Category Health and Fitness

Yoga is all about balance – between body, mind and breath. But finding the best way to strike that balance? This is where different styles of yoga come into play. Hot yoga is one example that’s gotten a lot of…

Are you ready to take control of your life? No more “I’ll start tomorrow”, “I’ll finish next week” and so on. I know we’ve all been there, not knowing where or how to start. What if I told you that…

It’s been a while since I’ve felt this uncomfortable. Last week I had a free afternoon and video Speak no evil (​trailer here​), a horror/suspense film about a family that goes to visit another couple they met on vacation. I…

If you try cut out the sugar from your diet for any reason—blood sugar management, weight loss, the ketogenic diet—there’s an ever-widening spectrum sugar substitutes to choose between. Monk fruit sweetener stands out among the most popular options for one…

I just read a really good book for spinal stenosis rehab patients by physical therapist Terri Night: “Rehabilitate Your Spinal Stenosis: Strategies to Improve Your Spinal Health”. First of all, it is very encouraging, pointing out that a large number…

The glutes and hamstrings are activated to some extent during calf raises. The glutes will not be isolated, but they will contract to hold you in a standing position. However, if you somehow fixate on the hips, the glutes will…

As a certified fitness trainer, I often come across this question: should I adjust my eating habits on non-workout days? The answer depends on your fitness goals, energy needs and personal preferences, but the principle is clear – your diet…

Yoga has long been praised for its benefits for physical, mental and emotional well-being. But even though you feel better, is yoga exercise? The short answer is yes. Depending on the style and intensity of your yoga session, it can…