fitness

Fitness regimes, advice, and trends in the Longevity health and wellness sphere.

Best Running Shoes to Burn Off Your Winter Fat
Summer’s coming, whether you like it or not. The inevitable heat and rolling waves of beach goers will leave you feeling guilty when you look down at your prized gut you dedicated so much time to this winter. However, it’s never too late to start getting ready for the beach and prepping your beach body to impress your friends. Below, is a list of the 4 best running shoes you can buy in 2017, as well as a guide on what to look for when buying a pair.
By Trent Cooper9 years ago in Longevity
Walks in the Park
With the constant temptations of technology, the Internet, endless entertainment options, and other distractions, it is all too easy nowadays to get caught up in work, school, and other commitments without ever taking time for yourself. It’s been scientifically and medically proven that your body and your mind need some time away from your daily stressors. It doesn’t have to be a long amount of time for solitude away from your home, or your workplace but just enough minutes or hours where you can re-charge your energy and re-capture your focus. When it comes to seeking out solitude and alone time, our options these days are becoming increasingly limited.
By Ben W9 years ago in Longevity
Body, or Brain?
I try to keep on top of trending topics. Short of that, I just shoot for interesting. I think this blog post hits both areas. Let’s get real: When is talking about health (read: diets) not a trending topic? Never? Correct! So, answer these questions:
By RJ Plant9 years ago in Longevity
An Exercise Prescription for You
Exercise is an important component of fitness and therefore of any wellness program. People exercise for many reasons, most commonly for weight loss, strength conditioning, improving flexibility, aerobic conditioning, and/or toning. It’s important to understand some basic principles about exercise as a way to help you achieve your fitness goals.
By Victor Acquista9 years ago in Longevity
Hacks for Working Out Inside
When the days are short and the weather is brutal, many people find they are lacking the time and motivation to get to the gym. The good news is there are plenty of ways you can get your exercise in from home, or even from your workplace. Try some of these hacks for working out inside and get fit for spring from the comfort of your home.
By Annie Kiely9 years ago in Longevity
From Roamer to Runner
First off, I know I know, talking about running is boring. Borrrrrrring. I know. It’s not an article on carb-loading and tips on how to avoid a stitch (for that, check out my article ‘Carb Loading and tips….’ Onlllllly joking. I know I know I know. This is an article about why I started running and how it totally transformed my life (nothing deep then), and why I think that exercising (it doesn’t have to be running) is essential – I just wish someone told that to me pre-2003, the me that I like to call a ‘directionless roaming monkey’.
By Martin Skate9 years ago in Longevity
Hitting the Gym: A Test of Willpower
It’s a constant struggle. The motivation and perseverance needed to go work out after a long day at the office, school, etc. It’s become such a growing part of our society especially with the modern amenities, the number and size of these gyms increasing day by day. As I get older, it’s becoming more and more apart of my weekly routine as my daily opportunities for exercise and fitness are starting to decline due to sheer laziness or the busyness of my schedule.
By Ben W9 years ago in Longevity
Yoga Poses to Release Stress
If you’ve ever wanted to know the best yoga poses to release stress, then look no further. We’ve compiled this extensive guide for your convenience. With so many fads and products out on the market these days we understand how frustrating it can be to sieve through to get the information you want and the things best designed for your needs. With that said, let us be clear, if you need to expel stress from your life, clear your mind, cleanse your body and achieve your full potential… you’ve come to the right place. Our ultimate list of yoga poses to release stress is perfect for you.
By Aaliyah Williams9 years ago in Longevity
8 Ways to Improve Your Fitness
Many people–especially those who take part in a sport or some other active recreational activity–believe that they get enough exercise during their ordinary daily routine to keep themselves in good physical condition. Whether or not this is true depends very much on the type of sports you're playing, and the regularity of your participation.
By Blendea Lucia9 years ago in Longevity
Nine Vitamins, Minerals and Other Nutrients Important for Better Exercise Performance
It’s no secret that solid nutrition is vital to good overall health. If you’re an avid exerciser, though, your nutrition needs go up, with key nutrients playing an important role in recovery and making your workout program more effective.
By Jerry Del Priore9 years ago in Longevity
Teen Entrepreneur Makes Eating Healthy Easy With Innovative Nutrition App
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA—At just 16-years-old, Marcus Vlahovic of Baton Rouge, LA was already attending college and focusing on his career, when he got an unwelcome diagnosis just a few years later. After experiencing neurological and intestinal damage, a blood test confirmed he had celiac disease.
By Nikki Gaskins Campbell9 years ago in Longevity
Why You Should Jump Rope
Have you ever wondered why boxers are such tremendous athletes? The vigorous training, non-stop running, strict diets, and subtle art of jumping rope are all excellent shape-makers, but for the purposes of this piece, I will focus on the art of skipping.
By Andre John9 years ago in Longevity