Yoga poses don’t have to be complicated to be effective at increasing flexibility and mobility in the joints and surrounding tissues. When we think of gaining flexibility, we should aim to create as much balance around a joint so that it is not pulled on unevenly. A joint is where two bones come together and move. For example, because of the amount of time we spend in … [Read more...]
Targeting Urinary Inconsistency With Yoga
In the present scenario where women have developed a sedentary lifestyle urinary inconsistency is increasingly becoming a problem. Inconsistency is a condition when the bladder stops functioning normally. There are a number of people who suffer from a weak bladder from time to time when they laugh, cough or sneeze. These actions put a sudden stress on the bladder and when … [Read more...]
Yoga For Healthy Blood Pressure
According to new study, presented May 15th at the annual scientific meeting of the American Society of Hypertension, in San Francisco, the ancient practice of yoga can fight high blood pressure, or hypertension. Led by Dr. Debbie Cohen of the University of Pennsylvania, researchers tracked 58 women and men, aged 38 to 62, for six months, and found that doing yoga two to three … [Read more...]
Healthy Thanksgiving Party Side-Dishes
No Turkey Day feast is complete without an amazing collection of Thanksgiving party side dishes. Here we have the dishes especially for you 1. Warm Brussel Caesar Makes: 8 Servings Ingredients: 2 Bags of Shaved Brussels from Trader Joe's or 1lb of loose brussels2 tbsp olive oil for sautéing1 container hummusDijon mustard1 lemon1 jar capers1 bulb … [Read more...]
Vajrasana
Making the lower legs tight one should place both the feet on the either side of the anus. This is called Vajrasana which brings success to the yogis. Steps: Sit with legs extended together, hands by the side of the body, palm resting on the ground, fingers of the hands together pointing forward.Fold the right leg at the knee and place the foot under the right buttock. … [Read more...]
World Champion Whitney McClintock Shares 5 Full Body Strength Exercises
"The components of a fitness regime that are most important to me are cardio, strength & mobility. My routine is 20-30 minutes of cardio (rowing machine or stationary bike)." Whitney McClintock is a Canadian water skier from Cambridge, Ontario. McClintock is a five-time world champion. McClintock has also won thirteen Pan American … [Read more...]
Top 3 Tips That All New Nurses Should Know
There’s no denying the fact that nursing is an admirable profession. After all, not only are they the front line of both evaluation and administration of treatment, but they also spend more time with the patients than anyone else in the healthcare industry. And it is for these reasons that they remain the most trusted advocates in the system. However, it is by no means an … [Read more...]
Say NO to Violence Against Women
The 2019 theme for the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women is ‘Orange the World: Generation Equality Stands Against Rape’. Like in previous years, this year's International Day will mark the launch of 16 days of activism that will conclude on 10 December 2019, which is International Human Rights Day. Violence against women and girls (VAWG) … [Read more...]
Fashion Designer & Singer Radmila Lolly Talks Fitness, Fashion & Food!
Radmila Lolly is the sole designer of the couture fashion house “Radmila Lolly” and a singer of alternative classic music. She creates a unique combination of her music with her fashion creations. Radmila most recently released her album “Wonderland” and complementary couture collection during a night of opera and fashion at Carnegie Hall. The collection has since been featured … [Read more...]
Healthy Ways to Celebrate Thanksgiving This Year
There is no doubt that, Thanksgiving is about so much more than just the food and finding healthy ways to celebrate is a challenge! Three words that one needs to remember for a healthier, happier Thanksgiving Celebration are: Balance, Gratitude and Compassion, says Leslie Nifoussi, Mental Wellness Influencer and author (In a Blink of an Eye - A Survivor’s Guide to … [Read more...]
10 Great Gift Ideas for Your Favorite Health and Fitness Enthusiast!
By Charlene Bazarian and Angela Campos Struggling to find the perfect gift for the fitness enthusiast on your holiday shopping list? We compiled some of our favorite choices in a variety of price ranges to help you find the best gifts for the holidays so you can steer clear of the standard (and boring!) default choice of a gift card! 1. The Acumobility Ultimate … [Read more...]
Top 6 Lifestyle Benefits of Playing Sports
Playing sports casually or for a local team can have great benefits for your health, both physically and mentally. It also requires dedication and practice if you want to improve your skill, and this can put many people off pursuing a sport if they already lead busy and active lifestyles. Committing to a sport and fitting it into your weekly schedule can have fantastic effects … [Read more...]
Avocados Good For Diabetics To Stabilize Blood Sugar Levels
According to a study published in Nutrition Journal, avocados are good for diabetics and including them in your breakfast can help to stabilize sugar level. Avocados are also, loaded with good fats that can help you with weight loss and manage cholesterol. Nutrient content of 150 g of avocado, as provided by the US Department of Agriculture, shows that it has 10.1 g of … [Read more...]
7 Thanksgiving Outfit Ideas To Try Out This Time
This Thanksgiving, give yourself a spectacular makeover and look like never before with our amazing Thanksgiving Outfit Ideas. 1. Knitted Bodycon Pencil Dress, $23.99 2. Scoop Neck Tunic Dress, $18.49 3. Maxi Dress, $29.99 4. Color Block Striped Kimono Cardigan, $26.99 5. Vintage A-Line Dress, $29.99 6. Cocktail Party Dress, $27.99 7. Casual … [Read more...]
Reality TV Star Lisa Appleton In A Candid Chat With WF
Reality star who rose to fame after appearing in Big Brother 9 in 2008. In 2016 she appeared on the television documentary On Benefits: Living the High Life. In August 2017, Lisa unveiled her new look after she underwent major "body" plastic surgery costing £10,000. The Big Brother star was pictured with bandages on her face for weeks after the treatments but says it was … [Read more...]
5 Favourite Highlighter To Accentuate Your Eyebrows
Better brow days are officially a click away. Now a days there are a ton of helpful tips, tricks, and product recommendations to help us overhaul our outdated approach to highlight the eyebrows. With just a few flicks of a wrist, a good brow pencil can transform sad, sparse brows into full, thick, and perfectly defined arches. More natural than a gel and easier to use, brow … [Read more...]
6 Fitness Products To Buy On This Black Friday Sale
Black Friday Sale has something to offer to everyone, so why should our fitness buffs be left behind? Check out these major buys to make this Friday! 1. Workout Leggings Price: $8.66 2. YAMAY Fitness Tracker Price: $26.69 3. Hip Resistance Bands Price: $21.24 4. Bluetooth Headphones Price: $16.95 5. Ankle Brace Price: $10.06 6. Gym … [Read more...]
Diet and Detox
Today we live at a pace that would have seemed unbelievable and indeed impossible to our grandparents. With the increasing demand of jobs, long travel, odd working hours, bringing up children and hectic social lives. We tend to become tired and rundown. Besides our bodies are under constant assault from pollutions, stress, bad posture, sedentary jobs and own bad eating … [Read more...]
2020 Will No Longer be About Your Size
Over the years due to innumerable factors, a large population has built a terrible relationship with food and fitness. There is a serious need to create lasting, healthy habits in 2020, not your size. In order to create those habits, one need's to first find the “why” behind the change. To Love one’s body into better wellness. To eat and love to eat. To work out and love to … [Read more...]
Water Skiing World Champion Whitney McClintock Talks Fitness!
Whitney McClintock is a Canadian water skier from Cambridge, Ontario. McClintock is a five time world champion. McClintock has also won thirteen Pan American Games medals (four gold and seven silver). Women Fitness President catches up with Whitney, water skier about her love for the sport and reason behind her success. Namita … [Read more...]
Cricket – Competitive Team Sport For Strong Women
The game has long gained international recognition; an international federation was created in the 19th century which pretty much helped in promoting this kind of sport. Cricket is a team sport with a huge number of fans. This is primarily due to the high popularity of cricket in India, where more than a billion people live; and thanks to Indian fans, cricket is the second most … [Read more...]
The Right Fitness Class For You – Top Considerations
When it comes to finding the right fitness class, there are a lot of things you have to consider. However, it is essential that what you decide aligns with your fitness needs as that would give you a reason to stick to the classes. Group fitness classes are great as they help to keep you on a schedule, provide you with a supportive atmosphere, and make the fitness lessons way … [Read more...]
Actress & Singer Toy Connor Talks Fitness, Music & Lots More!
Toy Connor, the Caribbean-American musician and actress caught the ear of Motown legend Berry Gordy with her unique Caribbean dancehall sound, and feature her new single "They Don't Even Know." Toy's last single "Be in Love Tonight" was featured on Gordy's hit compilation "NOW That's What I Call Music" alongside Britney Spears, Diana Ross and R. Kelly. Another record is … [Read more...]
High Salt Consumption Elevates Blood Pressure and Healthcare Costs
An applicant's overall general health has a direct bearing on their ability to find high quality health insurance online or from any source. As a nation, Americans are fat, out of shape, and sick. These facts, coupled with the high cost of healthcare in the U.S. makes insurers wary of risks in potential insurance clients who do not lead a healthy … [Read more...]
Why You Should Consider A Career In Healthcare
There are several excellent reasons to consider a career in healthcare. This includes having an attractive salary, job security, and career advancement opportunities. A job in the healthcare industry is also considered extremely rewarding, and you will have the opportunity to have a positive impact on the lives of others on a daily basis. With this in mind, here are some of … [Read more...]
Gaining Weight the Healthy Way
Some people are naturally thin and would like to be larger. Exercise is important for good health and the right type of exercise can help you gain muscle, which will give you more body mass. Weight-lifting exercises that are designed to build muscle should be included with your weight-gaining diet and perhaps aerobic exercise should be cut back a bit. Possible … [Read more...]
Get the Fuel Your Body Needs to Thrive
Although the keys to a happier, healthier life are not rocket science, most people find it almost impossible to make a lifestyle change that will put an end to constantly feeling sluggish, achy, and moody. When asked why they won't change, they offer a panoply of ingenious excuses about why they can't change their poor eating habits and begin to exercise. Right off … [Read more...]
How Health Friendly is your Cookware?
Choosing a cookware can be a tough job both for one's own health, as well as that of the family. Quality cookware helps you maintain good health and, in some cases, even enhances flavor. Before making your next kitchen purchase, consider the reactivity of various tools and cookware and, whenever possible, favor inert or non-reactive. Or, as second choice, use … [Read more...]
Tai Chi Awareness Exercises For Seniors
Scientists from the University of South Florida in Tampa and Fudan University in Shanghai have found increase in brain volume and improvement on tests of memory and thinking in Chinese seniors who practiced Tai Chi three times a week, reported in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease (June,2012). Members of the classes described the lessons as a … [Read more...]
Avoid High-Salt Diet to Ward off Dementia
A high-salt diet can overtime lead to decline in cognitive function by causing a deficiency of nitric oxide, vital for maintaining vascular health in the brain, according to a new study in mice from Weill Cornell Medicine researchers. Too low level of nitric oxide can lead to chemical changes in the protein tau in the brain, contributing to dementia. This adds on to … [Read more...]
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