Category: Workout
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11 Health Benefits of Yoga
The benefits of yoga go far beyond improving flexibility. A strong and flexible body, peace of mind, good health, even weight loss. It sure pays to hit the mat and benefits of yoga are immense. Recent research shows that far from being a simple system, the complexity of yoga and its many asanas can keep…
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Did you know you ‘exhale’ the fat you burn?
We’re always talking about burning fat, but very rarely do we stop to ask where that fat goes. Is it converted into energy and released as heat? Or is it converted to muscle? Apparently, neither is the right answer. According to a study by Andrew Brown from the University of New South Wales and physicist…
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How to build muscle on a vegetarian diet
Who says you have to eat meat to build muscle and gain strength? A balanced vegetarian diet that includes plant-based protein can help facilitate muscular development and provide minerals that are essential for lean tissue growth. In a country like India, where almost 20-40% of the population is vegetarian, a diet of egg whites and…
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Indoor workouts: How to stay fit during the monsoon
What’s your exercise routine like? Most of us choose between a walk, run, yoga/Zumba class or a gym session. But what when it rains? Don’t let the monsoon rain down on your exercise schedule. Try these indoor exercises to keep yourself fit. #1 Push-ups These are great for increasing strength, and engage the core and…
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Yoga that can be done at your desk
Sitting at a desk all day isn’t good for your health. Research shows that a sedentary lifestyle can take a toll on your health. People who work in sedentary jobs for 10 or more double their risk of bowel cancer and are more likely to develop heart disease, obesity, and diabetes. With most jobs now…