Our lives today involve a lot of sitting. We sit in cars, at our desks, on the couch and beyond. However, our bodies are designed for movement, and historically people moved much more than we do now. Our ancestors walked, ran, climbed, crawled, dug, and carried heavy items, but human life has evolved in ways that make it easy to avoid movement. This sedentary way of living is l ...

Rest is a bodily state characterized by minimal labor and exertion. Recovery is the process of returning to your normal state after a period of exhaustion. The goals of rest and recovery are to reduce anxiousness, help our bodies recuperate and restore us to a calm state. Together, these techniques enable our bodies to heal, strengthen and unwind from the stressors we face, hel ...

An engine is a vital component of a car. Take care of your engine, and your will car run better, longer. Similarly, our hearts are the engine of our bodies, and cardio is one of the many ways to take care of this engine. Upon hearing the word cardio, many might immediately think of running. While running is a fantastic form of cardio that yields great results, in excess it can ...

The push-up is arguably one of the best bodyweight exercises for building strength and muscle in your chest and arms. While push-ups are a tried-and-true exercise, some may find them challenging. Others may want to take theirs to the next level. Below, we’ve listed five push-up variations in order from easiest to most difficult. Utilize them to challenge yourself and improve yo ...

Moving more throughout the day is a guaranteed way to improve your health. Researchers say that the more non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT) you do throughout the day, the healthier you become and the more calories you burn. So, what is NEAT? NEAT is any movement you do that is not part of a planned workout routine. NEAT helps to prevents chronic diseases and improves yo ...