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Deep Breathing For Better Energy
How often do you feel exhausted, sluggish, weary or worn out? People frequently feel like they don’t have enough energy for the things they have to do, let alone for the things that they want to do! In fact, about 20% of the population reports feeling fatigue that lasts for a month or more. It’s… Read more
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What’s the difference between exercise, physical activity, and movement?
All refer to different ways of using your body. The differences lie primarily in intent, intensity, and duration, but other elements also impact what category your activity might fall into. And don’t worry about not working hard enough – it’s all good for you! Movement The broadest category of, well, body movement. For our purposes,… Read more
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How To Get The Most Out Of Your Strength Training Workout
We’ve previously written about the physical benefits of strength training. Make sure you get the most from your strength training program and every single workout by following these guidelines: Warm Up Right – While five minutes on a treadmill and some stretching is better than no warm-up, using a dynamic mobility warmup is a much… Read more
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What does strength training do for your body?
Strength training – also called weight training or resistance training – is the type of exercise that increases muscle size, strength, and power. Strength training workouts normally consist of multiple sets of up to 15-20 reps of the same exercise, broken up by periods of rest. Big changes Strength training is a fundamental component of… Read more
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Quick tips for a good night’s sleep
It’s easy to just fall into bed at the end of the evening, but a few simple tips can take you from dozing to dreaming. While much of the HealthFit focus is on exercise, movement, and healthy eating, you can make all the right choices when you’re awake and still not make great progress if… Read more
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Which is better, exercising at home, or exercising at a gym?
Where will you get the most out of your workout? In the home-exercise versus gym-workout battle, there is no clear winner. Both gym-based and at-home exercise have their own pros and cons, but in the end, it’s a very individual preference. And this preference makes all the difference in how effective your workout actually is.… Read more
