Comprehensive fitness involves a mix of strength training for hypertrophy, HIIT for metabolic health, and corrective exercises for postural alignment.
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.
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When treadmill walking becomes boring or tedious, incline or sprint intervals can add variety and boost the intensity of your workout. Increasing intensity for just a few minutes at regular intervals can help you gain more from your workout, according to MayoClinic.com.
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Stability balls are a popular tool among rehab professionals, who have long understood and appreciated the ball's therapeutic value. Fitness instructors now use balls in group fitness settings, enjoying how they challenge the core muscles while adding variety to their classes.
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Pull-ups are among the most effective exercises to strengthen your upper body, arms and core, according to Brett Stewart, author of “7 Weeks to 50 Pull-Ups.” When performed accurately, a pull-up safely challenges your biceps, lats, traps, rhomboids and abdominals.
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A typical ballet class is designed to help students perfect their postural alignment, increase muscle and joint flexibility and build essential muscular strength.
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Waking up to stiff hands and fingers makes it tough to cope with your morning routine. Even the simplest of tasks -- grasping your toothbrush, buttoning your blouse or opening a jar of instant coffee -- can be exasperating.
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Just as you monitor your child's academic progress and social development, you also need to keep an eye on her fitness level. Along with strength and endurance, flexibility is a key component of fitness.
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When you breathe in, your lungs expand and the intercostal muscles, which connect one rib to another, lengthen. If your intercostals are tight, movement of your rib cage might be limited, which can affect your ability to breathe comfortably and efficiently.
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Four muscles in the front of your thigh, known as your quadriceps, work together to extend your knee. Tight quadriceps are a risk factor for injury, especially if you're involved in sports and activities that require sudden, forceful contraction of the quads.
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