Basic Fitness Movements

The body makes a limited number of healthy movements. Some of the most important are represented below is these movements. Most solid fitness routines have some or all of these movements. Does yours? 1. Squat 2. Lunge 3. Push 4. Pull 5. Trunk twist 6. Trunk flexion 7....

Sun Salutations for Health

One of the basic series in most yoga practices is the Sun Salutation. Although there are many varieties, they all serve wonderful purposes. A basic Sun Salutation A (surya namaskara A) would include these poses: Begin standing (mountain), feet together, sweep arms...

Fitness Over 40

Regardless of your age, we ALL need to continually improve our wellness. Here are a few pointers for us as we become wiser with age. 40’s-50’s Fitness 1. Keep mundanity at bay 2. Use a variety of activities 3. Keep at the Flexibility training 4. Remember to do...

Calisthenics, Cardio & Calorie Burners

Would you like some exercises that burn calories, strengthen heart and motor muscles, improve coordination and stretch muscles?   You’re in luck, here are some top choices: Calisthenics 1. Pushup 2. Pullups 3. Squat 4. Jump squat 5. Squat and thrust 6. Situp 7. Lying...

Fitness Recovery

Go on any web search site or bookstore and find oodles of information on fitness. However hidden in the background is and often misunderstood is the role of recovery. Equally as important as your fitness and nutrition should be the way a one goes about assuring his or...