Fitness

Beginner’s Guide to Muay Thai

Muay Thai, the “Art of Eight Limbs,” is one of the deadliest forms of martial arts. It’s called the Art of Eight Limbs because it incorporates striking with hands, elbows, knees and shins to knock your opponent out or strike … Continue reading

Yoga for Work

While most of the downward dogging that takes place in this country occurs in yoga studios before or after work, performing a few yoga postures while at the office has many of the same benefits as rolling out your mat … Continue reading

Get Fit with the 20-15-10-5 Workout

There are millions of different workouts you can choose from. The tough part is finding one that fits your goals and can provide the desired results. I recommend trying several different workouts for a week or two each, and then decide which one … Continue reading

Yoga for Teens

It’s not often that you find your teenage daughter saying, “Mom, you are right.” But when it comes to rolling out a mat to do downward dog next to mom or pop, more and more teenagers are following suit with their parents’ dedication … Continue reading

Yoga for Fertility

One in five couples who are trying to conceive are affected by fertility issues. Luckily, modern medicine has come a long way in helping couples who want to bear children increase their chances of becoming parents through a variety of … Continue reading

Yoga for Diabetes

An estimated 18 million Americans have diabetes, making it one of the most serious conditions affecting the nation’s health. But as prevalent as diabetes is, it is also preventable and reversible with the proper lifestyle behaviors. Yoga, with its far-reaching physical … Continue reading

Jillian Michaels Recommends Curves

Who wouldn’t take even a nugget of Jillian Michaels‘ sage advice about fitness? Her latest tip, provided in response to a reader question at EverydayHealth.com, has her recommending Curves for those who are stuck at a sedentary desk job. The … Continue reading