Dancing is a great form of exercise and expression. In order to keep your body functioning and your muscles operating during peak performance, you need to stretch. Your body will benefit from you taking the time to stretch. Here is a list of stretches that will increase your flexibility and loosen up your tense muscles.…
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Rise and shine! Research suggests that anyone who wakes up with the sun and cranks out an early morning workout is doing their body a favor. Running on Empty A handful of small studies have shown that weight loss is more pronounced when you exercise in the morning on an empty stomach. It is believed…
We all know that feeling of dread when a common cold starts to show its symptoms. Runny nose, sneezing, sore throat, coughing, and headaches can make the simplest everyday tasks seem impossible. Luckily for some, regular exercise does strengthen the immune system, making active people slightly less susceptible to the common cold. Unfortunately, that doesn’t…
Childbirth is a beautiful part of life, but pregnancy does change a woman’s body. Many women who are pregnant (or plan to be) worry about the inevitable weight gain. Exercise During Pregnancy When you’re pregnant, you don’t have to abandon your usual fitness regimen. In fact, regular exercise during pregnancy has benefits for both mom…
It’s an indisputable fact that exercise is good for your body, but making sure you take proper precautions and take care of your body before and after a workout is vital to your overall health. To avoid the risk of injury, taking time to warm up and cool down helps the body adjust to the…
If you’re looking for a fun workout that makes you feel like a diva on the dance floor, a fitness dance class is for you. In a fitness dance class, you dance to great music and burn calories without realizing you’re working out. Although dance classes are some of the most fun cardio fitness classes…
Exercising in silence can be a great way to reflect on your day, but sometimes you need some background noise that motivates you to take your workout to the next level. Your individual music style will dictate what songs occupy your playlist, but here are some of the more popular options for your consideration. Eminem…