Yoga's ability to restore health, increase strength, and promote feelings of well-being make it an incredibly unique exercise pursuit. These restorative qualities, coupled with the gentle and safe nature of most Yoga routines makes it a natural fitness solution for many people. Below we have shared some simple yoga stretches ...
Many people mistakenly believe that the best way to treat back pain is to simply rest. While this can be true in some cases, depending on the nature of your injury, more often than not movement is key. Performing some safe and simple exercises designed to strengthen your core and ...
Everyone understands the benefits of regular cardio exercise, and many of us strive to get the recommended amount of weekly exercise. Unfortunately, sometimes injuries, limited mobility, balance concerns, your current fitness level, and even your age can limit your ability to engage in high-impact cardiovascular activities, like running or jumping. ...
When you have limited mobility, it can sometimes be difficult to know what exercises you can safely do from home. Below we have shared 5 simple exercises that can help strengthen your muscles and improve flexibility. Each of these exercises can be done while sitting, so are safe for those ...
Exploring a new city or country can be incredibly rewarding, and many people list traveling as one of their favorite pastimes. Unfortunately, the hours spent sitting while driving or flying to your intended destination can wreak havoc on your body. In addition to the inevitable sore and tight muscles that ...
What is TRX? How do I use it? TRX stands for Total Resistance Exercises. This piece of equipment is super safe and effective, and can be used in several different exercises that incorporate the entire body. It can be used at home or at the gym. It only needs to ...
#1 – Targeting Piriformis with a ball The Piriformis muscle can often be overactive and very tight. If not addressed right away, this can lead to hip tightness and pain, especially in the posterior area. For this exercise, use any small ball, like a tennis ball, golf ball, baseball or ...
Why is it important to have upper body strength? Upper body strength is incredibly important, especially for women. It is common to have shoulder or neck pain due to inadequate upper body strength. As we age, we naturally lose muscle mass. But we can maintain muscle composition with good nutrition ...
Stand up paddling is a really effective way of strengthening your feet. Any time you are standing on your feet, your bare feet in particular, you are strengthening the connective tissues in the feet. One of the beautiful things about stand up paddling is, as soon as you get on ...
Shyloe Fayad is Okanagan based and the CEO & Founder of Happiness Habits and Radical Wondering Collective. In this article she discusses anxiety, what it is, and how do you know if you have it. And this is the 1st article in a 3 part series. What is Anxiety? Anxiety ...
