Moderate-intensity aerobic activities, like brisk walking, are generally safe for most people, yet so many of us are inactive. Why is this so? With the advances of modern technology (cars, washing machines, dishwashers, remote control televisions, computers, and etc.), we have less time each day to break a sweat. We have sadly become more and … Continue reading Move it or Lose it
Category: Exercise
Exercise is a type of physical activity that is specifically designed to enhance or maintain one or more components of physical fitness, such as cardiovascular endurance, strength, flexibility, and balance.
From the waist, extend your chi.
The root is at the feet. Jing is generated by the legs, controlled by the waist and expressed by the fingers. From the feet to the legs to the waist must be one unified Chi. When moving forward or backward, you can the catch the opportunity and gain the superior position. The waist and the … Continue reading From the waist, extend your chi.
Weightlifting is not just for men
I was recently standing in line at the airport when I overheard two women talking about how heavy their carry on luggage was. One of the ladies mentioned that her bag weighed almost 60 pounds, "too heavy for a woman" she said. Her comment irked me and got me thinking about the myths I've heard … Continue reading Weightlifting is not just for men
Shoulder Strength – Scapular Mobility and Stability
Can you raise the roof? Scapular mobility and stability are important components of a strong and functional shoulder girdle. Mobility and stability must go hand in hand for this joint to be functional. As the scapula is stabilized in place, the shoulder is given a stable base from which to enact the various arm movements … Continue reading Shoulder Strength – Scapular Mobility and Stability
Tell me More About the Core
The core is the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex, thoracic and cervical spine. It is where the body's center of gravity is located and where all movement begins. The major muscles of the core are the diaphragm, pelvic floor muscles, multifidus, rectus abdominis, transversus abdominis, internal and external obliques, erector spinae, latissimus dorsi, gluteus maximus, and the trapezius. … Continue reading Tell me More About the Core
Pelvic Floor Muscles
The pelvic floor is a musculotendonous hammock at the base of the pelvis. This hammock is created by musculotendenous attachments to the front, back and sides of the base of the pelvis. These attachments support the organs in the pelvic cavity. Weak pelvic floor muscles (PFMs) can occur from a variety of reasons, including, pregnancy, … Continue reading Pelvic Floor Muscles
Why Strength Train?
As we age, our muscles begin to shrink and lose mass. The number and size of our muscle fibers also decrease. Fortunately, we can counteract the effects of the aging by exercising. Exercise can increase the strength and size of our muscles. Aging is associated with a loss of bone mass which could lead to … Continue reading Why Strength Train?
How Active Are You?
The primary role of a Lifestyle and Weight Management Coach is to help individuals live healthier lives over the long haul. Exercise alone is not enough. A knowledgeable Lifestyle and Weight Management Coach can educate the client on the need for a lifelong committment to overall lifestyle change. That may seem intimidating but the changes … Continue reading How Active Are You?
Cardio-Training
When exercising, many of us tend to do the same routine in the same way over and over again. Once the body adapts to the program, the program becomes easy and loses its effectiveness. Below you will find a cardio program that has something for everyone. It includes enough variety to challenge and advance you. … Continue reading Cardio-Training
Mind and Body
What is Mind-Body? From a fitness standpoint, Mind-Body is a combination term used to denote activities which bring about the harmonization and synchronization (HnS) of the mind and the body. Such activities are 'usually done slowly'. All physical activities involve cooperation between mind and body. However, conscious awareness of how the mind and the body … Continue reading Mind and Body
Ab-Sutra Wellness and Fitness 