Health and Fitness, and the Five Core Components to Body Fitness
Fitness and physical exercise and activity relates to the psychology and personal health and well-being of a person. This is critical because a physically active lifestyle supports a higher standard of life. The quality of a person’s well-being and life can be improved by exercise, diet, and good nutrition. Exercise can be supported either through […]
Read MoreWhen Beginning An Exercise Program, Capitalize on Past Experience – Yours and Others’
If you have exercised before, you have some experience. You know how your body reacts to certain kinds of exercise. If you are starting again and doing the same types of exercise as you have done in the past, you know how much you can push yourself without risking muscles soreness, or worse, injury. Temptations […]
Read MoreWhy Consistency in Any Fitness – Exercise Program is a Necessity
The human body is designed for regular activity. Nerve pathways are built up and strengthened by regular use. Flexibility is gained and enhanced by regular, gentle, stretching. Muscle strength is built up and maintained by regular exercise. Endurance depends on regular aerobic activity. Create A Habit Once you have started you fitness program, creating a […]
Read MoreHow Does Heart Rate Affect Exercise Workouts and Weight Loss?
To maximize weight loss, target heart rate when doing cardiovascular exercise. When you do cardio, your heart rate will increase. Usually, the increase in heart rate is proportional to the intensity of the cardio exercise. The maximum target heart rate is simply (220 minus your current age). Warm Up Heart Rate You should warm up […]
Read MoreHow Do I Get Back into Shape and Find Ways to Fitness Again Easily and Quickly?
Did you know your body is adaptive? Within two weeks to a month of exercise, your brain learns to recruit more muscles and move your body more effectively and efficiently. After a month, your body can change to include increased muscle, wider blood vessels, higher blood volume, and more efficient oxygen delivery. Even your bones […]
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