The Best Type of Exericse?

Concerning exercise choice there is much debate as to the best: Strength vs. Cardio, Machines vs. Free weights, Yoga vs. Pilates, and the list goes on.

Although every form of exercise has value, no matter how beneficial the activity may be without regular practice your results will be limited. Remember, the number one reason people give for . . . → Read More: The Best Type of Exericse?

Sun Salutation

Yoga has grown in popularity in recent years for a variety of reasons. Practicing yoga regularly, like other forms of bodyweight exercise helps you simultaneously built strength, endurance and flexibility. To improve the endurance aspects practice a form of yoga known as Ashtanga – a flowing style that keeps you moving at a more vigorous pace.

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The Myth of Functional Training

One of the most popular forms of exercise in the fitness industry today is called Functional Training. Visit any major Fitness Center and you will find group exercise classes and personal training sessions available with this theme in mind.

Sadly, if you asked the Instructors or Personal Trainer’s conducting these sessions what makes this method functional the . . . → Read More: The Myth of Functional Training

Breathing Exercises

Although we breathe automatically the quality of our breathing patterns are often not the best. Day-to-day stresses, poor posture and our general lack of fitness contribute to a restricted flow of air in and out of our lungs. Breathing exercises can have a profound impact on your overall health.

Taking in oxygen and expelling carbon dioxide (breathing) . . . → Read More: Breathing Exercises