Exercises to Improve Balance in Seniors
Falling is the most common cause of accidental injury for adults aged 65 or older and can be the cause of functional decline, social withdrawal, anxiety and depression. For older adults who are anxious to maintain their independence and stay physically and socially active, that's hard news to hear.
5 Signs You’re Not Working Out Hard Enough
Some days it pays to take it easy. But if you're chasing a goal, you need to keep challenging yourself in order to make progress.
Wellness at Work: How One Startup Makes Work-Life Balance an Integral Part of Company Culture
The culture of working at a start up has so many benefits — small teams that bind together to build something from the ground up can be one of the most gratifying experiences for a professional career. With that, comes a lot of work. Thankfully, there are many ways to stay healthy at work.
5 Important Muscles Your Workout Misses
You have more than 600 skeletal muscles in your body. Can you name them all? Don’t sweat it. Most men focus on three: guns, pecs and abs. And women? Butt, arms and tummy.
What to Do After Running a 5K
Whether it is your first race or your 30th, knowing how to take care of your body after a 5K or any other race is an important part of being a smart runner.
What Is a Bungee Workout, and How Can You Try It for Yourself?
If you haven't heard of bungee workouts before, you're about to! Find out everything you need to know about this up-and-coming fitness trend.
24 Essential Push-Up Variations for Total-Body Strength
Push-ups are everywhere — high school gym classes, the military, gym, studios and dojos or even used as a form of punishment. With good reason: Push-ups are tough. While people at gyms spend lots of time on benches and other fancy equipment, push-ups may be an even more effective way to get you stronger, faster.
Proper Push-Up Technique
The push-up is one of the most simple, yet effective upper body exercises. For maximum results, it is imperative to perform this exercise with proper form.
Jessica Biel's Pistol Squats Will Kick Your Booty
Jessica Biel's pre-Emmy pistol squats look insanely challenging, so what exactly are they and why would anyone do them?
A Woman’s Edge: The Running Advantage Ladies Can Brag About
When it comes to running, should men and women train differently? Instagrammer Grace Kim James can answer this question from experience.
Can Walking Be Enough to Reduce Obesity?
Walking is hands-down the easiest form of exercise. So easy, in fact, that you likely do it without even thinking about it. You can walk almost anywhere, and walking provides a broad range of benefits. Unfortunately, researchers and health experts agree that Americans need to be doing a lot more of it.
5 Things You Need to Know About Breaking in Running Shoes
When you get that new pair of running shoes, do not immediately start to run in them. Walk around the house for a few days in them and wear the shoes when running errands around town. Wear them to work if you're allowed. This will also provide a good snapshot of how your new running shoes fit.