Isometric Exercises: Definition and Benefits

Date 23 September 2023
Author Ilana Estelle
Isometric exercises don’t involve any movement but simply work a muscle or muscle group by holding a challenging position while your muscles are engaged.This form of exercise involves holding one position for what can ...
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How Alcohol affects your Workout

Date 24 August 2023
Author Ilana Estelle
It is generally accepted that avoiding alcohol is a good thing when it comes to your health, particularly if you’re into a healthy lifestyle and you're taking moderate exercise. While the odd tipple is considered okay, below ...
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Best Exercises to Lose Weight at Home

Date 26 July 2023
Author Ilana Estelle
We all know that exercise is essential for our overall health. Good health and weight are interrelated. If a person has a higher body mass index, then they are prone to several disorders like hypertension, diabetes, cholesterol ...
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How to Motivate Yourself to Exercise

Date 22 June 2023
Author Ilana Estelle
Despite the promises we make ourselves, studies show that around 90% of us give up on exercise routines, after only a few months. When it comes to exercise, consistency and commitment to exercising are key to seeing results ...
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Afternoon Exercise may boost Longevity

Date 21 May 2023
Author Ilana Estelle
According to a new large-scale study of around 92,000 men and women, afternoon exercise may reduce the risks of premature death more than morning or evening workouts. The study also finds that physical activity at any time of day ...
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The Benefits of Morning Runs

Date 26 April 2023
Author Ilana Estelle
There are lots of reasons backed up by science why it's advantageous to go for a run in the morning. Here are just some of those good reasons. You can watch the sun rise during early morning runs Watching the sun come ...
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Physical Exercise and Parkinson's

Date 27 March 2023
Author Ilana Estelle
A new review has confirmed that exercise can help improve movement-related symptoms for people who have Parkinson's disease, particularly any type of structured exercise, researchers have said. The findings were published ...
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Benefits of Getting Active In Middle Age

Date 25 February 2023
Author Ilana Estelle
A new study suggests that if you're over 40, regular exercise may not just keep you fit, but it may also keep you out of hospital, too. The findings are based on data from a large ongoing research project called the UK Biobank ...
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How to get back into working out

Date 25 January 2023
Author Ilana Estelle
The pandemic initially changed our exercise routines, particularly in the weeks and months that followed. If you're physically ready now, but you're finding yourself mentally struggling to get back into fitness, the following ...
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Long-Covid and Exercise

Date 22 November 2022
Author Ilana Estelle
Brain fog, fatigue and headaches are common symptoms of long Covid. Now a new study suggests another long-lasting effect of Covid-19 is reduced capacity for exercise. Long-Covid and Exercise Study In the study researchers ...
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My Exercise Blog

Date 26 October 2022
Author Ilana Estelle
A Heartfelt Pause in the Journey I’m struggling to comprehend the enormity of seeing my twin's health decline. My head's not quite in the zone, so right now I am unable to commit to my monthly 'exercise' blog. I'll do my ...
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Exercising for Better Sleep

Date 24 September 2022
Author Ilana Estelle
Exercise is excellent for our body and mind and it can also help us get a good night’s sleep. There is evidence that exercise does help you fall asleep more quickly and improves sleep quality, based on existing studies, but there’s some ...
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