09/19/2019
Exercise during Period
Exercise during period is actually better because it alleviates period cramps, headaches and pain. It also releases endorphins that helps elevate your mood. Low-intensity activities such as walking, light cardio and some yoga are advisable.
09/10/2019
Band Pallof Holds
Attach a band to a machine or have someone hold it for you at chest level while kneeling, facing 90-degrees away from the band. Push the handle up with arms fully extended and hold for a few seconds. Repeat for 8 to 10 reps.
09/10/2019
Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie
Blend two frozen bananas, milk, honey, cocoa powder, peanut butter and ice until desired consistency. This smoothie is a great post-workout drink because cocoa contains nutrients that help increase blood flow while milk contains rehydration aids.
09/10/2019
Barbell Shoulder Shrugs
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and hold barbell with both hands. Raise or shrug shoulders as high as possible to lift the barbell for 10 to 20 repetitions. Do not use biceps in lifting the barbell.
08/22/2019
A cool down exercise allows the body to transition from exercise mode to normal pace and to gradually cool body temperature. Most cool down exercises last 3 to 10 minutes of low-intensity activity or stretching movements.
07/25/2019
How Long Should You Exercise?
Ideal length of exercise for everyone should be at least 30 minutes of physical activity. It may involve sports or some light activities. If your schedule does not permit a continuous 30 minutes of exercise, try for several and shorter activities instead.
07/01/2019
Jack Press
Hold a dumbbell or medicine ball with both hands in front of your chest. Jump with feet apart, while pushing dumbbell overhead. Then, jump with feet back together and place dumbbell back in front of your chest.
07/01/2019
Spiderman Pushup
This exercise increases resistance and weight on your chest and arms every time you lift your leg thus, giving you a more intense push-up. It also engages your core muscles and helps hip mobility.
07/01/2019
Stability Ball Hamstring Roll-in
Lie on your back with feet on top of the ball. Roll the ball in towards your butt then, push it slowly back with your legs fully extended. This exercise strengthens your glutes, hips, hamstrings and core.