Power yoga is a variation on the traditional Indian exercise discipline. It focuses more on fast, powerful movements and builds more strength and muscular definition when compared to traditional forms of yoga. If you've been practicing yoga and are looking at doing a bit more … [Read more...] about Why You Should Try Power Yoga
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What Are The Health Benefits of Codonopsis?
Codonopsis pilosula/lanceolata (c. pilosula/c. lanceolata) is a species of perennial flowering plants belonging to the bellflower family. The plant is endemic to Asia, and it grows in meadows, forests, and scrubs. The plant, sometimes referred to as dang shen, or the poor man’s … [Read more...] about What Are The Health Benefits of Codonopsis?
What’s the Relationship Between VO2max and Heart Rate?
VO2max and heart rate are related, but not the same. VO2max is the amount of maximal oxygen the body can take during exercise requiring near-maximal or maximal exertion/effort. Heart rate on the other hand is the rate at which your heart beats per minute. There is a positive … [Read more...] about What’s the Relationship Between VO2max and Heart Rate?
How to Make Your Cold Showers Less Cold and More Bearable
If you've been reading this site for awhile, you know that I am a big proponent of cold showers. I recommend it to all my friends and family as an immune system booster and personally shower with cold water 3-4 times a week. But cold showers are definitely not the best feeling … [Read more...] about How to Make Your Cold Showers Less Cold and More Bearable
An Introduction to High Intensity Interval Training and Its Many Benefits
I'm a big fan of intense exercise. More specifically, I am fan of high intensity interval training. It makes the brain work better, makes the heart work more efficiently, and makes me feel great after. This article will serve as a basic introduction to HIIT, or high intensity … [Read more...] about An Introduction to High Intensity Interval Training and Its Many Benefits