butter has jelly. One good thing transforms to something great with the help of the perfect pairing. Another thing that’s better as a duet? Your workout! Here’s why there’s strength in numbers. You’ll Actually Show Up “If you know a friend is waiting for you at the gym or won’t pound the pavement without you, it’s tough to bail,” says Thomas Plante, PhD, professor of psychology at Santa Clara University in Santa Clara, California, who has completed multiple studies on the power of exercise partners. It might be tempting to skip yoga after…
Like most evolving gym-goers, I eventually realized that to really build abs, I needed to start doing more core training ( Please try to imagine!). But when I added lots of crunch variations to my regular routine, I realized that it wasn’t my abs that were weakening from fatigue, but my neck. Every time I stood up, the muscles supporting my head screamed louder than my future six-pack abs. The pain went away like a typical muscle pain, so I thought it was just a weak neck. Embarrassed, I never thought much about it until I was working out with…
Squats are one of the best exercises when done correctly. Check out these six common squat mistakes and learn how to avoid them and get a better butt, a toned body, and a stronger body. 1. The Problem: Your shoulders and back are relaxed. Without proper tension in your shoulders and back, the entire squat will fall apart. Not only will your back arch, you’ll lose control, and your ability to lift weight will decrease, but you’ll also increase your risk of injury, says CSCS strength coach Tony Gentilcore. Basically, your body forgets how to squat. Solution: Pull your shoulder…
Tired of the intense zipper dance you do every time you put on your favorite jeans? Well, get ready to unzip them with ease. We have the perfect plan to tone your butt, flatten your stomach, tone your thighs, and burn fat everywhere. “To really change your body, you need to change your routine,” says Tracy Mallett, owner of ATP Specific Training & Physical Therapy Center in South Pasadena, California. One of Mallett’s best transformation strategies is using stairs for both cardio and strength training. “Climbing stairs instantly increases your heart rate, increases your endurance, and puts additional muscle strain…