Posts Tagged ‘Sports Conditioning’
How to Build Your Own Workout Routines – Advice from a Two-time Olympian
After almost a decade as a full-time, elite athlete, it’s safe to say that I have built up a pretty good bank of knowledge when it comes to training. Whether it be aerobic conditioning, circuits, sprints, or strength training, a career as an international hockey player has, at one point or another, covered it all.…
Read MoreAre Sauna Sessions Heart Healthy?
Relaxing in a dry sauna may not only be relaxing, but research has shown that a 30-minute session may also benefit your heart and circulatory system. TanjaninaLaukkanen, a researcher at the University of Eastern Finland, states that she is not clear why dry sauna heat provides the effects that humid heat does not. The heat…
Read MoreHow To Increase Your Testosterone Levels – Up To Date Science On The Best Way To Naturally Boost Your T-Levels
You probably know that testosterone is important for men. After all, it’s responsible for things like sex drive, sperm count, fat distribution, red blood cell count, and muscle strength. When you have low levels of testosterone, there are significant negative side effects, including: Diminished sex drive Muscle loss Increased breast size Erectile dysfunction or impotence…
Read MoreIf You’re An Athlete, You Need To Take These Supplements
Supplements can allow you to see significant gains as an athlete. But which ones should you take? We break down everything you need to know. How was Muhammad Ali able to float like a butterfly and sting like a bee? How did Jordan take off from the free-throw line? Have you seen that one handed…
Read More5 Reasons Why Tennis Is The Best Sport For Staying Healthy
What is the absolute best sport for staying healthy? Many people would say running, biking, swimming, or basketball. After all, these sports all involve high amounts of cardio sustained over long periods of time. Plus, these sports have a huge cultural presence and are the first things that come to mind when thinking of exercise.…
Read MoreCan Fitness Trackers Aid Weight Loss?
by Sally Phillips Smartwatches, fitness trackers, and the popularity of fitness apps have grown dramatically in recent years. Technology has come a long way and is continuing to develop at a great pace. This expanding market is worth a vast amount of money and predictions are that this will keep rising. There has been a…
Read MoreWhat’s The Best Time Of Day To Work Out?
People have different goals they are trying to accomplish when they are exercising. Some people want to avoid health ailments, such as; diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and mental deterioration. Others are looking to regain their strength, decrease stress, or just have fun in a social setting. People ask if early morning or later afternoon is…
Read MoreTargeting the Core from Different Angles
Essentially, any exercise that uses the anterior and/or posterior muscles to stabilize the spine—and is performed in a coordinated fashion—works the core. It’s important to include some kind of core moves in all classes, particularly those in which core training might not be emphasized. Try the following exercises in one of your next classes; the moves are appropriate…
Read MoreYou’ve Had a Back Attack. Now What?
YOU LIFTED a toddler, reached high for a jar in the kitchen, or twisted for that dastardly overhead on the tennis court. And now the pain in your back is excruciating. So what to do? First, some reassurance. Though a back injury can knock you out of commission, a vast majority of people feel much…
Read MoreAds Drive Testosterone Therapy, But Is That A Good Thing?
By: Mike Francis “I have low testosterone. There, I said it. “How did I know? Well, I didn’t really. See, I figured low testosterone would decrease my sex drive. But when I started losing energy and became moody, that’s when I had an honest conversation with my doctor. We discussed all the symptoms, then he gave…
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