Back pain affects a huge percentage of the population today, up to 80 percent of Americans by most estimates. Sitting all day causes the body's postural muscles (neck, shoulders, back, hips) to weaken. This invariably leads to poor posture, which leads to the back pain so many … [Read more...] about Use a Standing Desk to Treat Back, Neck, and Shoulder Pain
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What Equipment Do You Need to Start Kickboxing?
Kickboxing is a great sport to get some good cardio in and it is also a great sport to improve your hand-eye coordination. It is also a great martial art if you want to learn how to protect yourself. I have been doing kickboxing for a couple of years now and it has vastly … [Read more...] about What Equipment Do You Need to Start Kickboxing?
What Gear Do You Need to Do Jiu Jitsu?
So you've heard about the latest fitness craze---something called Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (jiu jitsu from hereon)---and you want to get in on it. That's great! I think jiu jitsu (along with judo) changed my life and I think it will change yours too. It doesn't matter how old or … [Read more...] about What Gear Do You Need to Do Jiu Jitsu?
The 8 Benefits of Doing Jiu Jitsu and Judo
I've been taking judo and brazilian jiu jitsu (called jiu jitsu from hereon) for the past year and it has been life-changing. And I am not the only one who thinks this. You will notice that a lot of people who dedicate a huge portion of their time to the two martial arts find … [Read more...] about The 8 Benefits of Doing Jiu Jitsu and Judo
How to Fall Asleep Fast When You Can’t Sleep: The One Hack That Cured My Insomnia
Up until a few months ago, the hours of sleep per night I got varied. However, it was often not by choice. I would go to bed pretty much the same time every day, but some days I would lay there sleepless for hours on end. It got so bad to the point that I had to resort to … [Read more...] about How to Fall Asleep Fast When You Can’t Sleep: The One Hack That Cured My Insomnia