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Understanding Props – How to Use the Yoga Blanket

26/07/2019 0

May 30th, 2019 HANNAH AND RACHEL LOVEGROVEOriginally published on Yogamatters.com (https://www.yogamatters.com/blog/understanding-props-how-to-yoga-blanket/) The yoga blanket is a highly versatile prop, not only used for warmth but also for refinement in poses, for support and alignment. Cotton is the best material so the blanket can retain its shape and density as well as being malleable enough to be used in many different ways. The synthetic, thin, fleecy blanket that you might buy from a home furnishings store, while cheap, isn’t the best investment to make. It will only serve one or two f...

DISCOVER THE INSPIRATION BEHIND XTERITY 3.0

28/06/2019 0

Posted on Nov 2, 2018 www.xterity.com Xterity 3.0 activewear was designed to be unlike any other performance apparel brand. Perfect for both all-day wear and intense workouts, Xterity 3.0 clothing is made with unique features and stylish design to provide comfort and a seamless, smooth appearance. Created by experienced fashion designer, Danya Merson, each piece of Xterity 3.0 gear offers ultra-functional details incorporating a modern design. With a background in activewear apparel, Danya knew exactly how to make the Xterity 3.0 line a one-of-a-kind experience for every active lifestyle. Lea...

Wall Balls Are the One Exercise You Need for Your Butt, Arms, and Core

11/01/2019 0

Here's why you should try this full-body CrossFit favorite. By Gabrielle Kassel September 11, 2018 https://www.health.com/fitness/wall-balls Picture credit gettyimages When you think about full-body workouts, you probably think about dread-provoking burpees, mountain climbers, and maybe even rowing. But there’s one move that’ll ramp up your heart rate and deliver a total-body burn that we think you won't hate: the wall ball. A wall ball is a full-body, multi-part exercise performed with a wall or medicine ball—that almost-squishy, not-quite-a-toy piece of equipment that looks like a bloated so...

Why Kettlebells Are More Than a Fitness Fad

06/04/2017 0

Don't Be Intimidated by This Impressively Functional Piece of Equipment Photo Credit Adobe Stock/baranq by TYLER RUTSTEIN published on www.LIVESTRONG.COM (http://www.livestrong.com/article/426237-a-closer-look-at-kettlebells/) Last Updated: Mar 15, 2017 Overview If you've spent any time in a gym, you've probably seen plenty of fitness fads revolving around some new or redesigned piece of exercise equipment. You've probably also noticed it isn't long before this new piece of equipment disappears from the gym, or if you found yourself owning one, is relegated to the basement. But one piece of ex...

How much water should I drink? | Thermoregulation and hydration

20/02/2017 0

Sports scientist, marathon runner and Ironman finisher Benjamin Garcia discusses the importance of hydration and how much you should drink daily. Published on Feb 16th 2017 https://www.polar.com/blog/how-much-water-should-i-drink-thermoregulation-and-hydration/ In healthy individuals, total body water content makes up approximately 45–70% of total body mass, which if you are a 75kg male equates to between 34 and 53 liters. The water balance of an individual is controlled within a set range and this regulation of homeostasis plays a very important role in the vast majority of metabolic and phy...

Choosing the Right Sport for Your Child

06/12/2016 0

Written by: Arena (http://www.arenawaterinstinct.com) published on November 28 2016http://www.arenawaterinstinct.com/en_uk/community/fitness-wellness/choosing-the-right-sport-for-your-child/ Photo credit: www.arenawaterinstinct.com Arena is one of the largest swimming products company in the world and TheSportStore.pk offers a wide variety of Arena swimming equipment imported from Italy. Arena products can be found at www.thesportstore.pk/arena ...