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Posture Exercises for Kids
Children can be terrible slouchers! You know the symptoms- shoulders down, stomach out, back hunched. There is no time like the present for your kids to learn good habits. In fact, the sooner, the better. Even if you children do not have medical conditions, such as scoliosis, which cause back problems, they can still benefit from doing posture exercises. After all, many children spend part of their days in rigid school chairs or slouched on couches watching television or playing video games. Keep exercises short and pain-free to ensure they stick with the routine! And maybe skip balancing books on their head…
What Are Signs of Exercise Addiction
Research has told us for decades how important it is to exercise and keep our bodies healthy. For many people, getting enough exercise is a regular struggle. For some, however, exercise becomes an obsession that can be detrimental to health and well-being. I once had a client who would wake up at 4:00am every morning…
Deep Breathing Exercises During Pregnancy
Pregnancy is the most physically stressful period of a woman’s life. Using deep breathing exercises during this time will help mom to relax, increase oxygen intake and get her ready for labor.
Are Your Children Getting Enough Exercise?
What happened to the days of running around in the front yard or taking bike rides around the neighborhood? Theyve been long replaced with video game sessions and smart phones. Were certainly not bashing technology, because lets face it, we live in a world full of helpful (and tempting) games and gadgets. However, the key is and always will be moderation. Theres nothing wrong with playing a video game here and there, but it becomes a problem when kids arent getting the right amount of physical activity and exercise because of it.
The Best Cardio Exercise to Lose Weight
The good news about losing weight through cardio is that the best exercises are the ones that you enjoy. Having some fun while you exercise is important. To lose weight through cardio, you have to devote yourself to an exercise program. Feel free to vary your cardio to keep things fresh. A good weight loss regimen through cardio is to lose 1 lb. each week, according to the Shape Fit website.