fitness
Fitness regimes, advice, and trends in the Longevity health and wellness sphere.
How to Start Going to the Gym
What to Expect You will get sore. When you suddenly start to lift weights or run miles, your muscles will get sore because it is suddenly working hard. This is a good thing. When you workout, your muscles will start to form very small tears that will regenerate and make your muscles bigger and stronger. Soreness will take around four days to completely heal. You can still workout at this time but you should take it lightly.
Michael DuongPublished 5 years ago in LongevityMental Health Benefits of Exercise
Our brains are physical organs. Just like our lungs, heart, bones, and muscles benefit from regular physical activity, research confirms exercise triggers a flood of chemicals that affect positive changes in the brain. Medical research studies indicate that persons who do not participate in regular exercise have an increased likelihood of experiencing chronic depression, memory loss, social apathy, and Alzheimer’s disease.
Marlene AffeldPublished 5 years ago in LongevityAdvice on Working Out If You Hate the Gym
Going to the gym is a great way to stay in shape and improve your well-being. But what happens when you can’t stand the stifling indoors with all those sweaty people around you anymore, but you still want to take care of your fitness? You find the next best thing that you probably have never thought would be your everyday routine. Even though you might have never considered staying active outside the gym, here are several suggestions that'll be a great alternative for going to the gym.
Audrey TaylorPublished 5 years ago in LongevityIt's Time to Get Moving (Vigorously)
Have you ever been sitting on the couch, rifling a bag of jalapeno-flavored, kettle-cooked potato chips into your mouth, while binge-watching the hilarious hijinks of Michael Scott? Let’s be honest, we have all been there. And that is okay. However, once the screen goes black for a few moments, you catch a glimpse of yourself in the dark reflection and you think, “Man, I need to start working out again.” Again, it happens to the best of us. Starting (or even restarting) a training regimen is one of the hardest things you can do. Especially to someone who is inexperienced or does not have the extensive knowledge of individuals in the industry. So how does one begin?
Ryan Costanza, CSCSPublished 5 years ago in LongevityFive Tips to Build Your Dream Body
Most people dream of building a healthy body that will make them attractive to others, but for most people those dreams will never come true. If you want your dream body to become a reality, then you need to put in the effort to make it happen. It will not happen overnight, but you can build your dream body with a lot of hard work and dedication. To help you make it happen, here are five tips you should follow to build your dream body.
Paisley HansenPublished 5 years ago in LongevityReview of Sweatcoin
I downloaded the Sweatcoin app around six months ago basically out of curiosity. However, I have been really happy with the results and decided now is a good time to do my bit to spread the word.
Plogging: The Popular New Eco Friendly Workout
A number of major trends have come out of Scandinavia in recent years. Their crime fiction was adapted in to hit TV series that picked up a dedicated viewing around the world. Then, their concept of Hygge became a major hit, offering an easy route to a calmer lifestyle. Now, there’s a new trend straight out of Nordic culture: plogging. You’ve probably never heard of it before, but it has the potential to massively improve your health, while also providing you with a way of improving your own neighbourhood. We’re going to look at what plogging is all about, and how you can get the most out of this great new craze.
William BenettonPublished 6 years ago in LongevityThe Best Exercise Bikes with Moving Arms of 2018
If your new year’s resolution is to stay fit, then rest assured, there are plenty of exercise bikes out there that will meet your needs. Of course, some of the best exercise bikes would be those that are as versatile as possible. The manufacturers of these bikes know that many of those devoted to fitness are no longer beholden to just a one-dimensional exercise machine. Indeed, this demographic wants a way to multi-task. This is why exercise bikes with moving arms are some of the best ways to fully meet the needs of this fitness generation. Here are some of the best from 2018 and beyond.
Vaden ChandlerPublished 6 years ago in LongevityWhat Is a Plateau and How to Overcome It
What is a 'plateau' in training? The term plateau when used in fitness terms refers to a sudden drop in noticeable results. This can be found in all forms of training from strength to cardio, even in fat loss. This is caused by the body's amazing ability of adaptation. Once it gets used to a workout, you will find it harder and harder to progress. Plateau can be caused by a number of factors, like not changing up your workout enough or not altering nutritional plans.
4 Good Reasons to Keep Exercising During Vacation
A vacation is a treat we give ourselves for working hard all year long. Though it is a time to relax and unwind, it is also the time when we are most likely to break from routine. A little vacation from waking up early in the morning might do you good, but it can also cause some harm. Though you can always reset your alarm to wake you up early after your vacation is over, it is much harder to restart some habits; for example, exercising regularly. Skipping on working out while on you're on vacation can even jeopardize the fitness progress results you worked so hard on.
Mia JohnsonPublished 6 years ago in LongevityBenefits of Kettlebells
First off, I think kettlebells are amazing, they are a hugely versatile piece of equipment. They can be used for a range of different exercises and support the progression of many goals. If you don't know already, a kettlebell is what is in the picture above. It's cannonball shaped with a handle and has become very popular for resistance training.
Beginner's Guide to Free Weights
Free weights are great, but they are also kinda scary. Unlike with a machine, you don't have that feeling of safety or support because there isn't anything helping you with the exercise. But free weights are a great tool to help you gain strength and overall fitness. Just to clarify free weights are anything that isn't attached to a support, things like barbells, dumbbells, and kettlebells.