Posts Tagged ‘Wellness’
The Effects of Exercise On Appetite
The effects of exercise on appetite have been a topic of intense debate for many decades. Interest in this area has increased since the turn of the century, with the discovery in 1999 of the appetite-stimulating (“hunger hormone”) ghrelin. This area has obvious implications for the role of exercise in maintaining a healthy weight and…
Read More5 Tips For Hay Fever
As longer days, lighter evenings and the warmth of spring and summer sunshine begin, this can also mean the onset of the dreaded hay fever season. How does the Immune System react to Hay Fever? In hay fever sufferers the immune system is over-stimulated, perceiving pollen as a foreign invader, causing an inflammatory response and…
Read MoreDieting vs. Exercise for Weight Loss
Two groundbreaking new studies address the irksome question of why so many of us who work out remain so heavy, a concern that carries special resonance at the moment, as lean Olympians slip through the air and water, inspiring countless viewers to want to become similarly sleek. And in a just world, frequent physical activity…
Read MoreAvoiding Lower Back Pain
Statistically, 80% of people experience back pain on a moderate to severe pain level throughout a lifetime. There are two critical times that you are at a higher risk for injury. One is upon waking in the morning. Your back is swollen at this time, as your discs have extra fluid in them from not…
Read MoreAgility Drills
Agility drills can generally be classified into two categories – open and closed. Closed drills are preprogrammed drills, performed in a predictable and unchanging environment. The focus should be primarily on proper movement mechanics, proper body position, and simple changes of direction. The drills should be performed at a speed that allows proper execution of…
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