A GUIDE TO FLEXIBILITY AND STRETCHING TRAINING

A GUIDE TO FLEXIBILITY AND STRETCHING TRAINING
 Flexibility exercises allow your body to stay flexible by stretching your muscles. These activities may not increase your endurance or strength, but the flexibility will enable you to move more freely during other workouts and everyday activities. It could also assist you in avoiding discomfort when you are stationary for...

Impact of Alcohol on Sleep

Impact of Alcohol on Sleep
ALCOHOL ADDICTION Alcohol abuse is the most common and one of the most dangerous substance abuse observed across the world. Although alcohol is legal in most countries, it is a hazard to people’s health and lives if consumed in excess. Unfortunately, every day, we see new cases of alcohol abusers...

Alcohol and Metabolism: The Other Side of Booze

Alcohol and Metabolism: The Other Side of Booze
Human beings are opportunistic omnivores. We can consume a wide range of foods and drinks, while our genetics provides us with an enviable ability to use them as energy sources. The key to turn these foods and drinks into energy is our metabolism.  But have you ever wondered how alcohol...

The Right Way to Fuel Yourself on Rest Days

The Right Way to Fuel Yourself on Rest Days
Rest days are crucial if you work out regularly as they help our bodies to rest and recover to become fitter and healthier. With that said, rest days do not mean you can just lay around eating junk food.  What you eat on rest days is as important as what...

Should You Be Taking Sports Supplements?

Should You Be Taking Sports Supplements?
There are various sports supplement products available on the market, including protein powder, amino acids, creatine, mega-dose vitamins, minerals, energy boosters, weight loss, and much more.  However, the health benefit (or lack thereof) of these supplements has always been a heavily debated topic.  Are Sports Supplements Safe? Yes and no....

Ideal Workout for Vegans - Short But Intense Sessions

Ideal Workout for Vegans - Short But Intense Sessions
Adapting to a vegan diet has many health benefits. However, becoming vegan has several challenges. How can I adjust my workout into my vegan diet? Do I need to change my workout routines? If you’ve thought about these questions before, read on.  Ideal Workout Routines For Vegans Over the years, there has...

8 Pre-Workout Snacks That Are 100% Vegan

8 Pre-Workout Snacks That Are 100% Vegan
Your pre-workout and post-workout meals are as crucial, if not more, than your workout itself. The nutrition, the amount of carbs and protein in these meals and the time they are consumed is what makes the difference. Consuming your meals at the wrong time can result in compromised results, an...

How Often Should You Hit The Gym?

How Often Should You Hit The Gym?
One of the major mistakes people make while working out is believing the myth that the more you workout, the better results you’ll see. Although there may be some truth behind this belief, this shouldn’t be how you should view fitness. There are various factors that go into determining how...