It is not necessary to warm up only before participating in sports or exercising, even though they are traditionally done like that. The sole purpose of warm up is to gradually increase the intensity in the physical activity. Likewise before running or playing an intense sport a slow jog to warm the muscles and increase the heart rate. However the ...
Lat pulley is a gym equipment that is used basically for high and low pulley exercises. Often the lat pulleys are also known by the name of lat pull down which is actually the name of the exercise that is done with lat pulley. This exercise is a proven way and an excellent exercise for working out the muscles of the back specifically. However many ...
Jumping jack is a basic form of exercising method that helps in keeping the body in proper fitness. Jumping Jack is also popular by the name of side straddle. The physical exercise is performed by jumping to a position with the legs spread and the hands touching overhead and then returning to their original...
It is quite feasible and profitable to exercise with ball while watching television. It serves a dual purpose. The person gets the benefits of exercise and entertainment at the same time. So, this practice is a very recommended one.
Uses and frequency of exercise
The exercise ball is an effective apparatus to strengthen the abdomen. I...
An elliptical trainer is a part of stationary exercise equipment used to stimulate walking or running. Its user stands on the pedals of a machine and they move in independent orbits. Elliptical trainers are a combination of rowing, cross country skiing, and bicycling. A good quality elliptical trainer is very solid, quiet, and usually comes with a ...
Dance is a method of communication using facial expression and movement of body. dancing is a method with which one can express ideas, emotions and views. Dancing is entertaining for the person who watches it and for one who performs it. dance is a kind of exercise and great way to remain healthy and fit. Dancing is much more entertaining than exer...
Cardio exercise is a type of exercise where muscles draw oxygen in blood, as well as fats and glucose in human body, which increase cardiovascular endurance. Cardio exercises help to burn fat in human body. One would definitely like to watch TV while doing cardio workout. For an exercise to be considered as cardiovascular, it needs to increase one’...
The time spent in watching TV can also be utilized for some other purpose such as doing breathing exercises. These exercises do not require a person to move away from his place. He can sit on a chair or sleep on his back, while doing breathing exercises. Breathing is the foundation of life. One’s respiratory system brings oxygen to his blood stream...
Acupressure is one of many activities that can be carried out while watching TV. Acupressure is a conventional Chinese medicine technique based on the same idea as that of acupuncture. Acupuncture was first reported in the United States when Nixon went to China in February 1972 to meet Chairman Mao. It is estimated that there were almost ten thousa...
The word aerobics literally means “with oxygen”. Body’s aerobic system is heart, lungs, blood vessels, and muscles. Benefits of aerobic exercise are based on how well one’s body can deliver oxygen to his muscles and use it for energy. This activity can easily be carried out while watching TV. One does not need to move away from a place while doing ...